Which mechanical risk increased for builders scaling Inca dry-stone walls?

💡 Explanation

The Eccentricity increases because each offset stone alters the load path through the wall, leading to a shift in the cumulative **center of mass**. This outcome increases the risk of the wall toppling, rather than remaining stable due to even distribution.

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