The framing member used in the construction of a wall will _____ the overall R-value or its effective total R-value.
A) increase
B) determine
C) reduce
D) not effect

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Framing members used in the construction of a wall, such as wood or metal studs, conduct heat more easily than insulation material. This creates gaps in the insulation and reduces its effective total R-value. Therefore, the use of framing members will reduce the overall R-value of the wall.

The Framing Member Used in the Construction of a Wall