A rated corridor wall is patched after plumbing work, and the patch uses ordinary board without matching the tested assembly. What must be maintained?
Correct Answer
D) The required fire-resistance rating through the repaired assembly.
Preserve the required fire resistance through a repair matching the approved assembly and detail. Cosmetic continuity alone is insufficient. Source: https://www.usg.com/en-US/packaging/repair-drywall
Why This Is the Correct Answer
Preserve the required fire resistance through a repair matching the approved assembly and detail. Cosmetic continuity alone is insufficient. Source: https://www.usg.com/en-US/packaging/repair-drywall
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