Which consequence ultimately destabilized Inca retaining walls supporting terraces?

💡 Explanation

Hydrostatic pressure infiltrated saturated soil behind Inca retaining walls; the Pore Water Pressure mechanism increased; this caused outward force on the masonry. Therefore, the wall failed because of accumulated water pressure, rather than seismic forces affecting surrounding bedrock stability.

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