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← HistoryWhich outcome occurred due to the design limitations inherent with motte-and-bailey fortifications?
A)Easy siege ram penetration occurs
B)Limited construction on rocky terrain
C)Undermining tunnels rapidly collapse
D)Defenders have restricted archer coverage✓
💡 Explanation
Defenders had difficulty covering all angles with ranged weapons like bows because the motte's height and bailey's layout caused blind spots, therefore attackers could approach more easily; rather than structural weaknesses of walls or foundations.
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