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For an inclined plane for which position, maximum total pressure acts on it.

(a) Horizontal

(b) Vertical

(c) Inclined

(d) None of the mentioned

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Correct option is (b) Vertical

For explanation I would say: Total pressure, F=w*a*ŷ=w*A*(y+dsinθ)

For vertical plate, θ=90⁰

Hence, total pressure is maximum.

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