Alain's Test - Green Clip Flashcards by Bryden Stewart

A carpenter weights 195 pounds. their tools weigh 150 lbs and the material weighs 290 lbs. The total weight that a job-built scaffold must support is:

a) 635 lbs
b) 1270 lbs
c) 1905 lbs
d) 2540 lbs

d) 2540 lbs

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The proper procedure for insuring the accuracy of reference lines required for a floor tile application is to:

a) locate centre of floor from the short wall, snap line, then 3, 4, 5
b) snap diagonal lines from the corners fo the floor, then lay out lines with a straight edge
c) measure in from the centre of the door opening then lay out lines with a framing square
d) determine centre of floor from the long wall, snap line, then 3, 4, 5

d) determine centre of floor from the long wall, snap line, then 3, 4, 5

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When performing “tilt-up” wall construction procedures, to counteract the shifting of the centre of gravity (created by large openings at one end of the it is of Utmost importance to:

a) add additional reinforcement at the stress points of the wall openings
b) provide randomly spaced lifting inserts for the tilt-up wall panel
c) attach tag-lines to the open end of the tilt-up wall panel
d) provide engineered spacing of the lifting inserts for the tilt-up wall panel

d) provide engineered spacing of the lifting inserts for the tilt-up wall panel

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When framing floor openings that require double headers at each end, the LAST? member to be placed in the framing assembly is the:

a) inside header
b) tail joists
c) outside trimmer
d) outside header

c) outside trimmer

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A man basket weighs 475 lbs, a carpenter weighs 210 lbs, tools weight 195 lbs. With a 10:1 ratio a cable must be able to support:

a) 2100 lbs
b) 4050 lbs
c) 6850 lbs
d) 8800 lbs

d) 8800 lbs

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The proper procedure for laying out a door knob when a template is not provided is to:
a) line up the faceplate with the edge of the door and locate a pencil mark through the hole provided in the latch unit

b) set a combination square for 1/2 the door thickness, mark the edge, reset the combination square for the required backset, mark the face
c) use a pocket tape to mark both the edge and the face of the door
d) build a template out of 1/4 inch thick material and mark the required layout

b) set a combination square for 1/2 the door thickness, mark the edge, reset the combination square for the required backset, mark the face

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The National Building Code states that the minimum snow load that must be considered for a building that measures 5 m wide (being constructed in Churchill, Manitoba) will be:

a) 1.3 kPa
b) 1.5 kPa
c) 1.56 kPa
d) 1.76 kPa

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In order to rectify a “binding” door hinge you would:

a) straighten the pin in a bench vise
b) place shims between the hinge leaf and the gain toward the butt side of the hinge
c) give it a blow with the hammer
d) place shims between the hinge leaf and the gain toward the knuckle side of the hinge

d) place shims between the hinge leaf and the gain toward the knuckle side of the hinge

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Timber framework transverse to the length of a structure usually designed to carry lateral as well as vertical loads is commonly referred to as a:

a) bent
b) T-shore
c) abutment
d) inverted U-shore

a) bent

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When stripping the formwork from the underside of a suspended concrete floor slab, the first operation is to:

a) loosen the screw-jackets
b) remove the U-heads
c) lower the stringers
d) release the wedges

a) loosen the screw-jackets

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When performing a through boring operation on a piece of finished stock the correct procedure to follow is to:

a) bore a pilot hole first, then bore the through hole
b) bore from one side then the other
c) bore a clearance hole on both sides, then bore the through hole
d) bore a countersink hole on one side, then bore the through hole from the other side

b) bore from one side then the other

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Specifications call for 12” x 12” acoustical ceiling tile to be applied to a ceiling that measures 14’ - 3” x 18’ - 5”

The size of the border tile will measure:
a) 6 1/4 “ x 7 1/4 “

b) 7 1/4 “ x 8 1/4 “
c) 7 1/2 “ x 8 1/2 “
d) 8 1/2 “ x 9 1/4 “

c) 7 1/2 “ x 8 1/2 “

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When pouring concrete in a concrete stair form, deflection of the middle of the stair form can be stopped by:

a) adding diagonal reinforcement to the apron of the stair
b) installing bracing to the sides of the stair form
c) slowing down the rate of pour
d) adding an inverted stair horse to the centre of the stair form

d) adding an inverted stair horse to the centre of the stair form

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In order to provide safe access to a work surface located 12’ - 0” vertically from the base of the structure, the minimum length of the ladder required will be:

a) 13’-0”
b) 14’-0”
c) 15’-0”
d) 16’-0”

d) 16’-0”

