Which factor determines shaft depth selection over a decline?
A. Ventilation needs
B. Rock type
C. Depth of ore body
D. Number of miners
Answer: Option C
Solution (By Examveda Team)
Ore body depth strongly influences the choice between shaft and decline.The correct answer is: Depth of ore bodyDeclines are economical up to 1 km; deeper mines prefer shafts.Shafts are faster for vertical transport at depth.This Question Belongs to Mining Engineering >> Mine Development And Mining Methods
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