30 Hour Framing Quiz Flashcards by JT Fratangelo

[FLASHING]
A weep screed installed on exterior stud walls in an exterior plaster application shall be placed a minimum of \_\_\_\_\_ above paved areas.
a. 1''
b. 2''
c. 4''
d. 6''

b. 2’’

[IRC R703.6.2.1]

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[FLASHING]
Base flashing against a vertical sidewall shall be continuous or step flashing & shall b a minimum of 4’’ in height and 4’’ in width & shall direct water away from the vertical sidewall onto the roof and/or into the gutter. (TRUE/FALSE)

TRUE

[IRC R905.2.8.3]

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[FLASHING]
A drip edge shall be provided at eaves & gables of shingle roofs. Adjacent pieces of drip edge shall be overlapped a minimum of 2’’. (TRUE/FALSE)

TRUE

[IRC R905.2.8.3]

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[WOOD FRAME-Stick]
A foundation cripple wall should be considered an additional story for stud sizing requirements where the wall height exceeds \_\_\_\_\_\_\_
a. 14''
b. 30''
c. 48''
d. 72''

c. 48’’

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[WOOD FRAME-Stick]
Wall framing includes vertical pieces of lumber called:
a. Joists
b. Bridging
c. Bracing
d. Studs

d. Studs

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[WOOD FRAME-Stick]

Studs should be placed 16’’ on center. (TRUE/FALSE)

TRUE

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[WOOD FRAME-Balloon]
Utility grade studs, where used in load bearing walls supporting only a roof &amp; a ceiling, shall have a maximum height of \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
a. 8'
b. 10'
c. 12'
d. 14'

a. 8’

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[WOOD FRAME-Balloon]
Balloon framing is in carpentry, the lightest & most economical form of construction in which the studding & corner plates are set up in continuous lengths from the 1st floor line or sill to the roof plate to which all floor joists are fastened. (TRUE/FALSE)

TRUE

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[WOOD FRAME-Balloon]
With balloon framing, the wall cavity is open from the basement to the attic, therefore acting like a chimney. If there were a fire in the basement, it could spread rapidly through the wall cavity. (TRUE/FALSE)

TRUE

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[ROOF STRUCTURE-Rafters]
Given the following information, determine the minimum rafter size: No. 2 Douglas Fir-Larch; 20 psf live load, 24'' o.c., 14' span; Dead load-20 psf; &amp; ceiling not attached to rafter (attic);\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
a. 2X6
b. 2X8
c. 2X10
d. 2X12

c. 2X10

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[ROOF STRUCTURE-Rafters]
The ends of each rafter shall have not less than 1 1/2’’ of bearing on wood or metal & not less than 3’’ on masonry or concrete. (TRUE/FALSE)

TRUE

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[ROOF STRUCTURE-Rafters]

Rafters SHALL be framed to ridge board or to each other with a gusset plate as a tie (TRUE/FALSE)

TRUE

[IRC R802.3]

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[ROOF STRUCTURE-Trusses]
Which structural detail will facilitate interior remodeling involving partition changes?
a. Platform
b. Balloon framing
c. Roof Trusses
d. Post pension

c. Roof Trusses

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[ROOF STRUCTURE-Trusses]
Truss members & components can be cut, notched spliced or otherwise altered in any way without the approval of a registered design professional (TRUE/FALSE)

FALSE

[IRC R802.7.2]

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[ROOF STRUCTURE-Trusses]
Trusses shall be braced to prevent rotation & provide lateral stability in accordance with the requirement specified in the construction documents for the building & on the individual truss design drawings (TRUE/FALSE)

TRUE

[IRC R802.10.3]

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[FLAT WORK]
[TEST QUESTION]
Ramps shall have a maximum slope of 1-unit vertical in 12-units horizontal (TRUE/FALSE)

TRUE

[IRC R311.8.1]

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[FLAT WORK]

Garage floor surfaces shall be of approved non-combustible material. (TRUE/FALSE)

TRUE

[IRC R309.1]

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[PORCHES]
What is the requirement for beam & bearing on masonry?

a. 3’’
b. 4’’
c. 5’’
d. 6’’

a. 3’’

