Ballast ARE 5.0 PDD Practice Questions
An architect is designing an art school at a major university. Which combination of daylighting and electric lighting would be the most appropriate choice for the painting studios? A- South-facing windows and incandescent recessed lights B- North-facing windows and skylights and fixtures with high color rendering index (CRI) fluorescent lamps. C- Windows to the east and west and fluorescent fixtures in covers at the perimeter of the studio. D- North-facing skylights and metal halide lamps at each workstation
B- North-facing windows and skylights and fixtures with high color rendering index (CRI) fluorescent lamps.
The standardized levels of finish in the gyp wall industry refer, among other things, to the: A- Quality of workmanship of the final finish. B- Number of coats of joint compound used. C- Thickness of joint compound D- Type of texturizing used
B- Number of coats of joint compound used.
A design for a rest station at an amusement park includes a group of six family restrooms, each containing a toilet, lav, and changing table. At least ________ of these restrooms must be accessible.
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A positive bending moment at a section of a beam implies: A- Compression stress in the top fibers of the beam and tension stress in the bottom fibers. B- Tension stress in the top fibers of the beam and compression stress in the bottom fibers C- Compression stress in all the fibers of the section D- That the bending moment is not related to tension and compression stresses
A- Compression stress in the top fibers of the beam and tension stress in the bottom fibers.
A spotlight shining perpendicularly to a wall 15' away has a candle power output of 3500 cd. The wall finish is paint with a reflectance of 75% what is the luminance of the wall at the point where the wall is perpendicular to the direction of light. A- 4.9 fL B- 11.7 fL C- 15.6 fL D- 55.7 fL
B- 11.7 fL
According to ACI 318, a cantilevered reinforced concrete slab spanning 10' ft needs to have a minimum thickness of: A- 6" B- 12" C- 20" D- 24"
B- 12"
Blocking that eases the transition between a roof deck and the parapet wall in a membrane roof installation is known as: A- Chamfer B- Cant C- Transition Strip D- Scupper
B- Cant
What is used to keep water from penetrating an expansion joint at the intersection of a roof and wall? A- Base flashing B- Counterflashing C- Sealant D- Coping
B- Counterflashing
In calculating solar heat gain, what value must be know in addition to the are of the the glass? A- Mean Radiant Temperature B- Design cooling Factor C- Equivalent temperature difference D- Coefficient of Heat Transfer
B- Design cooling Factor
Which Type of high density discharge (HID) lamp must be installed in a specific burning position? A- Mercury Vapor B- Metal Halide C- High-Pressure Sodium D- Low Pressure Sodium
B- Metal Halide
An architect is designing an addition to a high school for a new gym and locker rooms. The architect plans to construct the exterior walls with CMU and apply an exterior insulation and finish system (EIFS) over block. The new gym will be located adjacent to the school's baseball field. To take advantage of the materials insulative properties and provide the best impact resistance to avoid dents from fly balls. which type of EFIS should be used? A- Polymer based (PB) B- Poly modified (PM) C- Mineral based (MB) D- Expanded polystyrene (EPS)
B- Poly modified (PM)
Which strategy will most effectively reduce stormwater runoff from a site? A- Capture rainwater for irrigation and other nonpotable uses. B- Reduce the amount of impervious area C- Construct a garden roof D- Construct an on-site storm water treatment facility
B- Reduce the amount of impervious area
The pyramidal forms of Manhattan skyscrapers built in the early to mid-1900's were the result of: A- the influence of European tastes and style on American Architecture B- Response to zoning laws governing setbacks and height restrictions. C- An attempt to make buildings safer in case of fire by housing fewer people on the uppermost floors. D- The structural limitations of Iron as a building material.
B- Response to zoning laws governing setbacks and height restrictions.
If not connected to other sections, the section of the soil stack that is located above the highest plumbing fixture in a building is called the A- Vent Stack B- Stack Vent C- Cleanout D- Vacuum Breaker
B- Stack Vent
Where would a sound intensity level of 120 dB be found? A- in a sewing factory B- at a rock concert C- in an architect's open plan office D- During naptime at a nursery school.
