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Practice Questions
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Question 1
Easy
What is the formula to calculate base shear?
💡 Hint: Remember the relationship between the seismic weight and horizontal forces.
Question 2
Easy
In a seismic zone with a higher earthquake risk, how is the design horizontal seismic coefficient (A) affected?
💡 Hint: Think about how forces change with seismic levels.
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Question 1
What does base shear (V) represent in seismic design?
- Total lateral force at the base
- Weight of the structure
- Dynamic response of the structure
💡 Hint: Think about what forces a building experiences during an earthquake.
Question 2
True or False: The design horizontal seismic coefficient is necessary for calculating base shear.
- True
- False
💡 Hint: Recall the formula.
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Challenge Problems
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Question 1
Consider two buildings: Building A is in Zone II with a seismic weight of 400 kN and A=0.2, while Building B is in Zone IV with a seismic weight of 600 kN and A=0.3. Calculate their base shears and discuss which building is under more lateral force and why.
💡 Hint: Apply the formula correctly for both buildings and compare results.
Question 2
If a hospital has a seismic weight of 1000 kN and is located in a very high seismic zone (zone V) where A is estimated to be 0.36, calculate the base shear and discuss its implications for the design.
💡 Hint: Remember to consider the implications for safety and the need for appropriate design measures.
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