NCIDQ PRACTICE EXAM QUESTIONS – IDPX
Which event triggers the issuance of a certificate of occupancy?
A. Construction work is complete except for fire alarm testing.
B. The contractor sends you a pay request for 100% complete work.
C. The owner wants to move into part of the space before the rest is finished.
D. The city inspector has inspected and finalized the job. - Answers- Answer: D
What factors are MOST important in determining the locations of individual workstations
within departments?
A. Planning and design concepts
B. Company image and employee status
C. Work relationships and job adjacencies
D. Client's business and communication patterns - Answers- Answer: C
In which situation should you use a construction change directive?
A. To request an electrical contractor not listed by the contractor in the bid [tender]
documents
B. To request pricing for an additional receptacle per the client's request
C. To provide additional dimensions to the contractor regarding a receptacle location
D. To relocate an electrical receptacle because of revised furniture plans - Answers-
Answer: D
Why is it necessary to indicate the placement of the proposed elevator and stairway in a
preliminary plan?
A. To ensure an acceptable location to meet all codes
B. To verify the client's budget constraints
C. To establish the structural support work required
D. To ensure accessibility and visibility to visitors - Answers- Answer: A
In which space is emergency lighting REQUIRED?
A. Elevators
B. Private offices
C. Egress corridors
D. Restrooms - Answers- Answer: C
After construction on a project has begun, the client asks you to change the
wallcovering originally specified to one that does not meet current code requirements.
Which of the following is your BEST course of action?
A. Research available products that are similar to the requested product and meet the
code requirements. Present the options to the client for approval.
B. Write a letter to the client stating that the change is against your professional
recommendation and that you will make the change but assume no liability.
C. Write a letter to the client explaining that you will not make the requested change.
Which event triggers the issuance of a certificate of occupancy?
A. Construction work is complete except for fire alarm testing.
B. The contractor sends you a pay request for 100% complete work.
C. The owner wants to move into part of the space before the rest is finished.
D. The city inspector has inspected and finalized the job. - Answers- Answer: D
What factors are MOST important in determining the locations of individual workstations
within departments?
A. Planning and design concepts
B. Company image and employee status
C. Work relationships and job adjacencies
D. Client's business and communication patterns - Answers- Answer: C
In which situation should you use a construction change directive?
A. To request an electrical contractor not listed by the contractor in the bid [tender]
documents
B. To request pricing for an additional receptacle per the client's request
C. To provide additional dimensions to the contractor regarding a receptacle location
D. To relocate an electrical receptacle because of revised furniture plans - Answers-
Answer: D
Why is it necessary to indicate the placement of the proposed elevator and stairway in a
preliminary plan?
A. To ensure an acceptable location to meet all codes
B. To verify the client's budget constraints
C. To establish the structural support work required
D. To ensure accessibility and visibility to visitors - Answers- Answer: A
In which space is emergency lighting REQUIRED?
A. Elevators
B. Private offices
C. Egress corridors
D. Restrooms - Answers- Answer: C
After construction on a project has begun, the client asks you to change the
wallcovering originally specified to one that does not meet current code requirements.
Which of the following is your BEST course of action?
A. Research available products that are similar to the requested product and meet the
code requirements. Present the options to the client for approval.
B. Write a letter to the client stating that the change is against your professional
recommendation and that you will make the change but assume no liability.
C. Write a letter to the client explaining that you will not make the requested change.
