IDPX Practice Test (2)

Question 1

All of the following are true about a site analysis except?

(A) requires walking through the space

(B) required understanding both the neighborhood and social context of the project

(C) is typically conducted by the architect

(D) requires measuring space

Answer 1

(C) is typically conducted by the architect

Question 2

The ABC design firm has just contracted to design a small 3 person medical practice. This is the 6 such type project the firm has designed in the last 12 months. Which of the following fee methods would be most appropriate to use for this project?

(A) fixed fee

(B) retail method

(C) percentage of project cost

(D) square footage method

Answer 2

(C) percentage of project cost

Question 3

Which of the following presentation options would be MOST useful to communicate the design of an interior space to a client who may not be adept at understanding two-dimensional drawings?

(A) model

(B) materials presentation board

(C) 2pt perspective

(D) elevation

Answer 3

(A) model

Question 4

Interior designer Daisy is developing material and color boards for a current project, what phase of design is the project in?

(A) schematic design and design development phases

(B) design development and contract design phases

(C) programming and schematic design phases

(D) schematic design phase

Answer 4

(D) schematic design phase

Question 5

How would a project manager keep track of the progress of the job to see if the planned aspects of time,and fee are being accomplished? Interior designer Daisy is developing material and color boards for a current project, what phase of design is the project in?

(A) by implementing and monitoring a project perfection chart

(B) by holding periodic meetings with the contractor and all consultants to discuss the progress of the job design development and contract design phases

(C) by comparing weekly time sheet with original estimates programming and schematic design phases

(D) by ensuring that the contractor submit his scheduled payouts in a timely manner schematic design phase

Answer 5

(C) by comparing weekly time sheet with original estimates programming and schematic design phases

Question 6

Which of the following is a disadvantage of the departmental organization format?

(A) encourages everyone to gain a breadth of experience or share their knowledge in other aspects of project planning and completion

(B) communication between departments about any particular project can be challenging

(C) is a collaborative approach to project planning that can cause confusion among departments

(D) doesn’t provide for equal contribution from all team members and can be viewed as a non progressive approach to project completion

Answer 6

(B) communication between departments about any particular project can be challenging

Question 7

According to the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) all of the following are true about FOB Factory except?

(A) title passes to the buyer after the goods are consigned at the factory

(B) the manufacturer is responsible for the loss or damage during shipping

(C) buyer owns furniture once it leaves factory

(D) buyer pays transportation costs

Answer 7

(B) the manufacturer is responsible for the loss or damage during shipping

Question 8

All of the following are true about meeting minutes except?

(A) provide a written record should legal disputes arise

(B) one of the best techniques for taking minutes is to use a pre printed form

(C) are necessary for major client, architect and contractor meetings only

(D) should be taken for every single project related meeting

Answer 8

(C) are necessary for major client, architect and contractor meetings only

Question 9

Which of the following structural systems could small ductwork MOST easily be placed within?

(A) twin T concrete

(B) open-web steel joist

(C)flat plate concrete

(D) none of the these

Answer 9

(C)flat plate concrete

Question 10

In order to receive periodic payments what must the contractor issue to the interior designer?

(A)submit an invoice to the interior designer after the designer has made a site inspection to determine the work that has been completed

(B) schedule a site inspection with the interior designer at least 10 days before the date established for each payment in the owner contract. After which, an invoice should be submitted no later than 5 days after the scheduled inspection

(C) submit a notarized application to the owner for payment at least 10 days before the date established for each payment in the owner contract agreement

(D) submit a notarized application for payment to the interior designer at least 10 days before the date established for each payment in the owner contract agreement

Answer 10

(D) submit a notarized application for payment to the interior designer at least 10 days before the date established for each payment in the owner contract agreement

Question 11

Once construction has begun the interior designer has a number of responsibilities under the owner-designer agreement and in accordance with the General Conditions of the Contract for Construction and the General Conditions of the Contract for Furniture, Furnishings and Equipment. Which of the followings in NOT one of the interior designer’s responsibilities?