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[PORCHES]
How might paint indicate that a beam has slipped out of it’s pocket? If the beam has been painted & there are unpainted parts visible at the supports, this may indicate movement of the beam (TRUE/FALSE)

TRUE

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[PORCHES]

Beams should be mechanically fastened to their supporting members. (TRUE/FALSE)

TRUE

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[FLAT WORK]
The minimum required compressive strength for concrete used in a garage floor slab in a moderate weathering potential zone is ______.

a. 2,000 psi
b. 2,500 psi
c. 3,000 psi
d. 3,500 psi

c. 3,000 psi

[IRC R402.2, TABLE R402.2]

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[DECKS]
Wood decks on roofs may do all of the following EXCEPT:

a. protect the roof from ultraviolet light
b. protect the roof from mechanical damage
c. make the roof more difficult to inspect & repair
d. protect the roof from condensation damage
e. create penetrations through the membrane, increasing leakage potential

d. protect the roof from condensation damage

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[DECKS]
The metal brackets used to support joists are called____.

a. Rafter hangers
b. H hangers
c. Joist hangers
d. Meat hangers

c. Joist hangers

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[DECKS]
What 2 inspection techniques can you use to check for sagging joists? Stand on the deck, Scan the deck with your eye at deck level (TRUE/FALSE)

FALSE

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[STEPS] What is the best way to check for rot in a wooden stair stringer? a. Look at the wood with an awl or screwdriver b. Probe the wood c. Probe the wood with an awl or finger d. Probe the wood with an awl or screwdriver

d. Probe the wood with an awl or screwdriver

[STEPS] | Concrete steps & landings can be built in several ways (TRUE/FALSE)

TRUE

[STEPS] Wood steps & landings should not be looked at the same way as interior stairs with respect to dimension & stability & the same as exterior woodwork with respect to wood/soil contact. (TRUE/FALSE)

FALSE

[LANDINGS] A minimum 3'X3' landing shall be provided: a. At the top & bottom of ramps b. Where doors open onto ramps c. Where ramps change direction d. ALL OF THE ABOVE

d. ALL OF THE ABOVE | [IRC R311.8.2]

[LANDINGS] | There shall be a landing or floor on each side or each exterior door (TRUE/FALSE)

TRUE | [IRC R311.3]

[LANDINGS] [TEST QUESTION] The width of each landing shall not be less than the door served. Every landing shall have a minimum dimension of 36'' measured in the direction of travel (TRUE/FALSE)

TRUE | [IRC R311.3]

[BALCONIES] Where supporting an exterior balcony in an area having a ground snow load of 50 psf, what is the maximum cantilever span for 2X12 floor joists spaced at 16'' on center? a. 53'' b. 57'' c. 67'' d. 72''

c. 67'' | [IRC TABLE R502.3.3(2)]

[BALCONIES] A ______ is an exterior structure that projects from the building structure at least 1 story above grade. a. Deck b. Carport c. Patio d. Balcony

d. Balcony

[BALCONIES] | The defining feature of balconies is their steps & access to grade. (TRUE/FALSE)

FALSE

[DOORS] What is the minimum thickness for a solid garage door to a living area? a. 1'' b. 1 1/4'' c. 1 3/8'' d. 1 1/2''

c. 1 3/8'' | [IRC R302.5.1]

[DOORS] | At least 2 egress doors shall be provided for each dwelling unit (TRUE/FALSE)

FALSE | [IRC R311.2 (1-egress door)]

[DOORS] The egress door shall be sidehinged & shall provide a minimum clear width of _____ when measured between the face of the door & the stop. a. 28'' b. 30'' c. 32'' d. 36''

c. 32'' | [IRC R311.2]

[CEILINGS] Where a ceiling is suspended below the floor framing, draftstops shall be installed so that the maximum area of any concealed space is ______. a. 100 sq ft b. 400 sq ft c. 1,000 sq ft d. 1,500 sq ft

c. 1,000 sq ft | [IRC R302.12]

[CEILINGS] Habitable space, hallways, bathrooms, toilet rooms, laundry rooms & portions of basements containing these spaces shall have a ceiling height of not less than ______ . a. 5' b. 6' c. 7' d. 8'

c. 7' | [IRC R305.1]

[CEILINGS] Portions of basements that do not contain habitable space, hallways, bathrooms, toilet rooms & laundry rooms shall have a ceiling height of not less than 6' 8''. (TRUE/FALSE)

