Guaranteed Pass Solutions.
The edge, or face of each piece, package, or container of foam plastic insulation shall bear the label of: -
Answer An approved agency IBC 2603.5
Habitable attics shall be designed with a minimum uniformly distributed live load of_______________
psf. - Answer 30
Where a single wood top plate is used as an alternative to a double top plate in a structure in SDC B , a
minimum________ galvanized steel splice plate is required for butt joints in straight walls - Answer 3" x
12" x 0.036"
( IRC R602.3.2)
The depth of a notch located in the top of a wood joist (not on the end or in the middle of the joist) shall
not exceed _________ of the depth? - Answer 1/6 of the member
(IRC PG130 R502.8.1)
The maximum allowable deflection permitted for 7:12-sloped rafters with no finished ceiling attached to
the rafters is _______________ - Answer L/180
In a set of blueprints, where would you find the required window sizes? - Answer Window schedule
Load bearing lumber shall be identified by the grade mark of a lumber grading or inspection agency that
has been approved by an accreditation body that complies with __________? - Answer DOC PS30
, (IRC PG123 R502.1.1)
What is the minimum distance to the property line that an opening in an exterior wall is permitted? -
Answer 36 inches
When the IBC references different subcontractor codes, Reference to the international mechanical code
is considered reference to: - Answer The international mechanical code
(IBC pg V)
Which follow cannot be used for fireblocking? - Answer 1/2 particle board
(IBC 718.2)
When constructing a two-family home in Groton MA according to the Massachusetts climate and
geographic design criteria, the snow load shall be? - Answer 60 PSF
(amendment table 301.2(4) )
*Attention: always when the question mention any location such city or county in MA, the MA
amendment has to be checked.
During the demolishing when the pedestrian protection has to be done ? - Answer Shall not be
commenced until the pedestrian protection is in place.