(A reject construction work that does not conform to the contract documents

(B) alert the contractor and owner of any safety violations observed

(C) after receiving written instruction from the owner, instruct the contractor to schedule any additional needed field tests

(D) right to reject furniture and equipment

Answer 11

(D) right to reject furniture and equipment

Question 12

When assigning responsibility to a design team member the most important thing a project manager or designer needs to do is?

(A) give the team member the authority to make decisions and carry out actions

(B) acknowledge the team member for a job well done

(C) provide the appropriate support staff for the team member to carry out assigned tasks

(D) be sensitive to the manager-subordinate relationship

Answer 12

(A) give the team member the authority to make decisions and carry out actions

Question 13

You are working on a project that requires a variety of uniquely shaped decorative columns and molding to be incorporated into the space, which of the following materials would be the best and most economical choice to use for these elements?

(A) styrofoam

(B) glass-reinforced gypsum

(C) acrylic

(D) masonry

Answer 13

(B) glass-reinforced gypsum

Question 14

During which project phase would the interior design review and approve consultant’s billing?

(A) construction documentation

(B) negotiating

(C) contract administration

(D) programming

Answer 14

(A) construction documentation

Question 15

Which of the following terms refers to materials generated in manufacturing processes that have been recovered or diverted from solid waste?

(A) recovered materials

(B) pre industrial materials

(C) post consumer materials

(D) pre consumer materials

Answer 15

(D) pre consumer materials

Question 16

Interior designer Kelly wants to get the best price for the hardwood flooring she is specifying, but doesn’t want to sacrifice the quality of the material which of the following specifications would be the best for her to write in order to achieve both goals?

(A) base-bid specification with “approved equal” language

(B) prescriptive specification

(C) proprietary specification

(D) Master specification

Answer 16

(A) base-bid specification with “approved equal” language

Question 17

The first and most preliminary budgets are typically estimated based on?

(A) project size

(B) history - cost of similar type projects

(C) none of these

(D) available resources

Answer 17

(A) project size

Question 18

What type of floor plan related to health and safety is posted in public and commercial buildings?

(A) none of these

(B) escape plan

(C) fire plan

(D) egress plan

Answer 18

(D) egress plan

Question 19

What is the owner’s responsibility when merchandise is delivered to the job site and the AIA document A251, General Conditions of the Contract for Furniture, Furnishings and Equipment is being used?

(A) inspecting delivered good, but only for the purposes of identifying merchandise and verifying quantities.

(B) pay any COD charges

(C) accept and take control of merchandise

(D) inspect the goods for damage and refuse delivery of any damaged items

Answer 19

(A) inspecting delivered good, but only for the purposes of identifying merchandise and verifying quantities.

Question 20

Which of the following is true about permanent tactile signage?

(A) the mounting height of the base-line of the lowest tactile character must be 36” (810mm) minimum and 60” maximum to the baseline of the highest tactile character

(B) the mounting height of the base-line of the lowest tactile character must be 48” (810mm) maximum and 60” minimum to the baseline of the highest tactile character

(C) there must be a minimum clear floor space of 24” x 18” (605 mm x 455 mm) centered on the tactile characters and beyond the arc of the door swing.

(D) must be mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door such that there is a minimum clear floor space of 18” x 18” (455mm x 455mm) centered on the tactile characters beyond the arc of the door swing

Answer 20

(D) must be mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door such that there is a minimum clear floor space of 18” x 18” (455mm x 455mm) centered on the tactile characters beyond the arc of the door swing

Question 21

What would be the easiest way to increase the IIC value of a conference room floor?

(A) providing a thick flooring at least 1/8” thick

(B) providing a resiliently suspended ceiling below

(C) carpeting the floor

(D) providing sound- absorbing material (insulation) in the air space between the floor and the finished ceiling below

Answer 21

(C) carpeting the floor

Question 22

Mid-way into a project the interior designer realizes that that they have forgotten to order the fabric needed for the living draperies. Since time is critical what is the best way to expedite the order?