B- at a rock concert
To achieve a slip resistant finish on a concrete floor slab, the architect should specify a: A- float finish. B- broom finish C- hard steel-troweled finish D- light steel-troweled finish
B- broom finish
Codes limit the number of conductors permitted in a conduit for which of the following reasons? (Choose 2) A- to maintain maximum amacity B- to control heat buildup in the conduit C- to minimize problems with harmonic currents D- to prevent damage to the conductors when they are pulled through the conduit. E- to keep conductors on the same circuit. F- to allow room in the conduit for data wiring.
B- to control heat buildup in the conduit D- to prevent damage to the conductors when they are pulled through the conduit.
Dock levelers are used to: A- provide final adjustment for steel angle trim. B- keep boating piers stable in the water C- provide adjustability for various sized trucks. D- accommodate tolerances in pouring concrete pits
C- provide adjustability for various sized trucks.
According to the American Concrete Institute's code for structural concrte, what is thee maximum permissible spacing of lateral ties in a reinforced concrete column? A- 16 times the diameter of the reinforcing bar B- 48 times the diameter of the lateral ties C- The least dimension of the column D- The least of 16 times the diameter of the reinforcing bars, 48 times the diameter of the lateral ties or the least dimension of the column
D- The least of 16 times the diameter of the reinforcing bars, 48 times the diameter of the lateral ties or the least dimension of the column
What type of drawings would contain finish floor elevations, information about materials and types of construction assemblies, and window head heights? A- floor plans B- finish schedules C- interior elevations D- wall sections
D- Wall sections
Which of the following materials has the smallest dimensional tolerances? A- Precast concrete tees B- 2x4 wood framing at window opening C- Steel beams D- Wood paneling
D- Wood paneling
Which of the following statements is true about Division 1 specification sections? The spec sections: A- Establish duties of the owner and the contractor B- define legal rights of the parties C- establish duties of the architect D- establish administrative procedures for the project.
D- establish administrative procedures for the project.
Weatherstripping affects A- effective temperature B- thermodynamics C- ventilation D- infiltration
D- infiltration
An Architect is researching folding partitions to be specified to divide a hotel ballroom into two smaller meeting rooms. Meetings will frequently be held in each of the rooms simultaneously, and the presenters often use a lavalier microphone with an amplification system. The hotel's facilities coordinator specifies that normal speech should not be heard from the other side of the partition, but it is acceptable for loud or amplified speech to be faintly heard. into which range should the partition's STC rating fall? A- 25 to 30 B- 30 to 35 C- 35 to 40 D- 40 to 45
D- 40 to 45
A flat reinforced concrete slab is supported on columns only. The column grid is 24' x 24'. The tributary area of a typical interior column is approximately. A- 140 sf B- 290 sf C- 390 sf D- 580 sf
D- 580 sf
During the final stages of contract document development, the electrical engineer discovers that mechanical ductwork is shown on the mechanical engineering drawings in a position that interferes with electrical conduit. The person responsible for resolving this conflict is the: A- Electrical engineer B- Mechanical engineer C- Contractor D- Architect
D- Architect
Which of the following types of diaphragms has the larges allowable shear value? A- blocked plywood diaphragm with a 3/8" panel of structural I-grade B- unblocked plywood diaphragm with a 3/8" panel of structural I-grade C- Diaphragm made of steel deck with a 2" concrete topping. D- Diaphragm that consists of a 6" concrete slab
D- Diaphragm that consists of a 6" concrete slab
Which type of lamp typically has the longest life span? A- incandescent B- Fluorescent C- Metal Halide D- High-pressure sodium
D- High-pressure sodium
Typical 4"x4" ceramic tiles used as wallcovering in an office building's restrooms should be specified as: A- vitreous B- Semivitreous C- Nonvitreous D- Impervious
D- Impervious
Which of the following types of metal contains the most copper? A- Austenitic stainless steel. B- Monel metal C- Muntz metal D- Nickel Silver
D- Nickel Silver
