A Slope near Geologic Faults Is More Likely to Fail

question 27

True/False

A slope near geologic faults is more likely to fail than one that is far from faults.

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Definitions:

Set Point

The desired or target value for a controlled variable in a control system, against which actual values are compared to determine the need for corrective action.

Proportioning Action

A control method where the output is adjusted in proportion to the difference between the actual value and a setpoint.

Proportional Band

A control parameter in PID controllers that determines the range of proportional action surrounding a setpoint for maintaining system stability.