Practice Code Provisions and Design Guidelines (IS 1893 and IS 13920) - 32.8 | 32. Response of Structures to Earthquake | Earthquake Engineering - Vol 3
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32.8 - Code Provisions and Design Guidelines (IS 1893 and IS 13920)

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Practice Questions

Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.

Question 1

Easy

What does seismic zoning categorize?

💡 Hint: Think about how different areas might experience different levels of earthquakes.

Question 2

Easy

What is the importance factor (I)?

💡 Hint: Consider how hospitals might differ from schools in importance.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

How many seismic zones are proposed in India?

  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • 6

💡 Hint: Look for the highest zone number.

Question 2

True or False: The importance factor affects the seismic design requirements.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider what types of buildings might be more critical.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Analyze a building design in Zone IV and discuss what factors should be included based on the IS 1893 guidelines.

💡 Hint: Break down the required elements based on location.

Question 2

Evaluate how ductility can prevent collapse in a multistory building designed according to IS 13920.

💡 Hint: Look into specific failure patterns during seismic events.

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