CM FINAL EXAM WITH ALL CORRECT & 100% VERIFIED
ANSWERS|ACTUAL COMPLETE EXAM|ALREADY
PASSED
Transportation supports construction and is construction... without transportation, there would be
no built environment. ✔Correct answer-True
Where should you install a pump to pump water higher than 33 feet up a building? ✔Correct
answer-At the bottom
With respect to our knowledge of ancient builders, Social Dichotomy theory describes a lack of
understanding and respect between what types of people? ✔Correct answer-Intelligencia versus
Craftpeople
In 2010, the DOJ (Department of Justice) published the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design as
enforceable regulations, revising the old ADA Act of 1990.
Since 2012, any State and Local Government Facilities, as well as any Public Accommodations and
Commercial Facilities, shall comply with the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design. ✔Correct
answer-True
What does the abbreviation AHU mean and what does this HVAC equipment do? ✔Correct
answer-Air Handler Unit - It conditions the air (mix outside air with return air; filter dust; heat/cool)
before distributing it throughout the building.
The only thing to consider when erecting a scaffolding is the weight of the workers and materials it
needs to support. ✔Correct answer-False
The Romans were the first to introduce the major elements of modern road engineering. They
designed roads typically made of the following layers: ✔Correct answer-From bottom to top:
compacted sand + crushed rock + gravel in cement mortar + sand, gravel & cement + large stone slab
What are all the major consideration(s) to take into account for the design of a skyscaper?
✔Correct answer-Fire (prevent fire from spreading from floor to floor), Seismic (prevent damages
from seismic forces) and Soil bearing capaci
The type of bridges that allows to longest span between piers is called ___________________
bridge. It uses cables to support the bridge. ✔Correct answer-suspension
All "live" loads are due to the environment. ✔Correct answer-False
Which one of the procurement type requires the most collaboration between Design Professionals
and Contractors? ✔Correct answer-Design-Build
An example of a "dead" load would be the weight of the building itself ✔Correct answer-True
Who provides the drawings and specifications required for the construction of a project? ✔Correct
answer-Design Professional
, Lean Construction is about making the work flow shorter by taking as many shortcuts and cutting as
many corners as possible, regardless of quality. ✔Correct answer-False
The adopted IBC (International Building Code) may never be amended by a city to adjust to specific
local conditions. ✔Correct answer-False
Personal relationships is important when working on construction projects.
Companies hire their employees not only based on competency to do the job, but also based on
compatibility between the employee and the company's culture, with an emphasis on teamwork
within their workforce. ✔Correct answer-True
What structural behavior does this sketch illustrate? ✔Correct answer-Shear
The first cranes were invented during the Middle Age to not only lift heavy loads, but also to
maneuver them into position. ✔Correct answer-True
Which falseowrk is the most difficult and demanding type of falsework?
Difficult to install and dismantle.
Demanding because of the precision required. ✔Correct answer-Centering
What were a "windlass" and a "capstan" and how where they used in the building of cathedrals?
✔Correct answer-The "windlass" was a hoisting tool consisting of a horizontally mounted cylindrically
shaped drum with an axle running through its center. The "capstan" was also a hoisting tool with a
drum and axle, but the drum was mounted vertically. Both could be compared to a fishing reel.
The Pyramids are subject to expansion and contraction movements from lateral forces (heat/cold,
earthquakes, settling, etc....).
How did the Egyptians control the shape and slope of their pyramids to ensure that they wouldn't
collapse after erection? ✔Correct answer-The block courses were made slightly concave towards
the apex
Concrete reaches maximum strength after ___ days ✔Correct answer-28 days
Who would typically be the person in charge of designing and building a cathedral, and hiring all the
skilled craftsmen? ✔Correct answer-The Master Builder
The biggest challenge facing the construction industry today is: ✔Correct answer-Lack of skilled
craftspeople
What material(s) was/were originally used to cover the pyramids and make them shine like a sun
ray? ✔Correct answer-Gold sheets at the very top and polished limestone down the sides
Which type of Falsework causes the most accidents when it is NOT used? ✔Correct answer-
Shoring
In which area of the world would you expect to find bamboo scaffolding? ✔Correct answer-China
Controlling the Interior Environment is mostly about _______________. It's staying warm in the
winter, cool in the summer, and maintaining humidity within endurable limits. ✔Correct answer-
Human Comfort
ANSWERS|ACTUAL COMPLETE EXAM|ALREADY
PASSED
Transportation supports construction and is construction... without transportation, there would be
no built environment. ✔Correct answer-True
Where should you install a pump to pump water higher than 33 feet up a building? ✔Correct
answer-At the bottom
With respect to our knowledge of ancient builders, Social Dichotomy theory describes a lack of
understanding and respect between what types of people? ✔Correct answer-Intelligencia versus
Craftpeople
In 2010, the DOJ (Department of Justice) published the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design as
enforceable regulations, revising the old ADA Act of 1990.
