The foreman is preparing the next work area, and the controlling field constraint is that higher lateral load and exterior exposure are expected. Which mortar type should be used?
Correct Answer
B) Select Type S mortar
Type S mortar best matches the stated condition. The other choices are real construction options in the same family, but they fit different field conditions.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
Type S mortar 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 Type O mortar
Select Type O mortar addresses a neighboring field issue, but not the condition or method control required for mortar type selection.
Option C: Select Type N mortar
Select Type N mortar addresses a neighboring field issue, but not the condition or method control required for mortar type selection.
Option D: Select Type M mortar
Select Type M mortar addresses a neighboring field issue, but not the condition or method control required for mortar type selection.
Memory Technique
Condition is the clue; other is the method check for Foreman Selecting.
Reference Hint
Open-book path: tab Principles and Practices of Commercial Construction, 10th Edition to Masonry materials; mortar type selection for exposure and strength; verify the construction method, material selection, equipment choice, or work sequence that fits the field condition.
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