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What is the purpose of seismic analysis?

• To calculate the response to wind forces on a structure

• To assess the temperature variations in a structure

• To determine the seismic forces on a structure from anticipated ground motions

• To analyze the impact of rainfall on a building

What is modal analysis used for?

• Calculating the response to earthquake ground motion of a complex structure

• Determining the strength of a building's foundation

• Assessing the corrosion resistance of a building material

• Analyzing the effects of snow loads on a structure

What does linear time-history analysis focus on?

• Determining the structural response of tall buildings and structures with irregularities

• Analyzing the impact of hurricanes on buildings

• Calculating the thermal conductivity of building materials

• Assessing the acoustic properties of a structure

What is the significance of site class in seismic analysis?

• It classifies a site based on soil properties affecting seismic impact

• It determines the architectural style of a building

• It indicates the proximity of a site to a water body

• It assesses the energy efficiency of a structure

What is liquefaction in the context of seismic analysis?

• The process of solidifying a liquid material

• The sudden loss of shearing resistance in a cohesionless soil

• The transformation of a gas into a solid

• The expansion of a material due to heat exposure