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NCIDQ IDFX Model Exam Questions with Answers Latest % Solved) An interior designer has determined the required gross occupant area required for a client planning to lease space in an office building. Using the Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) standard ANSI/BOMA Z65.1, Office Buildings: Standard Methods of Measurement, which of the following would be used to determine the amount of lease space the client will be paying for? (A) building efficiency ratio (B) building load factor (C) R/U ratio (D) rentable area B 2. During design development of a commercial office space, the interior designer can minimize energy use by coordinating space planning with (A) daylighting zones (B) HVAC zones (C) occupant sensor controls (D) time-switch controls A 3. In most situations, the application for a building permit is made by the (A) building owner (B) client (C) contractor (D) interior designer C 4. Which of the following constitutes due diligence in the field of interior design? (A) thoroughly understanding and documenting the space in which a client's project will be located and its surrounding context (B) reviewing the legal and regulatory components of a new project before design begins (C) using qualified structural, engineering, and fire protection consultants to investigate an existing space before design begins (D) reviewing and verifying site conditions that the client has reported to the interior designer A 5. Which of the following facts about the surrounding neighborhood are relevant to whether a building can achieve the LEED for Commercial Interiors (LEED-CI) certification? (Choose the four that apply.) (A) All surrounding streets are collector or arterial. (B) The building is in a high-density, walkable community. (C) The number of guaranteed tenant parking spaces is the minimum allowed by zoning requirements. (D) The site has sufficient access to sunlight from the south. (E) The site has sufficient bicycle facilities. (F) Public transportation is located within 1/4 mi (0.4 km) of the project site. B,C,E,F NCIDQ IDFX Model Exam Questions with Answers Latest % Solved) 6. Which are the MOST important factors in determining the space required for a nurses' station in a hospital? (A) number of patient contacts and files (B) work surface and storage requirements (C) number of moveable carts and space requirements for writing reports (D) electrical and communication equipment requirements B 7. In investigating the existing conditions of an older building before beginning space planning, a project manager would probably need to seek expert consulting assistance to determine the (A) number of supply air diffusers in the space (B) existence of floor-mounted electrical outlets in an open space (C) presence of adequate water pressure to add a sink in a washroom (D) feasibility of opening a double-wide doorway in an existing loadbearing wall D 8. A chef is considering the purchase of an abandoned church, with the intention of turning it into a restaurant. The property's zoning designation allows this type of use. The chef has obtained a preliminary site plan and permission to access the site from the current owner and hires an interior designer to assist with a feasibility study to examine the possibility of converting the old building to the new use. Which of the following should the interior designer do first? (A) Check local zoning ordinances and analyze the site to determine if there is enough space available for the parking required. (B) Assist the restaurateur in developing a program and check the space requirements against the area and layout of the existing structure. (C) Research the history of the church. (D) Complete a code review of the existing building and develop a preliminary plan for renovation. B 9. An office space is being measured according to ANSI/BOMA Z65.1, Office Buildings: Standard Methods of Measurement. The designer should measure to which of the following when the curtain wall glazing covers more 70% of the exterior wall and a convector cover is 12 in (305 mm) high? (A) face of the convector cover on the exterior wall (B) inside face of the glazing of the exterior wall (C) center of the curtain wall (D) outside face of the glazing of the exterior wall B 10. According to ANSI/BOMA Z65.1, Office Buildings: Standard Methods of Measurement, which of the following comprise the building common area? (Choose the four that apply.) (A) private tenant stairways (B) elevator lobbies (C) tenant office space (D) mechanical rooms (E) public corridors (F) vending areas B,D,E,F 11. An interior designer is working for a client who has leased space with a gross occupied area of 4500 ft2 (418 m2). The leasing agent tells the interior designer that the load factor for the building is 1.15. To the nearest square foot (square meter), the amount of space that the client will pay rent on is _________ ft2 (_________ m2). (Fill in the blank.) 5,175 12. What are the best actions an interior designer can take to assist a client in developing plans to minimize water use for a new restaurant? (Choose the four that apply.) (A) suggest the mechanical engineer develop a system for graywater use (B) specify only restroom fixtures that are approved by WaterSense (C) verify with the kitchen consultant that high-efficiency pre-rinse spray valves are used (D) suggest that the temperature setting for dishwashing be reduced to 130°F (54°C) (E) suggest the client develop an ongoing program to find water leaks (F) make sure dishwashers and ice machines are ENERGY STAR qualified B,C,E,F 13. What are the most common sources of poor indoor air quality? (Choose the four that apply.) (A) contaminants from outdoor sources (B) biological contaminants (C) poor building maintenance (D) poor ventilation (E) indoor chemical contaminants (F) sick-building syndrome A,B,D,E 14. An interior designer is planning an office space that will include a room with computer equipment and a moderate number of workstations. The computer room will use an extensive raised flooring system to service the computer equipment and as a result will have a lower than normal finished ceiling height. What is the best measure the designer can recommend to improve energy efficiency? (A) suggest the mechanical engineer use an all-air type