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24 Hour Building Enclosures Quiz Flashcards

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During an inspection, the inspector notices that the bottom of a truss is separating from the top of the corner wall, which supports the truss, what is the cause?

a. Cupping
b. Doming
c. Horizontal Twisting
d. Horizontal Shearing

A

a. Cupping

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A ridge board must be _____ the rafters.

a. the same size as
b. 1’’ bigger
c. 2’’ bigger than
d. the same size as the end cut of

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d. the same size as the end cut of

[IRC 802.3]

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Dramatic slope is likely less important if the ground surface is: ASPHALT (TRUE/FALSE)

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TRUE

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The floor area beneath a furred ceiling can be considered to be contributing to the minimum required habitable area for the room where it has a minimum height of ____ above the floor.

a. 5’
b. 6’ 4’’
c. 6’ 8’’
d. 7’

A

d. 7’

[IRC R305.1]

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Base flashing shall be of either corrosion-resistant metal of minimum nominal 0.019’’ thickness or mineral surface roll roofing weighing a minimum of 77 lbs per 100 sq ft. (TRUE/FALSE)

A

TRUE

[IRC R905.2.8.1]

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Base flashing against a vertical sidewall shall be continuous. (TRUE/FALSE)

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TRUE

[IRC R905.2.8.3]

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A drip edge shall be provided at eaves and gables of shingle roofs. (TRUE/FALSE)

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TRUE

[IRC R905.2.8.5]

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There is no significant difference between traditional stucco & EIFS. (TRUE/FALSE)

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FALSE

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When inspecting siding, the inspector should just look at the siding. Never press & poke on the wood. (TRUE/FALSE)

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FALSE

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The places where wood rot is usually found is the areas close to the ground, near dormers & the ends of the boards. (TRUE/FALSE)

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TRUE

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Unless located a minimum of 60’’ above the floor or walking surface, glazing within a ____ arc of a door shall be considered to be installed in a hazardous location.

a. 12’’
b. 24’’
c. 36’’
d. 60’’

A

b. 24’’

[IRC R308.4.2]

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Glazing adjacent to a door to a storage closet is not required to be safety glazing provided the closet is a maximum of ____ in depth.

a. 24’’
b. 30’’
c. 36’’
d. 42’’

A

c. 36’’

[IRC R308.4.2 (Exception-4]

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Glazing in a door shall be safety glazing where the opening allows the passage of a minimum ____ sphere.

a. 3’’
b. 3 1/2’’
c. 4’’
d. 6’’

A

a. 3’’

[IRC R308.4.1 (Exception-1]

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Exterior walls shall provide the building with a _____

a. Weather resistant interior wall envelope.
b. Weather resistant exterior wall envelope.
c. A NON-Weather resistant exterior wall envelope.
d. A Weather resistant decking attached to wall.

A

b. Weather resistant exterior wall envelope.

[IRC R703.1]

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Paper lap over framing for exterior walls requires minimum ____ horizontal _____ vertical.

a. 2’’ & 4’’
b. 2’’ & 6’’
c. 1’’ & 4’’
d. 3’’ & 6’’

A

b. 2’’ & 6’’

[IRC R703.2]

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The function of a vapor barrier is to protect the building from moisture damage. As well as designed to protect it from moisture due to vapor diffusion, not air movement. (TRUE/FALSE)

A

TRUE

[Principles of Home Inspection, Systems & Standards, 3rd ed., pg. 378]

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Insulation materials, including facings, such as vapor retarders and vapor-permeable membranes installed within floor/ceiling assemblies, roof/ceiling assemblies, wall assemblies, crawl spaces & attics shall have a flame spread index not to exceed ___ with an accompanying smoke-developed index not to exceed ___ when tested in accordance with ASTM E-84 or UL 723.

a. 25, 200
b. 50, 450
c. 25, 450
d. 50, 200

A

c. 25, 450

[IRC R302.10.1]

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Where a vapor retarder was properly installed in a crawlspace area over the ground, the ventilation in the crawl space can be reduced to_____.

a. 1/1500
b. 1/1500 with cross circulation
c. 1/300
d. 1/300 with cross circulation

A

b. 1/1500 with cross circulation

[IRC R408.2]

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What direction should the vapor barrier of insulation be installed?

