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Which one of the following causes seismic irregularity in a building?
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- Rectangular plan shape
- Vertical setback
- Increase in height
- Seismic joint
Correct Option: B
Seismic Response of Building Frames with Vertical Setback and Stiffness Irregularity. The buildings can be broadly categorized as regular and irregular buildings. An irregular building can be defined as a building that lacks symmetry and has discontinuity in geometry, mass or load resisting elements.