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Provides additional corner support in frame wall construction

corner bracing

Short studs used above and below wall openings.

cripples

Floor trusses are generally spaced ____ inches OC. a. 12 b. 30 c. 16 d. 24

d. 24

Accordion doors ____. a. require little space b. are produced in a large variety of designs c. may use individual hinged panels d. all of the above

d. all of the above

Glass side panels in the entry may ____. a. provide visibility b. add natural light c. contribute to the design d. all of the above

d. all of the above

Information related to patios and swimming pools that appears on the floor plan can include ____. a. materials b. size c location d. all of the above

d. all of the above

Prior to drawing the foundation plan, you should ____. a. check with local building codes to be sure that the requirements are being met b. study available information to make a decision about the size of the footings and foundation walls c. determine the frost penetration depth for the area where the dwelling will be built d. all of the above

d. all of the above

Reasons for using CADD include ____. a. productivity b. flexibility c. quality d. all of the above

d. all of the above

____ toilets make access easier for elderly people, disabled people, and other people who have limited mobility. a. regular-height b. low-flush c. elongated d. comfort-height

d. comfort-height

After the exterior walls have been completed, draw the ____ next. a. title block and scale b. stairs c. windows and doors d. interior walls

d. interior walls

The most desirable location for a closet is ____. a. on an outside wall b. none of the above c. in the hall near the bedroom d. on an interior wall

d. on an interior wall

A leader is used to ____. a. all of the above b. regenerate a drawing c. connect dimensions to objects d. provide specific or local notes

d. provide specific or local notes

Horizontal grab bars are designed for ____. a. sliding over b. pulling up c. none of the above d. pushing up

d. pushing up

The floor plan is actually a(n) ____ drawing. a. elevation b. typical top view c. pictorial d. section

d. section

Before purchasing a lot, have a ____ search conducted to determine if there are any legal claims against the property. a. library b. property c. quit claim deed d. title

d. title

Compact fluorescent bulbs are less efficient than incandescent bulbs. True or False

false

An angular cut at the end of a joist to prevent the wall from falling in the event of a fire.

firecut

Prevents moisture from entering solid masonry or brick veneer walls

flashing

Composed of irregularly shaped field stones

rubble stonework

Framing member used in residential frame wall construction.

sole plate

Provides a work surface for the construction of the frame walls.

subfloor

Electric meters are weatherproof. True or false

true

Facing material used in wall construction

veneer

The amount a house is worth minus the amount the homeowner owes on it.

Equity

A disadvantage of using solid blocking is a longer construction time. True or False

False

A long and narrow site allows for limitless construction possibilities. True or False

False

Deed, title, and title insurance documents need just a brief review by the owner before purchasing property. True or False

False

Dining room décor should match the living room. True or False

False

It is usually more economical to expand a house later than to add an extra room at the outset. True of False

False

LED lights contain mercury. True or False

False

The decision of whether to include a separate dining room should be based on current trends. True or False

False

Three systems of roof beam placement are possible with post and beam construction. True or False

False

Traffic should be planned through the living room because it is the center of activity. True or False

False

Very strict building codes do not affect the cost of construction. True or False

False

The amount of money earned before taxes and other deductions are taken out.

Gross annual income

A plan that is sometimes needed to clarify construction aspects of a complex roof.

Roof framing plan

The parcel of land on which a structure will be built.

Site

A legal document that provides evidence of property ownership.

Title

Beam ceilings are shown using a hidden line on a floor plan. True of False

True

Corner bracing on frame walls is required by most codes. True or False

True

Nonhousing costs include food, clothing, transportation, recreation, and payments on outstanding loans. True or False

True

Shrinkage is uniform throughout the structure when platform framing is used. True or False

True

The chief advantage of the pocket door is that it requires no space along the wall when open. True or False

True

The pocket door, generally a flush door, is a variation of the sliding door. True or False

True

The straight-line kitchen is generally used in cottages and apartments. True or False

True

A clearance space of ____ is required under the bed for the footrests of a wheelchair. a. 10' to 13' b. 7' to 9' c. 5' to 7' d. 13' to 15'

a. 10' to 13'

An average-size living room is about ____ square feet. a. 250 b. 150 c. 100 d. 200

a. 250

To accommodate a person using a wheelchair, a space of ____ is needed for passing between furniture pieces or walls. a. 32" b. 40" c. 24" d. 48"

a. 32"

The basement plan is ____. a. a combination foundation plan and floor plan b. easier to draw than a foundation plan c. required for all houses d. no different than a foundation plan

a. a combination foundation plan and floor plan

One advantage of platform framing is ____. a. all of the above b. easy and fast to construct c. construction is safe because the work is performed on solid surfaces d. a firestop is automatically provided

a. all of the above

To provide ample ventilation in a home, ____. a. all of the above b. windows should be placed to receive prevailing breezes c. the openings should be at least 10 percent of the floor area d. plan the location of windows for the best movement of air across a room

a. all of the above

Outside features such as patios, walks, or decks should be drawn ____. a. before the kitchen cabinets, appliances, and bathroom fixtures have been drawn b. before the exterior walls are drawn c. after the house has been built d. after all interior features have been drawn

a. before the kitchen cabinets, appliances, and bathroom fixtures have been drawn

