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What type of floor joist is typically used when aiming for maximum sound attenuation between floors in a multi-story residential building?
Engineered wood I-joists, when combined with appropriate sound insulation batts or resilient channels, offer an excellent pathway for minimizing sound transmiss
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Question: What type of floor joist is typically used when aiming for maximum sound attenuation between floors in a multi-story residential building?
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- Standard solid sawn lumber joists
- Open-web steel joists ✅ Engineered wood I-joists with sound insulation
- Laminated veneer lumber (LVL) joists
Correct answer: Engineered wood I-joists with sound insulation
Explanation: Engineered wood I-joists, when combined with appropriate sound insulation batts or resilient channels, offer an excellent pathway for minimizing sound transmission between floors due to their depth and ability to incorporate insulation effectively.
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