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The term "seismic base shear" refers to:
The term "seismic base shear" refers to:
A. Total horizontal seismic force at base of structure
B. Vertical forces due to earthquake
C. Torsional force in building
D. Internal pressure
Explanation:
Base shear is the design seismic lateral force.
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