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Multiple arch dams are generally used for ______________

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Multiple arch dams are generally used for ______________

(a) high heights

(b) low heights

(c) medium heights

(d) any height

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The correct option is (a) high heights

The best explanation: Free slab type dams are generally preferred for smaller heights and multiple arch dams are used for higher dam heights. Manicougan-5 dam in Canada is the highest multiple arch dam of the world having a height of 210 m.

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