Chapter 7 Review Questions
Brick
A
Duplex receptacle
A
Water closet
A
Computer data outlet
E
Grease sperator
E
Insulation
E
The arrow on a cutting plane reference indicates the direction of sight for the section.
T
Three-way switch
B
Urinal
B
Disconnect switch
G
Vent
G
Wood trim member
G
Electrical motor
H
Gas line
H
Steel
H
Emergency battery pack with charger
I
Handicapped lavatory
I
Shingles
I
VA = 7200 VA; V = 240 V. Find I.
I = 138
Concrete masonry unit
J
Safety valve
J
Weatherproof switch
J
When a standard set of prints is utilized on several similar projects, architects show a variety of options and features that may or may not be used on a particular project.
T
Wood members are pressure-treated to resist decay.
T
I = 15 A; VA = 1800 VA. Find V.
V = 150
I = 20 A; V = 120 V. Find VA.
VA = 1920
A(n) _____ line is the lower horizontal portion of a curb in which stormwater flows.
flow
_____ runs are electrical conductors that extend from the power source to the point of use.
home
A(n) _______ drain is a waste pipe that does not connect directly to the drainage system but discharges into a floor drain or floor sink directly connected to the drainage system.
indirect
________ duct connectors minimize vibration and reduce sound transmission between HVAC equipment and the structure.
isolation
A(n) _____ is a short wall that surrounds a flat roof to conceal mechanical equipment mounted on the roof.
parapet
A room finish ______ indicates the finish materials to be applied in each room of a building.
schedule
A(n) ________ is an opening in a wall that allows rainwater to drain into the downspout and stormwater drainage system.
scupper
____ walls provide additional structural support to prevent building failures under unusual loading such as earthquakes or wind stroms.
shear
A(n) ______ dimension locates a particular feature in relation to another feature.
size
_________ glass is nonshattering glass that has high impact resistance.
tempered
Stormwater and sanitary sewer piping, and electrical, telephone, and natural gas service are shown an a(n) _____ plan.
utility
The NEC permits no more than 13 general-purpose outlets to be connected to a(n) ____ A circuit.
20
Bronze & brass
B
Concrete
C
Pushbutton
C
Water heater
C
Earth
D
Hose bibb
D
Outdoor pole mounted fixture
D
____ receptacles are identified using a standard receptacle symbol and the letters WP.
waterproof
A 1% slope is equal to 1¨ vertical drop for each 10´ of horizontal distance.
F
Above-grade soil and waste piping
F
An air diffuser is a return air duct for an exhaust system.
F
Anchor bolts are used to secure gypsum board to wood or metal studs.
F
Rough wood member
F
Split-wired triplex receptacle
F
Installation of electrical equipment must conform to all local codes and the _____.
NEC
A construction joint is a groove made in a concrete slab to create a weakened plane and control the location of cracking.
T
A site benchmark is commonly a USGS datum.
T
An engineer is required to finalize standard drawings for local conditions and codes.
T
Pavers are installed over a sand or gravel base.
T
A(n) _______ bonding agent is applied between an asphalt curb and topping pavement to prevent water penetration that could deteriorate the curb structure.
asphaltic
A(n) ________ preventer in a water supply line protects the water supply from contamination by undesirable substances entering the water supply system.
backflow
A raised earth embankment is a(n) _____.
berm
A(n) ______ is a concrete-filled post that protects buildings from vehicular damage.
bollards
A(n) _____ joint separates structural support, such as posts, from surrounding concrete slabs.
columns
Emergency lighting circuits cannot be routed to the same _______ supplying illumination for required lighting.
conduit
