What are the current limitations on the use of finger-jointed lumber members in structural applications?
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They can only be used in compression, i.e., in vertical applications, such as studs, but not in bending applications, such as joists or rafters.
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In the United States, women consume about _____ of their calcium intake from dairy products
a. 12% c. 45% b. 23% d. 64%
Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)
1. Livestock have been domesticated for about 20,000 years. 2. In general, only the smartest animals survive in the wild. 3. Many of the traits that are essential for survival in the wild prove disadvantageous in domesticated situations. 4. Livestock evaluation is an art and a science. 5. As society becomes more complex, dual-purpose animals are gaining popularity.
The number of squares of 1' × 8' drop siding (to the nearest square) required for a hip roof structure that is 40'
long and 25' wide with 10' high walls, fifteen 3' × 5' windows, one 8' × 7' garage door, and two 8' × 7' sliding doors is _____. (Assume a waste allowance of 16%.) a. 7 b. 9 c. 11 d. 13