15. A significant benefit of I-joists and trusses ov a) they are typ ng joists i

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15. A significant benefit of I-joists and trusses ov a) they are typ ng joists is b) they can also be installed sideways (on "flat") c) they allow for easier installation of building services (like ducts) d) they never require bracing. er soli d frami ically heavier than a comparable joist or beam. 16. Exterior wall sheathing cannot: a) provide a nailing surface for siding b) serve as a lateral force-resisting element. c) provide buckling restraint for studs d) be made of oriented strand board (OSB) e) be left exposed as an exterior building surface 17. Which of these statements is correct for shear walls? a) Hold-downs resist overturning force b) Foundation anchor bolts resist overturning forces. c Shear walls can only be located at the exterior of a building. d) a and b. e) a and c. 18. Which of these techniques typically tries to eliminate jack studs? a) Platform framing b) Advanced framing c) Balloon framing d) Prefabricated framing 19. Which of these is an example of prefabricated framing techniques? a) Studs that go from foundation to roof b) Single top-plates in walls Assembling walls in a factory d) Gluing down underlayment e) Using let-in braces

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15.ans. C

Advantages of I joists over solid framing joist is they can be installed easily with less number of lumber.

16.ans c.

Exterior wall sheathing cannot be made of OSB.

17.ans a.

Shear walls holds down resist overturning forces.

18.ans d.

Prefabricated framing technique can be used for eliminating jack studs.

19.ans c. Assembling walls in a factory is an example of prefabricated framing techniques.

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