Practice Site Selection and Building Composition - 1.3 | 20. Guidance to DRR | Disaster Preparedness &Planning - Vol 5
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Question 1

Easy

What should you avoid when selecting a site for construction?

💡 Hint: Think of geographical stability.

Question 2

Easy

Why is it important to have symmetrical building forms?

💡 Hint: Consider how buildings react during shaking.

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Question 1

What type of building shape should be avoided in earthquake-prone areas?

  • Symmetrical
  • Asymmetrical
  • Rectangular

💡 Hint: Think about balance.

Question 2

True or False: Buildings on steep slopes are safer than those on level ground during earthquakes.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider the stability of the ground.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

In a town located in an earthquake-prone area, two buildings are next to each other—one is designed to be symmetrical and the other asymmetrical. Discuss the potential outcomes during an earthquake for both.

💡 Hint: Consider which shape might react better to shaking.

Question 2

A new construction project is set on filled soil near a steep slope. List the potential risks and propose mitigation strategies.

💡 Hint: Think about the ground and what kind of soils are safe.

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