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What is the primary function of stairs in buildings?
To provide a means of circulation between floor levels
What is a set of steps arranged in series and placed in an enclosure called?
Staircase
What is the main difference between moving and stationary access in buildings?
Moving access uses electrical or hydraulic driving motors, while stationary access does not
What is the purpose of a step in a stair?
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Where should stairs be located in residential buildings?
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What is a stair composed of?
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What is the purpose of the tread in a stair?
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What is the term for the horizontal distance between the nosings of two consecutive steps?
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What is the purpose of the nosing in a stair?
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What is the term for the vertical member that supports the hand rail?
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What is the classification of stairs that changes direction by introducing a quarter space landing or winders?
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What is the term for the total length of stairs in a horizontal plane, including landings?
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