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Which method uses gravity flow of ore and caved waste rock?

A. Sublevel stoping

B. Sublevel caving

C. Shrinkage stoping

D. Cut and fill

Answer: Option B

Solution (By Examveda Team)

Sublevel caving allows ore and waste to cave and flow due to gravity.The correct answer is: Sublevel cavingDrilled and blasted from sublevels below.Used for massive, weak ore bodies.

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