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MICHIGAN BUILDERS LICENSE EXAM
QUESTIONS WITH DETAILED VERIFIED
ANSWERS
Created to serve as a complete, comprehensive code regulating the
construction of single-family, two-family and buildings consisting of three
or more townhouse units. Ans: IRC (International Residential Code)
Administrative Ans: First 2 chapters of code book are
True Ans: Plans or supporting documents are almost always required by
the controlling authority prior to issuing a permit. T or F
Yes Ans: Does the building official have the authority to render
interpretations of the code?
8 foot fence. Ans: None of the following require a permit, EXCEPT:
sidewalks and driveways
tiling
an 8 foot fence
playground equipment
False Ans: Tables and illustrations are always supported by information
found in the written code and footnotes. T or F
Live load. Ans: The amount of evenly distributed weight imposed by
inhabitants, goods and removable objects on a floor or roof system is
referred to as
True. Ans: If a code requirement is in the book, it is both acceptable and
enforceable by the code official. T or F
Figures. Ans: Illustrations are typically referred to as
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Determine that buildings are built to the minimum enforceable standard.
Ans: Generally speaking, the building official's job is to
True. Ans: It is required that all manufacturer instructions be at the
jobsite at the time of inspection. T or F
Kitchen. Ans: All of the following are not considered habitable spaces
EXCEPT:
bathrooms
kitchens
storage spaces
closets
3. Ans: Bathrooms must be provided with an aggregate glazing area no
less than _____ square feet, half of which must be openable.
44 inches. Ans: The maximum height of an egress window above the
floor is
5.7 sq ft. Ans: A basement bedroom must have an egress window with a
clear opening of at least ______ square feet.
3. Ans: At least one side-hinged exit door must be in each dwelling unit,
and must be _____ feet wide.
30 inches. Ans: A porch more than _____ inches above grade must be
provided with 36" guards.
200. Ans: Wall and ceiling finishes shall have a flame-spread
classification of no more than ______ .
7 days. Ans: According to code, concrete must reach at least 70% of it's
ability within ____________days.
40%. Ans: A stud used for a non-bearing partitions may not be notched
more than ____% of the stud width.
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Additions, alterations, renovation and repairs. Ans: The Michigan
Uniform Energy code applies to new buildings as well as
U-factor. Ans: ___________ is a measure of how well the window or
door assembly conducts heat. The lower the number, the better
insulation the assembly will provide.
50%. Ans: Energy losses from recessed lighting fixtures can often reach
___% of the total thermal loss of a ceiling.
R-3. Ans: Michigan requires a minimum thermal resistance of
____________for mechanical system piping.
True. Ans: Oversized HVAC equipment has a higher initial cost, a higher
operating cost, provides less comfort, and shorter life expectancy. T or F
Prescriptive Path. Ans: _______ is the compliance route that applies
Table 402.1.1 to building envelope components, and is considered the
most simple.
Area weighted averages. Ans: ___________ can be used to satisfy U-
factor and SHGC requirements.
IC (Insulation Contact) Ans: Recessed lights must be _____ rated.
True. Ans: Up to 15 square feet of glazing per dwelling unit is exempted
from U-value requirements. T or F
Registered design professional. Ans: The 2009 IECC requires a
permanent certificate posted on the electrical distribution panel. The
certificate shall be completed by the builder or
State energy code requirements. Ans: One hurdle contractors face when
bidding for an energy efficient project is choosing materials that fit the
design, and also meet
False. Ans: Historically significant buildings are not exempt from code
changes. T or F
R-value
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Settled thickness
Manufacturer name Ans: Insulation products (blown and sprayed) must
be documented with:
March 2011. Ans: The new Michigan codes took effect in
10. Ans: Below grade walls are insulated from the top of the basement
wall down to _____ below grade, or the basement floor, whichever is
less.
Area weighted average. Ans: The _______ is the combined Solar Heat
Gain Coefficient of all the glazed fenestration products in the building.
Thermal insulation R-values
Design criteria
Equipment systems Ans: Plans and specifications must be detailed in
regards to:
2009. Ans: In Michigan, the residential energy code is based on the
_____ IECC, with certain amendments.
Air leakage. Ans: ___________ is the rate of air infiltration in the
presence of a specific pressure differential.
Windows
Attic access hatches
Recessed lights Ans: Air leakage is the random movement of air into and
out of ________ through cracks and holes.
