NCIDQ IDPX ACTUAL EXAM PAPER 2026
QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS GRADED A+
◍ B. Standing trim is an item of fixed length such as a door or window casing,
while running trim is an item of
continuing length such as baseboard or chair rail
Standing trim is an item of fixed length, such as a door or window casing
that can be installed with a single length of wood. Running trim is an item of
continuing length, such as a baseboard, chair rail or cornice.
Standing and running trim can be custom fabricated in almost any profile
and dimension the interior designer wants within reason..
Answer: Which of the following statements about trim are correct? A.
Standing trim is applied vertically, while running trim is applied
horizontally B. Standing trim is an item of fixed length such as a door or
window casing, while running trim is an item of continuing length such as
baseboard or chair rail C. Standing trim is available in standard nominal
dimensions, while running trim can be manufactured to any length the
designer specifies within reason D. All standing and running trim are only
available in standard sizes and are manufactured in mill, while wood
moldings are available in a wide variety of shapes and sizes with an
unlimited array of profiles
◍ D. Verify that the building and systems comply with the intent of the
research plan, design strategies, and business case
Construction observation and documentation, using field reports, is a critical
part of contract administration.
Evaluating the compliance of the end product with the design intent, during
construction, sets the groundwork for the team in regards to preparing for
post-occupancy research..
Answer: What is the MOST important activity that the project team does
, during the construction phase to prepare a project for post- occupancy
research? A. Develop and use a commissioning plan to evaluate
requirements in construction documents B. Verify that the installation and
implementation of systems were completed as specified by the manufacturer
C. Develop a training and operational plan for the staff about the new
processes and equipment to support achieving the planned outcomes D.
Verify that the building and systems comply with the intent of the research
plan, design strategies, and business case
◍ Concrete block
Concrete block belongs to Division 04 - Masonry, along with brick, stone
and other types of blocks (including glass blocks)..
Answer: In the MasterFormat System, which of the following does not
belong in Division 03 – Concrete? Concrete block and Grout Grout
Concrete block Pre-cast concrete
◍ Indemnification.
Answer: Something that serves to protect against loss or damage, as in an
indemnification clause in a contract. For example, an indemnification clause
in a construction contract is intended to protect the owner and designer
against situations where a person is injured due to negligence of the
contractor or the contractor's agents.
◍ A. level 5
The types of finishes on gypsum wallboard have been standardized by the
GypsumAssociation (GA) and published in GA-214, Recommended levels
of Gypsum Board Finish.
The levels provide a way to specify the exact requirement for any project.
This is important because factors such as lighting conditions and paint type
can affect the appearance of a surface that has not been properly finished.
For example, strong side lighting from a window perpendicular to a partition
can accentuate minor flaws and dents in the wallboard.
Level 5 is similar to Level 4 except that a thin skim coat of joint compound
is applied over the entire surface. This level is used where gloss, semi-gloss,
, enamel, or non- textured flat paints are specified or where severe lighting
conditions exist..
Answer: Which level of gypsum board finish should be used where gloss,
semi-gloss, enamel, or non- textured flat paints are specified or where severe
lighting conditions exist? A. level 5 B. level 1 C. level 6 D. level 3
◍ Discretionary Distribution.
Answer: Voluntary distribution of profits to owners and non-owners, such as
performance bonuses, profit sharing, incentive compensation, etc.
◍ Negligence.
Answer: The failure to use due care to avoid harming another person or
property.
◍ D. Gantt chart
This tool is used commonly to keep track of deadlines and dates during the
construction of a project..
Answer: What is the name of the tool shown that is used commonly by
project managers? A. Milestone chart B. Budget C. CPM chart D. Gantt
chart
◍ Indirect Labor.
Answer: All labor not charged to a project or revenue-producing account,
such as administration, general office time, and marketing.
◍ Chart of Accounts.
Answer: A list of the various accounts a business uses to keep track of
money along with corresponding account numbers used for data processing.
◍ Gross revenue.
Answer: All the revenue generated by a business for a period of time stated
◍ B. 16'-0"
When 2 exits are required from a room or space, the minimum distance
between exits is calculated by taking 1/3 of the diagonal of the space for
sprinklered buildings. For non-sprinklered buildings, the minimum distance
is calculated by taking 1/2 of the diagonal..
, Answer: The below image depicts a space that has been classified as an
Assembly Occupancy requiring 2 exits. The building is sprinklered
throughout. What is the minimum required distance between exits, noted as
value ‘L’? A. 12’-0” B. 16’-0” C. No minimum distance required as the
building is sprinklered throughout D. 24’-0”
◍ D: book match
Only book matching and slip matching refer to the ways individual veneer
pieces can be laid up next to each other. Of these two options, book
matching is generally considered the preferred, most pleasing match..
Answer: When specifying the method by which two veneer pieces are to be
applied, the most pleasing result is usually obtained with a: A: random
match B: balance match C: slip match D: book match
◍ Accounts Payable.
Answer: Claims from the suppliers of good or services but not yet paid for.
◍ intrapersonal
Because communication is one of the most important aspects of project
management, be aware that there are four basic kinds of communication in a
design office:
1. work assignment,
2. instructional,
3. reward and punishment and
4. social.
Answer: Which of the following is not one of the four basic kinds of
communication that takes place in a design office? intrapersonal reward and
punishment social instructional
◍ Property Insurance.
Answer: Protects the designer's building and its contents.
◍ Financial Liabilities.
