CSLB B LICENSE GENERAL CONTRACTOR COMPREHENSIVE EXAM SCRIPT COMPLETE
QUESTIONS VERIFIED SOLUTIONS
Question:
C) In round columns.
Answer:
Where are spiral rebar ties used? A) In curved walls B) In grade beams C) In round columns D) In
spiral staircases
Question:
1/2".
Answer:
What is the minimum size anchor bolt used to anchor sill plates to a foundation?
Question:
D) All of the above.
Answer:
Required reinforcement bar splicing length or lap length is a function of: A) Diameter of the
reinforced bar B) Stress in the reinforced bar at the cross section of splicing. C) Bond-strength
between the reinforcing bar and the concrete. D) All of the above.
Question:
Class I (Class I - used for temporary or for light loadsClass II - used for structures that will
encounter heavy loads).
Answer:
What class of formwork is used for temporary or light loads?
,Question:
A) Higher cured strength.
Answer:
Compacting placed concrete is advisable because of: A) Higher cured strength. B) Higher
compaction. C) Less water content. D) Less risk of voids.
Question:
D) Careful grading.
Answer:
What would be the easiest way to avoid puddling under a slab? A) Drainage ditches B) Drainage
pipes C) A gravel and sand base D) Careful grading
Question:
Joints designed to separate one pour from another.
Answer:
Construction joints are:
Question:
150 lb/cu. ft.
Answer:
The average deadload of dry concrete, including reinforcement, is:
Question:
No. 10 AWG.
Answer:
What is the smallest size THW copper conductor that can be used on a 30-amp branch circuit?
, Question:
+/- 2 inches.
Answer:
The normal tolerance for the location of bends and ends of reinforcing bar is:
Question:
3 1/2" (Although most concrete slabs are 4", according to code, the minimum permissible thickness
for the slab is 3 ½".).
Answer:
What is the minimum required thickness for a slab?
Question:
D) Be attached to the ceiling framing members by bolts, screws, rivets, or clips When installing
lay-in type lights in suspended ceilings, they need to be securely attached to the ceiling frame using
mechanical methods. This can be done with bolts, screws, rivets, or clips. However, if using clips to
support the lights, make sure they are specifically designed for this purpose and approved for use in
suspended ceiling assemblies. This requirement is stated in Section 410.36(B) of the California
Electrical Code.
Answer:
When installing recessed lay-in type lights in suspended ceilings, what methods should be used to
attach them to the ceiling framing members, as per the NEC? A) Be supported independently of the
ceiling grid B) Not be attached to the ceiling framing members C) Be attached to the building
support framing members D) Be attached to the ceiling framing members by bolts, screws, rivets, or
clips
Question:
C) Being less expensive.
Answer:
A mix with a higher percentage of rock has the advantage of: A) Higher strength. B) Being lighter.
C) Being less expensive. D) Higher resistance to abrasion.
QUESTIONS VERIFIED SOLUTIONS
Question:
C) In round columns.
Answer:
Where are spiral rebar ties used? A) In curved walls B) In grade beams C) In round columns D) In
spiral staircases
Question:
1/2".
Answer:
What is the minimum size anchor bolt used to anchor sill plates to a foundation?
Question:
D) All of the above.
Answer:
Required reinforcement bar splicing length or lap length is a function of: A) Diameter of the
reinforced bar B) Stress in the reinforced bar at the cross section of splicing. C) Bond-strength
between the reinforcing bar and the concrete. D) All of the above.
Question:
Class I (Class I - used for temporary or for light loadsClass II - used for structures that will
encounter heavy loads).
Answer:
What class of formwork is used for temporary or light loads?
,Question:
A) Higher cured strength.
Answer:
Compacting placed concrete is advisable because of: A) Higher cured strength. B) Higher
compaction. C) Less water content. D) Less risk of voids.
Question:
D) Careful grading.
Answer:
What would be the easiest way to avoid puddling under a slab? A) Drainage ditches B) Drainage
pipes C) A gravel and sand base D) Careful grading
Question:
Joints designed to separate one pour from another.
Answer:
Construction joints are:
Question:
150 lb/cu. ft.
Answer:
The average deadload of dry concrete, including reinforcement, is:
Question:
No. 10 AWG.
Answer:
What is the smallest size THW copper conductor that can be used on a 30-amp branch circuit?
, Question:
+/- 2 inches.
Answer:
The normal tolerance for the location of bends and ends of reinforcing bar is:
Question:
3 1/2" (Although most concrete slabs are 4", according to code, the minimum permissible thickness
for the slab is 3 ½".).
Answer:
What is the minimum required thickness for a slab?
Question:
D) Be attached to the ceiling framing members by bolts, screws, rivets, or clips When installing
lay-in type lights in suspended ceilings, they need to be securely attached to the ceiling frame using
mechanical methods. This can be done with bolts, screws, rivets, or clips. However, if using clips to
support the lights, make sure they are specifically designed for this purpose and approved for use in
suspended ceiling assemblies. This requirement is stated in Section 410.36(B) of the California
Electrical Code.
Answer:
When installing recessed lay-in type lights in suspended ceilings, what methods should be used to
attach them to the ceiling framing members, as per the NEC? A) Be supported independently of the
ceiling grid B) Not be attached to the ceiling framing members C) Be attached to the building
support framing members D) Be attached to the ceiling framing members by bolts, screws, rivets, or
clips
Question:
C) Being less expensive.
Answer:
A mix with a higher percentage of rock has the advantage of: A) Higher strength. B) Being lighter.
C) Being less expensive. D) Higher resistance to abrasion.
