BPI Building Science Principles-Exam Questions and Answers

BPI Building Science Principles-Exam
Questions and Answers9

Home Energy Scores that are compared to each other will be most affected by...

a. the time of year.

b. location

c. orientation

d. size - ANSWERS -d. size



The fundamental scientific principles that govern home performance are collectively known as:

a. physical laws

b. building science

c. diagnostics

d. thermodynamics - ANSWERS -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 - ANSWERS -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?

a. slab-on-grade

, b. crawlspace

c. deep

d. basement - ANSWERS -d. basement



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

a. rafter

b. joist

c. stud

d. bay - ANSWERS -a. rafter



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

a. rafter

b. joist

c. stud

d. bay - ANSWERS -c. stud



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

a. thermal

b. potential

c. electromagnetic

d. kinetic - ANSWERS -b. potential



The transfer of heat through materials in contact is called:

a. diffusion

b. convection

c. conduction