A wall constructed with stones to protect slopes of cuttings in natural ground from the action of weathering agents, is called

A wall constructed with stones to protect slopes of cuttings in natura

1.	A wall constructed with stones to protect slopes of cuttings in natural ground from the action of weathering agents, is called
A.	Retaining wall
B.	Breast wall
C.	Buttress
D.	Parapet wall
Answer» C. Buttress

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