In Terms of Soil Behavior in Earthquakes, Building Codes Classify

question 23

Multiple Choice

In terms of soil behavior in earthquakes, building codes classify a construction site based on soil conditions. The primary property of soil that is used in this classification is

• A)the stiffness/density of soil.
• B)the swelling and shrinkage characteristics of soil.
• C)whether the soil is native to the site.
• D)the size of soil particles.
• E)none of the above.

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