a. Vapor barrier facing unconditioned air space
b. Vapor barrier should be unfaced
c. Vapor barrier facing conditioned air space
d. BOTH B & C

A

c. Vapor barrier facing conditioned air space

[IRC R302.10.1, Exception #1]

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Access doors from conditioned spaces to unconditioned spaces (e.g., attics and crawl spaces) shall be weatherstripped and insulated to a level equivalent to the insulation on the surrounding surfaces. (TRUE/FALSE)

A

TRUE

[IRC N1102.2.4]

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As an alternative to insulating floors over crawl spaces, crawl space walls shall be permitted to be insulated when the crawl space is NOT vented to the outside. (TRUE/FALSE)

A

TRUE

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Insulation shall be required on the horizontal portion of the foundation that supports a masonry veneer.

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FALSE

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Which of the following is considered a HIGH-EFFICACY LAMPS.

a. 60 lumens per watt for lamps over 40 watts
b. 50 lumens per watt for lamps over 15 watts to 40 watts
c. 40 lumens per watt for lamps 15 watts or less
d. ALL OF THE ABOVE

A

d. ALL OF THE ABOVE

[IRC N1101.9 Defined Terms]

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Lighting equipment powered through a transformer such as a cable conductor, a rail conductor and track lighting is considered LOW-VOLTAGE LIGHTING.
(TRUE/FALSE)

A

TRUE

[IRC N1101.9 Defined Terms]

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The inverse of the time rate of heat flow through a body from one of its bounding surfaces to the other surface for a unit temperature difference between the two surfaces, under steady state conditions, per unit area is considered.

a. R-Value
b. Thermal Resistance
c. U-Value
d. BOTH A&B

A

d. BOTH A&B (a. R-Value, b. Thermal Resistance)

[IRC N1101.9 Defined Terms]

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Escape & rescue openings shall have a maximum sill height of _____ above the floor.

a. 40’’
b. 42’’
c. 44’’
d. 48’’

A

c. 44’’

[IRC R310.1]

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Escape & rescue openings, when considered as GRADE floor openings shall have a minimum net clear opening of _____.

a. 4.0 sq ft
b. 4.4 sq ft
c. 5.0 sq ft
d. 5.7 sq ft

A

c. 5.0 sq ft

[IRC R310.1.1 (Exception)]

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For emergency escape & rescue opening, the minimum clear height shall be _____ & the minimum clear width shall be ____ .

a. 24’’, 20’’
b. 24’’, 28’’
c. 28’’, 22’’
d. 28’’, 24’’

A

a. 24’’, 20’’

[IRC R310.1.2 & R310.1.3]

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[SCENARIO #1]
A window is installed above a tub in a bathroom. The inspector inspects the window to verify it is identified as tempered glass as required by hazardous locations in the code. There is no acid etching to indicate the window is tempered. The inspector measures from the top of the tub to the bottom sash of the window & the measurement is 63’’. Is this a deficiency??

a. NO, it is not in a hazardous location
b. YES, it is in a hazardous location (Wrong)
c. YES, it is over 5’ from the top edge of the tub.
d. NONE OF THE ABOVE (Wrong)

A

a. NO, it is not in a hazardous location
[TAC RULE §535.228(g)(1)(C)]
[IRC R308.4.5 Glazing and Wet Surfaces]

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[SCENARIO #2]
What would you tell a client about a retaining wall that is leaning over but not broken, cracked or damaged?

a. It is impossible to tell from a single visit if the wall is in danger of collapse.
b. It is easy to tell, as an inspector, from a single visit if the wall is in danger of collapse. Leaning walls with no cracks or buckling should be further investigated by a specialist.
c. It is impossible to tell from a single visit if the wall is in danger of collapse. Straight walls with no cracks or buckling should be further investigated by a specialist.
d. It is impossible to tell from a single visit if the wall is in danger of collapse. Leaning walls with no cracks or buckling should be further investigated by a specialist.

A

d. It is impossible to tell from a single visit if the wall is in danger of collapse. Leaning walls with no cracks or buckling should be further investigated by a specialist.

