What is the purpose of a fire cut on a wood joist or beam?

A. To retard the damage that fire does to the beam
B. To prevent the floor joist from failing prematurely
C. To lock the beam into the masonry wall for strength
D. To allow the beam to fall away freely in case of collapse


Ans: D. To allow the beam to fall away freely in case of collapse

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