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What is the primary function of stairs in buildings?
What is the primary function of stairs in buildings?
- To provide a means of ventilation
- To provide a means of circulation between floor levels (correct)
- To provide a means of location for public buildings
- To provide an easy means of conveying fittings and furniture between floor levels
What is a set of steps arranged in series and placed in an enclosure called?
What is a set of steps arranged in series and placed in an enclosure called?
- Staircase (correct)
- Stair
- Corridor
- Ramp
What is the main difference between moving and stationary access in buildings?
What is the main difference between moving and stationary access in buildings?
- Stationary access is more widely used in buildings
- Moving access is used in residential buildings, while stationary access is used in public buildings
- Moving access is always located near the main entrance
- Moving access uses electrical or hydraulic driving motors, while stationary access does not (correct)
What is the purpose of a step in a stair?
What is the purpose of a step in a stair?
Where should stairs be located in residential buildings?
Where should stairs be located in residential buildings?
What is a stair composed of?
What is a stair composed of?
What is the purpose of the tread in a stair?
What is the purpose of the tread in a stair?
What is the term for the horizontal distance between the nosings of two consecutive steps?
What is the term for the horizontal distance between the nosings of two consecutive steps?
What is the purpose of the nosing in a stair?
What is the purpose of the nosing in a stair?
What is the term for the vertical member that supports the hand rail?
What is the term for the vertical member that supports the hand rail?
What is the classification of stairs that changes direction by introducing a quarter space landing or winders?
What is the classification of stairs that changes direction by introducing a quarter space landing or winders?
What is the term for the total length of stairs in a horizontal plane, including landings?
What is the term for the total length of stairs in a horizontal plane, including landings?
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