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Before encasing anchor bolts in a pedestal, how does a contractor normally prove embedment matches details?

Choices

  • (A) Guess from pit depth
  • (B) Measure projecting length or gauge marks against template vs shop drawing tail dimensions
  • (C) Judge from cement plaster colour
  • (D) Skip checks after first bolt is set

Correct answer: (B)

Measure projecting length or gauge marks against template vs shop drawing tail dimensions

Explanation

Short embedment voids shear or tension capacity at the base.

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