24.16.2 - Role in Engineering and Policy
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What is the epicentre?
💡 Hint: Think about where the earthquake originates.
Why are building codes important?
💡 Hint: Consider their role in earthquake resilience.
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What is the main role of epicentre data in engineering?
💡 Hint: Consider how engineers use data to make buildings safer.
True or False: Epicentre data influences only emergency response strategies, not construction.
💡 Hint: Think about what happens after an earthquake and how data can help.
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Evaluate how failing to consider epicentre data in urban planning can lead to increased fatalities during an earthquake.
💡 Hint: Think about previous earthquake examples and their consequences.
Propose a strategy for incorporating new epicentre data into existing seismic building codes.
💡 Hint: Consider how consistent monitoring can influence building standards.
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