General B Test 3 Flashcards by Trevor Horner

When do you use a raked joint?
a) When the joint is too wide.
b) When the mortar is too stiff.
c) When the mortar is too soft.
d) When the plans call for a specific and even joint depth.

d) When the plans call for a specific and even joint depth.

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What is the recommended slope of a 4-ft sidewalk?
a) 3%
b) 5%
c) 7%
d) 10%

b) 5%

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You have been contracted to replace the carpet in a 12’ by 12’ bedroom. How many square feet of carpet will be required?
a) 12 sq ft.
b) 24 sq ft.
c) 144 sq ft.
d) 131 sq ft.

c) 144 sq ft.

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Which factor needs to be considered when determining the size of a water supply line?
a) fixtures served
b) material used
c) water pressure
d) all of the above

d) all of the above

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On a new roof, asphalt shingles should be applied over:
a) underlayment
b) vapor barrier
c) no underlayment because the roof is new d) no vapor barrier because the roof is new

a) underlayment

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6) To test soil before installing a septic tank, contact:
a) a soil geologist
b) a chemist
c) a building inspector
d) DOSH

a) a soil geologist

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How do you fasten wood shake?
a) nails
b) glue
c) screws
d) none of the above

a) nails

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An excavation project requires a contractor to dig a trench near a utility line. What is the proper procedure?
a) dig no deeper than 36”
b) contact utility company before digging
c) dig lower than the existing utility line
d) move the existing utility line and note the new

b) contact utility company before digging

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Of the following, which material should NOT be used in building a skylight?
a) laminated glass
b) annealed glass
c) rigid plastic
d) tempered glass

b) annealed glass

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When notching and boring studs in non-bearing walls, you must not cut more than:
a) 60% when boring, 40% when notching
b) 40% when boring, 60% when notching
c) 50% when boring, 40% when notching
d) 40% when boring, 50% when notching

a) 60% when boring, 40% when notching

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What type of hammer is best to use for drywall installation?
a) convex, textured and round
b) concave, smooth and round
c) concave, textured and round
d) convex, smooth and round

convex, textured and round

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What size aluminum conductor would carry the same electrical current as a 14-gauge copper conductor?
a) convex, smooth and round
b) 12-gauge
c) 14-gauge
d) 16-gauge

b) 12-gauge

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When assessing the condition of a building site and drainage, what should be considered first?
a) setbacks
b) current drainage
c) drainage needed for new structure
d) location of new trees

c) drainage needed for new structure

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Title 24 is applicable:
a) to California only
b) nationwide
c) internationally
d) to your local city only

a) to California only

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How would you determine which is the best vapor barrier for a particular type of wood flooring?
a) check local building code
b) ask the building inspector
c) check with the city
d) consult manufacturer’s specifications

d) consult manufacturer’s specifications

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What is the purpose of “D”?
a) back blocking
b) shear transfer blocking
c) sound proofing
d) sound deadening

b) shear transfer blocking

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How would you determine which is the best vapor barrier for a particular type of wood flooring?
a) check local building code b) ask the building inspector
c) check with the city
d) consult manufacturer’s specifications

d) consult manufacturer’s specifications

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What is the formula for the area of a circle? a) 2 pi r
b) pi d2
c) pi r2
d) 2(rd)

c) pi r2

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According to the UBC, the minimum clearance from a masonry fireplace to wood framing members is:
a) 0”
b) 3/4”
c) 1”
d) 2”

d) 2”

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When can a basement be counted as a story for calculating living space floor area of a residence?
a) when local codes permit
b) when the ceiling is at least 7 1/2 feet high
c) when the basement is finished
d) never

c) when the basement is finished

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Which variety is considered a four-season grass?
a) centipede grass
b) tall fescue
c) bluegrass
d) bermuda grass

b) tall fescue

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What is “C” called?
a) sill
b) tie rod
c) flange
d) anchor bolt

d) anchor bolt

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When hardwood flooring is shipped to the site, you should:
a) install the flooring right away
b) put it in the room where it is to be installed and let it sit for a few days
c) move it to a safe place
d) do as you like

b) put it in the room where it is to be installed and let it sit for a few days

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The most important safety step when using a welding torch is:
a) no dust
b) no oil
c) no blockages
d) none of the above

b) no oil

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When installing roll roofing, what is the minimum overlap between rolls? a) 2" b) 4" c) 6" d) 6"

a) 2"

