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Q: Which property of steel makes it suitable for earthquake-resistant structures?
  • A. Brittleness
  • B. Ductility
  • C. Plasticity
  • D. Elasticity
Correct Answer: Option B - Steel being ductile can dissipate the energy of seismic waves, undergo plastic deformation during earthquakes without completely destroying the structure.
B. Steel being ductile can dissipate the energy of seismic waves, undergo plastic deformation during earthquakes without completely destroying the structure.

Explanations:

Steel being ductile can dissipate the energy of seismic waves, undergo plastic deformation during earthquakes without completely destroying the structure.