ICC CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING RESIDENTIAL
EXAMINER EXAM PRACTICE EXAM QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWER WITH EXPLANATION GRADED A+
STUDY GUIDE LATEST 2026 UPDATE 100% CORRECT
1.
The primary purpose of the California Green Building Standards Code is to:
A. Improve environmental performance in buildings
B. Regulate only structural steel
C. Eliminate energy codes
D. Replace zoning ordinances
Answer: A
CALGreen establishes sustainability and environmental performance requirements.
2.
The California Green Building Standards Code is commonly known as:
A. CALGreen
B. CBC
C. CPC
D. CMC
Answer: A
CALGreen is Part 11 of Title 24.
3.
A residential plans examiner primarily verifies:
A. Compliance with approved codes and plans
B. Furniture layouts only
C. Landscaping preferences only
D. Paint colors only
,Answer: A
Plans examiners review construction documents for code compliance.
4.
CALGreen applies to:
A. Newly constructed residential buildings and applicable alterations
B. Roadway striping only
C. Agricultural irrigation only
D. Furniture manufacturing only
Answer: A
CALGreen regulates sustainable building practices for construction projects.
5.
Mandatory CALGreen measures are:
A. Required code provisions
B. Optional recommendations only
C. Manufacturer guidelines only
D. Landscaping preferences only
Answer: A
Mandatory measures must be followed for compliance.
6.
The plans examiner should verify:
A. Required green building documentation
B. Furniture arrangements
C. Ceiling paint colors
D. Landscaping styles
Answer: A
Documentation demonstrates code compliance.
7.
, Construction waste reduction requirements are intended to:
A. Reduce landfill waste
B. Increase demolition debris
C. Eliminate recycling
D. Increase disposal costs intentionally
Answer: A
Waste diversion supports environmental sustainability.
8.
The plans examiner should verify:
A. Construction waste management requirements
B. Furniture spacing
C. Ceiling textures
D. Landscaping decorations
Answer: A
Waste management plans are required for compliance.
9.
Moisture management requirements are intended to:
A. Prevent water intrusion and mold growth
B. Increase structural decay
C. Eliminate weather barriers
D. Replace insulation
Answer: A
Moisture control improves durability and indoor air quality.
10.
The plans examiner should verify:
A. Weather-resistant exterior envelope details
B. Furniture dimensions
C. Paint sheen levels
D. Landscaping irrigation schedules
Answer: A
Weather protection prevents building deterioration.
EXAMINER EXAM PRACTICE EXAM QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWER WITH EXPLANATION GRADED A+
STUDY GUIDE LATEST 2026 UPDATE 100% CORRECT
1.
The primary purpose of the California Green Building Standards Code is to:
A. Improve environmental performance in buildings
B. Regulate only structural steel
C. Eliminate energy codes
D. Replace zoning ordinances
Answer: A
CALGreen establishes sustainability and environmental performance requirements.
2.
The California Green Building Standards Code is commonly known as:
A. CALGreen
B. CBC
C. CPC
D. CMC
Answer: A
CALGreen is Part 11 of Title 24.
3.
A residential plans examiner primarily verifies:
A. Compliance with approved codes and plans
B. Furniture layouts only
C. Landscaping preferences only
D. Paint colors only
,Answer: A
Plans examiners review construction documents for code compliance.
4.
CALGreen applies to:
A. Newly constructed residential buildings and applicable alterations
B. Roadway striping only
C. Agricultural irrigation only
D. Furniture manufacturing only
Answer: A
CALGreen regulates sustainable building practices for construction projects.
5.
Mandatory CALGreen measures are:
A. Required code provisions
B. Optional recommendations only
C. Manufacturer guidelines only
D. Landscaping preferences only
Answer: A
Mandatory measures must be followed for compliance.
6.
The plans examiner should verify:
A. Required green building documentation
B. Furniture arrangements
C. Ceiling paint colors
D. Landscaping styles
Answer: A
Documentation demonstrates code compliance.
7.
, Construction waste reduction requirements are intended to:
A. Reduce landfill waste
B. Increase demolition debris
C. Eliminate recycling
D. Increase disposal costs intentionally
Answer: A
Waste diversion supports environmental sustainability.
8.
The plans examiner should verify:
A. Construction waste management requirements
B. Furniture spacing
C. Ceiling textures
D. Landscaping decorations
Answer: A
Waste management plans are required for compliance.
9.
Moisture management requirements are intended to:
A. Prevent water intrusion and mold growth
B. Increase structural decay
C. Eliminate weather barriers
D. Replace insulation
Answer: A
Moisture control improves durability and indoor air quality.
10.
The plans examiner should verify:
A. Weather-resistant exterior envelope details
B. Furniture dimensions
C. Paint sheen levels
D. Landscaping irrigation schedules
Answer: A
Weather protection prevents building deterioration.
