From a fire protection perspective, what is the most important factor about trusses?

A. Trusses have a proven record of fire safety and are allowed by code for all applications.
B. Trusses are typically protected by insulation and thus do not pose a danger to fire crews.
C. Trusses use less material and are lighter than a comparable beam or joist for an equal span.
D. Trusses are stronger and will withstand more thermal stress than traditional structures.

Answer: C. Trusses use less material and are lighter than a comparable beam or joist for an equal span.

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A. The LIS can only upload information from an instrument B. The LIS cannot simultaneously transmit or download information to a laboratory instrument C. The LIS can simultaneously transmit data in one direction only D. The LIS can simultaneously transmit or download information to a laboratory instrument and the instrument can transmit data to the LIS

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If a body structure is posterior, or ________, to another, it is toward the back of the body. 

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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