The process of measuring lengths, distances, or angles between objects is ____. a. a. dimensioning b. finding area c. editing d. drawing

a. dimensioning

The foundation plan is a plan view drawing in section that shows the location and size of ____. a. footings, piers, columns, foundation walls, and supporting beams b. supporting beams, footings, piers, first floor walls, and columns c. all parts of the structure above the grade d. all of the above

a. footings, piers, columns, foundation walls, and supporting beams

A(n) ____ is a virtual piece of paper on which CADD objects are placed. a. layer b. marker c. plate d. sheet

a. layer

The specifications for each lighting fixture are usually listed on the ____. a. lighting fixture schedule b. elevations c. floor plan d. none of these

a. lighting fixture schedule

Sliding doors are often used on ____ entries. a. service b. main c. special purpose d. all of the above

a. service

The rough framed space in the wall needed to install the window is the ____. a. usually have wood or aluminum frames b. are frequently used between kitchens and dining rooms c. none of the above d. are declining in use

a. usually have wood or aluminum frames

Standard garage doors are available in ____. a. when the drawing is almost complete b. only if the contractor wants them drawn c. at any time d. when the design elements that use these materials are drawn

a. when the drawing is almost complete

The most popular kitchen design is the ____ kitchen. a. U-shaped b. corridor c. straight line d. L-shaped

a..U-shaped

Composed of dressed, cut, or squared stones.

ashlar stonework

A garage designed for two cars may be as small as ____. a. 16' x 20' b. 20' x 20' c. 11' x 19' d. 24' x 24'

b 20' x 20'

The minimum recommended depth of a clothes closet is ____. a. 12" b. 24" c. 18" d. 30"

b. 24"

Wood floor trusses are usually spaced ____ OC. a. 36" b. 24" c. 16" d. 12"

b. 24"

Which of the following best describes the foundation plan? a. Orthographic projection showing the exterior features of a building b. Provides information about excavation, waterproofing, and supporting structure c. Locates and identifies plants and other elements on the site surrounding the house d. shows rafters, ceiling joists, and supporting members

b. Provides information about excavation, waterproofing and supporting structure

Proper kitchen ventilation generally requires ____. a. a small wall fan b. a hood with a fan c. exhausting fumes into the attic d. all of the above

b. a hood with a fan

Closet doors may be ____. a. sliding b. all of the above c. bi-fold d. flush

b. all of the above

Standard garage doors are available in ____. a. wood and fiberglass b. all of the above c. plastics d. aluminum and steel

b. all of the above

Starting point, center, and end point is one method of drawing a(n) ____. a. line b. arc c. circle d. rectangle

b. arc

Sliding or bypass doors are ____. a. limited to two doors for each opening b. frequently used for large openings c. not subject to warping d. all of the above

b. frequently used for large openings

A(n) ____ window directs air upward and should be placed low on the wall for best ventilation. a. jalousie b. hopper c. awning d. casement

b. hopper

A major consideration in the design of an entryway is ____. a. visibility of the play area b. protection from the weather c. wind direction d. the appearance of neighboring homes

b. protection of the weather

The least expensive type of switch used to operate lights is the ____ switch. a. dimmer b. toggle c. mercury d. quiet

b. toggle

Object lines, hidden lines, and centerlines should ____. a. be the same width b. vary in width c. none of the above d. be the same symbol (linetype)

b. vary in width

Vertical "cuts" or "slices" through a structure that illustrate the type of foundation, wall, and roof construction to be used.

building section

The actual size of a 2 x 12 floor joist is ____. a. 2" x 12" b. 1-1/2" x 11-1/2" c. 1-1/2" x 11-1/4" d. 1-5/8" x 11-5/8"

c. 1-1/2" x 11-1/4"

For wheelchair access to a bathtub, the bathtub rim should not be lower than ____ from the floor. a. 22" b. 20" c. 18" d. 24"

c. 18"

Which of the following statements about ESL bulbs is false? a. all of the above b. ESL bulbs use a technology similar to cathode technology c. ESL bulbs contain mercury d. ESL bulbs are up to 70% more energy-efficient than incandescent bulbs

c. ESL bulbs contain mercury

The ____ door width should be used for doors. a. none of the above b. finished c. actual d. rough

c. actual

The L-shaped kitchen is located along two _____ walls. a. outside b. opposite c. adjacent d. interior

c. adjacent

Features such as windows and doors opening or the changing effect of sunlight on a room can be shown in ____. a. all of the above b. 35mm slides c. animations d. transparencies

c. animations

Walls that require more than one thickness of masonry must be ____ together. a. nailed b. welded c. bonded d. cemented

c. bonded

A(n) ____ plan illustrates all exterior and interior walls, doors, windows, patios, walks, decks, fireplaces, mechanical equipment, built-in cabinets, appliances, and bathroom fixtures. a. furniture b. foundation c. floor d. roof

c. floor

Plan for outdoor recreation equipment and gardening tools to be stored in the ____. a. kitchen b. family room c. garage d. attic

c. garage

On the electrical plan, a ____ line connects the switch to the fixture, outlet, or appliance it operates. a. border b. construction c. hidden d. none of the above

c. hidden

In which area does CADD provide true time savings? a. making original drawings b. working with a client c. revising drawings d. none of the above

c. revising drawings

The rough framed space in the wall needed to install the window is the ____. a. glass size b. basic unit c. rough opening d. sash opening

c. rough opening

Standard symbols, such as trees, can be added to a CADD drawing in seconds from the ____. a. index b. resource guide c. symbol library d. reference manual

c. symbol library

Which of the following statements about lighting fixtures is false? a. an electrical plan often includes a lighting fixture schedule b. symbols for lighting fixtures should be shown on the electrical plan in the actual location where the fixture is to be connected c. the trend is toward using more ceiling-mounted fixtures and fewer freestanding lamps d. outdoor lightening fixtures must be rated for exterior applications

c. the trend is toward using more ceiling-mounted fixtures and fewer freestanding lamps

Placed across the width of the structure after the top plates have been added

ceiling joists


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