(A) contact the vendor to let them know of your challenges and immediately issue a purchase order

(B) change the draperies to a pre-fabricated product that can be delivered in time to complete the project

(C) contact the vendor and place the order via the phone

(D) contact the vendor, place the order via the phone and ask for an acknowledgment

Answer 22

(A) contact the vendor to let them know of your challenges and immediately issue a purchase order

Question 23

Sarah has decided to open her own design studio as a sole proprietor operating from her home. One of her services will be the purchase and resale of furniture. In addition to making sure that local zoning permits retail sales to be made from her home office location, what must she obtain in order to resell goods?

(A) corporate identification number and sales tax license

(B) a sales tax license and local business license

(C) corporate identification number and resale license

(D) a local business license, corporate identification number and resale license

Answer 23

(B) a sales tax license and local business license

Question 24

When designing an ADA compliant toilet stall all of the following apply except

(A) grab bars are to be mounted between 33”-36” AFF (840 mm - 900 mm)

(B) the stall must be at least 60”W x 59”D (1500 mm x 1475 mm)

(C) there must be at least one grab at the toilet

(D) an 18” (450 mm) clear space on the pull side of the door and a 12” (300 mm) clear space on the push space must be maintained

Answer 24

(B) the stall must be at least 60”W x 59”D (1500 mm x 1475 mm)

Question 25

Using the square foot calculation method, - determine how many double rolls of a solid colored wallpaper that is 27” (686 mm) wide [each single roll covers 36 sq ft (3.35 m2)] would be required for a room that is 20 ft (6096 mm) x 25 ft (7620 mm) with 10 ft (3048 mm) high ceilings, has a 5 ft (1524 mm) x 6 ft (1829 mm) picture window, two 2 ft (610 mm) x 3 ft (915 mm) windows and one 3 ft (915 mm) x 7 ft (2134 mm) door?

(A) 15 double rolls

(B) 28 double rolls

(C) 30 double rolls

(D) 12 double rolls

Answer 25

(A) 15 double rolls

Question 26

Snow on a building’s room top is an example of?

(A) dynamic load

(B) dead load

(C) live load

(D) reason for a slip joint

Answer 26

(C) live load

Question 27

A well crafted design concept statement should be all of the following except?

(A) takes into consideration the size, entry point, windows and other fixed elements in the project space

(B) reviewed with the client before more detailed space planning and material selections begin

(C) should be 1-4 well developed paragraphs that discuss how the designer will specifically solve the design prob

(D) concise and defines the essence of the design

Answer 27

(C) should be 1-4 well developed paragraphs that discuss how the designer will specifically solve the design prob

Question 28

All of the following are project close out tasks that the interior designer is expected for complete except?

(A) helping the client with problems during move-in and immediately after

(B) providing the cleaning procedures for finish materials

(C) issue the certificate of occupancy

(D) issue the certificate of substantial completion

Answer 28

(C) issue the certificate of occupancy

Question 29

The 4 broad categories of window treatments are?

(A) operable, motorized, fixed coverings, soft coverings

(B) shades, blinds, decorative panels and fixed coverings

(C) operable, motorized, shades and blinds

(D) shades, blinds, soft coverings,and fixed coverings

Answer 29

(D) shades, blinds, soft coverings,and fixed coverings

Question 30

Which of the following is not true about a parti diagram?

(A) it should depict the functional, sensory, and or emotional aspects of the design

(B) it communicates and conveys the experience you intent to create

(C) it can be the culmination of one or more design concepts

(D) it is always a sketchy informal drawing

Answer 30

(D) it is always a sketchy informal drawing

Question 31

In some states an interior designer is required to have a license to practice design. This requirement is based on a state’s?

(A) enabling legislation

(B) exclusionary legislation

(C) state regulatory requirements

(D) practice act

Answer 31

(D) practice act

Question 32

Conducting a site analysis is

(A) not necessary for smaller projects

(B) design development pha

(C) none of these

(D) due diligence

Answer 32

(D) due diligence

Question 33

If a designer was remodeling a building that was classified as TYPE V construction what would be their biggest consideration?

(A) none of these a TYPE V building can be as high and large a needed as it is the most fire resisitive

(B) the final proposed height of the building

(C) the final proposed square footage and height of the building

(D) the occupancy group

Answer 33

(C) the final proposed square footage and height of the building

Question 34

Which test determines the color fastness under light exposure of textile materials?

