Which consequence occurs when the fiber anchorage corrodes on an Inca suspension bridge?

💡 Explanation

Cable anchorage corrosion reduces tensile strength, leading to cable elongation due to decreased cross-sectional area; therefore, the bridge deck sags because the uniform tension providing support is disrupted, rather than cable tension increasing or seismic resistance improving.

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