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An underground vertical dyke is intercepted by an inclined borehole as shown in the figure below. The length of the dyke core intercepted by the borehole is 4m. If the true thickness of the dyke is 2m, the inclination of the borehole from the vertical is __________ degrees. (In integer)
An underground vertical dyke is intercepted by an inclined borehole as shown in the figure below. The length of the dyke core intercepted by the borehole is 4m. If the true thickness of the dyke is 2m, the inclination of the borehole from the vertical is __________ degrees. (In integer)
Updated On: Oct 30, 2024
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Correct Answer: 30
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The correct answer is: 30 to 30 OR 150 to 150 (approx.)
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