Stone has been used as a building material since ancient times because of its compressive strength,which is the __________.
A) ability to support pressure without breaking
B) ability to press down and become solidly fixed in the ground
C) relative weight of a block of stone to its size
D) force a block exerts on the blocks around it

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Compressive strength refers to a material's ability to resist compression or pressure without breaking. Stone is known for its high compressive strength, which makes it a durable and reliable building material.

Stone Has Been Used as a Building Material Since Ancient