Practice Building Codes (23.7.2) - Elastic Rebound - Earthquake Engineering

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Question 1.
What are building codes?
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Think about rules for making buildings safe.
Question 2.
Why are building codes important in earthquake-prone areas?
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Consider safety during seismic events.
3Question 3.
Why are building codes crucial in earthquake-prone areas?
- A) To make buildings look nice
- B) To ensure safety during earthquakes
- C) To reduce construction costs
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Think about why safety is prioritized in construction.
4Question 4.
True or False: Building codes can be ignored if a builder feels confident about their construction skills.
- True
- False
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Remember why these codes are in place.
Question 5.
Design a simple building structure that meets the safety requirements for an area prone to earthquakes. What features will you include?
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Consider how buildings sway during quakes.
Question 6.
Discuss the relationship between evolving technology and building codes. How do innovations like new materials change construction standards?
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Think of recent technological advancements in construction.

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