Practice question

A newly laid pipe is bearing on the bells at several joints instead of along the barrel. What correction is needed?

  1. Add more backfill on top to seat the pipe
  2. Excavate proper bell holes and re-bed the pipe so the barrel is uniformly supported
  3. Rotate every other pipe section 90 degrees
  4. Leave it alone if the joints look tight

Answer: B — Excavate proper bell holes and re-bed the pipe so the barrel is uniformly supported

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