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A weep screed is installed but the new concrete walkway is poured up over it. What is affected?

Correct Answer

C) Stucco drainage.

Covering the weep screed blocks drainage and clearance at the base of stucco.

Answer Options
A
Fall protection.
B
Instability.
C
Stucco drainage.
D
Install backing.

Why This Is the Correct Answer

Covering the weep screed blocks drainage and clearance at the base of stucco.

Why the Other Options Are Wrong

Option A: Fall protection.

Fall protection. addresses a neighboring field issue, but not the condition or method control required for the field-method choice.

Option B: Instability.

Instability. addresses a neighboring field issue, but not the condition or method control required for the field-method choice.

Option D: Install backing.

Install backing. addresses a neighboring field issue, but not the condition or method control required for the field-method choice.

Memory Technique

Field-Method Choice method for Coordinating Flatwork: condition first, tool second.

Reference Hint

Study anchor (closed-book): memorize cited field requirement from California Building Code, California Code of Regulations Title 24. / Title 24 California Building Code exterior plaster weep screed clearance; know the rule or calculation trigger without relying on exam-room lookup.

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