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Pipes embedded in concrete

Building codes place various limitations on pipes that will be embedded in concrete. Before placement of concrete, pipes that will carry fluids or gases:

A. must be effectively coated to prevent electrolytic action
B. must be pressure-tested
C. must not add to the load-resisting area
D. requires that samples for strength tests are taken

AnswerB. must be pressure-tested. A applies to aluminum conduits; C is wrong; D does not refer to fluids or gases

ARE 4.0 exam prep: BDCS

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