Red Seal Carpenter Practice Exam

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What should be installed to protect the butt of a wood pile brooming during the driving procedure?

Pile shoe.
Rubber cap.
Metal point.
Pile ring.

The correct answer is: Pile shoe.

Upon driving the wood pile into the ground, friction and impacts can potentially damage the butt end and make it difficult to continue driving. A pile shoe is a protective device that can be installed at the bottom of the pile to prevent this damage. It is designed to distribute the load and reduce friction, allowing for a smoother driving process. Rubber caps and metal points may also provide some protection, but they are not specifically designed for this purpose and may not be as effective. Pile rings, on the other hand, are typically used for stabilizing the pile and do not provide any protection for the butt end. Therefore, the best option for protecting the butt of a wood pile during the driving procedure would be to install a pile shoe.