Which outcome resulted from repeated Roman failures to breach Carthaginian walls directly during the Siege of Lilybaeum?

💡 Explanation

During inconclusive direct attacks, 'sapping' (tunneling under walls to cause collapse) proved increasingly useful because the **arching effect** weakened walls from below; therefore, undermining volume increased, rather than relying solely on direct assault or naval means.

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