Which roofing material would you install on a flat roof? a) asphalt shingles b) composition shingles c) wood shingles d) hot mopped tar

d) hot mopped tar

What minimum clearance is required between a worker and high voltage electrical lines? a) 3 feet b) 4 feet c) 6 feet d) 10 feet

c) 6 feet

To get a smooth stucco finish, you would use a: a) blast coating b) trowel c) darby d) bull-float

b) trowel

Linings for shower receptors are typically: a) two layers of 20-lb asphalt saturated felt b) two layers of 30-lb asphalt saturated felt c) three layers of 15-lb asphalt saturated felt d) four layers of 20-lb asphalt saturated felt

c) three layers of 15-lb asphalt saturated felt

Which is the best instrument for measuring elevations? a) transit b) string level c) line level d) plumb bob

a) transit

Which of the following is a recommended method of installing a hardwood floor over a concrete slab? a) float the floor b) finish nails c) use concrete nails d) use staples

a) float the floor

How should you treat a first-degree burn? a) flush with water and wrap loosely b) flush with acetone to clean bacteria c) apply ointment and wrap loosely d) apply ointment and wrap tightly

a) flush with water and wrap loosely

What minimum number of amps are needed to serve a 5,000 sq ft family residence where everything is run on electricity? a) 100 b) 200 c) 300 d) 400

b) 200

Soldering work can be dangerous because of: a) oxidation b) dehydration c) noxious gases d) none of the above

c) noxious gases

When a scaffold is over 7-1/2' ___________ are required. a) railings b) nets c) ropes d) safety belts

a) railings

When applying asphalt shingles, how far into the sheathing should you drive nails? a) 1/2" b) 5/8" c) 3/4" d) 1"

c) 3/4"

What type of shoes should you wear on a roof with a 4:12 slope? a) leather-soled b) rubber-soled c) steel-tipped leather d) open-toed

b) rubber-soled

When installing Fiberglass insulation between floor joists, the insulation is attached with: a) nails b) wire c) Answers A & B d) attachment is not required

c) Answers A & B

Paint-grade wood cabinets require: a) staining b) sanding, priming, and finishing c) sanding and finishing d) no sanding

b) sanding, priming, and finishing

What is the formula for the circumference of a circle? a) 2 pi r b) pi d2 c) pi r2 d) 2(rd)

a) 2 pi r

Of the following, the best tool for door jamb installations is: a) T-square b) two-foot long level c) six-foot long level d) plumb bob

b) two-foot long level

For a building to be square, you need: a) opposite walls parallel b) diagonal measurements equal c) opposite walls parallel and diagonals equal d) none of the above

c) opposite walls parallel and diagonals equal

Where would you NOT install greenboard? a) living room b) kitchen c) laundry room d) bathroom

b) kitchen

Which of the following is most important when digging a trench 6' deep that workers will enter? a) erect barricades b) post a sign indicating the depth of the trench c) bracing on trench walls d) fence around the deepest area of the trench

c) bracing on trench walls

What is the longitudinal tolerance for reinforcing steel ends and bends? a) + or - 1" b) + or - 2" c) + or - 3" d) + or - 4"

b) + or - 2"

Which test is needed before installing a septic tank? a) percolation b) water table level c) soil type and strata d) all of the above

d) all of the above

47) When notching and boring studs in bearing walls, you must not cut more than: a) 40% when boring, 25% when notching b) 25% when boring, 40% when notching c) 35% when boring, 20% when notching d) 20% when boring, 35% when notching

a) 40% when boring, 25% when notching

What must be done if work has stopped for a year after the date the building permit was issued? a) Ignore the expiration date b) You may renew the permit without charge c) You may renew the permit for half the fee d) You must obtain a new permit and pay the fee again

d) You must obtain a new permit and pay the fee again

What is the nailing pattern for installing shear wall paneling if it is not specified in the plans? a) no special pattern b) 6" on edge and 12" in the field c) ask the local building authority d) must be specified in the plans