TRUE | [IRC R305.1.1]

[INTERIOR WALLS] When 1/2'' gypsum board is used as an interior wall covering & installed perpendicular to framing members at 16'' on center, the maximum spacing of nails is _____ on center where adhesive is used. a. 7'' b. 8'' c. 12'' d. 16''

d. 16'' | [IRC TABLE R702.3.5]

[INTERIOR WALLS] Which one of the following grades of wood would NOT be allowable for use as studs for load-bearing walls that support floors? a. Utility b. Stud c. Standard d. No. 3

a. Utility | [IRC R602.2]

[INTERIOR WALLS] 2X4 walls with studs 16'' on standard can carry the load from both 1 & 2 story houses & the roof in the temperate climate of the south. (TRUE/FALSE)

TRUE

[STAIRWAYS] Stairways shall not be less than 48'' in clear width at all points above the permitted handrail height and below the required headroom height. (TRUE/FALSE)

FALSE (36'') | [IRC R311.7.1]

[STAIRWAYS] [TEST QUESTION] The minimum headroom in all parts of the stairway shall not be less than 6' 8'' measured vertically from the sloped line adjoining the tread nosing or from the floor surface of the landing or platform on that portion of the stairway. (TRUE/FALSE)

TRUE | [IRC R311.7.2]

[STAIRWAYS] | On a spiral stairway a minimum headroom of 6' 6'' shall be provided. (TRUE/FALSE)

TRUE | [IRC R311.7.10.1]

[GUARDRAILS] A guard is required around porches, balconies & raised floor surfaces when the difference in elevation exceeds____. a. 24'' b. 30'' c. 34'' d. 36''

b. 30'' | [IRC R312.1.1]

[GUARDRAILS] Required guards at open-sided walking surfaces, including stairs, porches, balconies or landings, shall be not less than 36'' high measured vertically above the adjacent walking surface. (TRUE/FALSE)

TRUE | [IRC R312.1.2]

[GUARDRAILS] | Insect screening shall not be considered as a guard. (TRUE/FALSE)

TRUE | [IRC R312.1.1]

[HANDRAILS] Handrails shall be provided on at least one side of all ramps exceeding a slope of 1-unit vertical in 12-units horizontal (TRUE/FALSE)

TRUE | [IRC R311.8.3]

[HANDRAILS] Handrail height, measured above the finished surface of the ramp slope, shall be not less than 34'' & not more than 38''. (TRUE/FALSE)

TRUE | [IRC R311.8.3.1]

[HANDRAILS] | Handrail ends shall be returned or shall terminate in newel posts or safety terminals. (TRUE/FALSE)

TRUE | [IRC R311.7.8.2]

[BALUSTERS] The openings between railing balusters/spindles should not be grater than ______. a. 6'' b. 4'' c. 5'' d. 3''

b. 4'' | [IRC R312.1.3]

[BALUSTERS] | Spindles should be substantially horizontal. (TRUE/FALSE)

FALSE

[BALUSTERS] | Inadequate spindles are not a safety issue. (TRUE/FALSE)

FALSE

[STAIRWAYS] The greatest tread depth differential within any flight of stairs shall not exceed the smallest by more than ____. a. 1/4'' b. 1/2'' c. 3/8'' d. 5/8''

c. 3/8'' | [IRC R311.7.5.2]

[FIREPLACE] Foundations for masonry fireplaces & their chimneys shall extend minimum ______ beyond the face of the fireplace or support wall on all sides. a. 4'' b. 6'' c. 8'' d. 12''

b. 6'' | [IRC R1001.2]

[FIREPLACE] What is the minimum required thickness for the hearth of a masonry fireplace? a. 3/8'' b. 3/4'' c. 2'' d. 4''

d. 4'' | [IRC R1001.9.1]

[FIREPLACE] What is the minimum size of a hearth extension for a masonry fireplace having a 30'' X 42'' fireplace opening? a. 16'' X 42'' b. 16'' X 58'' c. 20'' X 58'' d. 20'' X 66''

d. 20'' X 66''

[CHIMNEY] The foundation for a masonry chimney shall be a minimum of _____ thick. a. 6'' b. 8'' c. 10'' d. 12''

d. 12'' | [IRC R1003.2]

