Which of the Following Structures Is LEAST Likely to Survive

question 36

Multiple Choice

Which of the following structures is LEAST likely to survive an earthquake?

• A) a brick building
• B) a wood frame building
• C) a building made of reinforced concrete
• D) an old building that has been seismically retrofitted

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