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general term for the material that goes directly over the roof sheathing?

the smoke chamber is located just below damper.
True False

the rear edge of the counter that goes up thewall is called the backsplash.
True False

Generally accepted coating required for paint.

International residential code, has adopted requirements for framing light gauge steel family house and family dwellings.
True False

In appearance framed panels are identical to a conventionally framed wall.
True False

Veneer plaster is also known as thin coat.
True False

What is the lowest pitch that cannot be walked on easily without slipping?

If a house is not ventilated sufficient after the gyp board is installed swelling and distortions can occur in the mill work.
True False

mortar joints are allowed to freeze if that have cured for at least one day
True False

identify the largest association that promotes exchange of information.

unlessthe heat flow path is broken with a steel frame insulating wood framing has more effective thermal efficiency than light gauge steel framing.
True False

passive solar is used to help keep the home cool in the summer months.
True False

rough in plumbing refers to the insulation of supply and waste piping but not the fixtures themselves.
True False

what is the term for the diagonal piece of wood that braces between the column and the beam of a timber frame house?

the term sill and mudsill both refer to the same element of a building.
True False

identify the nail sizes that are most commonly used in light frame construction.

wood itself seldom causes IAQ (indoor air quality) problems.
True False

why is gravel a good back fill?

when the contractor agrees to build the house for a fixed amount it is referred to as a stipulated sum contract.
True False

pvc window standards are set by this organization.

why has there been a recent surge in radiant floor heating

single ply membranes on low slope roofs are more elastic so less prone to cracking.
True False

which of the following is not one of the phases of work involved in a custom design house as describe by the AIA literature?

what of the following are names of the SIP collection?

what is the most common thickness of interior doors?

identify three grades of custom made cabinets?

which of the following methods is not recommended for the reducing water?

the insulation around the cold water pipe is more likely to get wet than a hot water pipe?
True False

relative to energy efficiency thermal bridging is desirable.
True False

icf (insulated concrete form) stay in place after the wall is poured.
True False

another term for molding is trim.
True False

stripped flooring is typically installed hidden nails.
True False

air and train concrete has which of the following benefits in construction.

nominal height of all standard height of concrete block is 8 inches.
True False

eifs (exterior insulation finish system) siding has considerable failure rate of moisture rating at the seams.
True False

forced air is the most prevalent heating system in America.
True False

site plans are usually done in a 1/16 inch scale.
True False

the concave joint is appropriate to exterior brick masonry.
True False

which of the following is not a disadvantage of factory built fire places?

in an electrical system the pressure is called what?

the most widely used roof covering material in North America is asphalt shingles.
True False

an edge band is a form of nosing.
True False

making sure that the wall is straight plum and square is referred to as what term?

drawers usually have single prices faces rather frame and panel.
True False

which of the following volumes of air was exchanged at a rate of 1 air change per hour means?

wood shingles breath better than shake shingles.
True False

identify two basic systems in plumbing?

building codes restrict the use of regulations of ICF.
True False

though naturally occurring gyp is not a renewable resource it is widely distributed.
True False

since heat rises a floor over a unheated space requires less insulation than a wall.
True False

b/c cedar shingles require less wood for support and b/c the space allows the wood to dry from the underside, space sheathing can be used.
True False

what is an ICF?

fibrous add mixtures to concrete control plastic shrinkage cracking.
True False

maximum rise for stairs is 7 ½ inches.
True False

light gauge steel construction is not good for the environment.
True False

the main purpose for the circuit breaker...
True False

when a hot wire touches any conductor other than for what is was designed to energize is called a short circuit.
True False

what is term for the space under the floor of the house…

supply line pipes are filled with water in order to locate leaks.
True False

durability and safety are the main concerns for platform framing.
True False

use of heavy timbers if generally wasteful for residential construction.
True False

vinyl siding usually involved in fire produces toxic combustion products.
True False

solvent improves the working properties of architectural coding materials.
True False

sheer walls are covered with sheathing or diagonal bracing.
True False

the part of the chimney that carries the combustion gases to the outside is called the flue.
True False

a weather barrier membrane provides a air barrier between the inside and outside and protects the exterior shell…
True False

about what percent of gyp board because waste at a construction site?

when carpeting is installed which of the following is avoid to soft spots where decking ends meet?

