40.22 - Seismic Design Categories and Importance Classifications
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Practice Questions
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What is a seismic design category?
💡 Hint: Think about the factors that influence building codes.
Name an example of a high-importance structure.
💡 Hint: Consider buildings that must remain functional during a disaster.
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What is a high-importance structure classified based on?
💡 Hint: Consider how different types of buildings serve different purposes.
True or False: A hospital has a lower Importance Factor (I) than an ordinary building.
💡 Hint: Think about the role a hospital plays in an emergency.
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Given a seismic zone classification for a large hospital located in a high-risk area, identify how the design specifications should change compared to a standard office building.
💡 Hint: Reflect on how the role and use of the building affects its design.
How would you justify the upgraded ductility requirements for emergency response centers in comparison to standard residential buildings?
💡 Hint: Think about the critical functions these buildings serve.
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