In the Masterformat system, the requirement for testing a plumbing system would be located in: A- Section of Division 1 of the specifications. B- Part 1 of Section 22 40 00, Plumbing C- Part 2 of Section 22 40 00, Plumbing D- Part 3 of Section 22 40 00, Plumbing
D- Part 3 of Section 22 40 00, Plumbing
Which of the following is the best sealant to use between exterior precast concrete wall panels? A- Acrylic B- Butyl C- Latex D- Polyurethane
D- Polyurethane
A main trunk duct is to be placed in the interstitial space above a suspended ceiling and below the structural framing. The space is not constricted. When capacities are equal, which of the following shapes of ducts would be best to use? A- Rectangular, with the long dimension horizontal. B- Rectangular ,with the long dimension vertical. C- Square D- Round
D- Round
Minimum width at an elevator lobby should be: A- 8' B- 10' C- 12' D- 14'
B- 10'
Which of the following shapes is the most desirable duct shape? A - Portrait Rectangle B - Round C - Square D - Landscape Rectangle
B - Round
Which type of test is used to determine the required size of a leaching field? A - percolation B - yield C - aquifer D - water table
A - percolation
A three-phase motor draws a 9A current at 208V. The power factor is 75%. The power generated is: A- 1.4 kW B- 2.4 kW C- 3.6 kW D - 4.2 kW
A- 1.4 kW
Installing a sprinkler system in new construction increases the total construction cost by approximately: A- 1.5% B- 5% C- 9% D- 15%
A- 1.5%
The intermediate moment-resisting frames in the IBS generally can be used in which of the following seismic design categories? A- A, B, D B- D C- E D- F
A- A, B, D
An existing partition separating two rooms is determined to be insufficient for reducing sound transmission. The partition consists of 4" metal studs spaced 24" o/c with a single layer of 5/8" gyp on ea. side. There are no penetrations in the partition. To improve transmission loss of the partition in the most economical way, which of the following modifications should the architect reccommend? A- Add resilient channels to one side of the wall and attach a single later of gypsum board to the channels. Glue additional layer of gypsum board to other side. B- Add sound-absorbing panels to the noisy side of the partition, and add an additional layer of gypsum board to the opposite side. C- remove one layer of gyp, install batt insulation and replace the wall finish with a sound-deadening board and a finish layer of gypsum board. D- Cover one side of the partition with an additional layer of gypsum board and add two additional layers of gypsum board to the other side.
A- Add resilient channels to one side of the wall and attach a single later of gypsum board to the channels. Glue additional layer of gypsum board to other side.
An architect consults with an engineering firm that provides mechanical, electrical and plumbing services, as well as lighting design. Which party is responsible for verifying that recessed downlights do not interfere with the ductwork shown on the plans? A- Architect B- Electrical engineer C- lighting designer D- mechanical engineer
A- Architect
A two-way concrete slave is normally reinforced for: A- Bending moment in both directions B- Bending moment in the short direction only C- Bending moment in the long direction only D- Temperature/ shrinkage stresses in both directions only
A- Bending moment in both directions
Which of the following devices would best control entry to a secure laboratory? A- Card Reader B- Central Station Alarm C- Photoelectric Cell D- Ultrasonic Detector
A- Card Reader
Software utilizing BIM provides a digital, spatial and measurable design tool that may be utilized by the entire design and construction team. This is intended to provide which benefits over a non-BIM design method? (Choose 3) A- Collaboration with design earlier in the design development phase. B- License sharing with consultants so additional software need not be acquired. C- Utilization of intelligence within models to generate schedules and cost estimates. D- use of models to facilitate ongoing building maintenance and operations. E- Reduction of time needed to design buildings. F- Elimination of consultants because of the software's ability to analyze BIM Data.
A- Collaboration with design earlier in the design development phase. C- Utilization of intelligence within models to generate schedules and cost estimates. D- use of models to facilitate ongoing building maintenance and operations.
