A continuous footing of width $2.5\text{ m}$ rests $1.5\text{ m}$ bel…

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A continuous footing of width $2.5\text{ m}$ rests $1.5\text{ m}$ below the ground surface in clay. The unconfined compressive strength of the clay is $150\text{ kN/m}^2$. Calculate the ultimate bearing capacity of the footing. Assume unit weight of soil is $16\text{ kN/m}^3$.