Table 402.1.1
2009 IECC Ans: R-values for insulation and fenestration requirements by
component can be found in
International Energy Conservation Code Ans: IECC
MICHIGAN BUILDERS LICENSE EXAM
QUESTIONS WITH DETAILED VERIFIED
ANSWERS
Created to serve as a complete, comprehensive code regulating the
construction of single-family, two-family and buildings consisting of three
or more townhouse units. Ans: IRC (International Residential Code)
Administrative Ans: First 2 chapters of code book are
True Ans: Plans or supporting documents are almost always required by
the controlling authority prior to issuing a permit. T or F
Yes Ans: Does the building official have the authority to render
interpretations of the code?
8 foot fence. Ans: None of the following require a permit, EXCEPT:
sidewalks and driveways
tiling
an 8 foot fence
playground equipment
False Ans: Tables and illustrations are always supported by information
found in the written code and footnotes. T or F
Live load. Ans: The amount of evenly distributed weight imposed by
inhabitants, goods and removable objects on a floor or roof system is
referred to as
True. Ans: If a code requirement is in the book, it is both acceptable and
enforceable by the code official. T or F
Figures. Ans: Illustrations are typically referred to as
, Page | 2
Determine that buildings are built to the minimum enforceable standard.
Ans: Generally speaking, the building official's job is to
True. Ans: It is required that all manufacturer instructions be at the
jobsite at the time of inspection. T or F
Kitchen. Ans: All of the following are not considered habitable spaces
EXCEPT:
bathrooms
kitchens
storage spaces
closets
3. Ans: Bathrooms must be provided with an aggregate glazing area no
less than _____ square feet, half of which must be openable.
44 inches. Ans: The maximum height of an egress window above the
floor is
5.7 sq ft. Ans: A basement bedroom must have an egress window with a
clear opening of at least ______ square feet.
3. Ans: At least one side-hinged exit door must be in each dwelling unit,
and must be _____ feet wide.
30 inches. Ans: A porch more than _____ inches above grade must be
provided with 36" guards.
200. Ans: Wall and ceiling finishes shall have a flame-spread
classification of no more than ______ .
7 days. Ans: According to code, concrete must reach at least 70% of it's
ability within ____________days.
40%. Ans: A stud used for a non-bearing partitions may not be notched
more than ____% of the stud width.
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Additions, alterations, renovation and repairs. Ans: The Michigan
Uniform Energy code applies to new buildings as well as
U-factor. Ans: ___________ is a measure of how well the window or
door assembly conducts heat. The lower the number, the better
insulation the assembly will provide.
50%. Ans: Energy losses from recessed lighting fixtures can often reach
___% of the total thermal loss of a ceiling.
R-3. Ans: Michigan requires a minimum thermal resistance of
____________for mechanical system piping.
True. Ans: Oversized HVAC equipment has a higher initial cost, a higher
operating cost, provides less comfort, and shorter life expectancy. T or F
Prescriptive Path. Ans: _______ is the compliance route that applies
Table 402.1.1 to building envelope components, and is considered the
most simple.
Area weighted averages. Ans: ___________ can be used to satisfy U-
factor and SHGC requirements.
IC (Insulation Contact) Ans: Recessed lights must be _____ rated.
True. Ans: Up to 15 square feet of glazing per dwelling unit is exempted
from U-value requirements. T or F
Registered design professional. Ans: The 2009 IECC requires a
permanent certificate posted on the electrical distribution panel. The
certificate shall be completed by the builder or
State energy code requirements. Ans: One hurdle contractors face when
bidding for an energy efficient project is choosing materials that fit the
design, and also meet
False. Ans: Historically significant buildings are not exempt from code
changes. T or F
R-value
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Settled thickness
Manufacturer name Ans: Insulation products (blown and sprayed) must
be documented with:
March 2011. Ans: The new Michigan codes took effect in
10. Ans: Below grade walls are insulated from the top of the basement
wall down to _____ below grade, or the basement floor, whichever is
less.
Area weighted average. Ans: The _______ is the combined Solar Heat
Gain Coefficient of all the glazed fenestration products in the building.
Thermal insulation R-values
Design criteria
Equipment systems Ans: Plans and specifications must be detailed in
regards to:
2009. Ans: In Michigan, the residential energy code is based on the
_____ IECC, with certain amendments.
Air leakage. Ans: ___________ is the rate of air infiltration in the
presence of a specific pressure differential.
Windows
Attic access hatches
Recessed lights Ans: Air leakage is the random movement of air into and
out of ________ through cracks and holes.
Table 402.1.1
2009 IECC Ans: R-values for insulation and fenestration requirements by
component can be found in
International Energy Conservation Code Ans: IECC
