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Which of the following is a horizontal opening used for drainage or access?

A. Shaft

B. Raise

C. Adit

D. Winze

Answer: Option C

Solution (By Examveda Team)

Adit is a horizontal or nearly horizontal passage driven from the surface.The correct answer is: AditUsed for access, drainage, and ventilation.Shafts are vertical; raises and winzes are internal vertical workings.

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