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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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