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Condition that adversely or materially affects the performance of a system - ANS :Deficiency
Process of examining accessible items, and reporting their condition - ANS :Inspection
Prohibits abusive practices like undisclosed referral fees and kickbacks - Real Estate
Settlement Procedures Act - ANS :RESPA
The inspector may not inspect an item if the inspector and client agree that it is not to be
inspected - ANS :Departure Provision
Which of the following may contain asbestos? - ANS :All of the above
"Popcorn" or "cottage cheese" type ceilings
Vinyl floor coverings
Heat system duct wrapping
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Which one of the following is NOT typically the reason why mold may be found on the inside
wall of a structure? - ANS :NOT SURE
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Water entering the structure from the outside
Structure may be too air tight
Poor house keeping practices
Structure has inadequate ventilation system
8
Which of the following is NOT used as a potable water supply line? - ANS :ABS
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Galvanized metal
PVC
ABS
Coppe
7
Which of the following should be viewed as a safety hazard relating to an electrical system? -
ANS :All of the above
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Wire splices made in plastic receptacle boxes
GFI receptacle located in a garage
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Bare wires
6
Which of the following heating systems relies upon a blower moving air through a duct
system? - ANS :Forced air gas or electric systems
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Electric wall heaters
Wood and pellet stoves
All of the above
5
Which of the following conditions would NOT cause problems with a roof system? - ANS
:Cedar shingles
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Tile
Light-weight cement
Metal
4
Which of the following roofing products is NOT typically rated with a 50-year lifespan? - ANS
:Cedar shingles
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Tile
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