A building has a total floor area of 15,000 square feet with an occupant load of 300 people. What is the minimum required exit width in inches, assuming level egress components?
Correct Answer
B) 60 inches
For level egress components, the IBC requires 0.2 inches of width per person. 300 people × 0.2 inches = 60 inches minimum total exit width.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
For level egress components, the IBC requires 0.2 inches of width per person. 300 people × 0.2 inches = 60 inches minimum total exit width.
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