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Moisture content in wood

The amount of shrinkage, weight, strength, and withdrawal resistance of nails is affected by the moisture content in wood. Wood that is grademarked kiln dry has a maximum moisture content of:
A. 15%
B. 19%
C. 25%
D. 30%

AnswerA. 15%. Dry lumber moisture content cannot exceed 19%.

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