General B Test 4 Flashcards
1
Q
How far out of a ditch must a ladder extend? a) 30” b) 32” c) 36” d) 40”
A
c) 36”
2
Q
Who is primarily responsible for safety at the jobsite?
a) contractor and lawyer
b) employer and employee
c) Cal/OSHA and superintendent
d) contractor and building inspector
A
b) employer and employee
3
Q
A contractor installs a handrail along a stairway. The handrail is 1-5/8” in diameter and is installed 1-3/4” from the wall. Based on this installation, does the handrail meet building codes?
a) Yes
b) No, the handrail should be 1 - 3/4” in diameter and installed 2” from the wall
c) No, the handrail should be 2” in diameter and installed 2” from the wall
d) No, the handrail should be 1” in diameter and installed 1 - 1/2” from the
wall
A
a) Yes
4
Q
How long a sidewalk can you pour with 1 cu yd of concrete if the sidewalk is 3’ wide and 4” thick?
a) 12 feet
b) 27 feet
c) 36 feet
d) 40 feet
A
b) 27 feet
5
Q
What is the correct order of coats for exterior stucco?
a) scratch coat, finish coat
b) scratch coat, brown coat
c) scratch coat, brown coat, finish coat
d) scratch coat, finish coat, brown coat
A
c) scratch coat, brown coat, finish coat
6
Q
What is the minimum openable area for a window that is to be used as an escape or egress window?
a) 2.4 sq ft
b) 3.0 sq ft
c) 4.2 sq ft
d) 5.7 sq ft
A
d) 5.7 sq ft
7
Q
How many 3” x 8’ boards are required to cover the wall in the drawing if A = 4’, B = 20’ and C = 8’? Assume no waste.
a) 40 boards
b) 60 boards
c) 80 boards
d) 120 boards
A
b) 60 boards
8
Q
How many square feet of ceiling tile are required for a ceiling 11’-3” wide x 12’-9” long?
a) 145.0 square feet
b) 143.4 square feet
c) 143.0 square feet
d) 132.0 square feet
A
b) 143.4 square feet
9
Q
A garage has a volume of 180,000 cubic feet. How many exhaust fans must be installed if each fan is capable of removing 1000 cubic feet of air per minute and the air must be completely exchanged at least 4 times each hour?
a) 3 fans
b) 6 fans
c) 12 fans
d) 18 fans
A
c) 12 fans
10
Q
What is the diameter of #5 rebar?
a) 1/2 inch
b) 1/4 inch
c) 5/8 inch
d) 3/4 inch
A
c) 5/8 inch
11
Q
The door between a garage and a house:
a) not allowed by code
b) must be a 1 - 1/2 inch hollow-core door
c) must be fire rated at 1-1/2 hours
d) must be fire rated at 1 hour
A
d) must be fire rated at 1 hour
12
Q
What is not required on a Certificate of Occupancy?
a) address of the property
b) owners name
c) copy of signed permit for work performed
d) name of the contractor
A
d) name of the contractor
13
Q
What is the most common size rebar used in the footing for a single story building?
a) No. 3
b) No. 4
c) No. 5
d) No. 6 .
A
b) No. 4
14
Q
What color wire is attached to a metal wall box?
a) red
b) white
c) black
d) green
A
d) green
15
Q
When electrical conductors are underground they must always be:
a) in conduit
b) rated for wet locations
c) rated for 90°C
d) in PVC
A
b) rated for wet locations
16
Q
What is a disadvantage of using AC cable?
a) it has a two wire limit
b) must use special ceramic collars
c) it is difficult to ground
d) it can only be used indoors and in dry conditions
A
d) it can only be used indoors and in dry conditions
17
Q
Who is the primary authority when demolishing a building with less than three units?
a) state
b) federal
c) local
d) UBC
A
c) local
18
Q
What is the minimum size framing member needed for R-22 insulation?
a)2” x 4”
b)2” x 4” with a 1/2 “ shear wall
c)2” x 6”
d)4” x 4”
A
c)2” x 6”
19
Q
Which of the following is usually wetted just before installation? a) brick
b) block
c) stone fascia
d) tile
A
d) tile
20
Q
When is a special inspector required on a concrete pour?
a) when the required compressive strength is greater than 1800 psi
b) when the required compressive strength is greater than 2500 psi
c) when called for in the contract
d) when called for by the engineer
A
d) when called for by the engineer
21
Q
What is the minimum slope for a roof with composition shingles?
