HIC Virginia Study Questions and Answers
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What is directly affected by the surface and subsurface conditions of the
building site?
Foundations - While the type and size of a structure will partly determine the type
of foundation, the foundation itself is very much affected by the surface and
subsurface conditions of the building site.
What term is used to describe the act of removing air pockets from setting
concrete?
Vibrating Concrete - Consolidation is a process that removes air pockets and forces
the concrete into all parts of the forms.
Which of the following is not a part of a masonry arch?
Radius
Anchor bolts should be spaced no more than __' apart and no more than __"
from the ends of any plate section or wall corner. Each bolt must extend at
least __" into the concrete.
6, 12, 7
In Southern Coastal areas, where should the vapor barrier be placed?
The exterior of the wall.
If butt joints occur when applying gypsum panels to wood and steel framing
stagger and locate them as far from the ___ of walls and ceilings as possible.
Center
A minimum temperature of ___ should be maintained during gypsum board
application.
, 50°F
What is the maximum allowable span for cold-formed steel joists size
800S162-43 loaded with a live load of 40 PSF and spaced 16 inches OC?
13′-5″
What is the recommended spacing at all panel edge and end joints when
positioning plywood subfloor?
1/8"
Which of the following is NOT a purpose of wall sheathing?
It helps distribute structural loads that do not fall directly over studs.
What is the minimum clearance between the stopping point of a built-up
girder and the masonry pocket?
1/2"
A deck attached to the back of a house is framed with southern pine 2x10s.
The joists are 16 inches OC. What is the maximum allowable clear span for
the joists supporting this deck?
14 feet 0 inches
Openings which provide access to all under-floor spaces through a perimeter
wall shall be not less than inches.
16 X 24
Which type of building material allows water vapor to pass through but not
water?
Housewrap
Opening for under-floor space vents must be covered with material with a
least dimension of?
1/4"
2025/26 100% correct
What is directly affected by the surface and subsurface conditions of the
building site?
Foundations - While the type and size of a structure will partly determine the type
of foundation, the foundation itself is very much affected by the surface and
subsurface conditions of the building site.
What term is used to describe the act of removing air pockets from setting
concrete?
Vibrating Concrete - Consolidation is a process that removes air pockets and forces
the concrete into all parts of the forms.
Which of the following is not a part of a masonry arch?
Radius
Anchor bolts should be spaced no more than __' apart and no more than __"
from the ends of any plate section or wall corner. Each bolt must extend at
least __" into the concrete.
6, 12, 7
In Southern Coastal areas, where should the vapor barrier be placed?
The exterior of the wall.
If butt joints occur when applying gypsum panels to wood and steel framing
stagger and locate them as far from the ___ of walls and ceilings as possible.
Center
A minimum temperature of ___ should be maintained during gypsum board
application.
, 50°F
What is the maximum allowable span for cold-formed steel joists size
800S162-43 loaded with a live load of 40 PSF and spaced 16 inches OC?
13′-5″
What is the recommended spacing at all panel edge and end joints when
positioning plywood subfloor?
1/8"
Which of the following is NOT a purpose of wall sheathing?
It helps distribute structural loads that do not fall directly over studs.
What is the minimum clearance between the stopping point of a built-up
girder and the masonry pocket?
1/2"
A deck attached to the back of a house is framed with southern pine 2x10s.
The joists are 16 inches OC. What is the maximum allowable clear span for
the joists supporting this deck?
14 feet 0 inches
Openings which provide access to all under-floor spaces through a perimeter
wall shall be not less than inches.
16 X 24
Which type of building material allows water vapor to pass through but not
water?
Housewrap
Opening for under-floor space vents must be covered with material with a
least dimension of?
1/4"
