In the Construction of a Frame House, the Short Horizontal

question 7

Multiple Choice

In the construction of a frame house, the short horizontal 2" x 4" boards above a window opening are commonly called a lintel or a:

• A) cripple
• B) sole plate
• C) header
• D) fire stop

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