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[SCENARIO #3]
What are 2 examples of how you might differentiate between a roof leak & a condensation problem in an attic.

a. Roof leaks tend to be more uniform & wide spread than leakage. Condensation is uniform laterally across the roof. Leaks tend to run down sloped roof surfaces following gravity.
b. Condensation tends to be more uniform & wide spread than leakage. Condensation is uniform laterally across the roof. Condensation tends to run down sloped roof surfaces following gravity.
c. Condensation tends to be more uniform & wide spread than leakage. Condensation is uniform laterally across the roof. Leaks tend to run down sloped roof surfaces following gravity.
d. Condensation tends to be more wide spread than leakage. Condensation is uniform laterally across the roof. Leaks tend to run up sloped roof surfaces following gravity.

A

c. Condensation tends to be more uniform & wide spread than leakage. Condensation is uniform laterally across the roof. Leaks tend to run down sloped roof surfaces following gravity.

32
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SOP: Minimum Inspection Requirements for Structural Systems

a. §535.226
b. §535.227
c. §535.228
d. §535.229

A

c. §535.228

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[TEST QUESTION]
Interior wall cracks radiating up from the top of windows may mean:

a. Sagging lintels, foundation settlement, shrinkage of framing members.
b. Over-spanned joists, Sagging lintels
c. A lack of wall sheathing, Foundation settlement
d. Shrinkage of framing members, over-spanned joists.

A

a. Sagging lintels, foundation settlement, shrinkage of framing members. (Best answer)
[Principals of Home Inspection, Systems & Standards, 3rd ed, Pg 338]

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[TEST QUESTION]
What are 2 general wall problems?

a. Water damage, cracks
b. Mechanical damage, appropriate finish in wet areas.
c. inappropriate finish in wet areas, crayon stains
d. Damage, picture holes

A

a. Water damage, cracks

[Principals of Home Inspection, Systems & Standards, 3rd ed, Pg 444]

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[TEST QUESTION]
Tread problems on stairs include all of the following, EXCEPT:

a. too wide
b. worn
c. sloped
d. poorly supported

A

a. too wide

[Principals of Home Inspection, Systems & Standards, 3rd ed, Pg 460]

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[TEST QUESTION]
Rise is usually ____ maximum & tread depth is typically ____ minimum.

a. 7 3/4’’, 10’’
b. 10’’, 7 3/4’’
c. 9’’, 11’’
d. 8 1/2’’, 11’’

A

a. 7 3/4’’, 10’’

[IRC R311.7.5.1 & R311.7.5.2]

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[TEST QUESTION]
Railings on stairways should be between ____ & ____ above the stair nosing depending on your area.

a. 34’’ to 36’’
b. 32’’ to 38’’
c. 36’’ to 38’’
d. 34’’ to 38’’

A

d. 34’’ to 38’’

[IRC R311.7.8.1]

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[TEST QUESTION]
The maximum projection of a handrail into a stairwell is?

a. 1 1/2’’
b. 4 1/2’’
c. 5’’
d. 6’’ (if on both sides)

A

b. 4 1/2’’

[IRC R311.7.1]

39
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[TEST QUESTION]
How far should combustibles be from fireplace openings?

a. 6’’
b. 8’’
c. 9’’
d. 12’’

A

a. 6’’

[IRC R1001.11, EXC-4]

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[TEST QUESTION]
How far above fireplace openings should combustibles be if they project out beyond the opening by 1 1/2’’?

a. 6’’
b. 8’’
c. 10’’
d. 12’’

A

d. 12’’

[IRC R1001.11, EXC-4]

41
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[TEST QUESTION]
How far should combustibles be from the firebox walls?

a. 2’’
b. 4’’
c. 6’’
d. 8’’

A

b. 4’’

[Principals of Home Inspection, Systems & Standards, 3rd ed, Pg 828]

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[TEST QUESTION]
What are the characteristics of a good chimney?

a. Should adequately remove combustion products from the house. Should prevent poison gases from entering the house.
b. Minimize the cool loss from the building. Adequately control the wind.
c. Enhance appliance uplift & down forces.
d. Should adequately remove heat from the house. Should prevent poison from entering the house.

