If a Hole Is Bored into a Stud and There

question 35

True/False

If a hole is bored into a stud and there is less than 1 1/4" between the edge of the hole and the edge of the stud, a steel plate at least 1/16" thick or a listed and marked steel plate that is less than 1/16" if it still provides equal or greater protection against nail or screw penetration, must be used.

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