Question

What is a potential benefit of surface mining compared to deep mining?

Select an answer

A.
Surface mining can be more efficient and cost-effective.


B.
Deep mining is easier to manage.


C.
Surface mining is more complex.


D.
Deep mining is always cheaper.

Answer 1

A. Surface mining can be more efficient and cost-effective.

Surface mining typically costs less per ton, is faster, and easier to mechanize and access than deep (underground) mining.