ICC MASONRY PRACTICE
EXAMINATION 2026 QUESTIONS
WITH ANSWERS GRADED A+
◍ Control joints are considered joints that will ..... shortening, shrinkage
and/or reduction in the length of the wall.
A. Coordinate
B. Accommodate
C. Reduce
D. Control.
Answer: Answer B. Accommodate
◍ 101.2 Scope.
Answer: The code applies to the construction, alteration, relocation,
enlargement, replacement, repair, equipment, use and occupancy, location,
maintenance, removal and demolition of every building or structure or any
appurtenances connected or attached to building or structures
◍ 101.3 Purpose.
Answer: The purpose of the code is to established the minimum
requirements to provide a reasonable level of safety, health and general
welfare
◍ 102.1 General.
Answer: Where there is a conflict between a general requirement and a
specific requirement, the specific requirement shall be applicable; where
different sections of code specify different things, the most restrictive shall
govern
◍ 102.2 Other Laws.
Answer: The provisions of the code do not nullify local, state or federal law
,◍ 102.3 Application of References.
Answer: References to chapter or section numbers, or to provisions not
specifically identified by number, shall be construed to refer to such chapter,
section or provision of this code
◍ 102.4 Referenced codes and standards.
Answer: The codes and standards referenced in this code shall be considered
as part of the requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each such
reference and as further regulated in 102.4.1 and 102.4.2
◍ A standard hook can be a 180° turn plus an extension of at least ..... bar
diameters, but not less than ..... inches at the free end of the bar
A. 4,2.25
B. 4,2.5
C. 2.2.75
D. 2,3.
Answer: Answer B. 4bar diameters or 2.5 inches
◍ The cleanout opening at the bottom of a masonry wall is a minimum of .....
A. 3 inches in any direction
B. 4 inches by 4 inches
C. 32 inches
D. 2 inches in any direction.
Answer: Answer A. 3" in any direction
◍ 102.4.1 Conflicts.
Answer: When there are conflicts between the provisions of this code and
reference codes and standards, the provisions of this code apply
◍ 102.4.2 Provisions in Referenced Codes and Standards.
Answer: Where the extent of the reference to a referenced code or standard
includes subject matter that is within the scope of this code or International
Code, the provisions of this code to the International Codes take precedence
over the provisions in the referenced code or standard
◍ The minimum length of saw-cut prisms shall be ..... inches
, A. 8
B. 6
C. 4
D. 2.
Answer: Answer C. 4 inches
◍ 102.5 Partial Invalidity.
Answer: If any part of the code is held to be illegal or void, this will not
make void or illegal any other parts or provisions
◍ Movements can occur from a number of sources, such as ....
A. Ground settlement
B. Material expansion and contraction
C. Seismic activity
D. All of the above.
Answer: Answer D. All of the above
◍ The compressive strength of grout in concrete masonry construction is
recommended to be at least ..... to ..... times the design strength of the
masonry assembly
A. 1.00 to 1.25
B. 1.25 to 1.33
C. 1.33 to 1.45
D. 1.45 to 1.60.
Answer: Answer B 1.25 to 1.33
◍ 102.6 Existing Structures.
Answer: The legal occupancy of any structure that exists on the date of
adoption of this code is allowed to continue without change unless otherwise
specifically noted in the code
◍ 102.6.1 Buildings not Previously Occupied.
Answer: A building or portion of a building that has not been previously
occupied shall comply with the provisions of this code or the IRC for new
construction of with any current permit for occupancy
EXAMINATION 2026 QUESTIONS
WITH ANSWERS GRADED A+
◍ Control joints are considered joints that will ..... shortening, shrinkage
and/or reduction in the length of the wall.
A. Coordinate
B. Accommodate
C. Reduce
D. Control.
Answer: Answer B. Accommodate
◍ 101.2 Scope.
Answer: The code applies to the construction, alteration, relocation,
enlargement, replacement, repair, equipment, use and occupancy, location,
maintenance, removal and demolition of every building or structure or any
appurtenances connected or attached to building or structures
◍ 101.3 Purpose.
Answer: The purpose of the code is to established the minimum
requirements to provide a reasonable level of safety, health and general
welfare
◍ 102.1 General.
Answer: Where there is a conflict between a general requirement and a
specific requirement, the specific requirement shall be applicable; where
different sections of code specify different things, the most restrictive shall
govern
◍ 102.2 Other Laws.
Answer: The provisions of the code do not nullify local, state or federal law
,◍ 102.3 Application of References.
Answer: References to chapter or section numbers, or to provisions not
specifically identified by number, shall be construed to refer to such chapter,
section or provision of this code
◍ 102.4 Referenced codes and standards.
Answer: The codes and standards referenced in this code shall be considered
as part of the requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each such
reference and as further regulated in 102.4.1 and 102.4.2
◍ A standard hook can be a 180° turn plus an extension of at least ..... bar
diameters, but not less than ..... inches at the free end of the bar
A. 4,2.25
B. 4,2.5
C. 2.2.75
D. 2,3.
Answer: Answer B. 4bar diameters or 2.5 inches
◍ The cleanout opening at the bottom of a masonry wall is a minimum of .....
A. 3 inches in any direction
B. 4 inches by 4 inches
C. 32 inches
D. 2 inches in any direction.
Answer: Answer A. 3" in any direction
◍ 102.4.1 Conflicts.
Answer: When there are conflicts between the provisions of this code and
reference codes and standards, the provisions of this code apply
◍ 102.4.2 Provisions in Referenced Codes and Standards.
Answer: Where the extent of the reference to a referenced code or standard
includes subject matter that is within the scope of this code or International
Code, the provisions of this code to the International Codes take precedence
over the provisions in the referenced code or standard
◍ The minimum length of saw-cut prisms shall be ..... inches
, A. 8
B. 6
C. 4
D. 2.
Answer: Answer C. 4 inches
◍ 102.5 Partial Invalidity.
Answer: If any part of the code is held to be illegal or void, this will not
make void or illegal any other parts or provisions
◍ Movements can occur from a number of sources, such as ....
A. Ground settlement
B. Material expansion and contraction
C. Seismic activity
D. All of the above.
Answer: Answer D. All of the above
◍ The compressive strength of grout in concrete masonry construction is
recommended to be at least ..... to ..... times the design strength of the
masonry assembly
A. 1.00 to 1.25
B. 1.25 to 1.33
C. 1.33 to 1.45
D. 1.45 to 1.60.
Answer: Answer B 1.25 to 1.33
◍ 102.6 Existing Structures.
Answer: The legal occupancy of any structure that exists on the date of
adoption of this code is allowed to continue without change unless otherwise
specifically noted in the code
◍ 102.6.1 Buildings not Previously Occupied.
Answer: A building or portion of a building that has not been previously
occupied shall comply with the provisions of this code or the IRC for new
construction of with any current permit for occupancy
