A Thrust Block Is Used to

question 1

Multiple Choice

A thrust block is used to

• A) force water to travel against gravity.
• B) offset internal forces that can separate joints.
• C) hold piping in its proper place in an interior wall.
• D) block the flow of water in a pipe.

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