The depth of penetration of flare-formed groove welds is assumed to extend to ____.
A) the ends of the members
B) the tangent points of the members
C) the distance equal to the width of the members
D) the closest flush surface of the members
E) none of the above

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The depth of penetration of flare-formed groove welds is assumed to extend to the tangent points of the members, which is the point where the curvature of the weld face changes from convex to concave. This assumption is made to ensure that the weld is of sufficient strength and will not fail prematurely. The other options are not correct because the weld may not extend to the ends of the members, may not be equal to the width of the members, and may not necessarily be the closest flush surface of the members.

The Depth of Penetration of Flare-Formed Groove Welds Is Assumed