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The forces coming over the gravity dam is mainly resisted by ___________________?

Correct answer: C. Self weight of the dam

  • A. Water pressure
  • B. Uplift pressure
  • C. Self weight of the dam
  • D. All the above

Explanation

A gravity dam resists water pressure and other destabilizing forces primarily through its large self-weight, which produces stability against sliding and overturning. Water and uplift pressures act as loads on the dam rather than its main resisting force.

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