(A) Color fastness to crocking

(B) Crocking resistance test

(C) Fade-ometer

(D) Martindale test

Answer 34

(C) Fade-ometer

Question 35

Suzie is selecting the fabrics for accent pillows for a busy hotel atrium lounge, which fiber choice would be the LEAST appropriate.?

(A) wool

(B) nylon

(C) rayon

(D) polyster

Answer 35

(C) rayon

Question 36

What is the typical term used to describe the furniture sales agreement between the client and interior designer?

(A) bill of ladel

(B) proposal

(C) purchase order

(D) none of these

Answer 36

(A) bill of ladel

Question 37

What method enables the designer and owner to evaluate the cost implication of each building component and to make decisions concerning both quantity and quality that might meet the original budget estimate?

(A) parameter

(B) cost indexing

(C) parameter and matrix costing

(D) none of these

Answer 37

(C) parameter and matrix costing

Question 38

If a material does not ignite and burn it is considered to be?

(A) flame resistant

(B) self extinguishing

(C) noncombustible

(D) fire retardant

Answer 38

(C) noncombustible

Question 39

Which would NOT be a ratio used to measure the status of a business’s financial health?

(A) current ratio

(B) chargeable ratio

(C) overhead rate

(D) revenue per total staff

Answer 39

(A) current ratio

Question 40

The following is an example of what type of concrete structural system?

(A) flat plate

(B) one way pan joist

(C) beam and girder

(D) flat slab

Answer 40

(D) flat slab

Question 41

Which of the following would NOT be a strategy that a designer could use to reduce energy consumption?

(A) complete the building commissioning process

(B) ensure that all building systems have been inspected, tested, started, adjusted, verified and documented that they are operating as intended and meet the design criteria prior to occupancy

(C) control ventilation

(D) design ambien/task lighting systems

Answer 41

(C) control ventilation

Question 42

Which of the following is not one of the four basic kinds of communication that takes place in a design office?

(A) inter-personal

(B) instructional

(C) social

(D) reward and punishment

Answer 42

(A) inter-personal

Question 43

In which of the following scenarios would a designer require pre payment?

(A) all of the these

(B) when ordering furniture for a client

(C) when the designer has not established credit with the vendor and needs the prepayment to place the order

(D) to determine if a client is serious about moving forward with the design project

Answer 43

(A) all of the these

Question 44

Which of the following would not be evaluated during a post occupancy evaluation?

(A) is furniture adequately functional for requirements of space

(B) project management processes

(C) contractor and sub contractor’s performance

(D) adequacy of acoustics

Answer 44

(B) project management processes

Question 45

All of the following are true about detail drawings except?

(A) if the project is negotiated, the details must be very complete and fully describe the extent of the work so the client will get a valid cost quote.

(B) the number of details depends on whether the job is being bid or negotiated.

(C) typically drawn at a large scale of 1”= 1’-0” (1:10) or larger

(D) show complex information

Answer 45

(A) if the project is negotiated, the details must be very complete and fully describe the extent of the work so the client will get a valid cost quote.

Question 46

In regards to barrier free/ universal design all of the following are true about ramps except?

(A) a ramp must have a minimum clear width of 42” (1060 mm)

(B) ramps with rises greater than 6 in (150 mm) or lengths greater than 72 in (1830 mm) must have handrails mounted on both sides with the top of the handrail mounted at 34 in tot 38 in (865 mmto 965 mm) above the ramp surface

(C) landing lengths must be a minimum of 60” (1525 mm)

(D) a ramp may not have a slope greater than 1:12

Answer 46

(A) a ramp must have a minimum clear width of 42” (1060 mm)

Question 47

In regards to stairs a flight is?

(A) a change in elevation having two or more risers

(B) a series of two or more risers between one floor or landing and the next

(C) the portion of egress achieving a change in elevation by means of a single riser

(D) the flat portion immediately adjacent to either the bottom or top of the stairca

Answer 47

(B) a series of two or more risers between one floor or landing and the next

Question 48

You have been contracted to redesign a gutted condo in a high-rise multi-use building. Your client is a concert violinist who often practices at home. Which of the following wall treatments would be the most functional and aesthetically pleasing?