An architect is planning a 100,000 ft^2 university classroom building. the mechanical engineer estimates that the total floor area required for the boiler room and the chilled water plan will be about 3000 ft^2. Which of the following criteria should also be kept in mind when determining the location and design of the mech. rooms? (Choose 3) A- Each mechanical room should have at least one exterior wall. B- The boiler room should be adjacent to the chilled water plant. C- Rooms should be as square as possible. D- Ceilings in both rooms should be at least 12' high. E- Mechanical rooms must be placed on the ground floor. F- The mechanical rooms should be equal in size.
A- Each mechanical room should have at least one exterior wall. B- The boiler room should be adjacent to the chilled water plant. D- Ceilings in both rooms should be at least 12' high.
When designing a beam, why is it necessary to control deflection? (Choose 4) A- Excessive deflection is visually disturbing. B- Excessive deflection can break adjacent windows C- Excessive deflection is a sign that the beam is unsafe in bending D- Excessive deflection is a sign that the beam is unsafe in shear E- Excessive deflection can crack adjacent partitions F- Excessive deflection can crack adjacent plaster ceiling.
A- Excessive deflection is visually disturbing. B- Excessive deflection can break adjacent windows E- Excessive deflection can crack adjacent partitions F- Excessive deflection can crack adjacent plaster ceiling.
The Architect is surveying an existing building to determine if the facility complies with IBC requirement for accessibility. Which of the following elements must be modified to satisfy the code requirements? A- FE Cab. with a bubble door that protrudes 5" from the wall. B- 1/4" beveled threshold at the main entrance doors. C- Clear floor area 24" wide on the pull side of the door to the men's restroom from the hallway, which is approached from the front. D- Ramp from the original building to a later addition that rises 6" over 8'
A- FE Cab. with a bubble door that protrudes 5" from the wall.
Which of the following is a requirement of the NFPA 10 (Portable Fire Extinguishers)? (Choose 3) A- FE Cabinets must have a vision panel or be clearly marked with a sign. B- FE must be tested regularly and have an approved label. C- FE Cabinets may not protrude into the hallway more than 4". D- When fire extinguishers are required, no occupant may be more than 75' from a fire extinguisher. E- Fire extinguishers must be mounted at 48" above the finish floor. F- Cabinets must be locked at all times.
A- FE Cabinets must have a vision panel or be clearly marked with a sign. B- FE must be tested regularly and have an approved label. D- When fire extinguishers are required, no occupant may be more than 75' from a fire extinguisher.
Which of the following statements are true about electronic ballasts installed on fluorescent lamps? (Choose 2) A- Flicker less than with conventional ballasts. B- Lamps can not start in temperatures below 40 Degrees F C- Noise is greater than with conventional ballasts. D- Lamps can not be dimmed. E- Existing fixtures with conventual ballasts can be retrofitted with electronic ballasts. F- Electronic ballasts are less energy efficient.
A- Flicker less than with conventional ballasts. E- Existing fixtures with conventual ballasts can be retrofitted with electronic ballasts.
4. Which statement concerning fire-rated door assemblies is correct? A- Hinges must always be the ball bearing type. B- Under some circumstances a closer is not needed. C- Labeling is required for the door only. D- The maximum width is 3'-0"
A- Hinges must always be the ball bearing type.
Which of the following would be appropriate for fire protection in an elementary school? (Choose 3) A- Ionization Detector B- Photoelectric Detector C- Temperature Rise Detector D- Gas-sensing Detector E- Flame Detector F- Laser Beam Detector
A- Ionization Detector B- Photoelectric Detector F- Laser Beam Detector
According to the IBC, a soft story is a story in which the: A- Lateral stiffness is less than 70% of that in the story above or less than 80% of the average stiffness of the stories above. B- Lateral stiffness is less than 60% of that in the story above of less than 70% of the average stiffness of the stories above. C- Lateral stiffness is less than 50% of that in the story above or less than 60% of the average stiffness of the stories above. D- Story lateral strength is less than 80% of that of the story above.
