A precut stud length equal to 7 ft 8 -5/8 in. is commonly used because

A) it is more energy efficient.
B) it provides a floor-to-ceiling height of 8 ft.
C) it permits the use of 1/2-in.-thick gypsum boards.
D) it permits the use of OSB sheathing; otherwise, more expensive plywood sheathing is needed.


B) it provides a floor-to-ceiling height of 8 ft.

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