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A carpenter is ripping a 2x10 (38 mm x 235 mm) spruce board along its length. Which power saw blade would be the most efficient and safest choice?

For ripping (cutting with the grain), a blade with fewer, larger teeth (like a 20-tooth rip blade) is most efficient as it removes material quickly without exce

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Question: A carpenter is ripping a 2x10 (38 mm x 235 mm) spruce board along its length. Which power saw blade would be the most efficient and safest choice?

Answer options:

  • A 24-tooth general-purpose blade
  • A 60-tooth carbide-tipped crosscut blade
  • A 40-tooth thin-kerf blade ✅ A 20-tooth carbide-tipped rip blade

Correct answer: A 20-tooth carbide-tipped rip blade

Explanation: For ripping (cutting with the grain), a blade with fewer, larger teeth (like a 20-tooth rip blade) is most efficient as it removes material quickly without excessive friction. More teeth are for smoother crosscuts or finer finishes.

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