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1 · Integration of Building Materials and Systems

The main supply duct crosses Beam B2. Which actions are defensible next steps? Check the three that apply.

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Original structural and mechanical coordination plan with a main supply duct crossing Beam B2 in an office layout.

Select 3 responsesAConfirm beam depth, duct height, ceiling elevation, and required clearance at the crossing.BDirect the contractor to cut the beam web where the duct crosses.CCompare rerouting the duct with changing the ceiling or structural zone.DRemove the crossing from the architectural plan because it appears on the mechanical plan.ERequest structural-engineer review if an opening or framing change remains under consideration.FApprove a lower ceiling without checking the required clear height or the owner's program.

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