ENGRADE Chapter 16

Question 1

A certificate of occupancy is issued by NC building inspectors to indicate that

Answer 1

Construction on the building has been complete satisfactorily.

Question 2

Types of foundations

Answer 2

Monolithic slab or floating slab
crawlspace
basement

Question 3

The R value of insulation refers to the

Answer 3

resistance to the transfer of heat

Question 4

The basic components of an eace include all of

Answer 4

fascia boards

soffits

frieze boards

Question 5

The highest part of a homes construction components is the

Answer 5

Ridge Board

Question 6

In measuring the square footage of a home real estate agents

Answer 6

are expected to accurately calculate the square footage of a home

Question 7

Living area is best defined as that part of the home which is

Answer 7

heated, finished and directly accessible from other living areas

Question 8

Real Estate agents measuring and reporting square footage are permitted to rely on all of the following,

Answer 8

The representations of other real estate professionals

The square footage contained in MLS

The representations of a professional company hired to measure square footage.

Question 9

Residential square footage is determined by measuring

Answer 9

the exterior of walls

Question 10

All of the following wares would be included in a homes square footage calculation of living area if they are heated and accessible from other living areas

Answer 10

storage areas
furnace rooms
bay windows