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On this project, the controlling condition is the work should be released only if the team addresses that preservative-treated lumber is exposed outside. Which fastener selection should be selected?

Correct Answer

A) Coordinate compatible corrosion-resistant fasteners

compatible corrosion-resistant fasteners 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
Coordinate compatible corrosion-resistant fasteners
B
Coordinate ordinary bright common nails
C
Coordinate interior electro-galvanized finish nails
D
Coordinate coarse-thread drywall screws

Why This Is the Correct Answer

compatible corrosion-resistant fasteners 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 B: Coordinate ordinary bright common nails

Coordinate ordinary bright common nails addresses a neighboring field issue, but not the condition or method control required for treated lumber fastening.

Option C: Coordinate interior electro-galvanized finish nails

Coordinate interior electro-galvanized finish nails addresses a neighboring field issue, but not the condition or method control required for treated lumber fastening.

Option D: Coordinate coarse-thread drywall screws

Coordinate coarse-thread drywall screws addresses a neighboring field issue, but not the condition or method control required for treated lumber fastening.

Memory Technique

Treated Lumber Fastening method for Foreman Selecting: condition first, tool second.

Reference Hint

Open-book path: tab Principles and Practices of Commercial Construction, 10th Edition to Carpentry materials; preservative-treated lumber and fastener compatibility; verify the construction method, material selection, equipment choice, or work sequence that fits the field condition.

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