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← HistoryWhich outcome characterizes the use of angled stone facings in Inca dry-stone walls?
A)Increased wall stability against settling✓
B)Improved thermal insulation properties greatly
C)Enhanced resistance to acid rain erosion
D)Reduced construction time significantly faster
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Angled stone facings increase wall stability through rotational interlock between stones during settling. The dry-stone wall displaces stress, because the contact friction opposes collapse, therefore increasing long-term stability, rather than relying on cement or perfectly vertical arrangements.
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