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What type of joint is required between the mechanical room and critical spaces if full acoustic separation cannot be achieved?
What type of joint is required between the mechanical room and critical spaces if full acoustic separation cannot be achieved?
Why should a lightweight roof deck not span continuously between a mechanical room and a sound-critical space?
Why should a lightweight roof deck not span continuously between a mechanical room and a sound-critical space?
What should be done to shaft walls adjacent to quiet areas in terms of their construction?
What should be done to shaft walls adjacent to quiet areas in terms of their construction?
What design feature is recommended for ductwork passing through different spaces on its way to a sound-critical space?
What design feature is recommended for ductwork passing through different spaces on its way to a sound-critical space?
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Which of the following is advised regarding fresh-air intake and exhaust-air discharge openings in relation to critical outdoor areas?
Which of the following is advised regarding fresh-air intake and exhaust-air discharge openings in relation to critical outdoor areas?
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What is one important consideration when designing ductwork for sound-critical spaces?
What is one important consideration when designing ductwork for sound-critical spaces?
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What is a recommended maximum trunk duct velocity for effective noise control in performance spaces?
What is a recommended maximum trunk duct velocity for effective noise control in performance spaces?
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In very critical cases, mechanical room doors may require:
In very critical cases, mechanical room doors may require:
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What type of wall construction is generally recommended for shaft walls adjacent to quiet areas?
What type of wall construction is generally recommended for shaft walls adjacent to quiet areas?
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What should be done with fresh-air intake and exhaust-air discharge openings?
What should be done with fresh-air intake and exhaust-air discharge openings?
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