Describe typical layouts of escalator systems.

What will be an ideal response?


To provide smooth movement of passengers, escalators often are installed in pairs with one moving up and one heading down. They may be located in a parallel arrangement or in a crisscross pattern.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Evaluate:  52 × (16 × 3 - 12) ÷ 8

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Technician A says the hood has two catches—the primary and secondary—for emergencies. Technician B says the hood latch should be the first thing to attach when adjusting the hood. Who is correct?

A. Technician A only B. Technician B only C. Both Technicians A and B D. Neither Technician A nor B

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When CMUs are required to support loads from a beam, a ____ is placed in the wall to carry the loads.

A. baluster B. banister C. pilaster D. stud

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