Which one the following statements is true? A) There is a higher chance of damag
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Question
Which one the following statements is true? A) There is a higher chance of damage if the natural vibrational frequency of a building matches the frequency of an earthquake. B) There is a higher chance of damage if the natural vibrational frequency of a building is slower than the frequency of an earthquake. C) There is a higher chance of damage if the natural vibrational frequency of a building is higher than the frequency of an earthquake. D) There is a higher chance of damage if the natural vibrational frequency of a building regulates the frequency of an earthquake.
Explanation / Answer
Which of the following is true?
Answer: A. There is a higher chance of damage if the natural vibrational frequency of a building matches the frequency of an earthquake.
Explanation: In order to design a particular building, the structural engineer designs the structure in such a way that the building is able to withstand the various hazardous conditions. The engineers conduct several studies and plan the building to be safest structure possible.