____, One of Two Basic Types of Stiffening Joists in a Wooden

question 26

Multiple Choice

____, one of two basic types of stiffening joists in a wooden floor system, consists of solid cuts of lumber placed between the joists and secured by nailing.

• A) Firm bracing
• B) Fixed bracing
• C) Solid chocking
• D) Solid bridging

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