NEVADA C-3 PLUMBING CONTRACTOR LICENSE EXAM QUESTIONS & ANSWERS 202…
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Nevada C-3 Plumbing
Contractor License Exam
Questions & Answers 2026-
2027 | Updated Review
(Rationales)
Verified Answers Exam Ready With Rationales 54 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This Nevada C-3 Plumbing Contractor License Exam review document provides 54
questions with pre-filled correct answers and detailed rationales, focusing on wood-
destroying pest control. It is suitable for study and review, directly aligning with
preparation for contractor certification.
TOPICS
Termite Biology and Behavior Q1–Q17
Termite Control: Treatments and Regulations Q18–Q25
Termite Control: Prevention and Sanitation Q26–Q35
Wood-Destroying Pests and Fungi Q36–Q50
Wood-Destroying Pest Inspections Q51–Q54
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, E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 54
Termites
CORRECT ANSWER
as a group are the major wood destroying pest, more time money and effort are spent on
prevention and control than all other wood destroying pests combined.
RATIONALE
Termites are considered the most significant pests that damage wood. The economic impact of
termites, in terms of the resources dedicated to preventing and controlling them, surpasses that of
all other wood-destroying pests combined.
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 54
Subterranean Termite
CORRECT ANSWER
Arid land and Western Sub are so similar they're indistinguishable.3 CASTES per colony:
Reproductives, Soldiers and Workers/Nymphs. The Reproductives are categorized by Primary
and Supplementary. Primary reproductive is a winged adult called an "Alate" The QUEEN IS A
PRIMARY REPRODUCTIVE who lost her wings with a large abdomen. The King has the same
characteristics except it doesn't have a large abdomen. The Worker and Soldier are blind.
Q3 QUESTION 3 OF 54
Subterranean Termite Life cycle
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, CORRECT ANSWER
Primarily seen in Spring and Fall. The Primary Reproductives emerge from holes in the soil and
the Alates have a short flight then lose their wings. After wing loss males and females pair and
establish a new colony. Colony growth is slow. THE FIFTH INSTAR IS THE LONGEST, IT CAN LAST
UP TO 2 YEARS. It can take 3-4 years before swarms of Alates are present and is aided by
Supplementary reproductives which lay eggs and add to colony growth. A Colony can range
from 5000-500000 each ruled by a Queen and King. The Queen lives longer than the a worker
which lives 3-5 years.
Q4 QUESTION 4 OF 54
Subterranean Termite Habitat
CORRECT ANSWER
Lives in chambers and tunnels in the soil. Soil acts as a barrier against surface temperatures as
well as a moisture reservoir. IN RARE INSTANCES THEY'LL LIVE WITHOUT SOIL if food, water and
temperature are right. The depth of may vary in response to soil temp and moisture.
RATIONALE
Subterranean termites construct chambers and tunnels within the soil, which provides a stable
environment by buffering against extreme surface temperatures and retaining moisture. This soil
habitat is crucial for their survival, offering protection and a consistent water source.
Q5 QUESTION 5 OF 54
Shelter tubes
CORRECT ANSWER
Aka mud tubes. Fills the gap between soil and the structure made from sand and soil, or
particles of wood or both. Particles are coated with a glue like substance that is secreted. Fecal
matter is used as cement. THE MINOR FUNCTION IS TO PROTECT AGAINST AIR MOVEMENT
AND THE MAJOR FUNCTION IS TO PROTECT AGAINST NATURAL ENEMIES, primarily ants. Not
built for light protection as Termite will perform normally if protected from light.
Q6 QUESTION 6 OF 54
Types of shelter tubes
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P R O F E S S I O N A L P R A C T I C E M AT E R I A L S
Nevada C-3 Plumbing
Contractor License Exam
Questions & Answers 2026-
2027 | Updated Review
(Rationales)
Verified Answers Exam Ready With Rationales 54 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This Nevada C-3 Plumbing Contractor License Exam review document provides 54
questions with pre-filled correct answers and detailed rationales, focusing on wood-
destroying pest control. It is suitable for study and review, directly aligning with
preparation for contractor certification.
TOPICS
Termite Biology and Behavior Q1–Q17
Termite Control: Treatments and Regulations Q18–Q25
Termite Control: Prevention and Sanitation Q26–Q35
Wood-Destroying Pests and Fungi Q36–Q50
Wood-Destroying Pest Inspections Q51–Q54
Page 1
, E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 54
Termites
CORRECT ANSWER
as a group are the major wood destroying pest, more time money and effort are spent on
prevention and control than all other wood destroying pests combined.
RATIONALE
Termites are considered the most significant pests that damage wood. The economic impact of
termites, in terms of the resources dedicated to preventing and controlling them, surpasses that of
all other wood-destroying pests combined.
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 54
Subterranean Termite
CORRECT ANSWER
Arid land and Western Sub are so similar they're indistinguishable.3 CASTES per colony:
Reproductives, Soldiers and Workers/Nymphs. The Reproductives are categorized by Primary
and Supplementary. Primary reproductive is a winged adult called an "Alate" The QUEEN IS A
PRIMARY REPRODUCTIVE who lost her wings with a large abdomen. The King has the same
characteristics except it doesn't have a large abdomen. The Worker and Soldier are blind.
Q3 QUESTION 3 OF 54
Subterranean Termite Life cycle
Page 2
, CORRECT ANSWER
Primarily seen in Spring and Fall. The Primary Reproductives emerge from holes in the soil and
the Alates have a short flight then lose their wings. After wing loss males and females pair and
establish a new colony. Colony growth is slow. THE FIFTH INSTAR IS THE LONGEST, IT CAN LAST
UP TO 2 YEARS. It can take 3-4 years before swarms of Alates are present and is aided by
Supplementary reproductives which lay eggs and add to colony growth. A Colony can range
from 5000-500000 each ruled by a Queen and King. The Queen lives longer than the a worker
which lives 3-5 years.
Q4 QUESTION 4 OF 54
Subterranean Termite Habitat
CORRECT ANSWER
Lives in chambers and tunnels in the soil. Soil acts as a barrier against surface temperatures as
well as a moisture reservoir. IN RARE INSTANCES THEY'LL LIVE WITHOUT SOIL if food, water and
temperature are right. The depth of may vary in response to soil temp and moisture.
RATIONALE
Subterranean termites construct chambers and tunnels within the soil, which provides a stable
environment by buffering against extreme surface temperatures and retaining moisture. This soil
habitat is crucial for their survival, offering protection and a consistent water source.
Q5 QUESTION 5 OF 54
Shelter tubes
CORRECT ANSWER
Aka mud tubes. Fills the gap between soil and the structure made from sand and soil, or
particles of wood or both. Particles are coated with a glue like substance that is secreted. Fecal
matter is used as cement. THE MINOR FUNCTION IS TO PROTECT AGAINST AIR MOVEMENT
AND THE MAJOR FUNCTION IS TO PROTECT AGAINST NATURAL ENEMIES, primarily ants. Not
built for light protection as Termite will perform normally if protected from light.
Q6 QUESTION 6 OF 54
Types of shelter tubes
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