Inspector Prep State Exam 1

Question 1

1. Business should be conducted in a manner which:
   (a) Maintains maximum profitability to the inspector
   (b) Assures the client of the inspector’s independence from outside influences
   (c) Presents a neat and clean appearance
   (d) Compromises the inspector’s ability to render fair and impartial opinions

Answer 1

(b) Assures the client of the inspector’s independence from outside influences

Question 2

2. All advertising distributed by real estate inspectors must include:
   (a) The name of the inspector or assumed name
   (b) A table of prices and charges
   (c) The inspectors license number
   (d) A and C

Answer 2

(d) A and C

Question 3

3. Regarding scope and depth of real estate inspections, an inspector must first adhere to all rules:
   (a) Found within the language of the trade associations with which they are affiliated
   (b) Set forth in the language of the provisions by the state legislature
   (c) Dictated by a corporate partnership agreement
   (d) Agreed to, in writing, by the client

Answer 3

(b) Set forth in the language of the provisions by the state legislature

Question 4

4. During inspection, mechanical and electrical systems and appliances are:
   (a) Beyond the scope of a visual inspection
   (b) Only operated in normal modes and operating ranges
   (c) Operated at their limit capacity
   (d) Tested for the presence of dedicated GFCI protective circuits

Answer 4

(b) Only operated in normal modes and operating ranges

Question 5

5. The inspector is required to render a written report in a format promulgated by the state:
   (a) In all cases
   (b) Unless a different format is required by an agency of the federal government
   (c) Unless a different format is required by a client who buys or sells property in the due course of the client’s business
   (d) B and C

Answer 5

(b) Unless a different format is required by an agency of the federal government

Question 6

6. Inspectors are usually required to:
   (a) Inspect for the presence of toxic or hazardous wastes
   (b) Inspect for code compliance
   (c) Inspect for the efficiency of heating and air conditioning systems
   (d) None of the above

Answer 6

(d) None of the above

Question 7

7. The inspection of foundation, grading, and drainage does not require observations regarding:
   (a) Crawlspace areas
   (b) Crawlspace ventilation
   (c) Nearby tree roots
   (d) Lead paint

Answer 7

(d) Lead paint

Question 8

8. Roof inspections always require:
   (a) Walking on the roof
   (b) Identification of the roof covering material
   (c) Projecting and reporting the remaining life expectancy of the roof covering
   (d) A and B

Answer 8

(d) A and B

Question 9

9. Inspectors should report the approximate depth of attic insulation:
   (a) Whenever the attic space cannot be entered for inspection
   (b) Whenever inadequate insulation is suspected
   (c) Whenever the insulation is visible
   (d) None of the above

Answer 9

(c) Whenever the insulation is visible

Question 10

10. Inspectors are not required to report:
    (a) Damaged or missing glass panes in window frames
    (b) Fogging or other evidence of broken seals in insulated windows
    (c) Burglar bars or grates at bedroom windows which interfere with egress
    (d) The absence of storm doors

Answer 10

(d) The absence of storm doors

Question 11

11. Inspectors are required to inspect:
    (a) Operation of doors
    (b) Operation of awnings
    (c) Operation of shutters
    (d) The condition of paints and stains

Answer 11

(a) Operation of doors

Question 12

12. During the inspection of a fireplace, inspectors look for:
    (a) Adequacy of flue drafting
    (b) Presence and adequacy of non-combustible hearth extension
    (c) Presence and condition of coping or crown flashing, spark arrestor, and rain cap
    (d) B and C

Answer 12

(d) B and C

Question 13

13. During electrical inspections:
    (a) Integrity of service entrance cables and insulation are observed
    (b) The presence or absence of a system grounding electrode is observed
    (c) Inspection is made for the compatibility of overcurrent protectors with wire sizes in use
    (d) All of the above

Answer 13

(d) All of the above

Question 14

14. Electrical receptacles are not inspected for:
    (a) Correct polarity
    (b) Circuit grounding
    (c) Evidence of excess heat
    (d) Correct voltage

Answer 14

(d) Correct voltage

Question 15

15. GFCI protection is not required for receptacles:
    (a) At all bathroom locations
    (b) At garage locations
    (c) Within 6 feet of sinks
    (d) Within 5 feet of furnace blower locations

Answer 15

(d) Within 5 feet of furnace blower locations

Question 16

16. Inspectors are not required to:
    (a) Determine the operability of heating elements in electric furnaces
    (b) Observe the type, condition, draft, and termination of gas furnace flues
    (c) Inspect gas furnace burners for scale buildup
    (d) Fully evaluate the integrity of the heat exchanger in gas fired furnaces

Answer 16

(d) Fully evaluate the integrity of the heat exchanger in gas fired furnaces

Question 17

17. Inspectors are required to:
    (a) Observe for the presence and condition of insulation on air conditioner vapor lines and primary condensate drain lines
    (b) Operate air conditioner systems when the outdoor temperature is below 60 degrees
    (c) Inspect air conditioner condensing units for the condition of fins
    (d) A and C

Answer 17

(d) A and C

Question 18

18. Inspectors are not required to:
    (a) Measure the pressure of air conditioner system refrigerant
    (b) Determine the presence of refrigerant leaks
    (c) Report adequacy of air conditioner capacity as related to the homes square footage
    (d) All of the above

Answer 18

(d) All of the above

Question 19

19. During plumbing system inspection, observation must be made regarding:
    (a) Type and condition of accessible and visible supply pipes
    (b) Exterior plumbing components such as water mains, private sewers, and water wells
    (c) Free standing appliances
    (d) Effectiveness of anti-siphon devices

Answer 19

(a) Type and condition of accessible and visible supply pipes

Question 20

20. Inspectors must observe:
    (a) Functional water flow at 2 plumbing fixtures operated simultaneously
    (b) Functional drainage at accessible plumbing fixtures
    (c) Plumbing vent system termination
    (d) All of the above

Answer 20

(d) All of the above

Question 21

21. Hazardous conditions related to a drain line serving a temperature-and-pressure relief valve installed in a water heater do not include:
    (a) A drain line with a threaded discharge end
    (b) A drain line sloped to prevent positive gravity drain
    (c) A drain line of 3/8 inch diameter pipe
    (d) None of the above

Answer 21

(d) None of the above

Question 22

22. One item that is not important to the inspection of a gas fired water heater is:
    (a) Height above the garage floor
    (b) Availability of combustion and draft air
    (c) Verification of GFCI circuit protection
    (d) Condition of the flame

Answer 22

(c) Verification of GFCI circuit protection

Question 23

23. Inspectors are not required to:
    (a) Fill whirlpool equipment
    (b) Look under a hydrotherapy tub if access panel is not provided
    (c) Inspect the movement of whirlpool discharge ports
    (d) Verify the presence and operation of a GFCI protective device serving a whirlpool tub

Answer 23

(b) Look under a hydrotherapy tub if access panel is not provided

Question 24

24. Inspection of built in dishwashers does not include:
    (a) Condition of door gaskets
    (b) Operation of soap dispenser doors
    (c) Condition of dish tray rollers
    (d) None of the above

Answer 24

(d) None of the above

Question 25

25. In regards to oven and ranges, the inspector:
    (a) Disregards the operation of signal lights
    (b) Is not obligated to check for gas leaks
    (c) Uses an oven thermometer to measure oven temperature accuracy
    (d) Operates a representative sampling of range/cooktop burners

Answer 25

(c) Uses an oven thermometer to measure oven temperature accuracy