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Building material weight

In pounds per square foot, which of the following materials are ordered correctly from lightest to heaviest?
A. asphalt shingles, 1/2" plywood, 4" wall brick, water
B. suspended acoustical ceiling, steel decking, 1/2" plaster, 5-ply built-up roofing
C. 1/2" gypsum wallboard, 7/8" hardwood floor, earth (moist & packed), water
D. 1/4" glass, 7/8" hardwood floor, 1/2" quarry tile, marble
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