CH6: NC Real Estate Exam Practice Questions | Environmental Issues

Question 1

The maximum “safe levels” of asbestos exposure as determined by the EPA is:

A. 1.0 picocuries

B. 2.0 picocuries

C. 4.0 picocuries

D. not known

Answer 1

D. not known

Question 2

In order to reduce the risk of mold contamination in the home, the homeowner should:

A. Control moisture and water intrusion

B. Tightly seal cracks and openings

C, Control the amount of sunlight the home receives

D. Eliminate the opportunity for spores to enter the home

Answer 2

A. Control moisture and water intrusion

Question 3

Radon is a colorless, odorless gas that is emitted by:

A. Improperly vented appliances

B. Volatile organic compounds

C. Decaying uranium deposits

D. Urea-formaldehyde

Answer 3

C. Decaying uranium deposits

Question 4

The predominant health risk of asbestos exposure is to the:

A. Central nervous system

B. Lungs

C. Memory

D. Brain

Answer 4

B. Lungs

Question 5

The type of asbestos that can become airborne particles when you come into physical contact with it is referred to as:

A. Friable

B. Nonfriable

C, Encapsulated

D. Organic

Answer 5

A. Friable

Question 6

According to the Federal Lead-based Paint hazard and Reduction Act, which of the following is not true?

A. All pre-1978 housing must be tested for lead-based paint

B. All purchasers of pre-1978 housing must be given 10 days to test for lead-based paint

C. The buyers and sellers of pre-1978 housing may agree to waive the number of days to test for lead-based paint

D. Both purchasers and tenants of pre-1978 housing must be given a copy of the EPA pamphlet, “Protect Your Family From Lead in the Home.”

Answer 6

A. All pre-1978 housing must be tested for lead-based paint

Question 7

Which of the following is most likely to occur through prolonged mold exposure?

A. Central nervous system damage

B. Migraine headaches

C. Asthma and other respiratory diseases

D. Liver and kidney diseases

Answer 7

C. Asthma and other respiratory diseases

Question 8

The EPA ___ the maximum acceptable level of radon gas in the home:

A Has established as 1.0

B. Has established as 2.0

C. Has established as 4.0

D. has not established

Answer 8

C. Has established as 4.0

Question 9

Which of the following represents the best placement for the radon testing mechanism in order to achieve the most accurate results:

A. On the deck or patio

B. On the lowest living floor

C. On the second living floor

D. In the attic

Answer 9

B. On the lowest living floor

Question 10

The primary source of formaldehyde is from:

A. Lead-based paint

B. Radon gas

C. Asbestos

D. Foam Insulation

Answer 10

D. Foam Insulation