A- Lateral stiffness is less than 70% of that in the story above or less than 80% of the average stiffness of the stories above
On floors subject to deflection, granite installations should include a: A- Membrane B- Latex additive in the mortar C- Type of thinset mortar D- Sand Cushion
A- Membrane
How are the diagonal members of the x-bracing in a tall structure normally designed to minimize costs? A- One diagonal brace is designed to be stressed in tension while the other is not stressed. B- One diagonal brace is designed to be stressed in compression while the other is not stressed. C- Both diagonal braces are designed to be stressed in tension at the same time. D- Both diagonal braces are designed to be stressed in compression at the same time.
A- One diagonal brace is designed to be stressed in tension while the other is not stressed.
The application of epoxy-coated reinforcing bars would be specified in which type of locations? (Choose 4) A- Parking Garage B- Fishing Pier on the ocean C- Interior Column in an office building D- Exterior concrete staircase E- Cold climate highway paving floor slab F- Floor Slab
A- Parking Garage B- Fishing Pier on the ocean D- Exterior concrete staircase E- Cold climate highway paving floor slab
Adding a shear key to the base of a cantilever retaining wall helps to prevent A- Sliding of the wall B- Overturning of the wall C- Breaking and cracking of the wall base D- Simultaneous breaking and overturning of the wall
A- Sliding of the wall
Which of the following statements about tempered glass (TG) is true? A- TG is required in entry doors. B- TG is not a requirement for sidelights with sills below 18". C- TG is not a requirement for glazing within 1' of doors. D- TG is required in glass within 36" of doors.
A- TG is required in entry doors.
In wind design, what is the permissible drift of one story relative to an adjacent story in a building where the story height is 12'? A- 0.036 in B- 0.36 in C- 0.72 in D- 1.1 in
B- 0.36 in
Which of the following factors affect the allowable shear value in a diaphragm system made of steel deck. (Choose 4) A- Thickness of the steel deck B- Size of welds and other connections between deck and framing. C- Spacing of welds and other connections between deck and framing. D- Presence of concrete topping E- The location of steed stud partitions above and below the steel deck. F- Whether it is used in a steel frame or concrete frame building structure
A- Thickness of the steel deck B- Size of welds and other connections between deck and framing. C- Spacing of welds and other connections between deck and framing. D- Presence of concrete topping
The IBC requires that a certain amount of accidental torsion be considered even when a building is symmetrical. Why? (Choose 4) A- To allow for nonuniform vertical loading. B- To allow for asymmetrical floor openings. C- To reduce the effect of overturning moments. D- To reduce drift. E- To allow for eccentricity in rigidity due to non-structural elements and seismic ground motion. F- To allow for the fact that positions of loads in an occupied building cannot exactly be determined.
A- To allow for nonuniform vertical loading. B- To allow for asymmetrical floor openings. E- To allow for eccentricity in rigidity due to non-structural elements and seismic ground motion. F- To allow for the fact that positions of loads in an occupied building cannot exactly be determined.
What is the purpose of gravel along a foundation wall? A- To reduce hydrostatic pressure B- To keep the soil from direct contact with the concrete C- To provide a firm base for concrete bearing D- To hold the membrane in place and protect it.
A- To reduce hydrostatic pressure
Which if the following is required for an access floor system? (Choose 3) A- lifting devices B- modular panels C- pedestals D- Stringers E- acoustical batts F- handrails
A- lifting devices B- modular panels C- pedestals
Which Masterformat division would include the specification requirements for mental studs for interior partition walls. A- 05 B- 09 C- 10 D- 13
B- 09
What types of mortar should be specified for a CMU foundation wall. A: M B: N C: O D:S
A: M
Consider the location for a mechanical system and its vertical distribution tree in a 10-story office building. Which of the following locations should be avoided? A - within internal circulation cores B - integrated with a building C - at the edges of a building D - between the internal core and the edge of a building
C - at the edges of a building
The pressure in a city watermain is 57 psi. The pressure loss through piping, fittings and the water meter has been calculated as 23 psi, and the highest fixture requires 12 psi to operate. What is the maximum height the fixture can be above the watermain? A- 9ft B- 24ft C- 50ft D- 78ft
C- 50ft
In a full set of CDs the mechanical engineering drawings are typically placed: A- After the civil engineering drawings and before the architectural drawings. B- Immediately after the architectural drawings C- After the structural drawings and before the electrical drawings.