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Specifications call for 1” x 2” nominal strapping to be applied 24” o/c horizontally to a wall that measures 8’-0” high and 32’-0” long.
The amount of strapping required will be:

a) 96 lin ft
b) 128 lin ft
c) 160 lin ft
d) 192 lin ft

c) 160 lin ft

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The type of sheathing insulation that will provide the best R-value is:

a) fibre-glass rigid
b) polystyrene rigid
c) urethane rigid
d) polyurethane rigid

d) polyurethane rigid

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When laying out the seat cut for a valley rafter on an unequal pitch roof, use:

a) L.P.F.R. of Hip or Valley & 12”, mark on 12”
b) Total Rise & Total Run, mark on total run
c) L.P.F.R. of Hip or Valley & unit rise, mark on unit rise
d) Total Rise & Total Run, mark on Total Rise

b) Total Rise & Total Run, mark on total run

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In order to form an isolation joint between a column and a slab, the best material to use would be:

a) polyethylene
b) plywood
c) bituminous board
d) tar paper

c) bituminous board

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The part of a wooden pile that prevents belling of the top of the pile while it is being driven is the:

a) pile shoe
b) pile ring
c) pile cap
d) pile casing

b) pile ring

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A cabinet door which allows only half of the space to be accessed at one time is a:

a) flush door
b) sliding door
c) overlay door
d) lipped door

b) sliding door

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The proper installation of vinyl siding calls for:

a) tight fitting end joints and large head nails driven home
b) gaps at end joints and large head nails not driven home
c) tight fitting end joints and adhesive and nails in alternate courses
d) gaps at end joints and large head nails driven home

b) gaps at end joints and large head nails not driven home

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The National Building Code states that the projection of a handrail installation required width of a stairway shall be no more than:

a) 25 mm
b) 50 mm
c) 75 mm
d) 100 mm

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d) 100mm

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The National Building Code states that the minimum length of landing exterior stairs is:

a) 600 mm
b) 900 mm
c) 1070 mm
d) 1100 mm

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b) 900 mm

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The National Building Code states that non-bearing walls parallel to the floor joists should be supported by joists beneath the wall or on blocking between the joists.

Such blocking shall be not less than:

a) 19 mm x 39 mm lumber, spaced not more than 0.6 M apart
b) 38 mm x 89 mm lumber, spaced not more than 1.2 M apart
c) 38 mm x 184 mm lumber, spaced not more than 2.4 M apart
d) 38 mm x 235 mm lumber, spaced not more than 4.8 M apart

b) 38 mm x 89 mm lumber, spaced not more than 1.2 M apart

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The first step in setting a metal door frame in a masonry wall opening is to: a) level the head jamb b) plumb the lock side jamb c) check the diagonals d) plumb the hinge side jamb

a) level the head jamb

The best method of preventing a fireplace mantle from cupping in time is: a) priming b) kerfing c) pressure treatment d) scoring

b) kerfing

In order to prevent base cabinet doors from "Racking" and "Sagging", shims should be provided: a) at high spots in the floor b) between the face-frame and the hinges c) at low spots in the floor d) between the counter-top and the gables

c) at low spots in the floor

When performing a window installation, the first step in setting the window is: a) squaring the sash b) plumbing the side jambs c) shimming the head jamb d) levelling the sill

d) levelling the sill

The ceiling of a room measuring 6'-8" x 12'-0" has 2" x 8" joists spaced 16" o/c running the width of the room, with 3/4" x 1 1/2 strapping spaced 16" o/c the length of the room. 1/2" x 4' x 8' gypsum board panels (installed with their long dimension parallel to the joists) are specified as the ceiling finish. The number of pieces of strapping required to provide continuous support for the edges of the gypsum panels will be: a) 10 b) 15 c) 20 d) 25

a) 10

Windows in a 100M long concrete foundation wall are located 25M from each end and every 25M o/c. Each window has a vertical control joint located in the centre of the window's width. In order to meet minimum requirements as set out in the National Building Code, the total number of control joints needed for the wall will be: a) 4 b) 5 c) 6 d) 7

