Which effect reduces the structural integrity of Incan rope bridges during seasonal rainfall?

💡 Explanation

The accelerated decay rate impairs Incan bridges because moisture increases microbial activity, weakening the plant fibers composing the woven rope. Thus, fiber degradation is the immediate consequence, rather than creep due to plastic deformation, or changes in tensile force.

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