a) flat
b) 2:12
c) 3:12
d) 4:12
A
b) 2:12
22
Q
When do you follow a nailing schedule for hanging drywall?
a) never
b) always
c) if called for on the plan
d) if required by the local code
A
b) always
23
Q
What is the minimum clearance between untreated wood siding and rough ground?
a) 12” b) 8” c) 6” d) 3”
A
c) 6”
24
Q
What is the minimum size rebar used for one-story stemwall foundations?
a) No. 4
b) No. 6
c) No. 8
d) No. 10
A
a) No. 4
25
What degree of bend is not allowed for a hook in a horizontal reinforcing bar?
a) 60°
b) 90°
c) 135°
d) 180°
a) 60°
26
If a fan moves 1000 cu ft of air per minute, how many fans would you need for one complete change of air per hour in an 180,000 cu ft room?
a)2
b) 3
c)4
d)5
b) 3
27
What should you not do when working with acid?
a) wear loosely woven cloth gloves
b) wear tight fitting safety glasses
c) pour acid into water
d) store the acid in a sell ventilated area
a) wear loosely woven cloth gloves
28
What is not necessary when storing flammable materials?
a) keep them under lock and key
b) keep them in closed containers
c) they must be clearly marked
d) a three foot wide aisle must be kept clear
a) keep them under lock and key
29
What should you wear when welding?
a) gloves without fingers
b) heavy duty gloves
c) rubber gloves
d) tight fitting gloves
b) heavy duty gloves
30
What type of brick is used to build a garden wall?
a) grade SW
b) grade MW
c) grade NW
d) any of the above
a) grade SW
31
A concrete truck arrives at the job site with 8 cubic yards of concrete. The job requires 10.5 cubic yards, which you ordered. The driver said that there will not be another load coming. What should you do?
a) pour the 8 cubic yards and order another 2.5 for the next day
b) call the concrete company to see if they could send another truck
c) refuse the order and have the concrete truck go back
d) pour the 8 cubic yards and complain to the driver
c) refuse the order and have the concrete truck go back
32
For which of the following do you not need a contractor's license?
a) building a 6' high fence
b) constructing an oil derrick
c) painting
d) installing a French door
b) constructing an oil derrick
33
Which of the following is the most important factor with respect to a schedule of payments?
a) date
b) amount
c) keeping the lender informed of job progress
d) phase
b) amount
34
When a handicap door is fully open (90°), what is the required minimum clear width of the exitway?
a) 30"
b) 32"
c) 34"
d) 36"
b) 32"
35
What is the maximum allowed rise of a handicap ramp before you must have a landing?
a) 5 feet
b) 7 feet
c) 10 feet
d) 15 feet
a) 5 feet
36
What kind of roller should be used with latex paint?
a) nylon
b) mohair
c) lambswool
d) camel hair
a) nylon
37
If a building code dispute arises on plans that have already been approved, who decides the dispute?
a) licensed engineer
b) local building department
c) field inspector
d) contractor
b) local building department
38
What is an anti-siphoning device often used for?
a) to stop waste water from entering potable water supply
b) to stop sewer gas from entering the home c) to prevent water theft
d) to prevent drafts around doors and windows
a) to stop waste water from entering potable water supply
39
What is the minimum ventilation area needed for a crawl space?
a)1 sq ft per 150 sq ft of crawl space
b)1 sq ft per 200 sq ft of crawl space
c)1 sq ft per 250 sq ft of crawl space
d)1 sq ft per 300 sq ft of crawl space
a)1 sq ft per 150 sq ft of crawl space
40
Which of the following does not require a permit?
a) building and oil derrick
b) building a 6' high fence
c) painting
d) all of the above
d) all of the above
41
What must you wear during demolition?
a) earplugs
b) hardhat
c) surgical mask
d) all of the above
b) hardhat
42
What should you do with an existing electrical panel when remodeling a house?
a) assume the existing panel is sufficient and keep it
b) assume the existing panel is insufficient and replace it
c) have the panel disconnected
d) calculate for present loads and replace it if necessary
d) calculate for present loads and replace it if necessary
43
When using boom-type equipment, how far must it be kept from electrical lines?
a) 10'
b) 20'
c) 30'
d) 40'
a) 10'
44
When a toxic substance is being sprayed, what should be done?
a) provide sprayer with a surgical mask
b) provide sprayer with a respirator
c) all areas should be well ventilated
d) toxic substances should never be sprayed
b) provide sprayer with a respirator
45
What plaster would you use as a basecoat on wood to minimize flammability?
a) bond plaster
b) wood-fibered plaster
c) ready-mixed plaster
d) neat plaster
b) wood-fibered plaster
46
When testing for continuity, an ohmmeter is connected in ______ and the circuit must be _____.
a) series; energized
b) series; de-energized
c) parallel; energized
d) parallel; de-energized
d) parallel; de-energized
47
When placing waterproof paper around the window shown, what is the correct sequence?
