What purpose did flying buttresses serve in Gothic architecture?
a) They allowed for pointed arches and taller interior domes.
b) They created a triangular space where sculpture could be placed.
c) They provided stability by transferring thrust outward and down.
d) They formed the framework for stained-glass and rose windows.
Answer: c
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