In the 'full face' tunneling technique, what is the initial step performed?

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19 Jan 2019
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28 May 2026

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Explanation

Option A refers to removing the bottom part first, which is incorrect. Option B involves excavating a central drift, which is not the initial step in this method. Option C suggests removing the top portion first, which is also incorrect. The correct approach in the full face method is to begin excavation along the tunnel's perimeter, as stated in option D.

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