Which outcome results when exceeding design limits of a Roman arch bridge built with pozzolanic concrete?

💡 Explanation

When the design load of a Roman arch bridge is exceeded, horizontal thrust increases because the arch attempts to flatten, leading to outward forces at the abutments exceeding their capacity. Therefore abutment failure results, rather than concrete carbonation, keystone slippage, or wall collapse, which have different primary causes.

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