A V Groove Weld Symbol Showing (3/8) Along with a 1/2

Multiple Choice

A V groove weld symbol showing (3/8) along with a 1/2 to the left of the symbol, both of which are under the reference line means ____.

A) the weld depth on the arrow side should be 3/8", and the root penetration should be 1/2"
B) the depth that the weld penetrates the surface should be 3/8" on the arrow side and the root penetration should be 1/2"
C) the depth that the weld penetrates the surface should be 1/2" on the other side and the root penetration should be 3/8"
D) the depth that the weld penetrates the surface should be 1/2" on the arrow side and the root penetration should be 3/8"
E) None of the above. This is an incorrect symbol.