system to cool the equipment (B) require that the HVAC system conform to the International Energy Conservation Code (C) space plan so the computer equipment area is in the interior of the building (D) suggest the mechanical engineer use a displacement ventilation system D 15. Which of the following indoor contaminants would require the assistance of a licensed professional contractor to mitigate? (A) formaldehyde (B) commercial cleaning compounds (C) vermiculite (D) volatile organic compounds C 16. An interior designer has been retained by the developer of a suburban retail complex to design the interior of a mid-size department store. The interior designer is working with the architect of the complex along with the architect's consulting engineers. Which project participants are likely to have the most influence on the designer's creative work? (Choose the three that apply.) (A) leasing agent (B) developer (C) department store owner (D) public (E) store employees (F) architect B,C,D 17. Which of the following flooring material choices is a good renewable option? (A) linoleum (B) carpet made with PET (C) rubber (D) vinyl A 18. An interior designer is assisting a law firm in selecting one of two buildings in which to lease space. After programming, the designer determines that the client will need 6500 ft2 (604 m2) of net assignable area. In building A, the designer estimates that the efficiency factor will be approximately 80%. In building B, because of the irregular shape of the floor plate, the designer estimates that the efficiency factor will probably be closer to 75%. The leasing agent in building A tells the designer that the building load factor is 1.23, while the leasing agent in building B tells the designer that the building load factor is 1.20. Of the two buildings, to the nearest 100 ft2 (100 m2), the smaller rentable area is _________ft2 (___________m2). (Fill in the blank.) 10,000 19. What strategies can the interior designer recommend to a client to maintain good indoor air quality after occupancy? (Choose the four that apply.) (A) select materials with low VOCs (B) suggest a no-smoking policy for the space (C) plan a separate room for activities with high concentrations of pollutants (D) specify independent building commissioning (E) have the client monitor individual spaces for contaminants (F) verify that minimum outdoor air ventilation is being provided A,C,D,F 20. In reviewing the floor plan of an existing space to determine which corridors, partitions, and door can be reused, what is the designer most likely to overlook? (A) floor level changes (B) protruding objects (C) ramps (D) maneuvering space at doors D 21. If an interior designer thinks that a project is in a high seismic activity area, what course of action should the designer first take concerning ceiling systems? (A) ask the local authority having jurisdiction what category the building is in (B) consult with a structural engineer to verify what seismic category the project is in (C) include ceiling details on the construction drawings that comply with the IBC (D) specify that the ceiling installation contractor provide the required seismic details B 22. An interior designer is preparing a cost evaluation for a project during the programming stage. The opinion is based upon a previous similar project. Which of the following is a known factor that will add cost to the project? (A) a contingency (B) a premium (C) an additive alternate (D) an upcharge B 23. Early in the programming process, the goals and objectives of the client would include which of the following? (A) how the client wants to organize the project (B) which of the groups using the project are of primary importance (C) what the client wants to achieve and why (D) how many spaces are needed and what their areas must be C 24. A change in use in an existing building requires the interior designer to first research (A) the allowable square footage established by the building code for the new use (B) the number, location, and separation of the exits to the outside (C) maximum travel distance of the old use compared with the new use (D) the existing construction type A 25. Which of the following can the interior designer implement to support energy conservation in a library project? (Choose the four that apply.) (A) do not allow mechanical engineers to use any systems that include CFCbased refrigerants (B) specify automatic occupancy lighting controls (C) plan reading rooms and study areas below north-facing skylights (D) design automated shading systems in window openings (E) place book stacks near south facing windows to moderate glare (F) use displacement ventilation throughout the building A,B,C,D 26. An interior designer is assisting a client in selecting an existing building location among many in which to locate a small retail development. The client has indicated that the project should receive a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) rating. Which of the following should the designer do to help achieve this goal? (A) look for buildings with insulating glass (B) review the existing partition layout to verify possible reuse (C) verify that parking amounts to less than 50% of zoning requirements (D) select a location that has been designated a brownfield site D 27. With whom should the interior designer consult to determine where to locate free-standing stacks in a library? (A) mechanical engineer (B) library planner (C) structural engineer (D) fire protection designer C 28. In specifying new window coverings and tracks to replace building-standard window coverings, what coordination is MOST important for the interior designer to undertake? (Choose the four that apply.) (A) verifying that the building owner approves of the change in the building's exterior appearance (B) asking the electrical engineer if the new light reflectance is detrimental (C) determining if the mechanical engineer objects to the replacement plans (D) getting approval from the client concerning the color of the coverings (E) verifying with the manufacturer that flammability does not pose a problem (F) checking with the architect to see that the new coverings do not adversely affect the heating of the glass A,C,E,F 29. In designing a new space, the interior designer can influence life safety the MOST by coordinating