VIRGINIA HIC EXAM ACTUAL EXAM QUESTIONS
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VERIFIED ANSWERS | LATEST VERSION (JUST
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How MUST rafters be framed to each other - ans -With rectangular ties
The nailing holes in aluminum and vinyl siding are elongated to allow for - ans -
Expansion and contraction
What are batter boards - ans -stakes and ledger boards marking building lines
The first step that needs to be taken prior to starting any excavation work is - ans
-contracting the local utility companies
What is the MAXIMUM distance horizontal reinforcement can be placed from the
top of a masonry partition wall - ans -16 inches
What is the MINIMUM vertical reinforcement spacing for a reinforced concrete
foundation wall that is 7 feet high and 10 inches thick on type SP soil - ans -48
inches on center
A third stairway stringer should be used when the stair width exceeds - ans -30
inches
Unless otherwise specified, the standard guideline for spacing contraction joints is
to space them in feet - ans -2 times the stab depth in inches
What is the MINIMUM lap of riveted horizontal lap siding - ans -1 inches
For multiple-width masonry (mampostería de ancho múltiple) what is the
MINIMUM thickness of grout between masonry units and reinforcements? - ans -
1/4 inch
What is the MAXIMUM dimension of the ventilation coverings for under-floor
space - ans -1/4 inch
, The MOST specific information about the size and location of windows would be
found in a - ans -Floor plan
What is the MINIMUM illumination for general constructions area lighting - ans -5
foot candles
in drywall 3 trim is used to - ans -provide a finish edge
What is the MINIMUM number of anchor bolts REQUIRED for anchoring a 12 foot
section of wood still plate to a foundation - ans -two bolts
What is the MINIMUM square footage of net clear opening area for an egress
window in a second floor sleeping area - ans -5.70 square feet
Which window type consists of an upper and a lower sash that slide vertically in
the side jambs - ans -Double hung windows
The MINIMUN length drywall screw for installing 1/2 inch gypsum board to wood
studs is - ans -1 1/4 inches
What is the MINIMUM breaking strength required of safety belt lanyards - ans -
5,400 pounds
What is the MINIMUM clearance that combustible insulation MUST other heat-
producing devices - ans -1 inch
What is the MAXIMUM flame spread index for insulation materials - ans -25
The amount of water per sack of cement is what controls all EXCEPT - ans -Wear
resistance
The escape device for a trench over 4 feet deep MUST be within a MAXIMUM of -
ans -25 feet of the worker
What is the correct sequence for installing a bi-fold door - ans -Top track, lower
track, insert bottom pivot, insert upper pivot
AND CORRECT ANSWERS | ALREADY GRADED A+ |
VERIFIED ANSWERS | LATEST VERSION (JUST
RELEASED)
How MUST rafters be framed to each other - ans -With rectangular ties
The nailing holes in aluminum and vinyl siding are elongated to allow for - ans -
Expansion and contraction
What are batter boards - ans -stakes and ledger boards marking building lines
The first step that needs to be taken prior to starting any excavation work is - ans
-contracting the local utility companies
What is the MAXIMUM distance horizontal reinforcement can be placed from the
top of a masonry partition wall - ans -16 inches
What is the MINIMUM vertical reinforcement spacing for a reinforced concrete
foundation wall that is 7 feet high and 10 inches thick on type SP soil - ans -48
inches on center
A third stairway stringer should be used when the stair width exceeds - ans -30
inches
Unless otherwise specified, the standard guideline for spacing contraction joints is
to space them in feet - ans -2 times the stab depth in inches
What is the MINIMUM lap of riveted horizontal lap siding - ans -1 inches
For multiple-width masonry (mampostería de ancho múltiple) what is the
MINIMUM thickness of grout between masonry units and reinforcements? - ans -
1/4 inch
What is the MAXIMUM dimension of the ventilation coverings for under-floor
space - ans -1/4 inch
, The MOST specific information about the size and location of windows would be
found in a - ans -Floor plan
What is the MINIMUM illumination for general constructions area lighting - ans -5
foot candles
in drywall 3 trim is used to - ans -provide a finish edge
What is the MINIMUM number of anchor bolts REQUIRED for anchoring a 12 foot
section of wood still plate to a foundation - ans -two bolts
What is the MINIMUM square footage of net clear opening area for an egress
window in a second floor sleeping area - ans -5.70 square feet
Which window type consists of an upper and a lower sash that slide vertically in
the side jambs - ans -Double hung windows
The MINIMUN length drywall screw for installing 1/2 inch gypsum board to wood
studs is - ans -1 1/4 inches
What is the MINIMUM breaking strength required of safety belt lanyards - ans -
5,400 pounds
What is the MINIMUM clearance that combustible insulation MUST other heat-
producing devices - ans -1 inch
What is the MAXIMUM flame spread index for insulation materials - ans -25
The amount of water per sack of cement is what controls all EXCEPT - ans -Wear
resistance
The escape device for a trench over 4 feet deep MUST be within a MAXIMUM of -
ans -25 feet of the worker
What is the correct sequence for installing a bi-fold door - ans -Top track, lower
track, insert bottom pivot, insert upper pivot
