Roofing Exam Questions with 100% Verified Answers UPDATED!!!.

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Roofing Exam Questions with 100% Verified Answers
UPDATED!!!



Low roof slope is a possible problem with all these materials
EXCEPT:


a. asphalt shingles
b. wood shingles
c. wood shakes
d. roll roofing - ANSWER d. roll roofing


The most vulnerable areas on roofs are:


a. asphalt shingle "cut outs" or slots
b. flashing details
c. gable ends
d. eaves - ANSWER b. flashing details


Ridge flashing can also act as:

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a. venting systems
b. rain gutters
c. lightning protection systems
d. structural braces - ANSWER a. venting systems


Ceiling joists are:


a. similar to rafters but found on low-slope roofs
b. horizontal members used with rafters and sometimes roof
joists
c. 2x4's, 2x6's, 2x8's or 2x10's and are used to support the
sheathing
d. structural members that support the "dead" load of the roof
sheathing and the roofing material and the "live" loads above. -
ANSWER b. horizontal members used with rafters and
sometimes roof joists


A common problem with skylights in cold climates is:


a. reduced visibility and light entry due to snow covering