Which feature distinguishes a suspension bridge from a cable‑stayed bridge?
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- A suspension bridge uses draped main cables with vertical hangers; a cable‑stayed bridge has straight cables running directly from towers to the deck
- A suspension bridge always uses timber decking; a cable‑stayed always uses concrete
- Suspension bridge towers are always taller than cable‑stayed towers
- Cable‑stayed bridges require piers in the center of every span
Correct answer: A suspension bridge uses draped main cables with vertical hangers; a cable‑stayed bridge has straight cables running directly from towers to the deck
Explanation: A suspension bridge carries the deck from draped main cables and vertical hangers (e.g., Golden Gate Bridge opened 1937), whereas a cable‑stayed bridge connects the deck directly to towers via straight cables.
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