All of the following factors increase shear stress and trigger slope failure EXCEPT:

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Grading steep slopes into step-like structures, also known as terracing, is a method used to reduce shear stress on slopes rather than increase it. This technique stabilizes slopes by decreasing the angle of the slope, which reduces the gravitational force acting on potential sliding masses, thereby reducing the risk of slope failure.

All of the Following Factors Increase Shear Stress and Trigger