BPI Building Science Principles Exam Questions and Answers 100% Solved

BPI Building Science Principles Exam

Questions and Answers 100% Solved


The fundamental scientific principles that govern home performance are

collectively known as:

a. physical laws

b. building science

c. diagnostics

d. thermodynamics - ✔✔b. building science

The components of a house can be said to fall into four general categories:

building, mechanicals, environment, and:

a. structure

b. ventilations

c. occupants

d. energy - ✔✔c. occupants

What type of foundation involves significant excavation, but adds a floor to

a house and provides space for mechanical equipment, ductwork, and

utilities?


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, a. slab-on-grade

b. crawlspace

c. deep

d. basement - ✔✔d. basement

A sloping framing member that supports the roof is called a:

a. rafter

b. joist

c. stud

d. bay - ✔✔a. rafter

A vertical framing member that supports an interior or exterior wall is called

a:

a. rafter

b. joist

c. stud

d. bay - ✔✔c. stud

An object at rest is said to possess why type of energy?

a. thermal

b. potential

c. electromagnetic

d. kinetic - ✔✔b. potential
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