When inspecting a wood-frame house, an inspector notices the floor joists are notched at mid-span to accommodate plumbing. What is the primary concern?
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A
The notch reduces shear capacity at the most critical bending zone
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B
The notch may allow moisture intrusion from the pipes
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C
Notches at mid-span are acceptable if less than one-third of joist depth
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D
The plumbing pipes may corrode the wood over time