During the material-order review at the bank drive-through canopy, the partition run is 108 ft long and studs are placed at 10 ft on center, including one at the starting end. How many studs are needed?
Correct Answer
A) 11 studs
Count the spaces along the run, then include the starting item.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
Count the spaces along the run, then include the starting item.
Why the Other Options Are Wrong
Option B: 12 studs
12 studs is above the supported result for metal stud layout; it likely adds an unsupported amount or compares the wrong financial base.
Option C: 13 studs
13 studs is above the supported result for metal stud layout; it likely adds an unsupported amount or compares the wrong financial base.
Option D: 14 studs
14 studs is above the supported result for metal stud layout; it likely adds an unsupported amount or compares the wrong financial base.
Memory Technique
Foreman Checks money test: bucket before math for metal stud layout.
Reference Hint
Open-book path: tab Principles and Practices of Commercial Construction, 10th Edition to Cold-formed framing; stud spacing takeoff; verify the construction method, material quantity, equipment use, unit conversion, or field-control calculation.
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