Find the total force on the gate

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A dam with a vertical face has a gate that is in the shape of an isosceles triangle 3 ft wide at the top and 2 ft high. The upper edge of the gate is 10 ft below surface of the water. Find the total force on the gate due to water pressure. Water weighs w lbs/ft^3

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