Which structural damage could be expected if a Category 4 hurricane is predicted to hit an area?
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Well-constructed framed homes would not incur much damage
Well-constructed framed homes would not incur much damage
Well-constructed framed homes could have damage to the roof, shingles, vinyl siding, and gutters, but no damage to the house siding
Well-constructed framed homes could have damage to the roof, shingles, vinyl siding, and gutters, but no damage to the house siding
A high percentage of well-constructed framed homes could be completely destroyed, with complete roof failure and wall collapse.
A high percentage of well-constructed framed homes could be completely destroyed, with complete roof failure and wall collapse.
Well-constructed framed homes could sustain severe damage, with loss of most of the roof structure and some exterior walls.
Well-constructed framed homes could sustain severe damage, with loss of most of the roof structure and some exterior walls.
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A Category 4 hurricane can cause extensive damage, including:
- Severe damage to well-constructed framed homes
- Loss of most of the roof structure
- Loss of some exterior walls
Therefore, the most accurate response among those provided is:
Well-constructed framed homes could sustain severe damage, with loss of most of the roof structure and some exterior walls.