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What is the minimum length of a track splice when installing steel joist tracks?
What is the minimum length of a track splice when installing steel joist tracks?
What method is utilized to check the squareness of the building during layout?
What method is utilized to check the squareness of the building during layout?
Which installation method is considered best for placing insulation in an existing home?
Which installation method is considered best for placing insulation in an existing home?
When you need precise information about a complex portion of the building, what should you refer to on the plan?
When you need precise information about a complex portion of the building, what should you refer to on the plan?
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When using soffit vents in an attic, what should the insulation allow?
When using soffit vents in an attic, what should the insulation allow?
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What type of concrete forms are left in place permanently?
What type of concrete forms are left in place permanently?
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What is a requirement for the installation of brick veneer walls?
What is a requirement for the installation of brick veneer walls?
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What holds unfaced wall insulation in place?
What holds unfaced wall insulation in place?
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When installing a window into a rough-opening, how should the window fit?
When installing a window into a rough-opening, how should the window fit?
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What is the minimum size breaker recommended for an electric furnace?
What is the minimum size breaker recommended for an electric furnace?
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At what temperature should the building be when installing wood floors?
At what temperature should the building be when installing wood floors?
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Which type of pipe should be used for foundation drainage?
Which type of pipe should be used for foundation drainage?
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How often should collar ties be installed on rafters that are 16" OC?
How often should collar ties be installed on rafters that are 16" OC?
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What role does the backing paper on batt insulation serve?
What role does the backing paper on batt insulation serve?
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What is the actual size of nominal 2X4 lumber?
What is the actual size of nominal 2X4 lumber?
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What is the minimum thickness used for OSB?
What is the minimum thickness used for OSB?
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What forces is a shear wall designed to resist?
What forces is a shear wall designed to resist?
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What is the maximum moisture content for wet-spray insulation before it can be covered by drywall?
What is the maximum moisture content for wet-spray insulation before it can be covered by drywall?
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How do batt insulation materials typically stay in place under floor joists?
How do batt insulation materials typically stay in place under floor joists?
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Which part of the door frame fits inside the masonry opening?
Which part of the door frame fits inside the masonry opening?
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What is the recommended gap when butting MDF panels tightly?
What is the recommended gap when butting MDF panels tightly?
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What framing members create a rough floor opening?
What framing members create a rough floor opening?
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Under which roofing type is skip sheathing commonly used?
Under which roofing type is skip sheathing commonly used?
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What is the typical maximum distance between a gutter's high point and the downspout?
What is the typical maximum distance between a gutter's high point and the downspout?
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What is the purpose of a shear wall in construction?
What is the purpose of a shear wall in construction?
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What is passive venting primarily used for in a building?
What is passive venting primarily used for in a building?
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What is the maximum moisture content allowed for wet-spray insulation before covering it with drywall?
What is the maximum moisture content allowed for wet-spray insulation before covering it with drywall?
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What type of pipe should be used for drainage around the foundation?
What type of pipe should be used for drainage around the foundation?
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How is batt insulation typically held in place under floor joists?
How is batt insulation typically held in place under floor joists?
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At what temperature is it recommended to install wood floors?
At what temperature is it recommended to install wood floors?
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How thick is the minimum OSB typically available?
How thick is the minimum OSB typically available?
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What is the term for the part of the door frame that fits inside the masonry opening?
What is the term for the part of the door frame that fits inside the masonry opening?
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What is the purpose of collar ties in rafters?
What is the purpose of collar ties in rafters?
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How should a window fit into a rough opening?
How should a window fit into a rough opening?
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In a window manufacturer's catalog, what measurements are typically included?
In a window manufacturer's catalog, what measurements are typically included?
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What part of a face-frame cabinet is primarily used to attach the cabinet to the wall?
What part of a face-frame cabinet is primarily used to attach the cabinet to the wall?
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What material is commonly used for backing in batt insulation?
What material is commonly used for backing in batt insulation?
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What is the actual size of a 2X4 piece of lumber?
What is the actual size of a 2X4 piece of lumber?
