Which structural failure arises because of inadequate stone shaping in Inca retaining walls?

💡 Explanation

Inca walls endured when designed without mortar because precise Ashlar stone fitting spread hydrostatic pressure evenly; thus failure occurs with poorly shaped stones exceeding the limit rather than seismic effects overwhelming stronger mortars, or thaw cycles creating instability in wall supports.

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