Within a trebuchet's counterweight system which consequence results from exceeding the permissible moisture content of the wooden frame?

💡 Explanation

Reduced wood strength above permissible moisture causes catastrophic structural failure onset, from increased stress within the wooden support frame because the material cannot withstand the imposed load. Therefore structural integrity decreases, rather than affecting projectiles, trunnions, or range.

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