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A 35M long driveway is to be provided with a 4% slope. If the elevation at the curb is 2.75M, the elevation at the upper end of the driveway will be: a) 4.05M b) 4.15 M c) 4.51 M d) 4.52 M

b) 4.15 M

The National Building Code states that the distance of a smoke alarm from a bedroom, measured following corridors and doorways, shall not exceed: a) 5M b) 10M c) 15M d) 25M

look up answer in code book a) 5M

Of the following wood species, the one that is classed as "open grained" is: a) Douglas Fir b) "Long leaf" yellow pine c) Spruce d) Oak

d) Oak

The proper procedure for placing concrete in a stair form is to: a) start at the top of the form and fill downwards b) start at the bottom of the form and fill upwards c) start int he middle and fill both ways d) spread a thin layer over the form soffit then fill from top to bottom

a) start at the top of the form and fill downwards

The metal reinforcing in concrete stair forms should be placed: a) in the upper part of the "effective depth" b) as close to the tread surface as possible c) in the lower part of the "effective depth" d) in the most convenient place to simplify concrete placement

b) as close to the tread surface as possible

A 2'-6" x 6'-8" exterior door is to be hung with three hinges. The top hinge is to be located at 6" from the top of the door to the top of the hinge, the bottom hinge is to be located at 10" from the bottom of the door to the bottom of the hinge and the intermediate hinge is to be centered between the top and bottom hinge. Measuring from the top of the door, the distance to the centre of the intermediate hinge will be: a) 32" b) 34" c) 36" d) 38"

d) 38"

The first fitting operation in trimming a window is to: a) cut the side casings to length and miter the top ends b) cut the apron to length and return the ends c) cut the head casing to length and miter each end d) scribe and cut the stool to fit

d) scribe and cut the stool to fit

The National Building Code states that when ribbon boards are used, they shall be let into the studs and shall be not less than: a) 19 mm x 19 mm lumber b) 19 mm x 89 mm lumber c) 38 mm x 89 mm lumber d) 38 mm x 140 mm lumber

b) 19 mm x 89 mm lumber

The fist step in the order of operations when laying out a template for bolts is to: a) determine the diameter of the bolts b) lay-out the centrelines of the template c) determine the distance between bolts d) lay-out the centrelines of the bolts

b) lay-out the centrelines of the template

When a job-site situation requires that a miter be cut in a counter top that contains no backsplash the best method to use would be to: a) place the counter-top on edge and cut with a fine tooth handsaw b) place the counter-top upside down, with the use of a straight edge, cut with a portable electric circular saw c) place the counter top right side up and with the use of a job built template, make several passes with a router d) place the counter top on end, snap a chalk line and cut with a saber saw

c) place the counter top right side up and with the use of a job built template, make several passes with a router

When fitting a door which is 1/4" too big in both width and height into an existing jamb assembly, the proper procedure to follow is: a) saw both top and bottom and plane both edges b) saw the bottom only and plane one edge c) saw both top and bottom and both edges d) saw the top only and plane one edge

b) saw the bottom only and plane one edge

Where required by the National Building Code, doors shall be provided with a deadbolt lock with a cylinder having no fewer than: a) 2 pins and a bolt throw of not less than 1/2" b) 3 pins and a bolt throw of not less than 3/4" c) 4 pins and a bolt throw of not less than 1" d) 5 pins and a bolt throw of not less than 1"

d) 5 pins and a bolt throw of not less than 1"

