Question 1
Optimum moisture content shows the min soil moisture changes
ANSWER
True
Question 2
The Min swelling pressure of concrete is ____ psi?
ANSWER
3,000
Question 3
Foundation/Footing drains are installed at what depth?
ANSWER
At or below area to be protected
Question 4
A guideline for the appropriate slope of a lot away from a house is
ANSWER
Six inches over ten feet
1
,Question 5
A low depression used in the soil for drainage
ANSWER
Swale
Question 6
Briefly state the function of gutters and downspouts
ANSWER
Gutters and downspouts carry water from the roof away from the building, protecting the
cladding system and the foundation
Question 7
Why shouldn't you align a beam with a gutter to check for sag?
ANSWER
Gutters slope so they always look off level
Question 8
Why are porous materials near a house a potential problem?
ANSWER
The earth below them may be impervious, and slope toward the house
Question 9
2
,Which of the following is an implication of improper lot grading
ANSWER
Foundation damage
Question 10
What is a finishing grading practice?
ANSWER
Sand mixed with top soil
Question 11
What is a common problem with grading?
ANSWER
Steep slope
Question 12
The min. Swelling pressure of expansive soil is ____ psi?
ANSWER
5,000
Question 13
All of the following are common problems with walks and driveways EXCEPT
ANSWER
Control joints
3
, Question 14
Dramatic slope is likely less important if the ground surface is: sand or asphalt?
ANSWER
Asphalt, True
Question 15
What are the risks associated with an improperly draining walkway?
ANSWER
Moss or ice, which are trip hazards. Surface damage of the material itself, and water
penetration into the building if the surface is against the house
Question 16
How might paint indicate that a beam has slipped out of its pocket?
ANSWER
If the beam has been painted and there are unpainted parts visible at the supports, this
may indicate movement of the beam, TRUE.
Question 17
Joists are usually spaced _________ or ___________ inches on center.
ANSWER
16 or 24 inches
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Optimum moisture content shows the min soil moisture changes
ANSWER
True
Question 2
The Min swelling pressure of concrete is ____ psi?
ANSWER
3,000
Question 3
Foundation/Footing drains are installed at what depth?
ANSWER
At or below area to be protected
Question 4
A guideline for the appropriate slope of a lot away from a house is
ANSWER
Six inches over ten feet
1
,Question 5
A low depression used in the soil for drainage
ANSWER
Swale
Question 6
Briefly state the function of gutters and downspouts
ANSWER
Gutters and downspouts carry water from the roof away from the building, protecting the
cladding system and the foundation
Question 7
Why shouldn't you align a beam with a gutter to check for sag?
ANSWER
Gutters slope so they always look off level
Question 8
Why are porous materials near a house a potential problem?
ANSWER
The earth below them may be impervious, and slope toward the house
Question 9
2
,Which of the following is an implication of improper lot grading
ANSWER
Foundation damage
Question 10
What is a finishing grading practice?
ANSWER
Sand mixed with top soil
Question 11
What is a common problem with grading?
ANSWER
Steep slope
Question 12
The min. Swelling pressure of expansive soil is ____ psi?
ANSWER
5,000
Question 13
All of the following are common problems with walks and driveways EXCEPT
ANSWER
Control joints
3
, Question 14
Dramatic slope is likely less important if the ground surface is: sand or asphalt?
ANSWER
Asphalt, True
Question 15
What are the risks associated with an improperly draining walkway?
ANSWER
Moss or ice, which are trip hazards. Surface damage of the material itself, and water
penetration into the building if the surface is against the house
Question 16
How might paint indicate that a beam has slipped out of its pocket?
ANSWER
If the beam has been painted and there are unpainted parts visible at the supports, this
may indicate movement of the beam, TRUE.
Question 17
Joists are usually spaced _________ or ___________ inches on center.
ANSWER
16 or 24 inches
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