Which of the following are key components of Japan’s seismic design philosophy for buildings
Which of the following are key components of Japan’s seismic design philosophy for buildings? (Select all that apply)
A. Collapse prevention during major earthquakes
B. Minimum damage during minor earthquakes
C. Use of seismic isolation technology for high-rise buildings
D. Ignoring soil conditions in foundation design
E. Prioritizing architectural aesthetics over structural safety
Answer: ABC
Explanation: Japan’s seismic design philosophy focuses on collapse prevention during major earthquakes, minimizing damage during minor earthquakes, and adopting seismic isolation technology for high-rise buildings. Ignoring soil conditions (D) and prioritizing aesthetics over safety (E) are contrary to Japanese building standards.