b) 6" on edge and 12" in the field

Which of the following is a consideration for handicap access? a) hinge type b) wall height c) ceiling height d) switch height

d) switch height

When installing a 3-wire, single phase, 240 volt circuit that consists of white, red, and black wires, which would you connect to "hot?" a) white and black wires b) red and black wires c) red and white wires d) red, black, and white wires

b) red and black wires

"TY" refers to: a) conduit used in electrical work b) gas piping c) fitting used in a DWV system to merge a side branch with a main branch d) plastic pipe used in plumbing

c) fitting used in a DWV system to merge a side branch with a main branch

How soon should you pour concrete after you have mixed it without additives? a) 1/2 hour b) 1 hour c) 4 hours d) 8 hours

a) 1/2 hour

How far below the surface of drywall should you drive the head of a nail? a) flush b) 1/32" c) 1/16" d) 1/8"

b) 1/32"

5) What color is water-resistant gypsum wallboard? a) white b) green c) blue d) red

b) green

Which of the following would you use around a pipe that penetrates the roof? a) plastic cement b) rubber cement c) silicone d) tar

a) plastic cement

The color of regular gypsum wallboard is: a) white b) green c) blue d) red

a) white

Which of the following meets the minimum requirement for a wood fire door? a) 1-3/8" hollow core b) 1-1/4" hollow core c) 1-3/4" solid core d) 2" solid core

c) 1-3/4" solid core

If it looks like rain, what should you do to a masonry wall that was recently constructed? a) cover it with canvas b) wet it down c) parge the top d) take it down

a) cover it with canvas

How long after a job is completed can a contractor be held liable for defects? a) 1 year b) 3 years c) 5 years d) 10 years

d) 10 years

Which of the following is an important and commonly used component of an exterior door in a residence? a) weatherstripping b) rigid insulation c) smoke seal d) silas kraft paper

a) weatherstripping

How many square feet does a 22' x 32' patio cover? a) 2232 sq ft b) 704 sq ft c) 3222 d) 54

b) 704 sq ft

Where do you nail metal valley flashing? a) 1/4" from top b) 1/4" from bottom c) 1" from outer edge d) along center

c) 1" from outer edge

How many square feet of linoleum will be required for a 8' x 8' kitchen? a) 16 sq ft b) 32 sq ft c) 64 sq ft d) 88 sq ft

c) 64 sq ft

How many receptacles are on a dedicated circuit? a) 1 b)2 c)3 d)4

a) 1

How should copper pipe be connected to galvanized steel pipe? a) clean with flux b) copper coupling c) dielectric coupling d) by soldering

c) dielectric coupling

Which of the following materials must be installed above the roof? a) Ufer b) ground rod c) water piping d) weatherhead

d) weatherhead

You would affix a column or post to a floor in a building with: a) metal connector b) adhesive c) 45-degree nail with bracing d) concrete

a) metal connector

How should you adjust the pitch of a solar collector mounted on a roof? a) lay flat on roof b) use cripples c) use springs d) any of the above

b) use cripples

What type of drain do you install when you install tile in a shower with a moisture membrane? a) standard drain b) a drain with weep holes above the tile c) a drain with weep holes below the tile d) a drain with weep holes below the tile and membrane

c) a drain with weep holes below the tile

After drywall has been screwed into place, when do you check the placement of the screws? a) before painting b) after painting c) before taping d) after taping

c) before taping

Which type of device is used to determine if there is a load balance on an electrical panel? a) ohmmeter b) amp probe c) voltmeter d) Megger

b) amp probe

According to Energy Efficiency Standards, general lighting in kitchens must have an efficacy of at least how many lumens per watt? a) 25 b) 30 c) 36 d) 40

d) 40

How do you know if a type of glazing is classified as "tempered?" a) The window or door frame is marked "tempered" b) The manufacturer's brand name is on the corner of each piece c) A "tempered" label is adhered to each piece d) none of the above

b) The manufacturer's brand name is on the corner of each piece

"Furring channel" refers to: a) a tool used to polish marble b) a wood cutting tool c) wood or metal strips that provide a base for fastening finish material d) a surveyor's instrument used to establish points and elevations

c) wood or metal strips that provide a base for fastening finish material

A purlin is a: a) horizontal support that spans across adjacent rafters and may be above or below the principal rafters b) vertical support that spans across adjacent rafters and may be above or below the principal rafters c) the downward slope of the roof d) horizontal member that ties opposite rafters together

a) horizontal support that spans across adjacent rafters and may be above or below the principal rafters

