Which of the following factors does not influence earthquake resistance design?

Civil Engineering : Steel Structure Design - Quiz(MCQ)

site soil

wind of location

strength of structure

geographical location of structure

Correct Answer : wind of location

Explanation : The factors which influence earthquake resistance design are : (i) geographical location of structure, (ii) site soil and foundation condition, (iii) importance of structure, (iv) dynamic characteristics of structure such as strength, stiffness, ductility and energy dissipation factor.

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Which of the following is not a parameter for decrease in strength of slender member?

residual stress

seismic load

initial lack of straightness

variation of material properties

Correct Answer : Option (B) : seismic load

Explanation : The decrease in strength of slender member is due to following parameter : imperfections- initial lack of straightness, accidental eccentricities of loading, residual stress, and variation of material properties over the cross section.