Question #$2(3$ pts$.)$:

Bricks are to be used for the veneer of the building in Question #$1.$ Moderate weathering bricks are specified, and a sample of those provided by the vendor yields the following test results:

Dry weight: $5\mathrm{.}5lbs.$

Weight after $24-$hour submersion: $6\mathrm{.}40lbs.$

Weight after $5-$hour boiling: $6\mathrm{.}80lbs.$

Based on the provided information, determine:

The minimum compressive strength, maximum $5-$hour absorption$,$ and saturation coefficient for the brick $(1$ pt$.)$

Whether the brick meets the requirements for absorption and saturation $(1$ pt$.)$

Whether it would be preferable to use clay brick or CMU in this application, and why. $(1$ pt$.)$