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Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.
Question 1
Easy
What are seismic design codes?
💡 Hint: Think about the safety measures for buildings.
Question 2
Easy
Define natural period.
💡 Hint: What does 'cycle' refer to in vibration?
Practice 4 more questions and get performance evaluation
Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.
Question 1
What is the primary purpose of seismic design codes?
💡 Hint: Think about what’s most important during an earthquake.
Question 2
True or False: Importance factors consider the type of occupancy of a building.
💡 Hint: Recall which buildings need to function post-earthquake.
Solve and get performance evaluation
Push your limits with challenges.
Question 1
Given a new code introduces a higher base shear for buildings in seismic zones, discuss potential implications on construction costs and design considerations.
💡 Hint: Consider how safety might outweigh costs in earthquake-prone areas.
Question 2
In a specific region, buildings with a natural period of 1 second are found to perform poorly in earthquakes. Propose modifications in the design or code that could enhance their performance.
💡 Hint: Think about strategies to avoid resonance.
Challenge and get performance evaluation