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1
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START OF WEEK 3
Zoning is when privately owned property is divided into different areas according to the specified:

a. land use
b. building code
c. building type

A

Land use

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What is the document that the local building official issues which states the building is habitable?

Select one:

a. Notice of intent to occupy
b. Zoning Ordinance
c. Certificate of Occupancy
d. Habitability License
e. Building Permit

A

c. Certificate of Occupancy Correct

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3
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What is the building code that applies to residential construction?

Select one:

a. International Building Code
b. Uniform Building Code
c. International Residential Code
d. International Code Council

A

c. International Residential Code Correct

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4
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The following building types are considered residential construction covered by the International Residential Code

Select one or more:

a. Multifamily residential
b. Detached single family homes
c. Townhouses
d. Detached two family homes
e. Apartment buildings

A

b. Detached single family homes Correct
c. Townhouses Correct
d. Detached two family homes Correct

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5
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In terms of zoning, front yard, rear yard and side yards are all examples of:
Select one:
a. Setbacks 
b. Lawns
c. Topography
d. Vacant land
e. Lot area
A

a. Setbacks Correct

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6
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Which of the following are variable to consider when determining construction costs?
Select one or more:
a. Solar orientation 
b. Views 
c. Size of home 
d. Availability of labor 
e. Site location
A

c. Size of home Correct
d. Availability of labor Correct
e. Site location Correct

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The relative flatness or slope of a site is called it’s topography.

Select one:
True
False

A

True Correct

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Impervious surface is an area that does not allow water to penetrate the ground.

Select one:
True
False

A

True Correct

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9
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END OF WEEK 3 QUIZ
New construction is less expensive than purchasing an existing home.

Select one:
True
False

A

False Correct

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10
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START OF WEEK 4 QUIZ
According to the IRC what is the minimum width of a hallway/corridor in a residential dwelling.

Select one:

a. 3’-0”
b. 3’-6”
c. 24”
d. 48”

A

a. 3’-0” Correct

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What is the architects responsibility during the Contract Administration phase of a residential project?

Select one:

a. Deny the contractor the ability to substitute reasonable alternatives to the construction documents.
b. Ensure the contractor builds the project as specified in the construction documents and & specifications
c. Help the contractor find cheaper alternatives to the products listed in the specifications

A

b. Ensure the contractor builds the project as specified in the construction documents and & specifications Correct

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12
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Which activity is not included in the pre-contract client meeting phase?

Select one:

a. Defining the project
b. Budget
c. Preparation of detailed construction drawings
d. Selection of consultants

A

c. Preparation of detailed construction drawings Correct

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13
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The kitchen work triangle connects which three functional areas of a kitchen?

Select one or more:

a. Bathroom
b. Sink
c. Pantry
d. Refrigerator
e. Range

A

b. Sink Correct
d. Refrigerator Correct
e. Range Correct

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14
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Private spaces such as bedrooms and master bathrooms should be located where, in relation to more public spaces such as entries and living areas?

Select one:

a. across the hallway from
b. Far away from
c. As close as possible
d. adjacent

A

b. Far away from Correct

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15
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Construction Documents and Specifications (The CD’s) are legally binding documents.

Select one:
True
False

A

True Correct

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16
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END OF WEEK 4 QUIZ
Defining the project and it’s scope is part of the Schematic Design Phase.

Select one:
True
False

A

False Correct

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17
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START OF WEEK 5 QUIZ
Strip footings that change levels in stages to accommodate a sloping grade are called:

Select one:

a. Cantilever Footing
b. Isolated Footing
c. Strap Footing
d. Stepped Footing

A

d. Stepped Footing Correct

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18
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Which items below can be categorized as a dead load?

Select one or more:

a. Floor Joists
b. HVAC Equipment
c. Furniture
d. People
e. Foundation walls

A

a. Floor Joists Correct
b. HVAC Equipment Correct
e. Foundation walls Correct

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19
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The uplift of water-saturated soil due to expansion from freezing that can displace a buildings foundation is called:

Select one:

a. Ice damming
b. Soil displacement
c. Frost heave
d. Settling

A

c. Frost heave Correct

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20
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What is the building element that is placed directly beneath a concrete slab in order to prevent moisture from being absorbed into the slab?

Select one:

a. Vapor Retarder
b. Welded Wire Fabric
c. Rebar
d. Moisture Barrier

A

d. Moisture Barrier

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21
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The joints that create lines of weakness so that the cracking that may result occurs along predetermined lines are called:

Select one:

a. Isolation Joints
b. Expansion Joints
c. Construction Joints
d. Control Joints

A

d. Control Joints

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22
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A properly designed and constructed foundation system should distribute its loads so that whatever settlement occurs is minimal or is uniformly distributed under all portions of the structure.

Select one:
True
False

A

True Correct

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23
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Concrete is strong in _____ but weak in ____.

