TREC State Exam Prep Questions &
Answers
Business should be conducted in a manner which:
(a) Maintains maximum profitability to the inspector
(b) Assures the client of the inspector's independence from outside influences
(c) Presents a neat and clean appearance
(d) Compromises the inspector's ability to render fair and impartial opinions - ANSWERSAssures
the client of the inspector's independence from outside influences
All advertising distributed by real estate inspectors must include:
(a) The name of the inspector or assumed name
(b) A table of prices and charges
(c) The inspectors license number
(d) A and C - ANSWERSA and C
Regarding scope and depth of real estate inspections, an inspector must first adhere to all rules:
,(a) Found within the language of the trade associations with which they are affiliated
(b) Set forth in the language of the provisions by the state legislature
(c) Dictated by a corporate partnership agreement
(d) Agreed to, in writing, by the client - ANSWERSSet forth in the language of the provisions by
the state legislature
During inspection, mechanical and electrical systems and appliances are:
(a) Beyond the scope of a visual inspection
(b) Only operated in normal modes and operating ranges
(c) Operated at their limit capacity
(d) Tested for the presence of dedicated GFCI protective circuits - ANSWERSOnly operated in
normal modes and operating ranges
The inspector is required to render a written report in a format promulgated by the state:
(a) In all cases
(b) Unless a different format is required by an agency of the federal government
,(c) Unless a different format is required by a client who buys or sells property in the due course
of the client's business
(d) B and C - ANSWERSUnless a different format is required by an agency of the federal
government
Inspectors are usually required to:
(a) Inspect for the presence of toxic or hazardous wastes
(b) Inspect for code compliance
(c) Inspect for the efficiency of heating and air conditioning systems
(d) None of the above - ANSWERSNone of the above
The inspection of foundation, grading, and drainage does not require observations regarding:
(a) Crawlspace areas
(b) Crawlspace ventilation
(c) Nearby tree roots
(d) Lead paint - ANSWERSLead paint
Roof inspections always require:
, (a) Walking on the roof
(b) Identification of the roof covering material
(c) Projecting and reporting the remaining life expectancy of the roof covering
(d) A and B - ANSWERSA and B
Inspectors should report the approximate depth of attic insulation:
(a) Whenever the attic space cannot be entered for inspection
(b) Whenever inadequate insulation is suspected
(c) Whenever the insulation is visible
(d) None of the above - ANSWERSWhenever the insulation is visible
Inspectors are not required to report:
(a) Damaged or missing glass panes in window frames
(b) Fogging or other evidence of broken seals in insulated windows
(c) Burglar bars or grates at bedroom windows which interfere with egress
Answers
Business should be conducted in a manner which:
(a) Maintains maximum profitability to the inspector
(b) Assures the client of the inspector's independence from outside influences
(c) Presents a neat and clean appearance
(d) Compromises the inspector's ability to render fair and impartial opinions - ANSWERSAssures
the client of the inspector's independence from outside influences
All advertising distributed by real estate inspectors must include:
(a) The name of the inspector or assumed name
(b) A table of prices and charges
(c) The inspectors license number
(d) A and C - ANSWERSA and C
Regarding scope and depth of real estate inspections, an inspector must first adhere to all rules:
,(a) Found within the language of the trade associations with which they are affiliated
(b) Set forth in the language of the provisions by the state legislature
(c) Dictated by a corporate partnership agreement
(d) Agreed to, in writing, by the client - ANSWERSSet forth in the language of the provisions by
the state legislature
During inspection, mechanical and electrical systems and appliances are:
(a) Beyond the scope of a visual inspection
(b) Only operated in normal modes and operating ranges
(c) Operated at their limit capacity
(d) Tested for the presence of dedicated GFCI protective circuits - ANSWERSOnly operated in
normal modes and operating ranges
The inspector is required to render a written report in a format promulgated by the state:
(a) In all cases
(b) Unless a different format is required by an agency of the federal government
,(c) Unless a different format is required by a client who buys or sells property in the due course
of the client's business
(d) B and C - ANSWERSUnless a different format is required by an agency of the federal
government
Inspectors are usually required to:
(a) Inspect for the presence of toxic or hazardous wastes
(b) Inspect for code compliance
(c) Inspect for the efficiency of heating and air conditioning systems
(d) None of the above - ANSWERSNone of the above
The inspection of foundation, grading, and drainage does not require observations regarding:
(a) Crawlspace areas
(b) Crawlspace ventilation
(c) Nearby tree roots
(d) Lead paint - ANSWERSLead paint
Roof inspections always require:
, (a) Walking on the roof
(b) Identification of the roof covering material
(c) Projecting and reporting the remaining life expectancy of the roof covering
(d) A and B - ANSWERSA and B
Inspectors should report the approximate depth of attic insulation:
(a) Whenever the attic space cannot be entered for inspection
(b) Whenever inadequate insulation is suspected
(c) Whenever the insulation is visible
(d) None of the above - ANSWERSWhenever the insulation is visible
Inspectors are not required to report:
(a) Damaged or missing glass panes in window frames
(b) Fogging or other evidence of broken seals in insulated windows
(c) Burglar bars or grates at bedroom windows which interfere with egress
