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Mining Engineering · Q148

Mine Development and Mining Methods

Engineering and GATE · Mining Engineering · question 148

Q148

Which mining method is least suitable for soft and unstable ground?

A.
Longwall mining
B.
Top slicing
C.
Sublevel stoping
Answer
D.
Cut and fill

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Sublevel stoping requires strong surrounding rock to maintain stope integrity.The correct answer is: Sublevel stopingIn soft ground, collapse risk is high.Cut and fill would be more appropriate.