4.1 - Regulations for Buildings and Disaster-Resistant Construction
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Practice Questions
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What does DRR stand for?
💡 Hint: What is the full form of DRR?
What is the purpose of building codes?
💡 Hint: Why do we need rules for building structures?
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What is the primary goal of DRR?
💡 Hint: Think about the long-term perspective vs. immediate actions.
True or False: Building codes only apply to new constructions.
💡 Hint: Consider how updates and renovations fit within existing regulations.
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Design a hypothetical building code for a flood-prone area. What elements must be included to ensure compliance with disaster risk reduction principles?
💡 Hint: Consider the specific types of risks the area faces.
Critically assess the effectiveness of Turkey's post-earthquake building reforms. What lessons can be learned for future regulations?
💡 Hint: Reflect on how these building codes have changed since the earthquake.
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