Which structural problem emerges when imperfectly joined stonework experiences differential settling?

💡 Explanation

Stress concentration results particularly at corners, because imperfect joints increase localized force exceeding the stones' tensile strength; therefore cracking occurs, rather than uniform stress distribution as with well-fitted stones.

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