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| Exam | Bricklayer / mason journeyman |
|---|---|
| Who runs it | Unions, state boards |
| Where | United States (varies by state) |
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Which mortar type has the highest compressive strength and is suited to heavily loaded masonry and work below grade?
D. Type M
Type M is the strongest, about 2500 psi under the property specification, and is used for foundations, retaining walls and heavy loads. Type N is a medium-strength mortar for above-grade work.
Reference: ASTM C270, mortar types
A wall 40 ft long and 8 ft high is built with nominal 8 by 8 by 16 in. block. Using 1.125 blocks per square foot, how many blocks are needed with no waste or openings?
Answer in blocks.
360 blocks
Area = 40 x 8 = 320 sq ft. 320 x 1.125 = 360 blocks.
Reference: Masonry estimating: units per square foot
Which mortar type is the usual general-purpose choice for exterior above-grade walls and brick veneer in normal exposure?
D. Type N
Type N is the medium-strength, workable, general-purpose mortar for above-grade work. Type M is stronger than needed and less workable, which can hurt bond and watertightness.
Reference: ASTM C270, mortar types
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