A Freon recovery system is NOT required when: a) recharging a small appliance b) when there is a restriction in a unit preventing refrigerant through c) overhauling a rooftop A/C unit d) scrapping an old refrigeration unit

a) recharging a small appliance

78) Where do you install a vent flashing on an asphalt shingle roof? a) above the roofing paper b) between shingles c) beneath sheathing d) underneath the roofing paper

b) between shingles

What is the minimum required compressive strength for a concrete slab on grade? a) 2,000 psi b) 2,500 psi c) 3,000 psi d) 3,500 psi

a) 2,000 psi

How should the length of a glulam be determined if over 16'? a) Contractor can determine length b) Engineer must calculate length c) Dimension must be determined from UBC d) Lumberyard can do the calculations

b) Engineer must calculate length

Which of the following is not a steel post? a) H beam b) I beam c) J beam d) round post

c) J beam

When splicing rebar, the minimum lap should be: a) 30 bar diameters b) 40 bar diameters c) 48 bar diameters d) 60 bar diameters

a) 30 bar diameters

For which type of buildings do you need a certificate of occupancy? a) commercial b) residential c) state and federal d) all buildings

d) all buildings

What is the minimum distance from the side of a toilet to the wall, in a bathroom stall that meets side-transfer accessibility requirements? a) 18" b) 28" c) 32" d) 36"

c) 32"

A collar beam is a: a) vertical member that ties opposite rafters together b) horizontal member that ties opposite rafters together c) any vertical or horizontal member that ties rafters together d) member that runs parallel to the rafters

b) horizontal member that ties opposite rafters together

Which is NOT a type of beam? a)H b)I c)J d) Round

d) Round

Which is an important rule to follow when soldering? a) apply flux to the tubing, not the fitting b) apply flux to the tubing, not the fitting c) make sure the joint is clean and fits well d) all of the above

d) all of the above

In which direction do hip jack rafters run? a) parallel to common rafters b) perpendicular to the ridge board c) perpendicular to common rafters d) perpendicular to queen post

c) perpendicular to common rafters

What is "B" called? a) sheathing b) finish floor c) cross-ply d) decking

d) decking

Which of the following procedures is used to level freshly poured concrete flatwork? a) darbying b) screeding c) floating d) troweling

b) screeding

What height should a tile shower drain be? a) above the floor level b) beneath the floor level c) flush with the floor d) does not matter

c) flush with the floor

The best standard fire rating for a roof assembly is: a) Class A b) Class B c) Class 1 d) Class 2

a) Class A

A raked joint is a type of: a) fitting used in plumbing b) plaster finish used on exterior walls c) concrete formwork d) mortar joint that is compacted to a specific depth while the mortar is still green

d) mortar joint that is compacted to a specific depth while the mortar is still green

What is the minimum distance from the centerline of a toilet to a wall? a) 18" b) 28" c) 32" d) 36"

a) 18"

How many cubic yards of concrete will be required for the 4"-thick patio slab? a)7 cu yd b)9 cu yd c) 11 cu yd d) 13 cu yd

b)9 cu yd

The safest way to handle asbestos is when it is: a) cold b) warm c) wet d) dry

c) wet

How many inches should reinforcing steel be from the edge of a concrete girder? a) 1-1/2" b) 2" c) 3" d) 4"

a) 1-1/2"

Which of the following door mechanisms meets minimum handicap requirements? a) minimum 3" lever b) electrically operated c) single-action lever d) not lockable

c) single-action lever

For cantilevered beams, what is generally the maximum ratio of the supported to the unsupported length? a) 1:2 b) 2:1 c) 3:1 d) 6:1

b) 2:1

Where would you NOT need safety glazing? a) dual glazing b) north-facing buildings c) new buildings d) when general contractor decides it is not necessary

a) dual glazing

What is the maximum exposure of 24" wood roofing shakes? a) 7" b) 8" c) 9" d) 10"

d) 10"

