The primary purpose of a batten system in a clay (or concrete) tile roof is to __________.

A) provide a drainage layer under the tiles.
B) provide a cushion to the tiles.
C) provide a nail base for tiles.
D) none of the above.


A) provide a drainage layer under the tiles.

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A _____ tie is sometimes called a box anchor and is recommended for use in walls where both masonry used are hollow.

A. Z B. rectangular C. square D. V

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Smith Fabrication has estimated that the purchase of a milling machine costing $160 000 will reduce the firm’s fabrication expenses by $10 000 per month during a two-year period. If the milling machine has zero salvage value in two years, what is the firm’s expected annual rate of return on investment? (Rate of return is the equivalent interest rate that must be earned on the investment to produce the same income as the proposed project. What would be the rate of return if the salvage value for 50 percent of the purchase price? If approved by your instructor, write a computer program or use a spreadsheet to solve the problem. Repeat for expense reductions of $13 500, $14 000, $14 500, $15 000, and $15 500 per month.

What will be an ideal response?

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What is the voltage drop across a 30- resistor with a current draw of 5 A?

A) 5 A/30 = 0.17 V B) 30/5 A = 6 V C) 5 A + 30 = 35 V D) 30 × 5 A = 150 V

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A confined space is any area with limited means of entry and exit that is large enough for a person to fit into but is not designed for occupancy.