Chart or Drawing Required
a) a,b,c,d b) b,c,d,a c) d,b,c,a d) c,b,d,a
c) d,b,c,a
48
What is the diameter of #4 rebar?
a) 3/8"
b) 1/2"
c) 5/8"
d) 3/4"
b) 1/2"
49
In a three coat plastering process, what is the first coat called?
a) scratch
b) brown
c) finish
d) putty
a) scratch
50
Why would a footing crack?
a) poor soil preparation
b) pouring in hot weather ???
c) too much soil in the forms
d) forms incorrectly placed
a) poor soil preparation
51
Which type of insulation is easier to install in an older home?
a) fiberglass batts
b) loose fill
c) fiberglass blankets
d) rigid boards
b) loose fill
52
According to the Energy Efficiency Standards, general lighting in a water closet must have an efficacy of at least how many lumens per watt?
a) 25
b) 30
c) 36
d) 40
d) 40
53
What can you do to minimize heat loss and gain through windows?
a) dual glazing
b) tinting
c) shading
d) all of the above
d) all of the above
54
When you start to frame a wall, which members are laid out first?
a) rim joist
b) header
c) sill plate
d) top plate
c) sill plate
55
Under what authority is the energy code for new construction found?
a) building department
b) Title 8
c) Title 24
d) Title 99
c) Title 24
56
What is the disadvantage of using a natural bristle brush?
a) little pieces of bristle break off
b) doesn't hold as much paint
c) it leaves streaks
d) can't be used with latex paint
d) can't be used with latex paint
57
How far away from the edge of the drywall should you place the nails or screws?
a) 1/8"
b) 3/8"
c) 1/2"
d) 1"
b) 3/8"
58
When determining the size and type of a foundation, what must you consider?
a) soil capability
b) anchor bolt spacing
c) type and size of reinforcing steel
d) type of materials to be used
a) soil capability
59
Which of the following is least likely to appear in the safety rules for operating a crane?
a) all definitions of hand signals are posted in a visible area
b) hand signaler must be in a well-lighted area
c) only qualified persons shall be permitted to give hand signals
d) crane operator must respond to all signalers
d) crane operator must respond to all signalers
60
If you must make a 90° bend in rebar that is already partially embedded in concrete, to what temperature should you preheat the rebar?
a) 900° F b) 1000° F c) 1150° F d) 1500° F
c) 1150°
61
What is the minimum slope for single coverage composition roll roofing?
a) flat
b) 2:12
c) 3:12
d) 5:12
b) 2:12
62
What should you do to eliminate voids in concrete?
a) vibrate and tamp
b) use high slump concrete
c) use low slump concrete
d) use a concrete pump to place concrete
a) vibrate and tamp
63
What determines the number of outlets for a 20-amp circuit?
a) NEC and local codes
b) Title 24
c) the size of the 20-amp wire system
d) Energy Conservation Code
a) NEC and local codes
64
When is a fire damper needed?
a) between floors
b) near an electrical box
c) between firewalls
d) in the attic
c) between firewalls
65
What should you use when installing ceramic tile over an existing vinyl floor?
a) thinset with acrylic resin
b) mastic
c) vinyl on vinyl adhesive
d) remove the vinyl and install the tile with thiset
b) mastic
66
What is the most effective method when preparing the surface of a metal frame for painting?
a) use hand tools
b) use power tools
c) sandblasting
d) use a blowtorch
c) sandblasting
67
May a worker wear leather-soled shoes when working on a roof?
a) Yes, but only if the sole is stiff
b) Yes, if the worker keeps his feet flat
c) Yes, but he can only walk parallel to the slope
d) No, leather soled shoes are never recommended
d) No, leather soled shoes are never recommended
68
Which of the following tools are you most likely to need when installing a hardwood floor?
