Which among the following type of dam section is expected to be the thinnest and the most economical? Options: A . &nbspConstant angle arch dam B . &nbspShell-arch dam C . &nbspConstant radius arch dam D . &nbspConcrete gravity dam

Which among the following type of dam section is expected to be the thinnest and

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Which among the following type of dam section is expected to be the thinnest and the most economical?

Options:

A . Constant angle arch dam

B . Shell-arch dam

C . Constant radius arch dam

D . Concrete gravity dam

Answer: Option B
Answer: (b).Shell-arch dam

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