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← HistoryWhich outcome resulted from the careful shaping of Inca stones to ensure tight joints?
A)Seismic resistance improvement✓
B)Thermal expansion mitigation
C)Increased material transport
D)Enhanced aesthetic appearance
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The Incas tightly shaped stones because seismic resistance increased with interlocking, dry-stone construction providing flexibility. Therefore, structures survived earthquakes rather than collapsing like those with mortar.
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