(A) upholstery

(B) fabric wall covering

(C) acoustic panels

(D) wallpaper

Answer 48

(C) acoustic panels

Question 49

Which of the following tells a designer how many seats in a restaurant must allow for wheelchair access?

(A) BOMA

(B) ADA Accessibility Guidelines

(C) local city regulations issued by the AHJ

(D) scoping provisions

Answer 49

(D) scoping provisions

Question 50

All of the following are true about a construction manager (CM) except?

(A) may act as an agent of the owner and be responsible for hiring contractors, advising on costs and managing the construction process

(B) may be hired by the owner to act as a consultant to advise on costs and construction methods

(C) always participates in the construction of the pro

(D) is a third party who is an expert in construction, costing and the management of the construction process

Answer 50

(C) always participates in the construction of the pro

Question 51

All of the following are true when the designer acts as the purchasing agent for the client except?

(A) a sales agreement or proposal includes the cost of the items and applicable taxes

(B) a sales agreement or proposal includes the cost of labor

(C) the client is obligated to pay for all goods, taxes and shipping charges listed on the unsigned sales agreement or proposal

(D) a purchase order is prepared after the client has signed the sales agreement or proposal

Answer 51

(C) the client is obligated to pay for all goods, taxes and shipping charges listed on the unsigned sales agreement or proposal

Question 52

All of the following are true about cash accounting except?

(A) revenues and expenses are grouped into individual accounts for the purposes of auditing, review, tax preparation, management and analysis

(B) cannot be used if a business maintains an inventory

(C)can be used by corporations, single persons and small firms

(D) simple and often used by single person and small firms

Answer 52

(C)can be used by corporations, single persons and small firms

Question 53

Which of the following is NOT true about architectural woodwork?

(A) is custom, shop fabricated millwork

(B) is sometimes referred to as millwork

(C) architectural woodwork can be finished on the job site

(D) allows for the incorporation of materials other than wood such as ornamental metal, glass, leather, stone, etc…

Answer 53

(C) architectural woodwork can be finished on the job site

Question 54

Who is responsible for the inspection of furniture delivered and final inspection of furniture installed

and when does it constitute acceptance of or taking charge or control over the furniture?

(A) the designer, upon delivery of furniture

(B) the owner, upon final written acceptance

(C) the client upon inspection at time of furniture delivery

(D) the designer, upon final written acceptance

Answer 54

(B) the owner, upon final written acceptance

Question 55

Which of the following would not be a primary consideration when choosing a light source?

and when does it constitute acceptance of or taking charge or control over the furniture?

(A) efficacy

(B) operating life cost

(C) size

(D) aesthetics

Answer 55

(D) aesthetics

Question 56

Which of the following fabrics would be the poorest choice to use for sofa upholstery in a sunroom?

(A) wool

(B) rayon

(C) cotton

(D) nylon

Answer 56

(B) rayon

Question 57

Which of the following would be the best wall treatment to use in a hospital corridor?

(A) acoustic fabric panels

(B) wall paper

(C) Type III vinyl wall covering

(D) Type I vinyl wall covering

Answer 57

(C) Type III vinyl wall covering

Question 58

What is an expressed warranty?

(A) implies that when a merchant sells goods , the seller understands the characteristics of the goods he or she is selling and can thus specify them for proper use

(B) none of these

(C) promises, claims, descriptions,or affirmations made about a product’s performance, quality or condition that form the “basis of the bargain”

(D) holds the seller liable for any and all defective or hazardous products which unduly threaten a consumre’s personal safety

Answer 58

(C) promises, claims, descriptions,or affirmations made about a product’s performance, quality or condition that form the “basis of the bargain”

Question 59

All of the following are true about “employment at will” except?

(A) employee cannot be terminated because of age, sex, or religion

(B) employee can be terminated without explanation

(C) employee cannot be bound to an non-compete requirement

(D) employee can be terminated at any time

Answer 59

(C) employee cannot be bound to an non-compete requirement

Question 60

Sawdust and wood chips that have been made into panel products are examples of?

