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Structural sheathing nails are driven at a steep angle so heads barely bear on the panel. What should be corrected?

Correct Answer

B) Fastener bearing.

Sheathing nails need proper placement and bearing to provide the intended diaphragm or shear performance.

Answer Options
A
Continue framing where structural sheathing nails are driven at a steep angle so heads barely bear on the panel, and let finish materials cover the unresolved load-path issue.
B
Fastener bearing.
C
Photograph the condition where structural sheathing nails are driven at a steep angle so heads barely bear on the panel, but close the framing item without restoring the required structural support.
D
Treat the item as layout cleanup where structural sheathing nails are driven at a steep angle so heads barely bear on the panel, and leave the structural defect for the next trade.

Why This Is the Correct Answer

Sheathing nails need proper placement and bearing to provide the intended diaphragm or shear performance.

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