Pipes having diameter 14 inches or more are designated by their_________________?
Correct answer: B. Outside diameter
- A. Inside diameter
- B. Outside diameter
- C. Schedule number
- D. None of these
Explanation
For nominal pipe sizes of 14 inches and larger, the designation is based on the outside diameter. Smaller standard pipe sizes are commonly identified by nominal rather than directly matching inside or outside diameter.
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