Question: Show all work for full credit. [ 4 points each ] Determine the R value and U - factor for the following building component assemblies.

Show all work for full credit. [4 points each]
Determine the R value and U -factor for the following building component assemblies. Assume winter conditions. You HAVE to use the attached Table for R values.
Exterior Wall
Component R-Value
3/4" Plywood
1.5" Air Space (Horizontal direction)
51/4" Fiberglass Batt
1/2" Gypsum Board
Inside Air Film
Outside Air Film
Rtotal
U-factor 3 decimals round up
Floor
Component
R-Value
Carpet (with fibrous Pad)
1/2" Plywood
3.5" Air Space (up)
Inside Air Film (nonreflective) up
Basement ceiling Air Film down
Rtotal
U-factor 3 decimals round up
Roof and Ceiling 45-degree slope
Component
R-Value (Max)
1/2" Gypsum Board
51/2" Fiberglass Blown (attic) Insulation max
value
Sheathing, 5/8" plywood
Shingles, Wood
Outside Air Film
Inside Air Film ceiling up
Rtotal
U-factor 3 decimals round u
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