Question

What precautions can be taken to increase the safety of a structure in an earthquake prone area?

Answer 1

Answer:

All of the above.

Explanation:

To avoid an incident of a high-risk earthquake, the buildings must be shock-proof. Several steps are available:

• Implement new technologies for reinforcing new construction
• Build roads, bridges, and buildings near hills and fault lines
• Erect buildings close together using minimal construction materials
• Survey the ground to learn about its composition and stability
• Avoid entering or remodeling any structure older than 15 years