Civil Engineering MCQAE Level Civil Engineering
In brick masonry, English bond is generally stronger than Flemish bond because it has
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Choose the correct answer
A
alternate courses of headers and stretchers with better through bonding
B
only stretchers in all courses
C
no queen closers
D
more vertical joints in one line
Correct Answer
A. alternate courses of headers and stretchers with better through bonding
Why is this the answer?
English bond gives better transverse bond and is preferred for strength.
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