Ashworth College B06V Lesson 8 Exam Chap 16 - 21
Question 1 points
To determine if a plumbing subcontractor's bid is reasonable, the estimator should:
Question options:
have complete knowledge of the American Standard National Plumbing Code.
perform an independent detailed estimate including labor, materials, and equipment
for the plumbing work.
keep a complete file of all costs for reference.
average the high and low bid received.
Question
points
2
When preparing a plumbing finishes checklist, an estimator for the prime contractor should
include all of the following EXCEPT:
Question options:
<p>bath tubs.</p>
<p>water closets.</p>
<p>sewage lines.</p>
<p>drinking fountains and service sinks.</p>
Question
points
3
Wetwall construction consists of the following EXCEPT:
Question options:
lath.
wallboards.
plaster.
stucco.
Question
points
4
In a single contract arrangement:
Question options:
an electrical subcontractor will generally submit a check bid to the prime contractor.
a single prime contractor is responsible for the electric work.
the electric subcontractor is responsible for his work directly to the owner.
the electrical subcontractor's overhead and profit are included in the prime
contractor's overhead and profit.
Question
points
5
When estimating lath for wetwall construction, the estimator should:
Question options:
takeoff all lath in square feet.
specify diamond metal lath, which is ideal as a plaster base.
assume a 10% waste factor for all types of lath.
check a subcontractor's bid to ensure that it calls for the same lath as the contract
documents.
Question
points
6
, All of the following are underground utilities coordination requirements EXCEPT:
Question options:
floor drains.
utilities location, and size.
excavation specifics and by whom.
utilities depth and type.
Question
points
7
When considering the supporting system for drywall and wetwall construction:
Question options:
supporting systems should be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's
recommendations regardless of the contract specifications since the manufacturer is
guaranteeing the work.
if the specifications by the architect/engineer are stricter than the manufacturer's, it is
the architect/engineer's specifications that must be followed.
if the specifications by the architect/engineer are stricter than the manufacturer's, it is
the manufacturer's specifications that must be followed.
if the specifications by the architect/engineer are less strict than the manufacturer's
recommendations, the architect/engineer has relaxed the requirements on the project.
Follow his/her specifications.
Question
points
8
A typical material used in drywall construction is:
Question options:
vinyl-coated plywood.
lath.
stucco.
plaster.
Question
points
9
A suspended ceiling system:
Question options:
has limited options and is classified as an exposed grid system.
may be required if the supporting construction is not properly aligned and true or if
lower ceiling heights are required.
does not require lath to support the wetwall construction.
allows for many things including recessed lighting, acoustical control, and fire rating,
but cannot be used as a substitute for air distribution.
Question
points
10
Radiant-heat lath attributes are all of the following EXCEPT:
Question options:
perforated.
available in 48" widths and ½" to 5/8" thickness.
increase resistance to heat deterioration.
improves heat emission of electric cables.
Question 1 points
To determine if a plumbing subcontractor's bid is reasonable, the estimator should:
Question options:
have complete knowledge of the American Standard National Plumbing Code.
perform an independent detailed estimate including labor, materials, and equipment
for the plumbing work.
keep a complete file of all costs for reference.
average the high and low bid received.
Question
points
2
When preparing a plumbing finishes checklist, an estimator for the prime contractor should
include all of the following EXCEPT:
Question options:
<p>bath tubs.</p>
<p>water closets.</p>
<p>sewage lines.</p>
<p>drinking fountains and service sinks.</p>
Question
points
3
Wetwall construction consists of the following EXCEPT:
Question options:
lath.
wallboards.
plaster.
stucco.
Question
points
4
In a single contract arrangement:
Question options:
an electrical subcontractor will generally submit a check bid to the prime contractor.
a single prime contractor is responsible for the electric work.
the electric subcontractor is responsible for his work directly to the owner.
the electrical subcontractor's overhead and profit are included in the prime
contractor's overhead and profit.
Question
points
5
When estimating lath for wetwall construction, the estimator should:
Question options:
takeoff all lath in square feet.
specify diamond metal lath, which is ideal as a plaster base.
assume a 10% waste factor for all types of lath.
check a subcontractor's bid to ensure that it calls for the same lath as the contract
documents.
Question
points
6
, All of the following are underground utilities coordination requirements EXCEPT:
Question options:
floor drains.
utilities location, and size.
excavation specifics and by whom.
utilities depth and type.
Question
points
7
When considering the supporting system for drywall and wetwall construction:
Question options:
supporting systems should be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's
recommendations regardless of the contract specifications since the manufacturer is
guaranteeing the work.
if the specifications by the architect/engineer are stricter than the manufacturer's, it is
the architect/engineer's specifications that must be followed.
if the specifications by the architect/engineer are stricter than the manufacturer's, it is
the manufacturer's specifications that must be followed.
if the specifications by the architect/engineer are less strict than the manufacturer's
recommendations, the architect/engineer has relaxed the requirements on the project.
Follow his/her specifications.
Question
points
8
A typical material used in drywall construction is:
Question options:
vinyl-coated plywood.
lath.
stucco.
plaster.
Question
points
9
A suspended ceiling system:
Question options:
has limited options and is classified as an exposed grid system.
may be required if the supporting construction is not properly aligned and true or if
lower ceiling heights are required.
does not require lath to support the wetwall construction.
allows for many things including recessed lighting, acoustical control, and fire rating,
but cannot be used as a substitute for air distribution.
Question
points
10
Radiant-heat lath attributes are all of the following EXCEPT:
Question options:
perforated.
available in 48" widths and ½" to 5/8" thickness.
increase resistance to heat deterioration.
improves heat emission of electric cables.
