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The work plan must account for this condition: the controlling field constraint is that routine moisture is expected behind ceramic tile. Which tile substrate is most suitable?

Correct Answer

B) Select cementitious or specified tile backer

cementitious or specified tile backer 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
Select untreated paper-faced gypsum board
B
Select cementitious or specified tile backer
C
Select regular gypsum sheathing
D
Select painted gypsum board without backer membrane

Why This Is the Correct Answer

cementitious or specified tile backer 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: Select untreated paper-faced gypsum board

Select untreated paper-faced gypsum board puts the item in the wrong financial bucket, timing, base, or comparison for wet tile substrate.

Option C: Select regular gypsum sheathing

Select regular gypsum sheathing puts the item in the wrong financial bucket, timing, base, or comparison for wet tile substrate.

Option D: Select painted gypsum board without backer membrane

Select painted gypsum board without backer membrane puts the item in the wrong financial bucket, timing, base, or comparison for wet tile substrate.

Memory Technique

Wet Tile Substrate ledger for Foreman Selecting: put condition in the right drawer.

Reference Hint

Open-book path: tab Principles and Practices of Commercial Construction, 10th Edition to Interior finish materials; tile backer and wet-area substrate selection; verify the construction method, material selection, equipment choice, or work sequence that fits the field condition.

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