A) Depth of earthquakes B) Frequency of earthquakes C) Magnitude of earthquakes D) Duration of earthquakes
A) They minimize air leakage B) They improve sound insulation C) They absorb energy and reduce vibration D) They increase building height
A) To increase natural lighting B) To support the roof C) To enhance thermal insulation D) To provide lateral stability and resist horizontal forces
A) Tilt-up foundation B) Pile foundation C) Raft foundation D) Strip foundation
A) To boost sound insulation B) To increase energy consumption C) To absorb seismic energy and reduce structural damage D) To enhance natural ventilation
A) To increase seismic forces B) To control indoor temperature C) To reduce the building's height D) To allow the building to expand and contract without causing damage
A) Proximity to the beach B) Soil type and ground conditions C) Population density in the area D) Availability of public transportation
A) To increase earthquake intensity B) To dissipate seismic energy through rocking motion C) To improve facade aesthetics D) To reduce building height |