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waynest

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A collar tie adds structural strength to rafters in a stick-built roof system. What other framing function might collar ties provide?
 
  A) They may double a shortened ceiling joists. B) They may decrease lateral stability.
  C) They may always used with purlins D) They may provide support for gable end walls

Question 2

An advantage a transit-level has over a builder's level when locating building corners is ________.
 
  A) The scope of a transit-level moves side-to-side, but a builder's level scope does not.
  B) A transit-level allows the scope to pivot up and down to easily set corners.
  C) A builder's level cannot be used to square building corners after they have been located.
  D) A transit-level requires fewer workers to operate than a builder's level does.



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Answer to Question 1

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Answer to Question 2

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