There are two types of joints in buildings: static joints (non-movement joints) and dynamic joints (movement joints). What is the advantage of movement joints over static joints?

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A movement joint allows building or building components to move (expand and contract) without restraint so that there are no movement stresses created in the building or building components. Static joints do not allow movement, which creates stresses in buildings and building components.

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