The miter angle that would be cut on the ends of the bottom wall plates for a gazebo incorporating the shape of pentagon will be: a) 36° b) 45° c) 54° d) 67.5°

c) 54°

The National Building Code states than when ribbon boards are used, they shall be let into the studs and shall be not less than: a) 19 mm x 19 mm lumber b) 19 mm x 89 mm lumber c) 38 mm x 89 mm lumber d) 38 mm x 140 mm lumber

b) 19 mm x 89 mm lumber

The first step in the order of operations when laying out a template for bolts is to: a) determine the diameter of the bolts b) lay-out the centrelines of the template c) determine the distance between bolts d) lay-out the centrelines of the bolts

b) lay-out the centrelines of the template

When a job-site situation requires that a miter be cut in a counter-top that contains no backsplash, the best method to use would be to: a) place the counter-top on edge and cut with a fine tooth handsaw b) place the counter-top upside down, with the use of a straight edge, cut with a portable electric circular saw c) place the counter-top right side up, with the use of a job-built template, make several passes with a router d) place the counter-top on end, snap a chalk line and cut with a sober saw

c) place the counter-top right side up, with the use of a job-built template, make several passes with a router

When the application of 1" x 6" nominal T&G finished flooring is specified to run lengthwise in a room measuring 11'-11" x 18'-6" the total lineal feet of finished flooring required will be: a) 481 b) 500 c) 518 d) 537

a) 481

After adding mass to the wall, balance between the wall and the counter-weight can be maintained by: a) enlarging the base of the fulcrum b) moving the fulcrum toward the counter-weight c) positioning the fulcrum at either end of the needle beam d) moving the fulcrum toward the wall

d) moving the fulcrum toward the wall

A roof with a slope of 3:4 and a span of 26'-0" will have a hip rafter of line length of: a) 16'-3" b) 16'-6" c) 20'-9 3/4" d) 20'- 10 1/2"

c) 20'-9 3/4"

A roof with a 1/4 pitch and a span of 28'-0" will have a common rafter line length of: a) 15'-7 7/16" b) 15'-7 7/8" c) 16'-1 1/4" d) 16'-3 1/2"

b) 15'-7 7/8"

A collar tie is located 1'-8" down from the ridge on a roof with a 1/6th pitch. It's length will measure: a) 5'-0" b) 10'-0" c) 15'-0" d) 20'-0"

b) 10'-0"

When excavating directly adjacent to and lower than the foundation of an existing building, permanent support for the foundation fo the existing building can be provided by means of: a) shoring b) underpinning c) tiebacks d) needling

b) underpinning

The national building code states that where panel-type underlay is required to be installed over plywood, OSB or waterboard, the minimum offset between the joints in the underlay and the joints in the underlying subfloor shall be not less than: a) 100 mm b) 200 mm c) 300 mm d) 400 mm

b) 200 mm

When it becomes necessary to level off a horizontal lift of concrete between pours, assistance for levelling is provided by means of a: a) key strip b) grade strip c) furring strip d) rustication strip

b) grade strip

Reinforcing steel for square or rectangular columns is normally placed before setting the: a) first side form b) second side form c) third side form d) fourth side form

a) first side form

When performing a slump test, the correct placement and proper consolidation of concrete placed in the slump concentrate can be described as: a) the conc is filled immediately to the top and rodded 12 times with a piece of 1/2" rebar 24" long b) the conc is filled in 2 equal layers, each layer rodded 10 times with a 2" x 2" stake 12" long c) the conc is filled in 3 equal layers, each layer rodded 25 times with a 5/8" diameter, bullet-nosed rod 24" long d) the conc is filled in 4 equal layers, each layer rodded 24 times with a 3/8" diameter, bull-nosed rod 28" long

c) the conc is filled in 3 equal layers, each layer rodded 25 times with a 5/8" diameter, bullet-nosed rod 24" long

Concrete is placed in 6" diameter by 12" high nonabsorbent cylindrical molds when collecting specimens for a: a) flexural strength test b) compression test c) modulus of rupture test d) consistency test

b) compression test

The vertical distance between walers from the bottom edge of a wall form is 8" when using the single waler system, and when using the double waler system the vertical distance is increased to a maximum of: a) 12" b) 16" c) 20" d) 24"

a) 12"

When a flight of stairs has a tread rise of 7 3/4", a tread run of 10 1/4", and a total rise of 8'-4 3/4", it's total run will measure: a) 10'-2" b) 10'-3" c) 10'-4" d) 10'-5"

b) 10'-3"

