A) Magnitude of earthquakes
B) Frequency of earthquakes
C) Duration of earthquakes
D) Depth of earthquakes

A) They minimize air leakage
B) They improve sound insulation
C) They increase building height
D) They absorb energy and reduce vibration

A) To provide lateral stability and resist horizontal forces
B) To enhance thermal insulation
C) To increase natural lighting
D) To support the roof

A) To allow the building to expand and contract without causing damage
B) To reduce the building's height
C) To increase seismic forces
D) To control indoor temperature

A) Strip foundation
B) Raft foundation
C) Pile foundation
D) Tilt-up foundation

A) To boost sound insulation
B) To enhance natural ventilation
C) To absorb seismic energy and reduce structural damage
D) To increase energy consumption

A) To increase earthquake intensity
B) To improve facade aesthetics
C) To dissipate seismic energy through rocking motion
D) To reduce building height

A) Availability of public transportation
B) Population density in the area
C) Soil type and ground conditions
D) Proximity to the beach