High Rise Building Structural Systems Presentation Quiz
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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?

  • 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.?

  • 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?

    <p>Bending stiffness of columns, girders, and connections in-plane</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the reason for buildings falling from wind and earthquakes?

    <p>Lateral Loads</p> Signup and view all the answers

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