Discussion
Base isolation as a retrofit measure is most often chosen for
Answer: B
Correct answer: heritage buildings and essential facilities
Base isolation reduces the demand on the superstructure rather than strengthening it, so the fabric above can be left alone - which is what a heritage building needs. And it keeps the structure close to elastic, so an essential facility remains usable after the earthquake rather than merely standing.
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