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Drywall joint compound is applied over dusty joints that were not cleaned. What defect risk increases?

Correct Answer

C) Poor bond.

Joint finishing needs a suitable clean substrate so compound can bond properly.

Answer Options
A
Proceed with the finish work where drywall joint compound is applied over dusty joints that were not cleaned, and expect finish trim to hide the condition.
B
Treat the item as a color or trim preference where drywall joint compound is applied over dusty joints that were not cleaned, instead of meeting the manufacturer or code-driven finish requirement.
C
Poor bond.
D
Accept the installer's shortcut where drywall joint compound is applied over dusty joints that were not cleaned, without checking the substrate before finish work continues.

Why This Is the Correct Answer

Joint finishing needs a suitable clean substrate so compound can bond properly.

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