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Mining Engineering · Q246

Mine Development and Mining Methods

Engineering and GATE · Mining Engineering · question 246

Q246

Which of the following methods is most suitable for soft, unconsolidated ground?

A.
Block caving
B.
Sublevel stoping
C.
Cut and fill
Answer
D.
Longwall mining

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Cut and fill provides support after each cut with fill material.The correct answer is: Cut and fillIdeal for poor ground conditions.Allows selective mining and ground stability.