Under the IBC, what is a 'fire barrier' as opposed to a 'fire partition'?
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A
A fire barrier is non-load-bearing; a fire partition is load-bearing
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B
A fire barrier has a higher fire-resistance rating and extends from floor to roof/floor deck above
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C
A fire partition must be built of masonry; a fire barrier can be gypsum board
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D
A fire barrier is exterior only; a fire partition is interior only