Which statement best describes a stringer bead?

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Which statement best describes a stringer bead?

A stringer bead is a single, straight weld laid in one pass with no weaving. It travels along the joint without side-to-side motion, producing a narrow, uniform bead and typically lower heat input per length. This is different from weaving or multiple short passes, which are used to fill wider joints or build up thickness. Edge preparation isn’t what defines a stringer bead, since it can be used on various joint types, but the defining characteristic is the single-pass, non-weaving nature.

A stringer bead is a single, straight weld laid in one pass with no weaving. It travels along the joint without side-to-side motion, producing a narrow, uniform bead and typically lower heat input per length. This is different from weaving or multiple short passes, which are used to fill wider joints or build up thickness. Edge preparation isn’t what defines a stringer bead, since it can be used on various joint types, but the defining characteristic is the single-pass, non-weaving nature.

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