A

a. Should adequately remove combustion products from the house. Should prevent poison gases from entering the house.
[Principals of Home Inspection, Systems & Standards, 3rd ed, Unit-11 Review questions(Pg 864)]

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[TEST QUESTION]
A minimum uniformly distributed live load of ____ shall be used for sleeping rooms.

a. 10 psf
b. 20 psf
c. 30 psf
d. 40 psf

A

c. 30 psf

[IRC R301.5]

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[TEST QUESTION]
What is the maximum allowable deflection for floor joists?

a. L/120
b. L/180
c. L/240
d. L/360

A

d. L/360

[IRC R301.7]

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[TEST QUESTION]
The maximum allowable deflection permitted for 7:12 sloped rafters with no ceiling attached is ______.

a. L/120
b. L/180
c. L/240
d. L/360

A

b. L/180

[IRC R301.7]

46
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[TEST QUESTION]
Openings located less than 3’ from an interior property line shall be protected with what minimum fire protection rating?

a. 0-hours (No protection rating is required)
b. 20 mins
c. 45 mins
d. Openings NOT permitted

A

d. Openings NOT permitted

[IRC TABLE R302.1(1)]

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Q

[TEST QUESTION]
Where located in an exterior wall having a fire separation distance less than 3’, penetrations protected with an approved fire stop system shall have a minimum fire resistance rating of _____.

a. 20 mins
b. 30 mins
c. 45 mins
d. 1-hour

A

d. 1-hour

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48
Q

[TEST QUESTION]
Where a detached garage is located within 2 feet of a lot line, the maximum eave projection is limited to ____ .

a. 4’’
b. 6’’
c. 8’’
d. 12’’

A

a. 4’’

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[TEST QUESTION]
When natural ventilation is used to satisfy the minimum ventilation requirements for habitable rooms, the aggregate open area to the outdoors shall be a minimum of ______ of the floor area

a. 4%
b. 5%
c. 8%
d. 10%

A

a. 4%

[IRC R303.1]

50
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[TEST QUESTION]
At least one habitable room with a minimum floor area of _____ shall be provided in every dwelling unit.

a. 100 sq ft
b. 120 sq ft
c. 150 sq ft
d. 200 sq ft

A

b. 120 sq ft

[IRC R304.1]

51
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[TEST QUESTION]
Within a shower compartment, the walls shall be finished with a nonabsorbent surface to a minimum height of ________.

a. 70’’
b. 72’’
c. 78’’
d. 84’’

A

b. 72’’

[IRC R307.2]

52
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[TEST QUESTION]
Where a solid wood door is installed as a permitted opening between the garage and the residence, the minimum thickness of the door shall be _____.

a. 1 1/4’’
b. 1 3/8’’
c. 1 5/8’’
d. 1 3/4’’

A

b. 1 3/8’’

[IRC R302.5.1]

53
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[TEST QUESTION]
How far should a chimney extend above the roofline?

a. 3’ minimum & 3’ above anything within 10’ horizontally.
b. 3’ minimum & 2’ above anything within 15’ horizontally.
c. 3’ minimum & 2’ above anything within 10’ horizontally.
d. 2’ minimum & 3’ above anything within 10’ horizontally.

A

c. 3’ minimum & 2’ above anything within 10’ horizontally.
[IRC R1003.9] “3-2-10 rule”

54
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[TEST QUESTION]
How far should wood framing members be kept away from masonry chimney’s?

a. Minimum 2’’
b. Minimum 2 1/2’’
c. Minimum 3’’
d. Minimum 1’’

A

a. Minimum 2’’

[IRC R1003.18]

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[TEST QUESTION]
What is a concentrated load?

a. Loads from large areas are concentrated on a small point. This could be the end of a beam, bottom of a chimney or a column for example.
b. Loads from small areas are concentrated on a small point. This could be the end of a beam, bottom of a chimney or a column for example.
c. Loads from large areas are concentrated on a large point. This could be the end of a beam, bottom of a chimney or a column for example.
d. Cracks from large areas are concentrated on a small point. This could be the end of a beam, bottom of a chimney or a column for example.

