List three important factors and the manner in which they affect the number of fatalities caused by building collapses in an earthquake (EQ).
What will be an ideal response?
1. EQ intensity: the greater the EQ intensity, the greater the number of fatalities.
2. Density of population at EQ location: the greater the population density, the greater the number of fatalities that
an earthquakes may cause.
3. Types of structures: Poorly designed structures result in greater and more severe building collapses, resulting in a greater number of fatalities.
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