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Q: The statement “fillet welds of size closer to the minimum size of weld are preferred as it is more economical” is
  • A. True
  • B. False-Bigger size fillets are better
  • C. Weld size is dependent on site conditions
  • D. No such preferences
Correct Answer: Option B - As per IS 800 : 2007, minimum size of fillet weld is based on the thickness of the thicker plate, size of fillet weld should not be less than 3 mm or not more than thickness of thinner parts.
B. As per IS 800 : 2007, minimum size of fillet weld is based on the thickness of the thicker plate, size of fillet weld should not be less than 3 mm or not more than thickness of thinner parts.

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As per IS 800 : 2007, minimum size of fillet weld is based on the thickness of the thicker plate, size of fillet weld should not be less than 3 mm or not more than thickness of thinner parts.