When cutting square corner pieces out of gypsum board panels, the acceptable procedure to follow is: a) score both faces with a utility knife until the corner breaks off b) saw one line and score the other with a utility knife c) score both sides and strike with a hammer handle d) cut out with the cutting edge of a drywall hammer

b) saw one line and score the other with a utility knife

When a gable roof has a 1/3 pitch and a gable stud spacing of 16" o/c starting from the corner of the buildings gable stud located two and one half spaces away from the corner will have a line length of: a) 1' - 1 5/16" b) 1' - 9 3/8" c) 2' - 0 1/2" d) 2' - 2 5/8"

d) 2' - 2 5/8"

When constructing formwork for a cast-in-place concrete lintel, the first order of operations is to: a) install and tie reinforcing bars b) cut and install shoring c) build and place side forms d) insert and snug up wedges

b) cut and install shoring

When locating and cutting openings for electrical wall outlets in pre-finished plywood wall panelling, an acceptable procedure to follow after a cake of chalk has been rubbed on the edges of the electrical box is to: a) fit the panel, fasten it and cut from the good side b) measure from all edges, transfer marks and cut and fit c) locate centre of electrical box, drill hole in panel, then cut and fit d) fit the panel, transfer marks, remove panel and cut from poor side

d) fit the panel, transfer marks, remove panel and cut from poor side

A boardroom wall measuring 29'-4" in length is to be finished with the application of 4'-0" x 8'-0" architectural grade wood paneling placed vertically. Specifications call for a balanced installation. The width of the two end panels will each measure: a) 30" b) 32" c) 34" d) 36"

b) 32"

When laying out the seat cut for a hip rafter on a roof with a 1:2 slope, use: a) 6 and 12, mark on 6 b) 6 and 12, mark on 12 c) 6 and 17, mark on 6 d) 6 and 17, mark on 17

d) 6 and 17, mark on 17

When framing up a boxed cornice, the standard order of operations generally used are: a) soffit first, then lookouts, then ledger strip b) ledger strip first, then lookouts, then soffit c) fascia first, then ledger strip, then lookouts, then soffit d) lookouts first, then fascia, then soffit then ledger strip

c) fascia first, then ledger strip, then lookouts, then soffit

The national building code states that in gypsum board application, where the ceiling sheets are supported by the wall sheets around the perimeter of the ceiling, this support: a) will require single nailing at this location b) may be considered as equivalent to nailing at this location c) will require drywall clips at this location d) may require extra taping at this location

b) may be considered as equivalent to nailing at this location

On a roof with a slope of 1:2 and a span of 26'-0", then length "per" foot run of the hip rafter will be: a) 17.99" b) 18.00" c) 18.03" d) 19.21"

a) 17.99"

A circle has diameter of 7200 mm What is the number of square meters of plywood required for sheathing? a) 22 b) 23 c) 40 d) 41

d) 41

The reason for the recess on the underside of better quality door casing is that: a) it prevents cupping of the casing due to shrinkage b) it allows casing to come up tight on both wall and jamb c) it decreases sound transmission between rooms d) it allows for more insulation between jamb and framing

b) it allows casing to come up tight on both wall and jamb

When stair handrails at landings change direction or height the handrail is fitted with a: a) volute b) turnout c) upeasing d) gooseneck

d) gooseneck

When exterior finish specifications call for 3" brick in conjunction with 1" thick rigid insulation, the distance that the sill will be placed inward from he edge of the foundation wall will be: a) 3" b) 4" c) 5" d) 6"

c) 5"

The national building code states that where a ceiling construction has a suspended ceiling with lay-in panels or tiles which contribute to the required fire-resistance rating, additional fire resistance shall be provided by means of: a) fire-retardant material sprayed on the ceiling grid b) type X gypsum board laid on top of panels or tiles c) hold-down clips d) heat sensor activated sprinkler system

c) hold-down clips

The national building code states that when edge supported plywood sheathing is applied to a roof not used as a walking deck, with a maximum support spacing of 600 mm, the minimum thickness of sheathing shall be: a) 7.5 mm b) 9.5 mm c) 12.5 mm d) 17 mm

d) 17 mm

The preferred method of producing the strongest structural floor is usually accomplished by means of: a) cross bridging every 4 feet in the jots span with sub floor b) sub floor panels installed with the long dimension perpendicular to floor joists and end joints staggered c) cross bridging and blocking every 4 feet in the joist span with sub-floor panels installed with the long dimension parallel to joists d) sub-floor panels installed with the long dimension parallel to floor joists and uniform end joints

b) sub floor panels installed with the long dimension perpendicular to floor joists and end joints staggered

