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Practice Questions
Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.
Question 1
Easy
What does PGA stand for?
💡 Hint: Think about its definition in relation to earthquakes.
Question 2
Easy
What is the role of ductility in seismic design?
💡 Hint: Imagine what happens when a material bends.
Practice 4 more questions and get performance evaluation
Interactive Quizzes
Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.
Question 1
What does high PGA lead to in structural design?
- Reduced forces
- Increased base shear demand
- No impact
💡 Hint: Consider what happens when the ground shakes more violently.
Question 2
True or False: Ductility is important for flexible structures.
- True
- False
💡 Hint: Think about how a rubber band behaves.
Solve 1 more question and get performance evaluation
Challenge Problems
Push your limits with challenges.
Question 1
Given a high PGA scenario, outline the steps an engineer would take to adapt the ductility of a hospital building to ensure safety.
💡 Hint: Consider which materials flex best and how to detail connections.
Question 2
Reflecting on the relationship between Importance Factors and performance, analyze how ignoring these factors could affect public safety during an earthquake.
💡 Hint: Think of emergency services' role right after a quake.
Challenge and get performance evaluation