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Title: PrepIQ Florida FL Standard Modular Inspector Ultimate Exam
Description: A 200-question multiple-choice revision set covering Florida modular
building inspector standards, including Florida Building Code, modular construction,
foundations, structural, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, roofing, fire safety, and
inspection procedures.
Keywords: Florida modular inspector, modular building, Florida Building Code, FBC,
inspection, foundation, structural, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, roofing, fire safety,
certificate of occupancy, HUD, modular construction.
1. What is the primary code governing modular building construction in Florida?
A. International Residential Code only
B. Florida Building Code ✅
C. NFPA 70 only
D. Local zoning ordinance only
2. Which state agency primarily regulates modular construction standards in
Florida?
A. Florida Department of Transportation
B. Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation ✅
,C. Florida Department of Health
D. Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
3. Modular buildings in Florida must comply with which wind zone requirements?
A. Only inland wind zones
B. Florida-specific wind speed and exposure requirements ✅
C. No wind requirements
D. Only federal HUD wind standards
4. What is a key difference between modular and site-built construction?
A. Modular buildings are never inspected
B. Modular buildings are constructed in sections off-site then assembled ✅
C. Modular buildings do not require foundations
D. Modular buildings cannot have electrical systems
5. Which document is required before a modular building can be occupied?
A. Bill of sale
B. Certificate of Occupancy ✅
C. Warranty deed
D. Survey only
6. In Florida, modular inspection must verify compliance with which code edition?
A. The latest adopted Florida Building Code ✅
B. Only the 1970 code
C. California Building Code
D. No code edition applies
7. What is the role of a modular inspector?
A. To sell modular homes
B. To verify code compliance during and after installation ✅
C. To design structural plans
D. To finance construction
,8. Which of the following is a common modular foundation type in Florida?
A. Pier and beam
B. Slab-on-grade
C. Crawl space
D. All of the above ✅
9. What must be inspected before pouring a modular foundation slab?
A. Paint color
B. Vapor barrier, reinforcement, and forms ✅
C. Landscaping
D. Driveway width
10. Which term describes the connection of modular sections?
A. Marriage line
B. Ridge line
C. Party wall
D. Shear wall ✅
11. What is the purpose of a marriage line inspection?
A. To check paint
B. To verify structural connections between modules ✅
C. To inspect roofing shingles
D. To check plumbing fixtures
12. Which agency issues HUD labels for manufactured homes?
A. Florida Building Commission
B. HUD ✅
C. FEMA
D. OSHA
13. Modular homes in Florida are typically inspected under which code?
A. HUD Code
B. Florida Building Code ✅
, C. NFPA 101 only
D. ASCE 7 only
14. What is the minimum wind speed design for most of Florida modular
construction?
A. 90 mph
B. 110 mph
C. 130 mph or higher depending on location ✅
D. 70 mph
15. Which inspection ensures the modular unit is properly anchored to the
foundation?
A. Anchor bolt and tie-down inspection ✅
B. Roof inspection
C. Electrical rough-in
D. Plumbing final
16. What is a common tie-down requirement for modular buildings in Florida?
A. Plastic straps
B. Steel anchor bolts and straps ✅
C. Rope
D. No tie-downs required
17. Which of the following must be inspected for modular electrical systems?
A. Service entrance, grounding, and bonding ✅
B. Only light bulbs
C. Only outlets
D. Only switches
18. What is the purpose of a grounding electrode system?
A. To increase voltage
B. To safely dissipate electrical faults ✅