Chapter 9.1, Problem 2DE

Practical Applications. Round to the nearest tenth unless otherwise directed.

Masonry A standard brick has dimensions of $2\frac{1}{2}$in. by $3\frac{3}{4}$ in. by 8 in. With a $\frac{1}{4}$-in. mortar joint added to each side, determine the number of bricks required per cubic foot. (Hint: Add the mortar thickness just once to each dimension.)