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← HistoryWhich consequence resulted when using timber framing during the building construction of medieval motte-and-bailey fortifications?
A)Increased risk of structural collapse
B)Quicker weathering architectural degradation
C)Greater susceptibility to breaches✓
D)Height limitations due to material strength
💡 Explanation
Increased susceptibility to breaches occurred due to wood being flammable, therefore, easily ignited by siege weaponry during attacks via mechanical creep, rather than stone fortifications; because of this timber burns leading to fort collapses faster.
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