Answer: Claims by people outside the business and claims by the owners of
the business against the total assets of the business
QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS GRADED A+
◍ B. Standing trim is an item of fixed length such as a door or window casing,
while running trim is an item of
continuing length such as baseboard or chair rail
Standing trim is an item of fixed length, such as a door or window casing
that can be installed with a single length of wood. Running trim is an item of
continuing length, such as a baseboard, chair rail or cornice.
Standing and running trim can be custom fabricated in almost any profile
and dimension the interior designer wants within reason..
Answer: Which of the following statements about trim are correct? A.
Standing trim is applied vertically, while running trim is applied
horizontally B. Standing trim is an item of fixed length such as a door or
window casing, while running trim is an item of continuing length such as
baseboard or chair rail C. Standing trim is available in standard nominal
dimensions, while running trim can be manufactured to any length the
designer specifies within reason D. All standing and running trim are only
available in standard sizes and are manufactured in mill, while wood
moldings are available in a wide variety of shapes and sizes with an
unlimited array of profiles
◍ D. Verify that the building and systems comply with the intent of the
research plan, design strategies, and business case
Construction observation and documentation, using field reports, is a critical
part of contract administration.
Evaluating the compliance of the end product with the design intent, during
construction, sets the groundwork for the team in regards to preparing for
post-occupancy research..
Answer: What is the MOST important activity that the project team does
, during the construction phase to prepare a project for post- occupancy
research? A. Develop and use a commissioning plan to evaluate
requirements in construction documents B. Verify that the installation and
implementation of systems were completed as specified by the manufacturer
C. Develop a training and operational plan for the staff about the new
processes and equipment to support achieving the planned outcomes D.
Verify that the building and systems comply with the intent of the research
plan, design strategies, and business case
◍ Concrete block
Concrete block belongs to Division 04 - Masonry, along with brick, stone
and other types of blocks (including glass blocks)..
Answer: In the MasterFormat System, which of the following does not
belong in Division 03 – Concrete? Concrete block and Grout Grout
Concrete block Pre-cast concrete
◍ Indemnification.
Answer: Something that serves to protect against loss or damage, as in an
indemnification clause in a contract. For example, an indemnification clause
in a construction contract is intended to protect the owner and designer
against situations where a person is injured due to negligence of the
contractor or the contractor's agents.
◍ A. level 5
The types of finishes on gypsum wallboard have been standardized by the
GypsumAssociation (GA) and published in GA-214, Recommended levels
of Gypsum Board Finish.
The levels provide a way to specify the exact requirement for any project.
This is important because factors such as lighting conditions and paint type
can affect the appearance of a surface that has not been properly finished.
For example, strong side lighting from a window perpendicular to a partition
can accentuate minor flaws and dents in the wallboard.
Level 5 is similar to Level 4 except that a thin skim coat of joint compound
is applied over the entire surface. This level is used where gloss, semi-gloss,
, enamel, or non- textured flat paints are specified or where severe lighting
conditions exist..
Answer: Which level of gypsum board finish should be used where gloss,
semi-gloss, enamel, or non- textured flat paints are specified or where severe
lighting conditions exist? A. level 5 B. level 1 C. level 6 D. level 3
◍ Discretionary Distribution.
Answer: Voluntary distribution of profits to owners and non-owners, such as
performance bonuses, profit sharing, incentive compensation, etc.
◍ Negligence.
Answer: The failure to use due care to avoid harming another person or
property.
◍ D. Gantt chart
This tool is used commonly to keep track of deadlines and dates during the
construction of a project..
Answer: What is the name of the tool shown that is used commonly by
project managers? A. Milestone chart B. Budget C. CPM chart D. Gantt
chart
◍ Indirect Labor.
Answer: All labor not charged to a project or revenue-producing account,
such as administration, general office time, and marketing.
◍ Chart of Accounts.
Answer: A list of the various accounts a business uses to keep track of
money along with corresponding account numbers used for data processing.
◍ Gross revenue.
Answer: All the revenue generated by a business for a period of time stated
◍ B. 16'-0"
When 2 exits are required from a room or space, the minimum distance
between exits is calculated by taking 1/3 of the diagonal of the space for
sprinklered buildings. For non-sprinklered buildings, the minimum distance
is calculated by taking 1/2 of the diagonal..
, Answer: The below image depicts a space that has been classified as an
Assembly Occupancy requiring 2 exits. The building is sprinklered
throughout. What is the minimum required distance between exits, noted as
value ‘L’? A. 12’-0” B. 16’-0” C. No minimum distance required as the
building is sprinklered throughout D. 24’-0”
◍ D: book match
Only book matching and slip matching refer to the ways individual veneer
pieces can be laid up next to each other. Of these two options, book
matching is generally considered the preferred, most pleasing match..
Answer: When specifying the method by which two veneer pieces are to be
applied, the most pleasing result is usually obtained with a: A: random
match B: balance match C: slip match D: book match
◍ Accounts Payable.
Answer: Claims from the suppliers of good or services but not yet paid for.
◍ intrapersonal
Because communication is one of the most important aspects of project
management, be aware that there are four basic kinds of communication in a
design office:
1. work assignment,
2. instructional,
3. reward and punishment and
4. social.
Answer: Which of the following is not one of the four basic kinds of
communication that takes place in a design office? intrapersonal reward and
punishment social instructional
◍ Property Insurance.
Answer: Protects the designer's building and its contents.
◍ Financial Liabilities.
Answer: Claims by people outside the business and claims by the owners of
the business against the total assets of the business
