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THANK YOU VERY MUCH JOHN.

I have some photos up. Please note that not all work will be exactly
like in the photos but it should provide some basic idea. Also note
that the PVC coated MC and staples will be completely covered by the
mortar before the gypsum layer even though it is hard to tell because
of lack of depth perception in the photos. ...

But how deep? I don't think you can just bury only thinly w/o
protection to prevent the nail somebody tries to drive??? That's why
the EMT was suggested, I think and why I'd ask a local...