Question

Plumb rule is used for checking the __________ of brick walls.

(a) Horizontality

(b) Angularity

(c) Uniformity

(d) Verticality

The question was asked by my college director while I was bunking the class.

Asked question is from Brick Stone Composite Masonry topic in section Composite Masonry of Construction & Building Materials

Answer 1

Correct answer is (d) Verticality

For explanation I would say: Plumb rule is a tool that consists of a plumb line and a bob. It is extensively used by builders and surveyors for checking the verticality of the walls.