The advantage of a concrete pile over a timber pile, is (A) No decay due to termites (B) No restriction on length (C) Higher bearing capacity (D) All the above

The advantage of a concrete pile over a timber pile, is
(A) No decay due to termites
(B) No restriction on length
(C) Higher bearing capacity
(D) All the above
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Answer: Option D
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