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

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

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

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

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

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