What is the minimum size for a mortar joint for a concrete block on a
foundation? - CORRECT ANSWER1/4 inch
Exterior gypsum sheathing fasteners should be spaced _____ apart. -
CORRECT ANSWER7 Inches
An extension ladder is leaned against a vertical wall at a point that is 20
feet above grade; the base of the ladder shall be located what minimum
distance from the wall? - CORRECT ANSWER5 feet
When installing 3 tab asphalt strip shingles in severe climates, on a roof
slope of 5/12 the approved ice protection membrane should extend from
the roof eave to a minimum of _____ inches inside the exterior wall.
(this applies to roofs 4/12 and greater) - CORRECT ANSWER24
What type of connection should be used when an I-joist and a beam
meet? - CORRECT ANSWERJoist Hanger
A material not recommended to separate polystyrene and built-up
roofing is _____. - CORRECT ANSWERnon-venting base ply
When floor joists are supported by masonry walls, the joists shall have a
minimum bearing distance on each end of _____ inches. - CORRECT
ANSWER3
,What type of door has stiles, rails and raised panels? - CORRECT
ANSWERRaised panel door
What is the material used to make Vinyl flooring? - CORRECT
ANSWERPVC (Polyvinyl Chloride)
Refer to the illustration of a 2 story house w/lap siding plans, (complete
set of plans at the test center), How many cubic yards of concrete is
needed for the floor slab less the garage and fireplace areas? -
CORRECT ANSWER18.11 cubic yards
What is the maximum spacing of ceiling joists in a shower with 5/8 inch
water-resistance gypsum board with tile attached using adhesive? -
CORRECT ANSWER16 inches
An area where empty drums that have held flammable or hazardous
product are being welded or cut can include all of the following except: -
CORRECT ANSWERoxygen used for cooling barrels and blowing dust
from clothing
What should be used to fasten cement board to a wood framed subfloor?
- CORRECT ANSWERgalvanized nails or screws
The "Total Run" of a stairway is _____. - CORRECT ANSWERThe
sum of the tread run
,Which of the following classes of asphalt shingles would have the best
fire rating? - CORRECT ANSWERClass A
On a Airless paint sprayer, what is responsible for the pattern of the
paint? - CORRECT ANSWEROrifice
The slope ratio of a handicap accessible ramp shall be a maximum of
_____. - CORRECT ANSWER1 foot in 12 feet
5/8 inch wood sheathing installed on a steel framed roof requires what
type and size screws? - CORRECT ANSWERNo. 8 self-tapping
The _____ is the lowest member of a wood floor construction and
attaches to the foundation wall using anchor bolts - CORRECT
ANSWERsill
A masonry wall that shows signs of high alkalinity needs to be painted.
What type of paint should be used? - CORRECT ANSWERalkalyd
resistant paint
Which of the following can be used as backfill outside a foundation
without being compacted? - CORRECT ANSWERControlled low
strength material
What is not allowed to be done to planks for scaffolding? - CORRECT
ANSWEROil base paint or sealant
, What is the proper way to attach base shoe molding on a hardwood
floor? - CORRECT ANSWERNail it to the baseboard only
What is the ideal size of head and bed joints in masonry construction? -
CORRECT ANSWER3/8 inch
What is the spacing required if using 1-1/4 inch screws to hang drywall
on studs that are 24 inches on center? - CORRECT ANSWER12 inches
When installing unfaced batt insulation , how is it secured? - CORRECT
ANSWERpressure fit
On scaffolding, what is the minimum width that platforms or walkways
can be before fall protection is required? - CORRECT ANSWER18
inches
How much can be notched from a load bearing stud without
compromising it's structural integrity? - CORRECT ANSWER25%
According to code, the minimum thickness of a concrete slab that is
supported directly on the ground shall be _____ inches. - CORRECT
ANSWER3.5
The top and bottom horizontal member of a truss is called? - CORRECT
ANSWERChord