What should you do before cutting the bottom chord of a truss? a) connect to adjacent trusses with cross ties b) support the ceiling directly c) place columns under the ends of the truss d) support the floor

a) connect to adjacent trusses with cross ties

What does watts divided by volts equal? a) amps b) kilowatts c) ohms d) resistance

a) amps

The first thing to do when installing a drop ceiling is: a) check the plane of the ceiling b) drop 18" c) determine ceiling height from plans d) measure the height of the finished ceiling

d) measure the height of the finished ceiling

How much should an asphalt shingle roof overhang the edge of the house? a) 1/2" b) 3/4" c) 1" d) 1-1/2"

b) 3/4"

In a built-up wood post constructed of three separate piece of lumber, excessive loading may cause the pieces to buckle away from each other. How can this be prevented? a) the pieces should be glued together b) the pieces should be securely nailed together c) a metal post anchor should be used d) wooden posts should never be built-up

b) the pieces should be securely nailed together

What is the maximum grade of a sidewalk? a) 1% b) 2% c) 5% d) 10%

c) 5%

What type of glass must not be used in a window installed less than 18" above the floor? a) laminated b) plastic c) plate d) tempered

c) plate

When would you wet concrete masonry blocks? a) never b) at any time c) when temperatures are above 32 degrees Fahrenheit d) only in hot weather

a) never

What is the proper term for a floor that extends beyond the lower portion of the house? a) cornice b) cantilever c) deck d) balcony

b) cantilever

How far down must you clear roots and stumps before pouring a slab foundation? a) 4" below grade b) 6" below grade c) 12" below grade and around foundation d) surface level

c) 12" below grade and around foundation

Which of the following types of wood is most commonly used for interior framing? a) Alder b) Douglas fir c) Pine d) Redwood

b) Douglas fir

Which type of material would you use for backfill up to a foundation? a) gravel b) fill dirt planted with rye grass to stabilize soil c) sand d) no backfill allowed--must pour concrete up to the existing foundation

a) gravel

What should be done if Native American burial artifacts or remains are discovered while digging? a) Cover them up and continue digging in another area b) Dig quickly around the burial artifacts or remains c) Stop work immediately at the site and any nearby area reasonably suspected to have artifacts and remains and contact the County Coroner d) Stop work immediately within 10 feet of the site and contact the County Coroner

c) Stop work immediately at the site and any nearby area reasonably suspected to have artifacts and remains and contact the County Coroner

What is the purpose of "A"? a) nail blocking b) edge nailing in blocking c) resist shearing d) side blocking

b) edge nailing in blocking

When foil-backed gypsum panels are installed as exterior sheathing, the foil side should be facing: a) inside b) outside c) it depends on whether the building is air conditioned d) foil-backed panels are not used for exterior sheathing

d) foil-backed panels are not used for exterior sheathing

Which of the following is correct concerning the notching and boring of joists? a) notch at end 1/4 of joist depth max; notch at top or bottom 1/6 depth max; bore at least 2" from top or bottom; bore diameter is 1/3 depth max b) notch at end 1/2 of joist depth max; notch at top or bottom 1/4 depth max; bore at least 3" from top or bottom; bore diameter is 1/4 depth max. c) notch at end 1/3 of joist depth max; notch at top or bottom 1/4 depth max; bore at least 4" from top or bottom; bore diameter is 1/4 depth max. d) none of the above

a) notch at end 1/4 of joist depth max; notch at top or bottom 1/6 depth max; bore at least 2" from top or bottom; bore diameter is 1/3 depth max

Which thickness of sheetrock is often used to construct one-hour, fire-rated walls? a) 3/8" b) 1/2" c) 5/8" d) 3/4"

c) 5/8"

Why would you install a vapor barrier under a concrete slab? a) for more resistance to a cold climate b) to prevent radon gas from entering the building c) to control the rise of water vapor d) to prevent flooding

c) to control the rise of water vapor

Which of the following will not affect fire rating? a) drywall thickness b) space between furring c) type of adhesive d) size of screws used

d) size of screws used