Red Seal Carpenter Practice Exam

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In balloon framing what procedure is used to install the second floor, floor joist?

Nail blocking between studs at under side of joist and nail joist to stud.
Let in continuous 1x4 ledger at under side of joist and nail joist to stud.
Nail joist to stud with six 3Γö¼Γò£" coated nails and 2 lag bolts.
Nail joist to stud and set a cripple under each joist.

The correct answer is: Let in continuous 1x4 ledger at under side of joist and nail joist to stud.

One common method of installing the second floor joists in balloon framing is to let in a continuous 1x4 ledger at the under side of the joist and then nail the joist to the stud. This provides stability and support for the joists and also helps to reinforce the overall structure of the building. The other options given, such as nailing blocking between studs or using lag bolts, do not provide the same level of support and may not be as secure. Additionally, setting a cripple under each joist may not be necessary or practical in all situations. Therefore, B is the most suitable and efficient option for installing second floor joists in balloon framing.