Michigan Maintenance & Alteration Contractor License Exam – Updated 2026 | Latest Verified Questions & Answers

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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. -
CORRECT ANSWER IRC (International Residential Code)



QUESTION :Administrative - CORRECT ANSWER First 2 chapters of code book
are



QUESTION :True - CORRECT ANSWER Plans or supporting documents are
almost always required by the controlling authority prior to issuing a permit. T or F



QUESTION :Yes - CORRECT ANSWER Does the building official have the
authority to render interpretations of the code?



QUESTION :8 foot fence. - CORRECT ANSWER None of the following require a
permit, EXCEPT:

sidewalks and driveways

tiling

an 8 foot fence

playground equipment



QUESTION :False - CORRECT ANSWER Tables and illustrations are always
supported by information found in the written code and footnotes. T or F




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QUESTION :Live load. - CORRECT ANSWER The amount of evenly distributed
weight imposed by inhabitants, goods and removable objects on a floor or roof system is
referred to as



QUESTION :True. - CORRECT ANSWER If a code requirement is in the book, it is
both acceptable and enforceable by the code official. T or F



QUESTION :Figures. - CORRECT ANSWER Illustrations are typically referred to
as



QUESTION :Determine that buildings are built to the minimum enforceable standard. -
CORRECT ANSWER Generally speaking, the building official's job is to



QUESTION :True. - CORRECT ANSWER It is required that all manufacturer
instructions be at the jobsite at the time of inspection. T or F



QUESTION :Kitchen. - CORRECT ANSWER All of the following are not
considered habitable spaces EXCEPT:

bathrooms

kitchens

storage spaces

closets



QUESTION :3. - CORRECT ANSWER Bathrooms must be provided with an
aggregate glazing area no less than _____ square feet, half of which must be openable.




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QUESTION :44 inches. - CORRECT ANSWER The maximum height of an egress
window above the floor is



QUESTION :5.7 sq ft. - CORRECT ANSWER A basement bedroom must have an
egress window with a clear opening of at least ______ square feet.



QUESTION :3. - CORRECT ANSWER At least one side-hinged exit door must be in
each dwelling unit, and must be _____ feet wide.



QUESTION :30 inches. - CORRECT ANSWER A porch more than _____ inches
above grade must be provided with 36" guards.



QUESTION :200. - CORRECT ANSWER Wall and ceiling finishes shall have a
flame-spread classification of no more than ______ .



QUESTION :7 days. - CORRECT ANSWER According to code, concrete must reach
at least 70% of it's ability within ____________days.



QUESTION :40%. - CORRECT ANSWER A stud used for a non-bearing partitions
may not be notched more than ____% of the stud width.



QUESTION :Additions, alterations, renovation and repairs. - CORRECT ANSWER
The Michigan Uniform Energy code applies to new buildings as well as



QUESTION :U-factor. - CORRECT ANSWER ___________ is a measure of how
well the window or door assembly conducts heat. The lower the number, the better
insulation the assembly will provide.



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QUESTION :50%. - CORRECT ANSWER Energy losses from recessed lighting
fixtures can often reach ___% of the total thermal loss of a ceiling.



QUESTION :R-3. - CORRECT ANSWER Michigan requires a minimum thermal
resistance of ____________for mechanical system piping.



QUESTION :True. - CORRECT ANSWER Oversized HVAC equipment has a
higher initial cost, a higher operating cost, provides less comfort, and shorter life
expectancy. T or F



QUESTION :Prescriptive Path. - CORRECT ANSWER _______ is the compliance
route that applies Table 402.1.1 to building envelope components, and is considered the
most simple.



QUESTION :Area weighted averages. - CORRECT ANSWER ___________ can be
used to satisfy U-factor and SHGC requirements.



QUESTION :IC (Insulation Contact) - CORRECT ANSWER Recessed lights must
be _____ rated.



QUESTION :True. - CORRECT ANSWER Up to 15 square feet of glazing per
dwelling unit is exempted from U-value requirements. T or F



QUESTION :Registered design professional. - CORRECT ANSWER The 2009
IECC requires a permanent certificate posted on the electrical distribution panel. The
certificate shall be completed by the builder or




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