ACTUAL Exam Questions and CORRECT
Answers
What is the maximum spacing of nails for a 1/2-inch gypsum board attached to a ceiling without
adhesive? - CORRECT ANSWER - 7in
Screws used to attach gypsum board shall be type _________ and penetrate the wood not less
than ___________. - CORRECT ANSWER - type W or S / 5/8in
What is the maximum spacing of fasteners for vertical vinyl siding? - CORRECT
ANSWER - 12in
Screws used to attach gypsum board to Cold-form steel framing shall be minimum ________. -
CORRECT ANSWER - No 6 screws
3/8-inch-thick wood structure panel siding when attached directly to studs shall have a stud
spacing not more than_______. - CORRECT ANSWER - 16 in
How many coast of Portland cement exterior plaster when applied metal lath? - CORRECT
ANSWER - 3 coats
Each coat of stucco shall be kept in as moist condition for at least _______ prior to application of
the next coat. - CORRECT ANSWER - 48 hours
Weep screeds for stucco shall be placed not less than ________ above paved area. - CORRECT
ANSWER - 2 in
In Seismic Category D each anchored veneer tie shall not support more than ______ of wall area.
- CORRECT ANSWER - 2sf