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← HistoryWhich defensive outcome was achieved by Roman fortifications incorporating “Punic Moats”?
A)Slower siege ram approach✓
B)Reduced scaling ladder range
C)Elimination of tunnel collapses
D)Improved missile dispersion
💡 Explanation
Punic moats disrupted attackers because their concealed pits obstructed wheeled siege engines using differential wheel speeds; therefore, the siege ram approach slowed, rather than climbers being affected or tunnels helped.
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