[CHIMNEY] A masonry chimney wall shall not change size or shape for a minimum ____ above or below where the chimney passes through floor, ceiling or roof components. a. 6'' b. 12'' c. 24'' d. 30''

a. 6'' | [IRC R1003.6]

[CHIMNEY] In all cases, a masonry chimney shall extend a minimum of ______ above the point where the chimney passes through the roof. a. 12'' b. 18'' c. 24'' d. 36''

d. 36'' (3') | [IRC R1003.9]

[SILLS] | Wood sill plates shall be a minimum of 2X4 nominal lumber. (TRUE/FALSE)

TRUE | [IRC R404.3]

[SILLS] All wood sill plates shall be anchored to the foundation with anchor bolts spaced a maximum of _____on center. a. 2' b. 4' c. 5' d. 6'

d. 6' | [IRC R403.1.6]

[SILLS] | Sill plates & sole plates shall be protected against decay and termites where required. (TRUE/FALSE)

TRUE | [IRC R403.1.6]

[COLUMNS] | The columns shall be restrained to prevent lateral displacement at the top end. (TRUE/FALSE)

FALSE (bottom end) | [IRC R407.3]

[COLUMNS] Wood columns shall not be less in nominal size than ____. a. 4X4 b. 2X4 c. 2X6 d. 2X8

a. 4X4 | [IRC R407.3]

[COLUMNS] Steel columns shall not be less than ____diameter. a. 2'' b. 3'' c. 4'' d. 5''

b. 3'' | [IRC R407.3]

[BEAMS] Beams (also called girders) are made from large dimension lumber, engineered lumber or from steel. (TRUE/FALSE)

TRUE | [Principles of Home Inspection, Systems & Standards, 3rd ed, pg. 299]

[BEAMS] | Beams run diagonally to carry the floor joists above. (TRUE/FALSE)

FALSE (Horizontal) | [Principles of Home Inspection, Systems & Standards, 3rd ed, pg. 298]

[BEAMS] | Steel I-beams are commonly used in expensive homes with large open spaces that don't want columns. (TRUE/FALSE)

TRUE

[JOIST] | Joists provide a base upon which flooring materials can rest. (TRUE/FALSE)

TRUE | [Principles of Home Inspection, Systems & Standards, 3rd ed, pg. 109]

[JOIST] Where floor joists frame from opposite sides across the top of a wood girder & are lapped, the minimum lap shall be _____. a. 3'' b. 4'' c. 6'' d. 8''

a. 3'' | [IRC R502.6.1]

[JOIST] [TEST QUESTION] The ends of each joist, beam or girder shall have not less than _____ of bearing on wood or metal & not less than _____ on masonry or concrete a. 1'', 2 1/2'' b. 1 1/2'', 3'' c. 1 3/4'', 3'' d. 3'', 1 1/2''

b. 1 1/2'', 3'' | [IRC R502.6]

The ends of each joist, beam or girder shall have not less than 1 1/2'' of bearing on wood or metal & not less than 3'' on masonry or concrete except where supported on a ____ ribbon strip & nailed to the adjacent stud or by the use of approved joist hangers. a. 1X4 b. 2X4 c. 1X1 d. 2X2

a. 1X4 | [IRC R502.6]

[SUB-FLOORING] Where Species Group-2, sanded plywood is used as a combination sub-floor underlayment. What is the minimum required plywood thickness where the joists are spaced at 16'' on center? a. 1/2'' b. 5/8'' c. 3/4'' d. 7/8''

b. 5/8'' | [IRC TABLE R503.2.1.1(2)]

[SUB-FLOORING] What are 3 common sub-floor materials? a. A Plank, Plywood, Waferboard b. Planking, Plywood, Waferboard c. Planking, Plywood, Waferboard d. Planking, Plywood, Concrete board

c. Planking, Plywood, Waferboard | [Principles of Home Inspection, Systems & Standards, 3rd ed, pg. 318]

[SUB-FLOORING] Sub-floors act like: ______ a. Joists & beams b. Foundations & Beams c. Columns & Beams d. Footings & Beams

a. Joists & beams | [Principles of Home Inspection, Systems & Standards, 3rd ed, pg. 318]