The national building code states that when applying sub-flooring using 19 mm OSB, O-1 Grade sheathing, the maximum spacing of floor joists shall be not more than: a) 300 mm b) 400 mm c) 500 mm d) 600 mm

d) 600 mm

The national building code states that fasteners for runners of exterior metal framed walls shall be spaced at intervals of not more than: a) 200 mm b) 300 mm c) 400 mm d) 600 mm

b) 300 mm

When installing a window in an exterior metal framed wall, the window should be fastened to the wall with: a) nails b) adhesive c) bolts d) screws

d) screws

The national building code states that the extension of chimney liners above the chimney cap shall be not less than: a) 25 mm b) 50 mm c) 75 mm d) 100 mm

b) 50 mm

Before using a table saw, always check for a) cleanliness of the floor and surrounding area b) adequate lighting and cut collection c) proper clearances and blade condition d) excessive noise levels and distractions

c) proper clearances and blade condition

When performing a ceramic tile application, it is usually best to install tile on the: a) end walls first b) top edge first c) back wall first d) bottom edge first

d) bottom edge first

In a parquet floor installation, proper alignment is determined by: a) starting the installation from an end wall b) working from centre lines located on the floor c) starting the installation from a side wall d) working from doorways and openings in the floor

b) working from centre lines located on the floor

The primary purpose of applying caulking between the bottom plate of an interior partition and the subfloor is to: a) reduce water leakage b) eliminate squeaking c) improve airtightness d) decrease sound transmission

d) decrease sound transmission

The number of 24" x 48" ceiling panels required for a room measuring 16'-0" x 18'-0" will be: a) 35 b) 36 c) 37 d) 38

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The hand signal shown tells the crane operator to: a) boom up and lower the load b) boom up c) boom down and raise the load d) boom down

b) boom up

When rigging material or equipment a "snatch Block" is used: a) when there is no provision for a tag line b) when necessary to change the line pull direction c) when chain is used instead of rope or cable d) when snatching multiple pieces of material or equipment

b) when necessary to change the line pull direction

When installing large units of insulated glass in window frames, the max number and proper placement of neoprene setting blocks is: a) 2 only, at each corner of the lower edge of the unit b) 2 only, at quarter points along the lower edge c) 4 only, at each corner of the unit d) 4 only, at quarter points along the lower edge

d) 4 only, at quarter points along the lower edge

When applying rubber weather stripping to an aluminum door frame, the strips should be cut: a) the protect three sides only b) slightly shorter than the aluminum frame c) with miter and scarf joints at all connections d) slightly longer than the aluminum frame

d) slightly longer than the aluminum frame

The national building code states that joints in adjacent courses of wood roof shakes shall be offset by an amount equal to not less than: a) 19 mm b) 25 mm c) 40 mm d) 50 mm

c) 40 mm

The best way to get air movement under wood shingles or shakes is to: a) install ventilation baffles at the peak of the roof b) provide roof turbines every 12'-0" of roof length c) employ spaced sheathing under the shingles or shakes d) allow 1/4" gaps between sheathing panels

c) employ spaced sheathing under the shingles or shakes

The national building code states that when applying asphalt shingles, a starter strip shall be installed along the lower edge of the roof, and extend beyond the eaves by at least: a) 6 mm b) 12 mm c) 19 mm d) 25 mm

b) 12 mm

In roof framing, the term "Projection" refers to: a) the inclined distance that a rafter extends beyond the wall pate b) the height of the top edge of a rafter above the wall plate c) the horizontal distance that a rafter extends beyond the wall plate d) the amount that a water rests on the wall plate

c) the horizontal distance that a rafter extends beyond the wall plate

A common rafter and a hip rafter have line lengths of 14'-2 3/4" and 19'-7 7/16" respectively. Measuring from the corner of the building, the first common rafter will be located at: a) 13'-3" b) 13'-4" c) 13'-5" d) 13'-6"

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A gable roof has a 1:2 slope with a span of 26'-0". The unit run will be: a) 6" b) 12" c) 17" d) 24"

b) 12"