(A) renewable products

(B) salvaged materials

(C) post industrial materials

(D) recycled products

Answer 60

(C) post industrial materials

Question 61

When setting the final fee agreement with the client a designer should consider all of the following except?

(A) reimbursables

(B) consultant fees

(C) contractor’s fees

(D) projection of the scope of work

Answer 61

(C) contractor’s fees

Question 62

Planning requires setting requirements in which three critical areas?

(A) time, quality and quantity

(B) time, fees and quality

(C) scheduling, quality and quantity

(D) quality,fees, quantity

Answer 62

(B) time, fees and quality

Question 63

If the client has asked the designer to purchase the furniture for a project, which form would be used to order and track the furniture?

(A) bill of lading

(B) COM

(C) acknowledgment

(D) PO

Answer 63

(D) PO

Question 64

Which of the following does not happen during project close-out?

(A) verify that all operating instructions, guarantees, maintenance procedures, etc… are forwarded to client

(B) verify correction of punch list items

(C) respond to owner’s questions and problems during “shakedown” period immediately after move-in

(D) assist with move-in as outlined in agreement

Answer 64

(B) verify correction of punch list items

Question 65

What is the usage classification assigned to a building or interior space that differentiates various types of fire hazards, and the life safety characteristics of various uses?

(A) occupancy class

(B) occupancy type

(C) occupancy group

(D) life safety classification

Answer 65

(A) occupancy class

Question 66

In which of the following scenarios would a designer require pre payment?

(A) when placing the order for custom window treatments

(B) all of the these

(C) to determine if a client is serious about moving forward with the design project

(D) when the designer has not established credit with the vendor and needs the prepayment to place the order

Answer 66

(B) all of the these

Question 67

A schedule for construction drawings would be use to indicate all of the following except?

(A) types of doors

(B) the finish on floors

(C) window treatment hardware

(D) the types of windows

Answer 67

(C) window treatment hardware

Question 68

Which of the following is NOT true about the Design-Bid-Build project delivery method?

(A) takes longer than other delivery methods

(B) the construction documents must be completely finished before bidding

(C) the contractor may point out problems, make suggestion or propose changes in the design or specification to reduce the cost of the project

(D) is typically used for medium to large size projects

Answer 68

(C) the contractor may point out problems, make suggestion or propose changes in the design or specification to reduce the cost of the project

Question 69

All of the following are true about public relations except?

(A) all public relations efforts must communicate on the public’s terms in language that they understand

(B) attempts to create a positive image of the design firm on behalf of some group of people

(C) like marketing public relations is tied to a particular potential job or single potential client

(D) establishes and communicates the firms presence to various groups or “publics” on several different levels

Answer 69

(C) like marketing public relations is tied to a particular potential job or single potential client

Question 70

During a site visit and while construction is going on a designer notices unsafe working conditions. What should the designer do?

(A) alert the contractor to the situation and write a letter to the owner stating what was observed

(B) tell the construction crew to stop working and add the necessary barricades

(C) nothing, this is the contractor’s responsibility

(D) have the contractor stop work until the problem has been corrected

Answer 70

(A) alert the contractor to the situation and write a letter to the owner stating what was observed

Question 71

Which of the following is NOT a type of an owner-designer contract?

(A) standard pre-printed form developed by ASID

(B) all of these are different types of owner-designer contracts

(C) standard pre printed form developed by AIA

(D) document developed by the designer’s or client’s attorney

Answer 71

(B) all of these are different types of owner-designer contracts

Question 72

Project manager Cindy is working with a new and not very experienced design team to build and design a small medical office.

Which of the following design and scheduling methods would be the easiest for her young team to understand and suitable for this particular project?

(A) Gantt chart

(B) Critical Path Management System

(C) full wall schedule

(D) PERT chart

Answer 72

(A) Gantt chart

Question 73

After meeting with her clients to make changes to the tile design in the bath the designer meets with the contractor and tile supplier to convey the intended changes. What is the legal concept that the designer is practicing?

(A) agency

(B) general conditions of the contract

(C) restrictive covenant

(D) duty

Answer 73

( A) agency

Question 74

Interior designer Daisy is developing material and color boards for a current project, what phase of design is the project in?

