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What is the MINIMUM number of anchor bolts REQUIRED for anchoring a 12 foot section of wood still plate to a foundation ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------three bolts What is the MINIMUM square footage of net clear opening area for an egress window in a second floor sleeping area ------CORRECT ANSWER--- ------------5.70 square feet Which window type consists of an upper and a lower sash that slide vertically in the side jambs ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------Double hung windows Damp proofing on below-grade masonry foundation walls shall extend from the top of the footing to ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------6 inches above the finished grade Scaffolds MUST remain a MINIMUM of how many feet from a 50-kV power line ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------10 feet
The maximum REQUIREMENT for the thickness of masonry unit bed joints for the second course shall be ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------3/ inches What is not REQUIRED in exterior non bearing walls ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------low bearing headers What is the typical exposure of 3-tab asphalt shingles ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------5 inches A lengthwise grain separation between or through the growth rings of lumber is called a ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------Shake What is the MINIMUM roof slope REQUIRED for modified biturmen roofing ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------1/4 inch in 12 Flexible insulation placed in floor joists above an unheated crawl space should ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------Be well supported between joists When lumber dries in tends to shrink ------CORRECT ANSWER--------------- More in width than length What is the MAXIMUM thickness for an 8 foot high hollow masonry foundation wall that is 4 feet below finish grade on the exterior ------ CORRECT ANSWER---------------8 inches
What is the maximum thickness of bed joint? ------CORRECT ANSWER----- ----------3.8 joint What is first step in finishing concrete? ------CORRECT ANSWER------------- --screeding Ice dam protection needs to be _________ from the edge of eaves? ------ CORRECT ANSWER---------------24 inch Prior to the installation of wood floor how long for acclimation ------ CORRECT ANSWER--------------- 4 - 5 days Where to install radiant heat barrier in attic ------CORRECT ANSWER-------- -------Rafters High wind area how many fasteners per shingle ------CORRECT ANSWER- --------------6 fasteners what kind of siding can be vertically installed ------CORRECT ANSWER----- ----------board and batten space ties on concrete walls distance between ties ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------24 inch
When building a block foundation where does one start ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------Corners to center What is the maximum area for a window glazing panel in a 1 hr fire rated door installation on interior wall ------CORRECT ANSWER--------------- 100 sq inches A door frame consists of what parts ------CORRECT ANSWER--------------- 1 header 2 side jambs What material is acceptable for valley on asphalt shingle roof installation --- ---CORRECT ANSWER---------------mineral surfaced asphalt Guards on open sided walking surfaces need to be located more than________measured vertically to the floor ------CORRECT ANSWER---- -----------6 feet what type of gypsum is used in veneer plaster system ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------Blueboard Where do you art laying parquet flooring ------CORRECT ANSWER----------- ----centerline The top of the ladder shall extend at least _______ above the edge of the roof ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------3 feet above the roof line
What is the correct sequence for installing a bi-fold door ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------Top track, lower track, insert bottom pivot, insert upper pivot What is the MINIMUM height for a stairway handrail ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------34 inches How MUST rafters be framed to each other ------CORRECT ANSWER------- --------With a gusset plate The nailing holes in aluminum and vinyl siding are elongated to allow for --- ---CORRECT ANSWER---------------Expansion and contraction What are batter boards ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------stakes and ledger boards marking building lines The first step that needs to be taken prior to starting any excavation work is ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------contracting the local utility companies What is the MAXIMUM distance horizontal reinforcement can be placed from the top of a masonry partition wall ------CORRECT ANSWER------------ ---16 inches
What is the MINIMUM vertical reinforcement spacing for a reinforced concrete foundation wall that is 7 feet high and 10 inches thick on type SP soil ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------56 inches on center A third stairway stringer should be used when the stair width exceeds ------ CORRECT ANSWER---------------30 inches Unless otherwise specified, the standard guideline for spacing contraction joints is to space them in feet ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------2 times the stab depth in inches What is the MINIMUM lap of riveted horizontal lap siding ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------1/2inches For multiple-width masonry (mampostería de ancho múltiple) what is the MINIMUM thickness of grout between masonry units and reinforcements? - -----CORRECT ANSWER---------------1/4 inch What is the MAXIMUM dimension of the ventilation coverings for under- floor space ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------1/4 inch The MOST specific information about the size and location of windows would be found in a ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------window schedule What is the MINIMUM illumination for general constructions area lighting --- ---CORRECT ANSWER---------------5 foot candles
When installing a string of wall cabinets, the cabinets should ------ CORRECT ANSWER---------------Be attached to the adjacent cabinets before to the wall Which type of hydrated lime should be used for structural masonry wall -----
- CORRECT ANSWER---------------type S Fiber cement siding for exterior weather wall, the minimum thickness should be ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------0. For board and batten installation, how should batten be applied ------ CORRECT ANSWER---------------vertical What is the clearance for an exterior wood siding and finish grade where the wood is untreated ------CORRECT ANSWER---------------8 inches
