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The type of arch which is used to construct the bricks of accurately wedge shaped

ARough arch

BGauged arch

CBoth A and B

DAxed arch

Answer:

B. Gauged arch

Read Explanation:

• Rough brick arches - brick used not wedge shaped, curve shape obtained by varying mortar thickness. The joints are wider at extrados than intrados. • Axed brick arches in this bricks are cut wedge shaped, thickness of joints are 3mm to 6mm. In this bricks cut by means of a brick axe. Gauged brick arches -Accurately dressed wedge shaped bricks are used, mortar joints are are 1.6mm. In this bricks cut by means of a wire saw.


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