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The modern elevator industry traces a turning point to the introduction of a safety brake that prevents a car from falling if its hoisting cable snaps, an innovation that made tall buildings commercially viable by reassuring passengers who had previously been wary of vertical travel. Contemporary elevators rely on a mix of technologies, from traditional cable-and-counterweight systems to newer machine-room-less designs that eliminate the need for a separate mechanical room atop the building, freeing valuable rooftop space. Maintenance remains a significant ongoing cost for building owners, since regulations in most jurisdictions require frequent inspections and prompt servicing of components subject to wear. Some manufacturers now install sensors that monitor vibration and usage patterns, allowing predictive maintenance to be scheduled before a fault causes unplanned downtime.

Which of the following statements are true according to the passage? (select all that apply)

A safety brake that stops cars from falling helped make tall buildings commercially viable.Machine-room-less elevator designs require a larger dedicated mechanical room.Cable-and-counterweight systems have been entirely replaced by newer designs.Regulations in most jurisdictions require frequent inspection of elevator components.Sensors monitoring vibration and usage can support predictive maintenance scheduling.