The total length of a Stair in a horizontal plane is known as the __________(a) Run(b) Soffit(c) Scotia(d) StepThis question was posed to me in semester exam.Question is taken from Stairs Technical Terms in chapter Arches, Lintels, Stairs and Formwork of Construction & Building Materials

The total length of a Stair in a horizontal plane is known as the ____

1.	The total length of a Stair in a horizontal plane is known as the __________(a) Run(b) Soffit(c) Scotia(d) StepThis question was posed to me in semester exam.Question is taken from Stairs Technical Terms in chapter Arches, Lintels, Stairs and Formwork of Construction & Building Materials
Answer» The correct choice is (a) Run The explanation: Riser includes the LENGTH of landings also. Whereas, Scotia is an ADDITIONAL finish or moulding provided to the nosing or tread to improve the elevation of the STEP and to PROVIDE STRENGTH to the nosing.

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The total length of a Stair in a horizontal plane is known as the __________(a) Run(b) Soffit(c) Scotia(d) StepThis question was posed to me in semester exam.Question is taken from Stairs Technical Terms in chapter Arches, Lintels, Stairs and Formwork of Construction & Building Materials

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