Question of the Week

The design earthquake motion per ASCE/SEI7 Provisions corresponds to

A) 1.5 times the maximum considered earthquake ground motion

B) 2/3 times the maximum considered earthquake design motion

C) 2/3 times the earthquake that has a 10% probability of being exceeded in 50 years

D) 3/2 times the earthquake that has a 10% probability of being exceeded in 50 years

The correct answer is B (2/3 times the maximum considered earthquake design motion)