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A carpenter is framing a single-family dwelling. What is the minimum fire-resistance rating required for the wall assembly between an attached garage and the habitable space of the dwelling, according to NBC 2020?

NBC 2020 Article 9.10.13.1.(1) specifies that a fire separation with a fire-resistance rating of not less than 45 minutes must be provided between an attached g

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Question: A carpenter is framing a single-family dwelling. What is the minimum fire-resistance rating required for the wall assembly between an attached garage and the habitable space of the dwelling, according to NBC 2020?

Answer options:

  • 15 minutes
  • 30 minutes ✅ 45 minutes
  • 1 hour

Correct answer: 45 minutes

Explanation: NBC 2020 Article 9.10.13.1.(1) specifies that a fire separation with a fire-resistance rating of not less than 45 minutes must be provided between an attached garage and a dwelling unit.

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