In Terms of Soil Behavior in Earthquakes, Building Codes Classify

Multiple Choice

In terms of soil behavior in earthquakes, building codes classify a construction site based on soil conditions. The primary property of soil that is used in this classification is

A) the stiffness/density of soil.
B) the swelling and shrinkage characteristics of soil.
C) whether the soil is native to the site.
D) the size of soil particles.
E) none of the above.