TN CONTRACTOR’S EXAM STUDY SET 2026
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,The triangular openings formed by the riser, tread and 6 inches
bottom rail of a guard at the open side of a stairway are
permitted to be of such a size that a sphere ___ inches
cannot pass through.
Area wells used as emergency escape exits with a 44 inches
vertical depth greater than ___ must be equipped with a
permanently affixed ladder or steps usable with the door
in the fully open position.
Lots shall be graded to drain surface water away from the 6 inches
foundation walls. The grade shall fall not fewer than ___
inches within the first 10 feet.
What is the presumed load-bearing value in pounds per 2,000 lbs
square foot of silty sand?
What is the minimum diameter of required anchor bolts 1/2 inch
for a wall section?
The minimum thickness of galvanized steel valley lining 0.0179
material is ___ inches nominal.
Kitchens, pantries, breakfast or dining areas require a Two
minimum of ____ 20-ampere branch circuits.
Where emergency escape and rescue openings are 44 inches
provided in they must have a sill height of not more than
___ inches above the floor.
What is the maximum side spacing, in inches, between 1/2 inch
adjacent wood shakes on exterior wall coverings?
The ends of each joist, beam or girder shall have not less 1.5 inches
than ___ inches of bearing on wood or metal.
When installing concrete tile, which of the following Spaced battens
would not be considered an approved deck material?
Supply lines and fittings for every plumbing fixture shall Backflow
be protected by special assemblies in order to prevent
_____.
, What is required to support brick veneer above openings Lintel
in exterior walls?
Reinforcement of web holes in cold steel formed floor 65%
joists not conforming to the requirements of the IRC will
be permitted if the hole is located fully within the center
40% of the span and the depth and length of the hole
does not exceed ___ percent of the flat width of the web.
Masonry chimney walls shall be constructed of solid 4"
masonry units or hollow masonry units grouted solid with
not less than a ___ inch nominal thickness.
What is the maximum spacing of screws securing 5/8" 16 inches
thick gypsum board installed on a ceiling-oriented
perpendicular to the supports 24" on center and adhesive
is used?
Slump of concrete placed in removable forms must not 6 inches
exceed:
Within any flight of stairs, the greatest winder tread depth 3/8"
at the walk line shall not exceed the smallest by more
than ___ inch(es).
What size galvanized metal tie is required if a top plate is 16 gage in thickness and 1-1/2" wide
notched more than 50% of its width?
In what section of the span of a floor joist is it permitted The outer third of the span when less than one-sixth the depth of the joist
to cut a notch?
A scale of _____ is most often used for drawing houses. 1/4" = 1' 0"
When shingles are applied with a 5" exposure, four nails 5/8"
are placed ___" above the top of the cutouts.
When installing siding, what should boards that have Water Repellent
been cut be treated with?
| COMPLETE LAW, BUSINESS & PRACTICE
GUIDE| GRADED A+ | GUARANTEED
SUCCESS
Updated 2026 Questions and Answers
100% Verified Exam Prep and Comprehensive
Rationales Included
,The triangular openings formed by the riser, tread and 6 inches
bottom rail of a guard at the open side of a stairway are
permitted to be of such a size that a sphere ___ inches
cannot pass through.
Area wells used as emergency escape exits with a 44 inches
vertical depth greater than ___ must be equipped with a
permanently affixed ladder or steps usable with the door
in the fully open position.
Lots shall be graded to drain surface water away from the 6 inches
foundation walls. The grade shall fall not fewer than ___
inches within the first 10 feet.
What is the presumed load-bearing value in pounds per 2,000 lbs
square foot of silty sand?
What is the minimum diameter of required anchor bolts 1/2 inch
for a wall section?
The minimum thickness of galvanized steel valley lining 0.0179
material is ___ inches nominal.
Kitchens, pantries, breakfast or dining areas require a Two
minimum of ____ 20-ampere branch circuits.
Where emergency escape and rescue openings are 44 inches
provided in they must have a sill height of not more than
___ inches above the floor.
What is the maximum side spacing, in inches, between 1/2 inch
adjacent wood shakes on exterior wall coverings?
The ends of each joist, beam or girder shall have not less 1.5 inches
than ___ inches of bearing on wood or metal.
When installing concrete tile, which of the following Spaced battens
would not be considered an approved deck material?
Supply lines and fittings for every plumbing fixture shall Backflow
be protected by special assemblies in order to prevent
_____.
, What is required to support brick veneer above openings Lintel
in exterior walls?
Reinforcement of web holes in cold steel formed floor 65%
joists not conforming to the requirements of the IRC will
be permitted if the hole is located fully within the center
40% of the span and the depth and length of the hole
does not exceed ___ percent of the flat width of the web.
Masonry chimney walls shall be constructed of solid 4"
masonry units or hollow masonry units grouted solid with
not less than a ___ inch nominal thickness.
What is the maximum spacing of screws securing 5/8" 16 inches
thick gypsum board installed on a ceiling-oriented
perpendicular to the supports 24" on center and adhesive
is used?
Slump of concrete placed in removable forms must not 6 inches
exceed:
Within any flight of stairs, the greatest winder tread depth 3/8"
at the walk line shall not exceed the smallest by more
than ___ inch(es).
What size galvanized metal tie is required if a top plate is 16 gage in thickness and 1-1/2" wide
notched more than 50% of its width?
In what section of the span of a floor joist is it permitted The outer third of the span when less than one-sixth the depth of the joist
to cut a notch?
A scale of _____ is most often used for drawing houses. 1/4" = 1' 0"
When shingles are applied with a 5" exposure, four nails 5/8"
are placed ___" above the top of the cutouts.
When installing siding, what should boards that have Water Repellent
been cut be treated with?
