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What was the reason for the evolution of low rise buildings (1-5 stories in height)?
What was the reason for the evolution of low rise buildings (1-5 stories in height)?
- Technological factor - introduction of elevators (correct)
- Lateral loads due to wind and earthquakes
- Scarcity of land due to population increase
- Religious purposes mostly uninhabitant
- Social and cultural factors
What is the maximum height suitable for an unreinforced frame capable of resisting both vertical and lateral loads?
What is the maximum height suitable for an unreinforced frame capable of resisting both vertical and lateral loads?
- 30 floors
- 25 floors (correct)
- 20 floors
- 10 floors
- 15 floors
What is the main factor leading to the construction of high rise buildings around 3200 B.C.E.?
What is the main factor leading to the construction of high rise buildings around 3200 B.C.E.?
- Social, cultural and religious factor (correct)
- Scarcity of land due to population increase
- Introduction of elevators
- Lateral loads due to wind and earthquakes
- Technological advancements
What is the lateral stiffness of a rigid frame dependent on?
What is the lateral stiffness of a rigid frame dependent on?
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What is the reason for buildings falling from wind and earthquakes?
What is the reason for buildings falling from wind and earthquakes?
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