A) Duration of earthquakes
B) Magnitude of earthquakes
C) Frequency of earthquakes
D) Depth of earthquakes

A) They absorb energy and reduce vibration
B) They improve sound insulation
C) They minimize air leakage
D) They increase building height

A) To increase natural lighting
B) To enhance thermal insulation
C) To support the roof
D) To provide lateral stability and resist horizontal forces

A) Tilt-up foundation
B) Raft foundation
C) Pile foundation
D) Strip foundation

A) To absorb seismic energy and reduce structural damage
B) To boost sound insulation
C) To increase energy consumption
D) To enhance natural ventilation

A) To allow the building to expand and contract without causing damage
B) To control indoor temperature
C) To increase seismic forces
D) To reduce the building's height

A) Population density in the area
B) Availability of public transportation
C) Soil type and ground conditions
D) Proximity to the beach

A) To increase earthquake intensity
B) To reduce building height
C) To dissipate seismic energy through rocking motion
D) To improve facade aesthetics