[WALL SYSTEMS] Where nailed to the studs, what is the maximum stud spacing permitted for 3/8'' wood structural panel wall sheathing with a span rating of 12/0? a. 12'' b. 16'' c. 20'' d. 24''

b. 16'' | [IRC TABLE R602.3(3)]

[WALL SYSTEMS] A braced wall panel shall begin a maximum of ______ from the end of a braced wall line. a. 2' 8'' b. 4' c. 8' d. 12' 6''

d. 12' 6'' [IRC R602.10.2.2] (IRC states 10')

[WALL SYSTEMS] In Seismic Design Category-D1, metal ties for anchoring masonry veneer to a supporting wall shall support a maximum of ______ of wall area. a. 2 sq ft b. 2 2/3 sq ft c. 3 1/2 sq ft d. 4 1/2 sq ft

a. 2 sq ft

[STRUCTURE-HEADERS] What is the minimum required size of a steel angle spanning 8' used as a lintel supporting 1-story of masonry veneer above? a. 3X3X1 / 4X5 / 16 b. 4X3X1 / 4X5 / 16 c. 5X31 / 2X5 / 16 d. 6X3 / 12X5 / 16

c. 5X31 / 2X5 / 16

[STRUCTURE-HEADERS] Where a built-up girder of 3, 2X10's is used for an exterior bearing wall, what is the minimum number of jack studs required to support a girder that carries a roof, ceiling & one clear span floor? a. 1 b. 2 c. 3 d. 4

b. 2

[STRUCTURE-HEADERS] Where an opening in floor framing is framed with a single header joist the same size as the floor joist, the maximum header joist span shall be _____. a. 3' b. 4' c. 6' d. 12'

b. 4'

[RAMMED EARTH] | Rammed earth walls are built by compacting a soil-cement mixture in a forming system. (TRUE/FALSE)

TRUE

[RAMMED EARTH] The earth used for the walls is a screened, engineered soil. The earth is mixed with about 20% water & 10% cement. (TRUE/FALSE)

FALSE

[RAMMED EARTH] Site soil is rarely used unless: ______ a. It exactly meets the engineered soil requirements (i.e. proper clay:sand ratio) b. The material would have to be removed from the site & taken to a landfill or a large hole is desired. c. BOTH A&B d. NONE OF THE ABOVE

c. BOTH A&B

[STRAW BALE] Straw bale construction uses baled straw from wheat, oats, barley, rye, rice & others in walls covered by stucco. (TRUE/FALSE)

TRUE | Wikipedia

[STRAW BALE] Basic styles of straw bale construction used are: ____ a. Post & Beam construction with straw bale infill. b. Structural straw bale construction of "Nebraska" style (the weight of the roof is supported by the bales). c. BOTH A&B d. NONE OF THE ABOVE

c. BOTH A&B | Wikipedia

[STRAW BALE] Straw is also being used as a building material currently in sheet materials such as a sheathing & wall panels. (TRUE/FALSE)

TRUE

[INSULATED CONCRETE FORMS (ICF)] | ICF are a type of panel that have foam insulation. (TRUE/FALSE)

TRUE | Wikipedia

[INSULATED CONCRETE FORMS (ICF)] ICF can be used for: _____ a. Exterior walls b. Foundation walls c. Floors d. ALL OF THE ABOVE

d. ALL OF THE ABOVE

[INSULATED CONCRETE FORMS (ICF)] | ICF's advantage lies in the high R-value & high energy efficiency levels. (TRUE/FALSE)

TRUE

[PANELIZED] | SIP stands for "Structural Insulated Panels" (TRUE/FALSE)

TRUE

[PANELIZED] SIP's have 2 layers of foam insulation, usually closed-cell spray foam, sandwiched between 2 layers of building materials. (TRUE/FALSE)

FALSE (SIP {Structural Insulated Panels} is a sandwich structured composite, consisting of an insulating layer of rigid core sandwiched between 2 layers of structural board, used as a building material. The board can be sheet metal, plywood, cement, magnesium oxide board (MgO) or oriented strand board (OSB) & the core either expanded polystyrene foam (EPS), extruded polystyrene foam (XPS), polyisocyanurate foam, polyurethane foam or composite honeycomb (HSC). (Wikipedia)