a) planer and hammer
b) saw and hammer
c) saw and nailer
d) sawzall and level
b) saw and hammer
69
Which of the following tools are you most likely to need when installing a hardwood floor?
a) planer and hammer
b) saw and hammer
c) saw and nailer
d) sawzall and level
b) saw and hammer
70
What is the best fastener to use for composite shingles?
a) 1/4" crown staple
b) 6d nail
c) 4d countersunk nail
d) wide crown staple
d) wide crown staple
71
According to the Energy Conservation Code, the maximum glazed area is calculated from a percentage of the _______ gross area, when building a 4 story residential building.
a) wall
b) floor
c) ceiling
d) door
b) floor
72
A 10' vertical pipe test must be applied to:
a) sewer lines
b) fire sprinkler stand pipes
c) DWV systems
d) vent lines
c) DWV systems
73
When must you install smoke detectors, but may install units that are solely battery powered?
a) when only one bedroom is added
b) when two bedrooms are added
c) when a remodeling job costs more than $1,000 but there is already a fire alarm system in place
d) all of the above
d) all of the above
74
The right kind of safety shoes can protect you against:
a) nail penetration
b) impact
c) electrocution
d) all of the above
d) all of the above
75
Which energy conservation code must you comply with?
a) California Energy Commission
b) local authority
c) Federal Energy Commission
d) none
a) California Energy Commission
76
Which of the following is classified as a fire retardant roof?
a) class A or B
b) class A
c) Calss B or C
d)class A, B or C
d)class A, B or C
77
What is the minimum compressive strength of grout?
a) 1500 psi
b) 2000 psi
c) 2500 psi
d) 3000 psi
b) 2000 psi
78
What should you do if unlaid masonry units freeze?
a) throw them away
b) use them as is
c) thaw them completely before using
d) use them only if the sun is out
c) thaw them completely before using
79
Where would you use a reglet and counterflashing together?
a) at the intersection of a parapet wall and the roof
b) at the edge of the eaves line
c) between the shingles
d) on the ridge of the roof
a) at the intersection of a parapet wall and the roof
80
When determining the final load of a building, what is the live load and what is the dead load?
a) live = weight of movable objects and persons dead = weight of structural members and other fixed loads
b) live = weight of the building dead = weight of all occupants
c) live = wind load and occupant load dead = weight of the building
d) live = wind, earthquake and occupant load dead = weight of the building
a) live = weight of movable objects and persons dead = weight of structural
81
What should be included on a certificate of occupancy?
a) name of the building official
b) address of the building
c) name of the owner
d) all of the above
d) all of the above
82
When can you wedge open the guard on a circular saw?
a) when your supervisor tells you to
b) when the homeowner tells you to
c) whenever you like
d) never
d) never
83
83) What is the minimum thickness for the footing of a three-story building?
a) 4"
b) 6"
c) 8"
d) 10"
c) 8"
84
What do you use when you install suspended water pipe?
a) plumbers tape
b) duct tape
c) teflon tape
d) electrical tape
a) plumbers tape
85
What is the underlayment material used in roofing made out of?
a) coated felt
b) laminated Kraft paper
c) kerf wrap
d) asphalt-saturated felt
d) asphalt-saturated felt
86
How is loose fill measured?
a) sq ft
b) sq yd
c) cu ft
d) cu yd
d) cu yd
87
Which of the following is a laminate covering?
a) latex paint
b) oil based paint
c) wall paper
d) Formica
d) Formica
88
Why shouldn't you use R-30 insulation in an interior wall?
a) it is too expensive
b) it is too lightweight
c) it will reduce the soundproofing
d) it is unnecessary
d) it is unnecessary
89
Why should you leave a 1/8" gap between plywood sheets in a subfloor?
a) to allow for contraction and expansion
b) to allow you to see the centerline of the joist
c) because plywood is not usually square
d) it's easier to nail it that way
a) to allow for contraction and expansion
90
When selecting a subcontractor, which of the following should you look for?
a) the subcontractor you are good friends with
b) the subcontractor who bid the lowest
c) the subcontractor who will complete the job fastest
d) the subcontractor who will meet the description and criteria of the work and is properly certified with the necessary licenses by the CSLB
d) the subcontractor who will meet the description and criteria of the work and is properly certified with the necessary licenses by the CSLB
91
What do you use to determine the number of wallboards needed?
a) total square footage of all walls
b) area of the ceiling
c) area of the largest wall
d) circumference of the room
a) total square footage of all walls
92
What is a purlin used for?
