Practice Construction on Riverbeds - 4.1 | 21. Asymmetric Buildings and Vulnerability | Disaster Preparedness &Planning - Vol 5
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Question 1

Easy

What is the recommended mortar ratio discussed in the section?

💡 Hint: Think about the mixture that helps maintain wall strength.

Question 2

Easy

Explain why symmetrical buildings are preferred in flood-prone areas.

💡 Hint: Recall the importance of balance and symmetry.

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Question 1

What is an important design feature to reduce flood vulnerability?

  • A) Many offsets
  • B) Symmetry
  • C) Irregular shapes

💡 Hint: Consider equilibrium and balance in design.

Question 2

True or False: Building with a mortar ratio of less than 1:6 is acceptable for stability.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Recall the importance of material proportions.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Propose a plan for retrofitting a coastal building that has experienced damage due to flooding.

💡 Hint: Focus on understanding the damage and proposing effective solutions.

Question 2

Analyze the failure mechanisms of buildings built with inadequate mortar ratios during a flood event.

💡 Hint: Consider how the strength of materials directly affects resilience.

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