A

Concrete is strong in compression but weak in tension

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24
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Footings must be placed below:

Select one:

a. 1’-0”
b. 3’-0”
c. grade
d. the frost line

A

d. the frost line Correct

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25
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Foundation walls must be tied to the footing with dowels or a key-way?

Select one:
True
False

A

True Correct

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26
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END OF WEEK 5 QUIZ
Positive anchorage of the sill plate to the foundation wall is not required by the International Residential Code

Select one:
True
False

A

False Correct

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27
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START OF WEEK 6 QUIZ
Match the name of the built up beam to it’s description.

  1. Timbers set on edge and bolted side by side to steel plates.
  2. Made by gluing two or more plywood or OSB webs to sawn or LVL flanges.
A
  1. Flitch beam

2. Box beam

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28
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Match the type of engineered timber to it’s description.

  1. Made by laminating stress-grade lumber with adhesive under controlled conditions, usually with the grain of all plies being parallel.
  2. Made by bonding long, narrow wood strands together under heat and pressure using a waterproof adhesive.
A
  1. Glulam

2. Parallel Strand Lumber

29
Q

Which of the following is not suitable as a floor joist according to the IRC?

Select one:

a. 2x8
b. 2x6
c. 2x10
d. 2x12
e. 2x4

A

e. 2x4

30
Q

What are some of the advantages of an engineered I-Joist over conventional lumber

Select one or more:

a. Virtually no defects in the joists
b. Weather resistant
c. Inexpensive
d. Can span longer distances
e. Higher load capacity for similar joist depths

A

a. Virtually no defects in the joists Correct
d. Can span longer distances Correct
e. Higher load capacity for similar joist depths Correct

31
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What is a typical live load for a room (other than sleeping room) of a residence according to the IRC?

Select one:

a. 40 PSI
b. 40 PSF
c. 10 PSF
d. 30 PSF
e. 10 PSI

A

b. 40 PSF Correct

32
Q

Select the construction materials that can be used as sub-flooring in a wood floor system.

Select one or more:

a. Hardboard (Masonite)
b. Plywood
c. Gypsum Board
d. Particleboard
e. Oriented Strand Board (OSB)

A

b. Plywood Correct
d. Particleboard Correct
e. Oriented Strand Board (OSB) Correct

33
Q

What is the minimum bearing required for a wood joist?

Select one:

a. 1-1/2”
b. 1’
c. 3.5”
d. 6”
e. 1/4”

A

a. 1-1/2” Correct

34
Q

Balloon framing is the predominate form of light wood frame construction in use today

Select one:
True
False

A

False Correct

35
Q

END OF WEEK 6 QUIZ
Wood joists can rest directly on a supporting steal beam.

Select one:
True
False

A

False

36
Q

START OF WEEK 7 QUIZ
What is the nominal height in inches of a CMU?

Select one:

a. 8”
b. 7-5/8”
c. 10”
d. 16-5/8”
e. 6”

A

a. 8” Correct

37
Q

What is the minimum clearance between finish grade and wood construction according to the IRC?

Select one:

a. Not dictated by the IRC
b. 4”
c. 8”
d. 12”
e. 6”

A

e. 6” Correct

38
Q

What is the typical type of sheathing used on the exterior side of wood frame exterior wall?

Select one:

a. ½” XPS
b. ¼ ” Lauan plywood
c. 1/2” OSB
d. ½” Tyvek
e. ½” GDW

A

c. 1/2” OSB Correct

39
Q

END OF WEEK 7 QUIZ
Light gauge metal studs are fastened together with self drilling self tapping screws.

Select one:
True
False

A

True Correct

40
Q 
START OF WEEK 9  QUIZ
A rafter that does not extend from the roof ridge to the top plate of a bearing wall is called:
Select one:
a. Double trimmer rafter
b. Hip rafter
c. Valley rafter
d. Common rafter
e. Jack rafter
A

e. Jack rafter Correct

41
Q

A ridge board is a structural, load bearing member.

Select one:
True
False

A

False

42
Q 
The intersection of two roof surfaces toward which rainwater flows is called:
Select one:
a. Rake
b. Eave
c. Ridge
d. Hip
e. Valley
A

e. Valley

43
Q

What is not an advantage of prefabricated wood trusses?

Select one:

a. Quick to install
b. Pre-engineered
c. Difficult to install
d. Lightweight due to smaller members
e. Few defects due to shop fabrication

A

c. Difficult to install Correct

44
Q

I-joists and laminated veneer lumber may be used for constructing rafters.

Select one:
True
False

A

True Correct

45
Q

The edges of roof sheathing can be supported with which of the following:

Select one or more:

a. blocking
b. Tongue & groove joints
c. Panel clips
d. sheathing supports
e. Dowel joints

A

a. blocking Correct
b. Tongue & groove joints Correct
c. Panel clips Correct

46
Q

According to the IRC collar ties shall be placed in the bottom third portion of the roof structure.