[PANELIZED] SIP's ( Structural Insulated Panels) are more expensive than the cost of materials for a comparable framed house. (TRUE/FALSE)

TRUE

[MASONRY] An Exterior Insulation Finish System (EIFS) shall terminate a minimum of _____ above the finished ground. a. 1'' b. 2'' c. 6'' d. 8''

c. 6''

[MASONRY] | Nearly all home construction today is done with hardwoods (TRUE/FALSE)

FALSE

[MASONRY] In un-reinforced masonry construction, what is the maximum vertical spacing of longitudinal reinforcement where units are laid in stack bond? a. 12'' b. 16'' c. 20'' d. 24''

b. 16''

[WOOD I-JOIST] Cuts, notches and holes bored in I-joists are prohibited except where permitted by the manufacturer's recommendations or where the effects of such alterations are specifically considered in the design of the member by a registered design professional. (TRUE/FALSE)

TRUE | [IRC R802.7.2]

[WOOD I-JOIST] Structural capacities & design provisions for prefabricated wood I-joists shall be established & monitored in accordance with ASTM D-5055. (TRUE/FALSE)

TRUE | [IRC R502.1.4]

[WOOD I-JOIST] | I-joists shall be supported laterally as required by the manufacturer's recommendations. (TRUE/FALSE)

TRUE | [IRC R502.7 (Exception-1)]

[ROOF SHEATHING] | Wood structural panel used as roof sheathing shall be installed with joints staggered. (TRUE/FALSE)

TRUE [IRC R803.2.3] [Principles of Home Inspection, Systems & Standards, 3rd ed, pg. 365]

[ROOF SHEATHING] Wood structural panel roof sheathing exposed to the underside may be of interior type bonded with exterior glue, identified as Exposure II. (TRUE/FALSE)

FALSE (Exposure I) | [IRC R803.2.1.1]

[ROOF SHEATHING] | Plywood is mostly used for decking & sheathing. (TRUE/FALSE)

TRUE

[WOOD WALL] Wood framing must be secured to the foundation. This is done with ______ . a. Joists b. Anchor Bolts c. Rafters d. Headers

b. Anchor Bolts | [IRC R403.1.6]

[WOOD WALL] | Studs should be placed 16'' on center. (TRUE/FALSE)

TRUE

[WOOD WALL] | Defects in the wood determine the grade. (TRUE/FALSE)

TRUE

[STEEL WALL] Steel floor framing constructed in accordance with the IRC is limited to buildings a maximum of ___ stories with each story a maximum of ____ in height. a. 2, 10' b. 2, 12' c. 3, 10' d. 3, 12'

c. 3, 10' | [IRC R505.1.1]

[STEEL WALL] | Steel framing is easier to handle because steel studs weigh 1/3rd less than wood studs. (TRUE/FALSE)

TRUE

[STEEL WALL] Cold formed steel framing is sheet steel that is formed into shapes & sizes that are similar to what builders are accustomed to seeing in dimensional lumber. (TRUE/FALSE)

TRUE

[WOOD STRUCTURAL PANEL] Wood structural panels 15/32'' thick are to be used as sub-floor sheathing & are to be covered with 3/4'' wood finish flooring installed at right angles to the joists. What is the maximum allowable span of the wood structural panels if the span rating of the panels is 32/16? a. 0'', the panels may not be used as sub-floor sheathing. b. 16'' c. 20'' d. 24''

d. 24'' | [IRC TABLE R503.2.1.1(1)]

[WOOD STRUCTURAL PANEL] Where wood structural panels are used for required draft stops, in concealed floor/ceiling assemblies, what is the minimum thickness mandated? a. 5/16'' b. 3/8'' c. 15/32'' d. 23/32''

b. 3/8''

[WOOD STRUCTURAL PANEL] All wood structural panels, when designed to be permanently exposed in outdoor applications, shall be of an exterior exposure durability. (TRUE/FALSE)

TRUE | [IRC R604.3]

[CONVENTIONAL CONCRETE] Concrete slab-on-ground floors shall be a minimum ___ thick. a. 3'' b. 3 1/2'' c. 4'' d. 5''

b. 3 1/2'' | [IRC R506.1]

