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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 the maximum acceleration during an earthquake.
Question 2
Easy
What is the Zone Factor used for?
💡 Hint: Consider the seismic zones in India.
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Interactive Quizzes
Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.
Question 1
What does PGA stand for in earthquake engineering?
- Peak Ground Analysis
- Peak Ground Acceleration
- Peak Ground Amplitude
💡 Hint: Think about what the maximum ground motion indicates.
Question 2
True or False: The zone factor indicates the level of seismic risk in a given area.
- True
- False
💡 Hint: Reflect on the relation between zones and their associated risks.
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Challenge Problems
Push your limits with challenges.
Question 1
Consider a building designed for seismic zone IV with a zone factor of 0.24g. If it experiences a ground motion with an actual PGA of 0.36g, what are the implications for structural safety?
💡 Hint: Think about how exceeding design limits impacts structure stability.
Question 2
Evaluate how the choice of site for a hospital might differ compared to a residential building in the same seismic zone. What factors must be taken into account?
💡 Hint: Reflect on the difference in safety requirements for critical infrastructure.
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