Test Your Knowledge

What do you know about PVC? The correct answers are in bold.

1. PVC pipe is available in many grades, schedules and standard colors. Which of these is not one of them?

a.         Schedule 80
b.         Drain (DWV)
c.         Clear
d.         Schedule 110

2. What is the impact strength Izod (ft-lb/in of notch) of rigid PVC?

a.         0.4 - 20
b.         0.8 - 33
c.         1 - 45
d.         No Break

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