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Mining Engineering · Q120

Mine Development and Mining Methods

Engineering and GATE · Mining Engineering · question 120

Q120

What determines the choice between shaft and ramp access?

A.
Rock color
B.
Groundwater table
C.
Depth and production rate
Answer
D.
Weather conditions

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Access design depends on operational economics.The correct answer is: Depth and production rateShafts are better for deep, high-production mines.Ramps are economical for shallow or selective mining.