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← HistoryWhich outcome results when Roman road construction exceeds maximum grade limits?
A)Increased erosion and road failure✓
B)Improved water drainage naturally occurs
C)Decreased travel times dramatically occur
D)Enhanced troop maneuverability results rapidly
💡 Explanation
Exceeding maximum grade limits leads to increased erosion. The mechanism is increased runoff velocity because steeper slopes enhance the gravitational force accelerating the water. Therefore, roads wash away faster with increased surface and structural damage, rather than improved drainage effects.
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