with consultants concerning (A) compartmentation (B) fire detection (C) smoke control (D) sprinklers D 30. Who is responsible for showing the telephone and data conduit runs on the drawings for a commercial design project? (A) architect (B) electrical engineer (C) interior designer (D) telephone installer B 33. Who is responsible for verifying that recessed downlights do not interfere with ductwork shown on the mechanical plans? (A) mechanical engineer (B) electrical engineer (C) interior designer (D) architect C 34. The final responsibility of awarding a contract rests with the (A) interior designer (B) construction manager (C) owner (D) owner's legal counsel C 35. An interior designer has written furniture specifications for a project and has put the job out for bid to several dealerships. In this situation, purchase orders are MOST likely to be written by the (A) owner (B) dealership (C) fUrniture rep (D) interior designer B 36. Who is responsible for determining the location and general condition of existing light fixtures as part of a due diligence investigation? (A) electrical engineer (B) electrical subcontractor (C) general contractor (D) interior designer D 37. Which type of chart is MOST often used with complex projects to show critical tasks and their associated times? (A) bar chart (B) CPM chart (C) Gantt chart (D) PERT chart B 38. One of the primary advantages of a full wall schedule is that it (A) takes less time to develop than a CPM chart (B) is more detailed than a Gantt chart (C) is large enough for several people to view at once (D) involves the entire project team in the scheduling D 39. The interior designer is responsible for which of the following aspects of consultant coordination? (Choose the four that apply.) (A) giving the electrical engineer information about the client's equipment (B) providing the mechanical engineer with the occupant load for each space (C) informing the mechanical engineer about current sprinkler system codes (D) making sure that the final drawings and specifications are coordinated (E) telling the electrical engineer where to place the electrical closets (F) giving the electrical engineer the designer's preferred choices for luminaires A,B,D,F 40. When coordinating with a security consultant, the interior designer's drawings should show (A) a schedule of all security devices (B) the emergency backup power supply (C) the positioning of required lighting (D) the wiring of the security devices C 41. Thermostat locations are determined by the (A) architect (B) electrical engineer (C) HVAC contractor (D) mechanical engineer D 42. As construction work begins on a large commercial project, the interior designer is concerned about coordinating the installation of services in the plenum so that sufficient space is allowed for planned recessed lighting and raised ceilings. Which type of subcontractor should the designer have the general contractor coordinate with first? (A) electrical (B) mechanical (C) plumbing (D) sprinkler B 43. An interior designer can determine what products an independent representative is handling by consulting (A) the manufacturer's website (B) a showroom directory (C) Sweets Network Online (D) a line chart D 44. An interior designer wants to specify acoustic insulation. Which type of specification should be used? (A) performance (B) prescriptive (C) proprietary (D) reference B 45. An interior designer recommends that a client purchase appliances directly rather than through a general contractor. What would be the primary reason for this recommendation? (A) The client could avoid the contractor's markup. (B) The client could not be overcharged for delivery and installation. (C) The interior designer could provide the client a broader selection by acting as the client's agent (D) The client could get a better discount than the contractor. A 46. Under the provisions of AIA Document B152, Standard Form of Agreement Between Owner and Architect for Interior Design and Furniture, Furnishings, and Equipment (FF&E) Design Services, which of the following are part of the owner's responsibilities? (Choose the four that apply.) (A) arranging for laboratory tests required by the contract documents (B) removing existing furniture from the project site (C) providing space for the receipt and storage of materials used on the project (D) giving copies of the drawings to the contractor (E) providing a written program for the project (F) preparing the bidding documents A,B,C,E 47. Under the provisions of AIA Document B152, Standard Form of Agreement Between Owner and Architect for Interior Design and Furniture, Furnishings, and Equipment (FF&E) Design Services, which of the following are among the interior designer's basic services? (Choose the three that apply.) (A) inspecting and accepting or rejecting furniture (B) reviewing laws and regulations applicable to the project (C) developing a schedule of milestone dates when the owner's decisions must be made (D) maintaining a record of changes relative to the work (E) conducting an existing FF&E inventory (F) appearing at legal proceedings related to the project B,C,D 48. Which of the following are advantages of negotiated contracts? (Choose the four that apply.) (A) The client can select the contractor based on criteria other than price. (B) The contractor will provide the highest-quality project. (C) The contract price will be lower than it would be under other contract types. (D) The schedule is generally shorter than it would be under other contract types. (E) The interior designer is involved in the process. (F) The client can select the subcontractors. A,D,E,F 49. Which of the following are typically part of an interior designer's postoccupancy evaluation? (Choose the four that apply.) (A) evaluating the HVAC system (B) interviewing representative users of the project (C) suggesting how the client's next project can be improved (D) reviewing construction costs with the client (E) checking maintenance problems (F) reviewing the performance of the contractors A,B,E,F 50. Tracking, or monitoring, a project during design and construction, whether by hand-made chart or computer program, involves (A) uSing time sheets to measure productivity and minimum billing rates (B) comparing estimated fees and time against actual expenditures and percent complete