[Solved] Which one of the following is not usually considered particular advantage of a Buttress dam?

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Q.	Which one of the following is not usually considered particular advantage of a Buttress dam?
A.	Due to thin section, the problem of temperature control is minimised.
B.	Economy in use of concrete
C.	Less uplift force
D.	The power house and switchyard etc. can be located between the buttresses
E.	Because of thin members, the volume changes are significant
Answer» E. Because of thin members, the volume changes are significant

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