Since 2012, any State and Local Government Facilities, as well as any Public Accommodations and
Commercial Facilities, shall comply with the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design. ✔Correct
answer-True
What does the abbreviation AHU mean and what does this HVAC equipment do? ✔Correct
answer-Air Handler Unit - It conditions the air (mix outside air with return air; filter dust; heat/cool)
before distributing it throughout the building.
The only thing to consider when erecting a scaffolding is the weight of the workers and materials it
needs to support. ✔Correct answer-False
The Romans were the first to introduce the major elements of modern road engineering. They
designed roads typically made of the following layers: ✔Correct answer-From bottom to top:
compacted sand + crushed rock + gravel in cement mortar + sand, gravel & cement + large stone slab
What are all the major consideration(s) to take into account for the design of a skyscaper?
✔Correct answer-Fire (prevent fire from spreading from floor to floor), Seismic (prevent damages
from seismic forces) and Soil bearing capaci
The type of bridges that allows to longest span between piers is called ___________________
bridge. It uses cables to support the bridge. ✔Correct answer-suspension
All "live" loads are due to the environment. ✔Correct answer-False
Which one of the procurement type requires the most collaboration between Design Professionals
and Contractors? ✔Correct answer-Design-Build
An example of a "dead" load would be the weight of the building itself ✔Correct answer-True
Who provides the drawings and specifications required for the construction of a project? ✔Correct
answer-Design Professional
, Lean Construction is about making the work flow shorter by taking as many shortcuts and cutting as
many corners as possible, regardless of quality. ✔Correct answer-False
The adopted IBC (International Building Code) may never be amended by a city to adjust to specific
local conditions. ✔Correct answer-False
Personal relationships is important when working on construction projects.
Companies hire their employees not only based on competency to do the job, but also based on
compatibility between the employee and the company's culture, with an emphasis on teamwork
within their workforce. ✔Correct answer-True
What structural behavior does this sketch illustrate? ✔Correct answer-Shear
The first cranes were invented during the Middle Age to not only lift heavy loads, but also to
maneuver them into position. ✔Correct answer-True
Which falseowrk is the most difficult and demanding type of falsework?
Difficult to install and dismantle.
Demanding because of the precision required. ✔Correct answer-Centering
What were a "windlass" and a "capstan" and how where they used in the building of cathedrals?
✔Correct answer-The "windlass" was a hoisting tool consisting of a horizontally mounted cylindrically
shaped drum with an axle running through its center. The "capstan" was also a hoisting tool with a
drum and axle, but the drum was mounted vertically. Both could be compared to a fishing reel.
The Pyramids are subject to expansion and contraction movements from lateral forces (heat/cold,
earthquakes, settling, etc....).
How did the Egyptians control the shape and slope of their pyramids to ensure that they wouldn't
collapse after erection? ✔Correct answer-The block courses were made slightly concave towards
the apex
Concrete reaches maximum strength after ___ days ✔Correct answer-28 days
Who would typically be the person in charge of designing and building a cathedral, and hiring all the
skilled craftsmen? ✔Correct answer-The Master Builder
The biggest challenge facing the construction industry today is: ✔Correct answer-Lack of skilled
craftspeople
What material(s) was/were originally used to cover the pyramids and make them shine like a sun
ray? ✔Correct answer-Gold sheets at the very top and polished limestone down the sides
Which type of Falsework causes the most accidents when it is NOT used? ✔Correct answer-
Shoring
In which area of the world would you expect to find bamboo scaffolding? ✔Correct answer-China
Controlling the Interior Environment is mostly about _______________. It's staying warm in the
winter, cool in the summer, and maintaining humidity within endurable limits. ✔Correct answer-
Human Comfort
