What is an advantage of making a square-groove weld?
A) The welds are more uniform in width.
B) It is easier to follow the joint and make straight welds.
C) You never need to use any weave to make the weld.
D) Less heat input in the joint means less distortion.

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Square-groove welds require less filler material and can be completed with a single pass for certain thicknesses, leading to less heat input. This reduced heat input minimizes the amount of distortion in the welded components.

What Is an Advantage of Making a Square-Groove Weld