What are used to suspend floor joists to perpendicular wood elements?

Mortar can vary in shade from white to black.
True False

Ohms law is written as follows:

PVC adhesives and copper solders both produce air pollutants
True False

What is the term for the final placing and smoothing of soil around the structure.

Fibrous reinforcing in concrete is not strong enough to replace wire mesh for cracking in concrete slabs.
True False

A disadvantage of gyp board is its high installation cost.
True False

Supply or return air ducts can be eliminated completely in a house with a crawl space.
True False

Thermal insulation is used to slow the conduction of heat through a building assembly.
True False

Sprinkler systems must be installed in plumbing to extinguish fires
True False

Manufactured houses are made in a factory rather than on site.
True False

Furring strips or a stud wall must be installed on the interior of adobe walls to have plumbing and electrical.
True False

A permanent utility pole bringing electricity to the site must be installed before construction can begin
True False

What is it called when air is cooled sufficiently to reach 100% relative humidity?

Principal disadvantage to straw bale construction is its vulnerability to moisture.
True False

What is the thickness range of sheet paneling?

What is the term for the base of a foundation?

What determines the depth of water lines?

Lumber in the U.S. is measure in board feet.
True False

Thermal insulation is used to slow the conduction of heat through a building assembly.
True False

In order to maintain the corners during site prep, what is constructed at least 4’ outside the building?

The component of the window that holds the glass is referred to as the sash.
True False

One can reduce the amount of outside air brought into the house by adjusting the damper to the smallest aperture that still draws all the smoke.
True False

What is used to prevent water leakage at the junctions and edges of roof.

Relative humidity is actually the amount of water vapor the air contains divided by the max amount it could contain at a given temp.
True False

What is installed to prevent fire from moving up the cavity between studs in stairwells or from floor to floor in 2 story balloon frame buildings?

What is the most common type of radiant panel heating system?

Principal advantage of a custom built house is the ability to integrate the house with specific features of the site.
True False

Circuits should be accurately labeled in the control panel box.
True False

Preservative treated wood has been found to be carcinogenic when used on desks.
True False

Rough sitework involves removing excess vegetation, laying out foundation, and installation of underground utility cables.
True False

What gauge wire is used for receptacle outlets in a home?

An insulated stainless steel flue rated for solid fuel combustion in a noncombustible hearth is referred to as what?

Disadvantage of wood shingle siding is that they must be applied one at time.
True False

Solid beneath concrete slab is referred to as what?

Receptacles are typically attached as soon as the wires are run to the boxes.
True False

A gas furnace is useless when the electricity goes off.
True False

Seeded lawns are less expensive than sod.
True False

All buildings need a foundation.
True False

Other than energy used to heat and cool a house, the installation has no effect on the heating and cooling efficiency.
True False

Preservative treated wood scraps should be burned.
True False

How many onsite plumbing inspections are required?

Quartersawn wood tends to remain flat despite changes in moisture content.
True False

Exterior doors fall into 2 general categories: swinging and sliding.
True False

What is the general weight range of an adobe brick?

Which was not listed as a reason for the popularity of concrete masonry walls?

Factory built fireplaces flues must be enclosed when going through living spaces.
True False

What is meant by trueing of the wall?

Most of the wood used in framing a house is hardwood.
True False

What is placed over the assembled frame sections of a wall to integrate it into a structural unit?

What is the term for crossbracing or solid blocking between joists?

The concrete industry is the largest user of natural resources in the whole world.
True False

Convection is the transfer of heat by electromagnetic waves
True False

Plywood and OSB are commonly used for roof sheathing.
True False

Only hot water pipes need to be insulated.
True False

The embodied energy of steel made from ore is higher than that made from recycled scrap.
True False

Which of the following fuels were not listed as being used with a central furnace?

Residential fire doors are made to close automatically in case of a fire.
True False

What is the point where the electricity enters the house?

What are they typical voltages that enter the home?

Oldest method of forming bricks is the soft mud process
True False

What is the term for channel sections of header joists that metal studs are made to fit into?

A light sometimes referred to as a lite is a sheet of glass.
True False

Anyone can install a low voltage system.
True False

An advantage of a hydronic baseboard system is their ability to dehumidify the room.
True False

The most important variables in determining the cost of a residential building are:

Nominal lumber dimensions are written without inch marks.
True False