Which structural consequence resulted when early suspension bridges experienced pedestrian-induced synchronous lateral excitation?

💡 Explanation

When pedestrians walk in step on suspension bridges, synchronous lateral excitation can induce resonance because the periodic force matches the bridge's natural frequency, leading to amplified oscillations and deck collapse. Therefore deck collapse results, rather than cable fatigue, tower collapse, or anchor failure which require different loading conditions and mechanisms.

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