(A) design development and contract design phases

(B) schematic design phase

(C) design development phase

(D) schematic design and design development phases

Answer 74

(B) schematic design phase

Question 75

When working in a tenant space, which of the following does not require a fire rated partition?

(A) all partitions along the public corridors

(B) a 75 sq ft ( 7.5 m2) storage room

(C) partitions that demise the 800 sq ft ( 74.3 m2) training room

(D) the demising partitions between tenant spaces

Answer 75

(B) a 75 sq ft ( 7.5 m2) storage room

Question 76

A designer is working on a south Florida restaurant that includes an outdoor eating area.

The client would like to be able to create an ambient mood with lighting that can be dimmed, which type of lighting system would best accomplish the client’s goals and stay within the 1.5 watt \ sq foot lighting budget?

(A) high output LED fixtures on dimmer

(B) fluorescent fixtures on a dimmer

(C) incandescent fixtures on a dimmer

(D) adjustable recessed halogen lighting with dimmer

Answer 76

(A) high output LED fixtures on dimmer

Question 77

A designer can control the acoustic quality of a room with the following?

(A) space planning

(B) wall construction with a low STC rating

(C) none of these

(D) specifying rigid interior partitions

Answer 77

(A) space planning

Question 78

Which of the following is not part of interior design delivery service?

(A) removal of all cartoning and packaging materials

(B) unpacking and uncartoning goods at job site

(C) installation

(D) transportation of merchandise from local warehouse to client’s location

Answer 78

(C) installation

Question 79

Which of the following would not be evaluated during a post occupancy evaluation?

(A) contractor and sub contractor’s performance

(B) project management processes

(C) is furniture adequately functional for requirements of space

(D) adequacy of acoustics

Answer 79

(B) project management processes

Question 80

An interior designer has reviewed and approved the shop drawings for the installation of a door with glazing between two existing glass block walls.

During construction, the subcontractor responsible for installing the door discovers that it will not fit as planned. Who is responsibility to correct and pay for the error?

(A) owner

(B) general contractor

(C) sub contractor

(D) interior designer

Answer 80

(B) general contractor

Question 81

All of the following are true about a design concept except?

(A) should be concise define the essence of the design

(B) should be used to proceed with detailed space planning and material selections that will be presented to client

(C) may be simple or complex

(D) specify particular physical responses

Answer 81

(B) should be used to proceed with detailed space planning and material selections that will be presented to client

Question 82

Which of the following is not one of the four basic kinds of communication that takes place in a design office?

(A) inter-personal

(B) instructional

(C) reward and punishment

(D) social

Answer 82

(A) inter-personal

Question 83

You have been contracted to redesign a gutted condo in a high-rise multi-use building. Your client is a concert violinist who often practices at home.

Which of the following wall treatments would be the most functional and aesthetically pleasing?

(A) wallpaper

(B) vinyl wall covering

(C) fabric wall covering

(D) acoustic panels

Answer 83

(D) acoustic panels

Question 84

According to the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) all of the following are true about FOB Factory except?

(A) the manufacturer is responsible for the loss or damage during shipping

(B) title passes to the buyer after the goods are consigned at the factory

(C) buyer owns furniture once it leaves factory

(D) buyer pays transportation costs

Answer 84

(A) the manufacturer is responsible for the loss or damage during shipping

Question 85

The ability of a previously used material to be used as a a resource in the manufacture of a new product is?

(A) coproduction

(B) material recovery

(C) biodegradability

(D) recyclability

Answer 85

(D) recyclability

Question 86

Which of the following is true about directional and informational signage?

(A) lettering height should be determined by the viewing distance and can range from 5/8” - 6” (16 mm - 150 mm)

(B) only uppercase lettering many be used. height of lettering must range between 5/8” - 2” (16 mm- 50 mm)

(C) uppercase or lowercase lettering can be used , height of lettering must range between 5/8” - 3” (16 mm- 75 mm)

(D) only uppercase lettering many be used. height of lettering must range between 5/8” - 3” (16 mm -75 mm)

Answer 86

(C) uppercase or lowercase lettering can be used , height of lettering must range between 5/8” - 3” (16 mm- 75 mm)

Question 87

Which would NOT be a ratio used to measure the status of a business’s financial health?

