Cut wall plates.

The cutting process should ensure that

• wall plates are the proper length (to within +/- 1/16 inch)
• splices are on a stud center
• top and sole plates are identical in length.

IRC: Chapters 5, 6, and 8 Links to an external site. cover notching and boring of lumber in sections R502.8, R802.7.1, R602.6, and R602.6.1.

Process/Skill Questions:

• What are some consequences of cutting improperly?
• How is the appropriate length for a cut determined?