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A site plan requires spoil at least 24 inches from a trench edge, but the pile is 6 inches from the edge. How much farther back must it move?

Correct Answer

C) 18 inches.

24 − 6 = 18 additional inches to meet the stated plan. Section 1541(j)(2) also recognizes appropriate retaining devices; this exercise specifically uses the plan’s setback. Source: https://www.dir.ca.gov/title8/1541.html

Answer Options
A
12 inches.
B
16 inches.
C
18 inches.
D
24 inches.

Why This Is the Correct Answer

24 − 6 = 18 additional inches to meet the stated plan. Section 1541(j)(2) also recognizes appropriate retaining devices; this exercise specifically uses the plan’s setback. Source: https://www.dir.ca.gov/title8/1541.html

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