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Which method involves retreating while extracting support pillars?

A. Block caving

B. Longwall mining

C. Retreat mining

D. Sublevel caving

Answer: Option C

Solution (By Examveda Team)

Retreat mining removes pillars during withdrawal from a mined area.The correct answer is: Retreat miningCommonly used in coal mines.Requires high monitoring due to collapse risk.

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