Which one the following statements is true? A) There is a higher chance of damag

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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.

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