For earthquake resistant masonry buildings, where seismic coefficient is less than 0.08, the horizontal distance between two openings shall not be less than
A. Vt × height of shorter opening
B. Vt × height of longer opening
C. Vi × height of shorter opening
D. Vi × height of longer opening
Answer: Option A
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For masonry work with solid bricks, consistency of mortar should be
A. 5 to 8 cm
B. 9 to 13 cm
C. 14 to 18 cm
D. 19 to 23 cm
Minimum thickness of stiffening wall for 1 to 3 storeys shall not be less than
A. 10 cm
B. 15 cm
C. 20 cm
D. 30 cm
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