27.11 - Case Studies
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Practice Questions
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What is the significance of the El Centro Earthquake?
💡 Hint: Think about what data is crucial for engineers.
Name a key finding from the Northridge Earthquake.
💡 Hint: Consider how earthquakes affect buildings.
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What significant contribution did the El Centro Earthquake make to engineering?
💡 Hint: Think about the first things recorded.
True or False: The Northridge Earthquake emphasized the importance of horizontal acceleration.
💡 Hint: Which direction is critical during shaking?
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Evaluate how the lessons from the El Centro and Northridge earthquakes can be applied in new construction projects today.
💡 Hint: Think about why understanding past quakes helps in new designs.
Propose a research project using data from the El Centro Earthquake to influence future building codes.
💡 Hint: Focus on the types of structures that faced challenges.
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