C- After the structural drawings and before the electrical drawings.
A specification section written following the recommendations of the CSI would include which sections? A- General, administration and execution B- Administration, products and execution C- General, products and execution D- General, installation and products
C- General, products and execution
Restrictions on surface finishes in all model codes are primarily based on: A- occupancy and construction type B- occupant load and location in the building C- Location in the building and occupancy group. D- Occupancy group and sprinkle ring.
C- Location in the building and occupancy group.
A new 80,000 sf office building is projected to cost $10,000,000. Approximately what percentages of the construction budget should be allocated to the buildings mechanical and electrical system? A- Mechanical (5%) Electrical (5%) B- Mechanical (15%) Electrical (5%) C- Mechanical (15%) Electrical (15%) D- Mechanical (25%) Electrical (15%)
C- Mechanical (15%) Electrical (15%)
Which of the following strategies would effectively reduce the noise caused by a duct system without reducing airflow? A- Specify duct liners for all supply and return ducts. B - Specify 90 Degree beds in short duct runs. C- Provide an active noise-canceling system emitting out-of-chase noise. D- Specify fiberglass baffles
C- Provide an active noise-canceling system emitting out-of-chase noise.
Which of the following materials would be used as a firestop? A- wood stud B- Plywood C- Silicone foam D- treated wood blocking
C- Silicone foam
The best measure to use when evaluating how well a window assembly prevents heat gain is the: A- Daylight Factor B- Shading coefficient C- Solar heat gain coefficient D- Window-to-wall ratio
C- Solar heat gain coefficient
Which of the following are likely to occur if the drawings and specifications are not thoroughly coordinated? (Choose 4) A- A decrease of the actual cost form the estimated cost because the contractor bid on a less expensive material shown on the drawings, although the same material was called out as a more expensive type in the specification. B- The immediate filing of a lawsuit. C- The need for a change order during construction to account for modification required to correct discrepancies in the two documents D- Delay in construction E- Increase in cost because the contractor bid on the least expensive choice between two conflicting requirements when the client wanted the more expensive option. F- The architect may be held financially responsible for the omission.
C- The need for a change order during construction to account for modification required to correct discrepancies in the two documents D- Delay in construction E- Increase in cost because the contractor bid on the least expensive choice between two conflicting requirements when the client wanted the more expensive option. F- The architect may be held financially responsible for the omission.
Which of the following items is a code violation? A- Handrail height of 36" B- Headroom height of 6'-8" C- Total rise height of 14' D- Handrail extension of 12"
C- Total rise height of 14'
Neglecting beam weight, what is the general shape of the bending moment diagram for a cantilevers beam loaded at the end. A- Rectangle B-Triangle with + slope C- Triangle with - slope D- Log
C- Triangle with - slope
Rehabilitation of a building constructed in the 1860's requires cleaning and repairing the existing brick exterior walls. The brick is in good condition but is very dirty. Portions of the mortar have fallen out, and much of what remains is so soft that it can be scraped away with a fingernail. Which restoration technique should the architect recommend? A- Pressure Washing with a 10% muriatic acid solution. B- Pressure washing with plain water and repointing the mortar. C- handwashing the brick with water and stiff brush and repointing the mortar. D- Sandblasting
C- handwashing the brick with water and stiff brush and repointing the mortar.
A designer is planning on using a hydronic distribution system to heat a building and needs to decide which type of system will be best for efficiency and comfort control. To this end, the designer plans of supplying equal flow and fluid temperature to each radiator to yield an efficient return. Which type of piping systems would most likely achieve the best results? A - one-pipe system B - two-pipe direct return system C - two-pipe reverse return system D - series perimeter loop system
D - series perimeter loop system
