ARIZONA REGISTRAR OF CONTRACTORS (AZ
ROC) |CR-6 CABINET, MILLWORK & FINISH
CARPENTRY PRACTICE EXAM - 200
QUESTIONS WITH VERIFIED ANSWERS &
RATIONALES 2026/2027 EDITION
1. What is the standard height for upper kitchen cabinets above a
countertop?
A) 12 inches
B) 18 inches
C) 24 inches
D) 30 inches
Answer: B
Rationale: Standard distance from countertop to bottom of upper cabinets is 18
inches for kitchens, 15 inches for bathrooms.
2. Which wood species is most commonly used for paint-grade trim because
of its smooth texture and ability to hold paint?
A) Oak
B) Poplar
C) Walnut
D) Cherry
Answer: B
,Rationale: Poplar is a hardwood with a smooth, closed grain that paints well and
is relatively inexpensive.
3. What is the minimum recommended riser height for a residential stair
according to the International Residential Code (IRC)?
A) 4 inches
B) 7.75 inches
C) 8.25 inches
D) 9 inches
Answer: B
Rationale: IRC limits riser height to a maximum of 7.75 inches for residential stairs.
4. Which type of hinge is fully concealed when the cabinet door is closed?
A) Butt hinge
B) European hinge (cup hinge)
C) Strap hinge
D) Piano hinge
Answer: B
Rationale: European hinges are concealed inside the cabinet, offering a clean look
and adjustability.
5. What is the nominal thickness of a standard base cabinet side panel?
,A) 1/2 inch
B) 3/4 inch
C) 1 inch
D) 1-1/4 inch
Answer: B
Rationale: Most base cabinets use 3/4-inch plywood or particleboard for sides,
shelves, and bottoms.
6. Which tool is used to cut a mortise for a hinge?
A) Circular saw
B) Router
C) Jigsaw
D) Reciprocating saw
Answer: B
Rationale: A router with a hinge template is used to cut precise mortises for butt
hinges.
7. What is the purpose of a scribe molding on a cabinet installation?
A) To cover the gap between cabinet and wall
B) To cover the gap between cabinet and wall
C) To provide a decorative edge
D) To support the countertop
Answer: B
, Rationale: Scribe molding is flexible and can be trimmed to fit uneven walls,
hiding gaps.
8. Which of the following is a common adhesive for laminating plastic
laminate to particleboard?
A) White glue
B) Contact cement
C) Epoxy
D) Polyurethane glue
Answer: B
Rationale: Contact cement bonds instantly on contact and is standard for plastic
laminate.
9. What is the standard depth of a base cabinet?
A) 12 inches
B) 24 inches
C) 30 inches
D) 36 inches
Answer: B
Rationale: Base cabinets are typically 24 inches deep (excluding countertop
overhang).
ROC) |CR-6 CABINET, MILLWORK & FINISH
CARPENTRY PRACTICE EXAM - 200
QUESTIONS WITH VERIFIED ANSWERS &
RATIONALES 2026/2027 EDITION
1. What is the standard height for upper kitchen cabinets above a
countertop?
A) 12 inches
B) 18 inches
C) 24 inches
D) 30 inches
Answer: B
Rationale: Standard distance from countertop to bottom of upper cabinets is 18
inches for kitchens, 15 inches for bathrooms.
2. Which wood species is most commonly used for paint-grade trim because
of its smooth texture and ability to hold paint?
A) Oak
B) Poplar
C) Walnut
D) Cherry
Answer: B
,Rationale: Poplar is a hardwood with a smooth, closed grain that paints well and
is relatively inexpensive.
3. What is the minimum recommended riser height for a residential stair
according to the International Residential Code (IRC)?
A) 4 inches
B) 7.75 inches
C) 8.25 inches
D) 9 inches
Answer: B
Rationale: IRC limits riser height to a maximum of 7.75 inches for residential stairs.
4. Which type of hinge is fully concealed when the cabinet door is closed?
A) Butt hinge
B) European hinge (cup hinge)
C) Strap hinge
D) Piano hinge
Answer: B
Rationale: European hinges are concealed inside the cabinet, offering a clean look
and adjustability.
5. What is the nominal thickness of a standard base cabinet side panel?
,A) 1/2 inch
B) 3/4 inch
C) 1 inch
D) 1-1/4 inch
Answer: B
Rationale: Most base cabinets use 3/4-inch plywood or particleboard for sides,
shelves, and bottoms.
6. Which tool is used to cut a mortise for a hinge?
A) Circular saw
B) Router
C) Jigsaw
D) Reciprocating saw
Answer: B
Rationale: A router with a hinge template is used to cut precise mortises for butt
hinges.
7. What is the purpose of a scribe molding on a cabinet installation?
A) To cover the gap between cabinet and wall
B) To cover the gap between cabinet and wall
C) To provide a decorative edge
D) To support the countertop
Answer: B
, Rationale: Scribe molding is flexible and can be trimmed to fit uneven walls,
hiding gaps.
8. Which of the following is a common adhesive for laminating plastic
laminate to particleboard?
A) White glue
B) Contact cement
C) Epoxy
D) Polyurethane glue
Answer: B
Rationale: Contact cement bonds instantly on contact and is standard for plastic
laminate.
9. What is the standard depth of a base cabinet?
A) 12 inches
B) 24 inches
C) 30 inches
D) 36 inches
Answer: B
Rationale: Base cabinets are typically 24 inches deep (excluding countertop
overhang).