[CONVENTIONAL CONCRETE] Concrete slab reinforcement shall be supported to remain in place from the center to upper ___ of the slab for the duration of the concrete placement. a. 1/3rd b. 1/4th c. 3/4th d. 1'

a. 1/3rd | [IRC R506.2.4]

[CONVENTIONAL CONCRETE] Brick, stone or concrete walls may suffer deterioration of the masonry units themselves, this often appears as spalling. (TRUE/FALSE)

TRUE

[SCENARIO #1] [TEST QUESTION] When looking at cracks, there are 8 questions you should ask yourself as a general approach. What are 4 of these questions? a. What kind of floor is it? What has moved? Which way has it moved? How far? b. What kind of wall is it? When did it move? Which way has it moved? How far? c. What kind of wall is it? What has moved? Which way has it moved? How far? d. What kind of floor is it? What has moved? Why has it moved? How fast?

c. What kind of wall is it? What has moved? Which way has it moved? How far?

[SCENARIO #2] You see large metal plates or stars on the outside of the masonry walls at the top of the 1st floor level of an older 2-story building. Why are these here? a. These are typically tying the roofs into the building & have been added as a result of lack of lateral support. b. These are typically tying the walls into the ceiling & have been added as a result of lack of lateral support. c. These are typically tying the chimney into the building & have been added as a result of lack of downward support. d. These are typically tying the walls into the building & have been added as a result of lack of lateral support.

d. These are typically tying the walls into the building & have been added as a result of lack of lateral support.

[TEST QUESTION] Offset walls supporting floor loads above: a. can cause a floor to sag near the wall b. are not permitted c. cannot be offset by more than 3' from their support below d. are unlimited in location as long as they are perpendicular to the joists below.

a. can cause a floor to sag near the wall [Principles of Home Inspection, Systems & Standards, 3rd ed, pg. 337-338] [Quizlet-Offset load-bearing walls may result in a floor sagging near the wall because the load is not transferred directly to the bearing wall or beam below.]

[TEST QUESTION] The masonry veneer is a _______ part of the structure? a. loadbearing b. structural c. non-loadbearing d. beautiful

c. non-loadbearing | [Principles of Home Inspection, Systems & Standards, 3rd ed, pg. 342]

[TEST QUESTION] Briefly describe the functions of Arches & Headers. a. Arches & Headers transfer LIVE & LIVE loads ABOVE around OPENINGS. b. Arches & Headers transfer DEAD & LIVE loads ABOVE around OPENINGS. c. Arches & Headers transfer DEAD & LIVE loads BELOW around OPENINGS. d. Arches & Headers transfer LIVE & LIVE loads ABOVE around FOUNDATIONS.

b. Arches & Headers transfer DEAD & LIVE loads ABOVE around OPENINGS. [Principles of Home Inspection, Systems & Standards, 3rd ed, pg. 344]

[TEST QUESTION] End bearing for headers in wood frame walls should be a least _____. a. 1 1/2'' b. 2'' c. 4'' d. 4''

a. 1 1/2'' [Principles of Home Inspection, Systems & Standards, 3rd ed, pg. 344]

[TEST QUESTION] What materials are used for arches? a. Arches are often the same material as the FLOORS & may be stone, brick or concrete. b. Arches are often the same material as the ATTIC & may be stone, brick or concrete. c. Arches are often the same material as the CEILINGS & may be stone, brick or concrete. d. Arches are often the same material as the WALLS & may be stone, brick or concrete.

d. Arches are often the same material as the WALLS & may be stone, brick or concrete. [Principles of Home Inspection, Systems & Standards, 3rd ed, pg. 344]

[TEST QUESTION] This mixture is placed in forms in ____ thick layers which are compacted into ____ thick layers. a. 5'', 8'' b. 8'', 5'' c. 5'', 5'' d. 8'', 8''

b. 8'', 5'' (Rammed Earth) [CSRE, Book-3, Pg. 98]

[TEST QUESTION] Earth is mixed with ____ cement. a. 8% b. 5% c. 6% d. 3%

d. 3% (Rammed Earth) [CSRE, Book-3, Pg. 98]

[TEST QUESTION] The maximum width of a Type-II Handrail above the recess shall be ____. a. 1 1/2'' b. 2'' c. 2 5/8'' d. 2 3/4''

d. 2 3/4'' | [IRC R311.7.8.3]

