The Original Idea for Reinforced Concrete Began in the 1860s

question 29

Multiple Choice

The original idea for reinforced concrete began in the 1860s with Jacques Monier,who proposed strengthening concrete __________ with wire mesh.

• A) pavers​ 
• B) ​sidewalks 
• C) ​benches 
• D) ​garden statuary 
• E) ​flowerpots

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