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On this project, the controlling condition is the project condition shows that water pressure requires waterproofing. Which moisture-protection selection should be selected?

Correct Answer

B) Use waterproofing system for hydrostatic risk

waterproofing system for hydrostatic risk best matches the stated condition. The other choices are real construction options in the same family, but they fit different field conditions.

Answer Options
A
Use dampproofing only where water pressure exists
B
Use waterproofing system for hydrostatic risk
C
Use paint primer as below-grade protection
D
Use air barrier membrane used as footing waterproofing

Why This Is the Correct Answer

waterproofing system for hydrostatic risk best matches the stated condition. The other choices are real construction options in the same family, but they fit different field conditions.

Why the Other Options Are Wrong

Option A: Use dampproofing only where water pressure exists

Use dampproofing only where water pressure exists addresses a neighboring field issue, but not the condition or method control required for dampproofing vs waterproofing.

Option C: Use paint primer as below-grade protection

Use paint primer as below-grade protection addresses a neighboring field issue, but not the condition or method control required for dampproofing vs waterproofing.

Option D: Use air barrier membrane used as footing waterproofing

Use air barrier membrane used as footing waterproofing addresses a neighboring field issue, but not the condition or method control required for dampproofing vs waterproofing.

Memory Technique

Dampproofing Vs method for Manager Checking: condition first, tool second.

Reference Hint

Open-book path: tab Principles and Practices of Commercial Construction, 10th Edition to Moisture protection methods; dampproofing and waterproofing distinction; verify the construction method, material selection, equipment choice, or work sequence that fits the field condition.

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