[TEST QUESTION] Handrails shall be provided on at least one side of a stairway having a minimum of ___ risers. a. 2 b. 3 c. 4 d. 5

c. 4 | [IRC R311.7.8]

[TEST QUESTION] The minimum width of a hallway shall be _____. a. 32'' b. 36'' c. 42'' d. 44''

b. 36'' | [IRC R311.6]

[TEST QUESTION] Where located less than 5' (60'') above the walking surface, glazing a wall enclosing an indoor hot tub shall be considered to be installed in a hazardous location unless the glazing is a minimum of ____ horizontally from the water's edge. a. 3' b. 4' c. 5' d. 10'

c. 5' (60'') | [IRC R308.4.5]

[TEST QUESTION] Sloped glazing is glass or other glazing material installed at a minimum slope of ___. a. 15-degrees from vertical b. 30-degrees from vertical c. 15-degrees from horizontal d. 30-degrees from horizontal

a. 15-degrees from vertical | [IRC R308.6.1]

[TEST QUESTION] Curbs are not required for skylights installed on roof having a minimum slope of ____. a. 2:12 b. 3:12 c. 4:12 d. 5:12

b. 3:12 | [IRC R308.6.8]

[TEST QUESTION] Other than in a kitchen, what is the minimum permitted horizontal dimension of any habitable room? a. 6'8'' b. 7'0'' c. 7'6'' d. 8'0''

b. 7'0'' | [IRC R304.3]

[TEST QUESTION] ICF stands for? a. Insulating Concrete Factory b. Insert Concrete Forms c. Insulating Concrete Forms d. Insulating Combined Forms

c. Insulating Concrete Forms

[TEST QUESTION] Which single wall is most likely to contain both an arch & a lintel? a. Solid brick b. Solid stone c. Wood frame d. Wood frame brick veneer

a. Solid brick [Principles of Home Inspection, Systems & Standards, 3rd ed, pg. 327]

[TEST QUESTION] Solid masonry walls typically need: a. Vented rain screens b. Wide soffits c. Foundations & Footings d. Buttresses

c. Foundations & Footings [Principles of Home Inspection, Systems & Standards, 3rd ed, pg. 327]

[TEST QUESTION] Solid masonry walls typically need all of these EXCEPT: a. A way to hold the wythes together b. Arches or Lintels over openings c. Lateral support d. Spalling

d. Spalling

[TEST QUESTION] Name one engineered wood product that may replace conventional joists. a. Decking b. Ply c. Wood I-Joists d. Unlaminated Veneer Lumber

c. Wood I-Joists [Principles of Home Inspection, Systems & Standards, 3rd ed, pg. 308]

[TEST QUESTION] Plywood roof sheathing, typically in _____ sheets is common & thickness range from 3/8'' to 3/4''. a. 3' X 3' b. 2' X 4' c. 4' X 4' d. 4' X 8'

d. 4' X 8' [Principles of Home Inspection, Systems & Standards, 3rd ed, pg. 363]

[TEST QUESTION] At the top & bottom edges of sheathing, support may be provided by ___ clips. a. Y b. W c. H d. S

c. H | [Principles of Home Inspection, Systems & Standards, 3rd ed, pg. 365]

[TEST QUESTION] Wood siding should be: a. at least 2'' above grade b. at least 6'' above grade c. at least 8'' above grade d. at least 12'' above grade

b. at least 6'' above grade | [IRC R317.1(5)]

[TEST QUESTION] Wood deterioration is typically discovered during a home inspection by: a. probing with an awl or similar tool b. visual observation c. tapping with a hammer d. BOTH (a) & (b)

d. BOTH (a) & (b) | a. probing with an awl or similar tool b. visual observation Best answer-Quizlet

[TEST QUESTION] What are 2 functions of walls? a. Transferring live & dead loads to the flooring or foundation system, Accommodate thermal insulation b. Cause racking, Support interior & exterior finishes c. Hide electrical & mechanical systems, Accommodate people d. Provide sound, Provide privacy

a. Transferring live & dead loads to the flooring or foundation system, Accommodate thermal insulation (Best answer)(Quizlet) [Principles of Home Inspection, Systems & Standards, 3rd ed, pg. 443]