A

a. Loads from large areas are concentrated on a small point. This could be the end of a beam, bottom of a chimney or a column for example. (Best answer)
[Principles of Home Inspection, Systems & Standards, 3rd ed, Glossary]

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[TEST QUESTION]
Beams require _____ of solid bearing at each support point if resting on concrete or masonry & ____ if resting on wood or metal.

a. 1 1/2’’, 3’’
b. 2’’, 3’’
c. 2 1/2’’, 3’’
d. 3’’, 1 1/2’’

A

d. 3’’, 1 1/2’’

[IRC R502.6]

57
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[TEST QUESTION]
All of these are common joist problems EXCEPT:

a. rotated or twisted
b. sagging
c. joist running parallel to walls below.
d. rot

A

c. joist running parallel to walls below.

[Principles of Home Inspection, Systems & Standards, 3rd ed, pg 309]

58
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[TEST QUESTION]
What are 4 common joist problems you will see on inspections?

a. Rot & insect damage, inappropriate notching or holes, sagging joists, poor end bearing.
b. Rotated or twisted joists, appropriate notching or holes, joists split or damaged.
c. Weak cantilevers, weakness created by openings around stairs, chimneys & windows, etc., prior repairs, appropriate notching or holes.
d. Concentrated loads, missing joists, joist cantilievers.

A

a. Rot & insect damage, inappropriate notching or holes, sagging joists, poor end bearing.
[Principles of Home Inspection, Systems & Standards, 3rd ed, pg 309]

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[TEST QUESTION]
Where a stairway handrail is located adjacent to a wall, a minimum clearance of ___ shall be provided between the wall & the handrail.

a. 1 1/4’’
b. 1 1/2’’
c. 2’’
d. 3 1/2’’

A

b. 1 1/2’’

[IRC R311.7.8.2]

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[TEST QUESTION]
Required guards shall be provided with intermediate rails or ornamental enclosures such that a minimum ___ sphere cannot pass through.

a. 3’’
b. 4’’
c. 6’’
d. 9’’

A

b. 4’’

[IRC R312.1.3]

61
Q

[TEST QUESTION]
Which one of the following areas in a dwelling unit does not specifically require the installation of a smoke alarm?

a. Basement
b. Kitchen
c. Habitable attic
d. Sleeping room

A

b. Kitchen

[IRC R314.3]

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[TEST QUESTION]
In general, foam plastic shall be separated from the interior of a dwelling by minimum _____.

a. 3/8’’ gypsum board
b. 1/2’’ gypsum board
c. 5/8’’ gypsum board
d. 5/8’’ Type-X gypsum board

A

b. 1/2’’ gypsum board

[IRC R316.4]

63
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[TEST QUESTION]
Walls & under stair surface that enclose accessible space under a stairway shall be protected on the enclosed side by minimum ____ gypsum board.

a. 1/2’’
b. 1/2’’ Type-X
c. 5/8’’
d. 5/8’’ Type-X

A

a. 1/2’’

[IRC R302.7]

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[TEST QUESTION]
When natural ventilation is used to satisfy the minimum ventilation requirement for habitable rooms, the aggregate open are to the outdoors shall be a minimum of _____ of the floor area.

a. 4%
b. 5%
c. 8%
d. 10%

A

a. 4%

[IRC R303.1]

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[TEST QUESTION]
Where a whole house mechanical ventilating system is installed, the natural ventilation requirement are not applicable, provided the system is capable of supplying a minimum of ____ outside ventilation air per computed occupant.

a. 15 cfm
b. 20 cfm
c. 30 cfm
d. 50 cfm

A

a. 15 cfm

Best answer-Quizlet

66
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[TEST QUESTION]
Where an intermittent mechanical ventilation system is provided in a bathroom in lieu of exterior openings, the minimum required ventilation rate shall be ______.

a. 15 cfm
b. 20 cfm
c. 30 cfm
d. 50 cfm

A

d. 50 cfm

[IRC M1507.4]

67
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[TEST QUESTION]
Unless a minimum tread depth of ______ is provided, a minimum ¾’’ nosing is required at the leading edge of all treads.

a. 9 1/2’’
b. 10’’
c. 11’’
d. 12’’

A

c. 11’’

[IRC R311.7.5.3]

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[TEST QUESTION]
Unless the stair has a total rise of more than 30’’, the opening between treads at open risers shall be such that a minimum _____ sphere shall not pass through.

a. 3’’
b. 4’’
c. 6’’
d. NO LIMITATION IS MANDATED

A

b. 4’’

[IRC R311.7.5.1]

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