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Contractor State License Board Class B General Building Contractor Examination: Framing and Structural Systems Study Guide by Contractor Licensing Education Resource

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This study resource provides practice questions and review material designed to support preparation for the Contractor State License Board Class B General Building Contractor examination, with a focus on framing and structural systems. It helps candidates strengthen understanding of structural construction principles, building integrity, and safe framing practices used in residential and commercial construction. The material covers key topics such as wood and steel framing systems, load-bearing structures, foundation systems, floor and roof framing, wall assemblies, structural connections, building codes related to framing, material selection, construction sequencing, safety procedures, and inspection requirements. It is suitable for individuals preparing for contractor licensing examinations, certification preparation, and professional development in general building construction.

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CSLB Class B General Contractor's License - Building's Exam: Framing &
Structural
Study online at https://quizlet.com/_e694u3
1. 6 inches: How much clearance is needed between the ground and wood
siding? 2. 4X10d nails: When nailing a continuous header to the studs, best
practice is to use:
3. Moisture content, Grade, Species: Graded lumber is stamped with information
about the lumber. What is included?
4. In load bearing walls with holes exceeding 40% of the stud depth.: When
are studs doubled?
5. 5/8 inch: A solid plywood roof deck at 3/12 pitch or greater, receiving asphalt
shingles and having rafters laid out 24 inches on center, should have a minimum
plywood sheathing thickness of ______.
6. OSB with edge nailing 4" o.c. and field 6 "o.c.: Specific information about
shear walls, such a type of sheathing and nailing, can usually be found on the
building plans. Abbreviations such as "6W4" are common, which would mean:
7. S-GRN: "Surfaced Green" Not dried, moisture content over 19%.S-DRY:
"Surfaced Dry" Air dried to a moisture content less than 19%. KD: "Kiln Dry"
Dried in a heated kiln to a moisture content less than 19%.MC 15: "Moisture
Content 15%" Dried to a moisture content of 15% or less.HT: "Heat Treated"
Heated to at least 133° Fahrenheit for 30 minutes at the board's core to kill
any insects present in the wood.: Graded lumber is marked with an indication of
moisture content; which is the driest designation?
8. To shed water away from the structure at roof to wall transitions

(Step flashing are interwoven between each course of shingles and protect
the transition from water intrusion by creating a water shed aka shingle
effect.
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Leave Feedback): What is the purpose of a step flashing?
9. A) Will always be parallel: Bracing lines:

A) Will always be parallel
B) Should intersect at 90Ú
C) Always run in the same direction
D) Can be added at any time
10. D) Weave shingles under the lower end of the base flashing and over the
upper portion of the base flashing

(In re-roof overlays, many roofers will conceal the base flashing under the
shingles and apply mastic at the transition. While this method is allowable

,for overlays, it is not recommended due to the inherent likelihood of
moisture


, CSLB Class B General Contractor's License - Building's Exam: Framing &
Structural
Study online at https://quizlet.com/_e694u3

influence under the shingles at these locations.): Proper installation of roof
pipe and vent penetration base flashing should consist of:

A) Apply shingles so as to completely conceal base flashing
B) Apply shingles under the base flashing and seal perimeter of base flashing with
roof cement
C) Seal pipe/vent penetration with roof cement
D) Weave shingles under the lower end of the base flashing and over the upper
portion of the base flashing
11. A) Structural light framing No: 1: Grade designations indicate the
recommend-ed use of lumber. Which grade would you chose for building trusses?

A) Structural light framing No: 1
B) Structural light framing No: 3
C) Light framing: Construction
D) Light framing: Standard
12. 18": In crawlspace, if the floor is built out of non-pressure treated wood, how
high is the floor joist from the soil?
13. A) Blocking is required at the beginning of any overhang: When building a
deck, it may be necessary to use blocking between joists.

A) Blocking is required at the beginning of any overhang
B) Blocking is required every 10 feet
C) Blocking is required if joists are 24" o.c. or more
D) Blocking is required if joists are 8"x or larger
14. 24" o. c.: What is the maximum spacing of 2 x 4 inch studs on a 1 story
house?
15. B) Not be notched: Engineered floor trusses and I-Joists should:

A) Always be kept in low humidity
B) Not be notched
C) Purchased in batches
D) Always be approved by an engineer
16. D) 16d 16" o.c.

(According to the California Residential Code, 16d common nails at 16" o.c.
face nail or 10d box nails at 12" o.c. face nail.): Double top plates are best
nailed together with:

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