(A) chargeable ratio

(B) quick revenue

(C) revenue per total staff

(D) current ratio

Answer 87

(A) chargeable ratio

Question 88

Who is responsible for the inspection of furniture delivered and final inspection of furniture installed

and when does it constitute acceptance of or taking charge or control over the furniture?

(A) the client upon inspection at time of furniture delivery

(B) the receiving warehouse upon delivery of furniture to warehouse

(C) the owner, upon final written acceptance

(D) the designer, upon delivery of furniture

Answer 88

(C) the owner, upon final written acceptance

Question 89

What is the typical term used to describe the furniture sales agreement between the client and interior designer?

(A) purchase order

(B) bill of ladel

(C) proposal

(D) none of these

Answer 89

(C) proposal

Question 90

Which of the following is not true about a post occupancy evaluation?

(A) most clients will only contract and pay for a POE if they intend to construct additional, similar facilities

(B) provides valuable information for the interior designer

(C) in most cases a POE is an informal review undertaken at the interior designer’s own time and expenses

(D) is a standard part of the interior design contract

Answer 90

(D) is a standard part of the interior design contract

Question 91

How would a project manager determine the fee projection for a specific project?

(A) determine the amount of profit, staff time and labor, consultant fees, overhead and other expenses that will not be used for professional time, add these together to determine the projected project fee

(B) determine the cost of staff time and labor, consultant fees, contractor fee, overhead and other expenses that will not be used for professional time, add these together to determine the projected project fee

(C) take a client’s total available budget and deduct amounts for anticipate expenses, overhead and labor the balance is what will determine the firm’s profit

(D) take the total fee a designer will receive for a project and deduct the amounts for profit, overhead and other expenses that will not be used for professional time, then allocate the balance to the schedule,and staff who will work on the project

Answer 91

(D) take the total fee a designer will receive for a project and deduct the amounts for profit, overhead and other expenses that will not be used for professional time, then allocate the balance to the schedule,and staff who will work on the project

Question 92

Snow on a building’s room top is an example of?

(A) dead load

(B) dynamic load

(C) gravity load

(D) live load

Answer 92

(D) live load

Question 93

This system is divided into the following three parts: General\Products\Execution?

(A) reference standard specifications

(B) CSI MasterFormat

(C) Guide specifications

                     (D)   Master specifications

Answer 93

(B) CSI MasterFormat

Question 94

Interior designer Kelly wants to get the best price for the hardwood flooring she is specifying, but doesn’t want to sacrifice the quality of the material

which of the following specifications would be the best for her to write in order to achieve both goals?

(A) Master specification

(B) performance specification

(C) base-bid specification with “approved equal” language

                     (D)  proprietary specification

Answer 94

(C) base-bid specification with “approved equal” language

Question 95

Typical commercial construction uses?

(A) 2 1/2 in or 4 in (64 mm or 102 mm) metal studs spaced 24 in (610 mm) on center

(B) 2/12 in or 3 5/8 in (64 mm or 92 mm) metal studs spaced 16 in (400 mm) on center

(C) 2/12 in or 3 5/8 in (64 mm or 92 mm) wood studs spaced 24 in (610mm) on center

(D) 2/12 in or 3 5/8 in (64 mm or 92 mm) metal studs spaced 24 in (610 mm) on center

Answer 95

(D) 2/12 in or 3 5/8 in (64 mm or 92 mm) metal studs spaced 24 in (610 mm) on center

Question 96

In terms of an employment contract which of the following is true about a restrictive covenant?

(A) may limit or prohibit who an employee may work for during a specified amount of time after leaving the firm

(B) may limit or prohibit passing on confidential information to others

(C)all of the options are true

(D) may limit or prohibit working for the firm’s clients

Answer 96

(C)all of the options are true

Question 97

Which common structural system would typically be found in a one story or low -rise building with wide column spacing

and would allow for mechanical and electrical service ducts, pipes and conduit to be easily run between the members?

(A) double tee

(B) single tee

(C) open-web joist system

(D) beam-and-girder

Answer 97

(C) open-web joist system