Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Geography

Chapter

Fundamentals of Human Geography: Primary Activities

Question:
Which of the following is true of surface mining?
Options:
The surface mining also known as open-cast mining.
It is the easiest and the cheapest way of mining minerals that occur close to the surface.
Overhead costs such as safety precautions and equipment is relatively low in this method.
All of the above
Correct Answer:
All of the above
Explanation:
The surface mining also known as open-cast mining is the easiest and the cheapest way of mining minerals that occur close to the surface. Overhead costs such as safety precautions and equipment is relatively low in this method. The output is both large and rapid.