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Applied Structural Drying Technician
KNOWLEDGE TEST GUIDE
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,1. What is the primary physical principle that governs the drying
process in water-damaged structures?
A) Evaporation
B) Condensation
C) Dehumidification
D) Sublimation
Correct Answer: A) Evaporation
2. Which of the following equipment is essential for monitoring the
progress of drying in a restorative drying environment?
A) Air movers
B) Dehumidifiers
C) Moisture meters
D) Air scrubbers
Correct Answer: C) Moisture meters
3. In the context of restorative drying, what does the 'A' in the
acronym 'GPP' stand for?
A) Absolute
B) Air
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, C) Average
D) Amplified
Correct Answer: A) Absolute
4. What is the recommended procedure for drying hardwood
floors to prevent warping and cupping?
A) Direct heat drying
B) Desiccant dehumidification
C) Low-grain refrigerant dehumidification
D) Aggressive ventilation
Correct Answer: B) Desiccant dehumidification
5. When establishing a drying chamber, what is the primary
purpose of creating containment?
A) To concentrate the drying effort
B) To prevent cross-contamination
C) To reduce energy consumption
D) All of the above
Correct Answer: D) All of the above
© Herzing 2024/2025
Applied Structural Drying Technician
KNOWLEDGE TEST GUIDE
© Herzing 2024/2025
,1. What is the primary physical principle that governs the drying
process in water-damaged structures?
A) Evaporation
B) Condensation
C) Dehumidification
D) Sublimation
Correct Answer: A) Evaporation
2. Which of the following equipment is essential for monitoring the
progress of drying in a restorative drying environment?
A) Air movers
B) Dehumidifiers
C) Moisture meters
D) Air scrubbers
Correct Answer: C) Moisture meters
3. In the context of restorative drying, what does the 'A' in the
acronym 'GPP' stand for?
A) Absolute
B) Air
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, C) Average
D) Amplified
Correct Answer: A) Absolute
4. What is the recommended procedure for drying hardwood
floors to prevent warping and cupping?
A) Direct heat drying
B) Desiccant dehumidification
C) Low-grain refrigerant dehumidification
D) Aggressive ventilation
Correct Answer: B) Desiccant dehumidification
5. When establishing a drying chamber, what is the primary
purpose of creating containment?
A) To concentrate the drying effort
B) To prevent cross-contamination
C) To reduce energy consumption
D) All of the above
Correct Answer: D) All of the above
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