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KWilfred

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When installing a built-up beam, the joints should be positioned _____.
 
  a. directly over support columns
  b. as close to the span midpoint as possible
  c. midway between support columns
  d. at eight-foot intervals

Question 2

When nailing a rim joist to the sill plate, use _____.
 
  a. 8d nails at 8 OC
  b. 16d nails at 18 OC
  c. 8d nails at 6 OC
  d. 16d nails at 12 OC



ms_sulzle

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Answer to Question 1

a

Answer to Question 2

c



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Both answers were spot on, thank you once again




 

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