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Why is a dam wall wider at the base than at the top?
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a) The dam wall has a wider base and tapers towards the top.
b) The dam is built with a wider base because fluid pressure increases with depth. The water exerts a greater force at the bottom of the dam, so a thicker base is needed to withstand this higher pressure and ensure stability.
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