NM CID GS-16 Practice Questions - New Mexico CID GS-16 Masonry Examination Exam

Control joints are provided in CMU walls primarily to:

Increase the compressive strength of the masonry assembly Accommodate shrinkage and other in-plane movement so cracking occurs at a planned, sealed location Serve as the grout cleanout openings required by TMS 602 Tie the facing wythe to the backup with metal anchors

Correct Answer:

Accommodate shrinkage and other in-plane movement so cracking occurs at a planned, sealed location

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