The R- Value of a 2- In

question 77

Multiple Choice

The R- value of a 2- in.- thick material is 4.0. What is the R- value of the same material if its thickness is 1 in.?

• A)6.0
• B)1.0
• C)0.5
• D)8.0
• E)None of the above

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