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💡 Always compare the Total Mass in the summary table to the Base Reaction for a dead load case. They should be identical. If they aren't, your mass source is likely missing a specific load pattern.

Confirm the inclusion of the appropriate percentage of live loads. etabs mass summary by story better

Ensure you haven't modeled a slab over a slab, which doubles the mass in that specific story. 💡 Always compare the Total Mass in the

Check if you applied property modifiers (like 0.0 weight) to certain elements. Confirm the inclusion of the appropriate percentage of

Ensure you are checking the "Include Lateral Mass" option for seismic analysis.

Understanding the mass distribution of a building is the foundation of accurate seismic analysis. In ETABS, the "Mass Summary by Story" table is your primary diagnostic tool for verifying that your mathematical model reflects physical reality.