A concrete slab-on-ground requires to be insulated in cold climates. We generally do not insulate it by placing insulation under the entire slab. Why?

What will be an ideal response?


Because the economic benefit of insulating the entire slab is small as compared with insulating the exposed edges of the slab with vertical insulation.

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a. plumbing appurtenance b. fixture fitting c. plumbing appliance d. plumbing fixture

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If the cycle is used to provide heat to a space, the maximum heat delivered would be nearest:

A 5-ton ideal air-conditioner operates between 120 kPa and 800 kPa. The refrigerant is R134a.

A) 320 kJ/kg
B) 300 kJ/kg
C) 280 kJ/kg
D) 260 kJ/kg

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If the output current is greater than needed, system voltage will fall below specification.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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The bps rate of a FastE circuit is ________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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