a) to support the rafters
b) to flatten the roof
c) to reduce the number of joists needed
d) to level the ridge beam
a) to support the rafters
93
What is the minimum dimension of a handicap landing with no doors?
a)3' x 4'
b)4' x 4'
c)5' x 3'
d)6' x 4'
c)5' x 3'
94
Which code should a contractor usually follow?
a) the most stringent
b) the national code
c) the state code
d) the local code
d) the local code
95
Which of the following building materials offers the most insulation?
a) wood
b) brick
c) concrete
d) aluminum
a) wood
96
What would you use to clean white mortar stains from bricks?
a) vinegar
b) soap and water
c) bleach
d) TSP
d) TSP
97
A caulking gun cannot be used to:
a) fill small holes
b) fill small cracks
c) fill large cracks and holes
d) any of the above
c) fill large cracks and holes
98
In order to prevent confusion from other work on a job site, with what color chalk line do contractors mark excavation?
a) white
b) pink
c) red
d) yellow
a) white
99
When working around electrical equipment, what type of ladder should you use?
a) aluminum
b) steel
c) fiberglass
d) none of the above
c) fiberglass
100
If a scaffold is constructed with two ladders and a plank, how far can the plank be above the ground?
a) 8'
b) 16'
c) 24'
d) 40'
b) 16'
101
After obtaining a general building permit, when must work begin?
a) within 60 days
b) within 90 days
c) within 120 days
d) within 180 days
d) within 180 days
102
Handrails must be:
a) square
b) easy to grip
c) no more than 2" in diameter
d) made of wood
c) no more than 2" in diameter
103
Sheetrock is most commonly available in which of the following sizes?
a)3' x 6'
b)4' x 6'
c)4' x 8'
d)6' x 8'
c)4' x 8'
104
Which is the best method for attaching particleboard to a subfloor?
a) nails
b) staples
c) adhesive
d) any of the above
d) any of the above
105
What size would the main electrical panel of a 5000 sq ft house be?
a) 100 amps
b) 150 amps
c) 250 amps
d) 400 amps
c) 250 amps
106
What is the tolerance for a stairway riser?
a) 1/8"
b) 1/4"
c) 3/8"
d) 1/2"
c) 3/8"
107
How long should cement be mixed before it is poured?
a) 3 minutes
b) 5 minutes
c) 7 minutes
d) 10 minutes
a) 3 minutes
108
What is the minimum cross sectional area of the flue for a 14 ft tall fireplace with an opening 20 in x 24 in?
a) 40 sq in b) 50 sq in c) 60 sq in d) 80 sq in
c) 60 sq
109
What is the tread depth for interior stairs?
a) 9"
b) 10- 5/8"
c) 11"
d) 11- 5/8"
c) 11"
110
Where is greenboard not permitted?
a) behind a shower
b) in a 1-hour firewall
c) on a bathroom ceiling with joists spaced 18" o.c.
d) in a kitchen partition
c) on a bathroom ceiling with joists spaced 18" o.c.
111
What is the name of the measurement system most commonly used in the United States?
a) metric b) setric c) English d) Dutch
c) English
112
What is the minimum height of a handrail on a handicap ramp?
a) 30"
b) 32"
c) 34"
d) 36"
c) 34"
113
When is it permitted to lift the guard on a circular saw?
a) anytime
b) never
c) under supervision
d) when starting a cut
d) when starting a cut
114
Which is the best method for attaching drywall?
a) nails
b) screws
c) adhesive
d) staples
b) screws
115
What is the minimum size for anchor bolts? a) 1/4"
b) 1/2"
c) 3/4"
d) 1"
b) 1/2"
116
What determines water pressure in a house?
a) type of fixtures
b) available pressure
c) length of pipe
d) all of the above
d) all of the above
117
Which type of insulation has the lowest R-value per foot? a) loose fill cellulose fiber
b) urea formaldehyde
c) fiberglass batts
d) polystyrene boards
c) fiberglass batts
118
When can tile be installed on regular drywall in a shower?
a) where it's above the shower head
b) at any time
c) if you don't have greenboard
d) never
d) never
119
Which way should the grain of plywood subflooring run in relation to the floor joists?
a) parallel
b) perpendicular
c) diagonal
d) however it fits best
b) perpendicular
120
When must windows be double-glazed?
a) always
b) never
c) when facing west
d) when in a commercial building
b) never