Select one:
True
False

A

False Correct

47
Q

END OF WEEK 9 QUIZ
According to the IRC collar ties shall be placed in the bottom third portion of the roof structure.

Select one:
True
False

A

False Correct

48
Q

WEEK 10 QUIZ
Flashing generally operates on which two principles, for water to penetrate a joint?

Select one or more:

a. Negative pressure will keep the water out
b. Water must work itself upward against the force of gravity
c. Adhesives will seal the joint against water penetration
d. Caulk will prevent water from penetrating
e. Water would have to follow a tortuous path

A

b. Water must work itself upward against the force of gravity Correct
e. Water would have to follow a tortuous path Correct

49
Q

Which of the following locations does not require flashing?

Select one:

a. Where a roof meets a vertical wall
b. Where a vent pipe penetrates a roof
c. At the top of a window
d. At the eave of a roof
e. All of the locations listed require flashing.

A

e. All of the locations listed require flashing. Correct

50
Q

One square, in roofing terminology, is equal to what measurement?

Select one:

a. 100 S.F.
b. 10 S.F.
c. 50 S. F.
d. 1000 S.F.

A

a. 100 S.F. Correct

51
Q 
Which of the following roofing materials is split from a block of wood.
Select one:
a. Wood shakes 
b. Composite shingles
c. Slate shingles
d. Wood shingles
A

a. Wood shakes Correct

52
Q

Cedar is the primary material of wood shakes because it is naturally resistant to water, rot and sunlight.

Select one:
True
False

A

True Correct

53
Q

Rubber washers or gaskets are required on all mechanical fastenings which hold corrugated metal roof panels to the structure below.

Select one:
True
False

A

True Correct

54
Q

Low slope roofs have a pitch between 2:12 to 4:12.

Select one:
True
False

A

False

55
Q

END OF WEEK 10 QUIZ
When stucco is applied to a masonry or concrete base it is done in 3 separate layers.

Select one:
True
False

A

False Correct

56
Q

START OF WEEK 11 QUIZ

The R value is the______ of the U value.

A

Recriprocal

57
Q

The following insulating materials are typically placed inside the cavity of a wall

Select one or more:

a. Fiberglass batt insulation
b. Expanding spray polyurethane foam insulation
c. Loose fill cellulose insulation
d. Rigid foam insulation

A

a. Fiberglass batt insulation Correct
b. Expanding spray polyurethane foam insulation Correct
c. Loose fill cellulose insulation Correct

58
Q

Moisture in the form of vapor must be:

Select one or more:

a. Prevented from escape, by means of sealing , from enclosed spaces.
b. Prevented by vapor retarders from penetrating the enclosed spaces.
c. Allowed to escape, by means of ventilation from enclosed spaces.
d. Allowed to penetrate enclosed spaces.

A

b. Prevented by vapor retarders from penetrating the enclosed spaces. Correct
c. Allowed to escape, by means of ventilation from enclosed spaces. Correct

59
Q

The primary purpose of thermal insulation is:

Select one:

a. to control the flow or transfer of air through the exterior of a building
b. to keep the building surface from getting to hot
c. to keep snow from melting off a buildings roof
d. to control the flow or transfer of heat through the exterior of a building

A

d. to control the flow or transfer of heat through the exterior of a building Correct

60
Q

The R value of a material is

Select one:

a. the measure of it’s thermal resistance
b. the measure of it’s water vapor transmission
c. the measure of it’s air transfer
d. the measure of it’s thermal transmittance

A

a. the measure of it’s thermal resistance Correct

61
Q

Warm air has the ability to hold more moisture in the form of water vapor than cold air.

Select one:
True
False

A

True Correct

62
Q

Manufacturers who make an assembled product, e.g. a window unit, typically provide an R value for the entire assembly.

Select one:
True
False

A

False

63
Q

END OF WEEK 11 QUIZ
In a wall assembly in a cold environment the vapor retarder is placed towards the warm side of the wall.

Select one:
True
False

A

True Correct

64
Q

START OF WEEK 12 QUIZ
Building Code may require windows in sleeping rooms to have a clear opening large enough for what use?

Select one:

a. Emergency egress
b. Cleaning
c. Natural Light
d. Ventilation

A

a. Emergency egress Correct

65
Q 
Jamb extensions are used to adapt a window unit to varying \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ thicknesses.
Select one:
a. Wall 
b. Glazing
c. Door
d. Floor
A

a. Wall Correct

66
Q

According to the IRC, the maximum rise of a stair riser is:

Select one:

a. 7 3/4”
b. 7”
c. 6 1/2”
d. 10”
e. 8”

A

a. 7 3/4” Correct

67
Q

The minimum overhead clearance above a residential stair tread measured from the nosing is 6’-8”

Select one:
True
False

A

True Correct

68
Q

A standard hollow core door can be used for exterior use.

Select one:
True
False

A

False Correct

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