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Jack plans to buy property in an area that has experienced earthquakes of magnitudes 6.7, 7, 6.9, and 7.2 in the recent past. Which of the following precautions should he take when buying a house in the area?
A.
Jack should make sure the house has an underground basement.
B.
Jack should check the sewage tanks for existing damage.
C.
Jack should check for road connections from his house to other parts of the area.
D.
Jack should make sure the house is built from sturdy materials.
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Correct choices: B, C and D.
Brief reasons:
- B: Check sewage tanks and underground services for existing damage (leaks, cracks, broken pipes) — earthquake damage can create health hazards and expensive repairs.
- C: Good road access matters for evacuation, emergency services, and getting supplies after an earthquake.
- D: Prefer a house built or retrofitted with earthquake-resistant, sturdy materials and proper structural design (reinforcement, shear walls, proper foundation).
A is not a good general recommendation—basements are not inherently safer in earthquakes and can be vulnerable to collapse or problems from liquefaction and groundwater.
Brief reasons:
- B: Check sewage tanks and underground services for existing damage (leaks, cracks, broken pipes) — earthquake damage can create health hazards and expensive repairs.
- C: Good road access matters for evacuation, emergency services, and getting supplies after an earthquake.
- D: Prefer a house built or retrofitted with earthquake-resistant, sturdy materials and proper structural design (reinforcement, shear walls, proper foundation).
A is not a good general recommendation—basements are not inherently safer in earthquakes and can be vulnerable to collapse or problems from liquefaction and groundwater.
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