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What is the recommended number of studs for a 12-foot partition wall with studs 16 inches on center?
What is the recommended number of studs for a 12-foot partition wall with studs 16 inches on center?
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What is the primary purpose of using the 3-4-5 method during building layout?
What is the primary purpose of using the 3-4-5 method during building layout?
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In what situation is loose-fill insulation considered the best option?
In what situation is loose-fill insulation considered the best option?
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What installation method should be avoided when placing insulation around recessed fixtures?
What installation method should be avoided when placing insulation around recessed fixtures?
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Which foundation type is essential for the installation of brick veneer walls?
Which foundation type is essential for the installation of brick veneer walls?
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What primary function does a smoke shelf serve in a chimney?
What primary function does a smoke shelf serve in a chimney?
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What method is generally used for holding unfaced wall insulation in place?
What method is generally used for holding unfaced wall insulation in place?
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Which of the following is NOT a step in the correct sequence for finishing concrete?
Which of the following is NOT a step in the correct sequence for finishing concrete?
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What specific resistance must be considered when toenailing trusses to a top plate?
What specific resistance must be considered when toenailing trusses to a top plate?
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Study Notes
Carpentry & Building Construction
- Shear walls are designed to resist lateral forces parallel to their plane.
- A system of venting that uses ridge vents and draws air through eves and soffits is called passive venting.
- For wet-spray insulation, the moisture content must be less than 19% before being covered by drywall.
- Batt insulation under floor joists is held in place by wire mesh or rigid board.
- The part of a door frame that sits inside of the masonry opening is called a jamb.
- MDF panels should not be butted tightly, with a 1/16" gap recommended.
- Window manufacturer catalogs include masonry opening, rough opening, frame size, glass size, and possibly sash size measurements.
- Trimmers, headers, and tail joists establish a rough floor opening.
- Skip sheathing is commonly used with wood shingles and shakes.
- The typical maximum distance between a gutter's high point and the downspout is 25'.
- The hanger rail secures a face-frame cabinet to the wall.
- A joist's notched part should be avoided.
- Contractors should use manufacturer data to determine the rough-in information for aluminum clad wood windows.
- Condensation forms when warm air hits a cool surface.
- When installing steel joist tracks, the minimum length of a track splice is 6".
- The 3-4-5 method checks the squareness of a building.
- The best installation method for placing insulation in an existing home is loose-fill.
- A detail section on a plan shows precise information about a small or complex portion of the building.
- Soffit vents require attic insulation to allow air flow.
- Brick veneer walls require a masonry or concrete foundation.
- Smoke shelves prevent down drafts in chimneys.
- Unfaced wall insulation is held in place by friction.
- A window that swings inward at the top is called a hopper window.
- The minimum breaker size for an electric furnace is 30 amps.
- When installing a hardwood floor, 15lb felt with overlaps should be installed after the subfloor cleaned.
- Concrete should be installed in the order of screeding, floating, edging, and troweling.
- Toenailing trusses to outside walls requires resistance to wind uplift and thrust.
- Exposed wiring in locations needing protection from mechanical damage should be BX.
- Insulation installation should account for any recessed fixtures.
- ICFs are permanently placed concrete forms.
- Windows should fit loosely in rough-openings.
- The building temperature for wood floor installation should be 70 degrees.
- Foundation drainage requires bottom perforated PVC pipe.
- Collar ties should be installed on every fourth pair of rafters for 16" OC rafters.
- Backing paper on batt insulation acts as a vapor retarder.
- A 2x4 piece of lumber is 1.5"x3.5".
- 2x6 nominal framing lumber and 2x6 metal studs differ in width by 3/8 inch.
- Irregularities in rebar are intentional deformations for concrete gripping.
- Common residential copper piping is Type M (red ink).
- A 12-foot partition wall with 16-inch OC needs 10 studs.
- Pocket doors require installation before drywall.
- OSB typically comes in a minimum thickness of 3/8".
- Counter-flashing covers the top edge of base flashing.
- Estimators get material quantities from plans.
- MDF panels are suitable for smooth finish applications.
- Underlayment for sheet vinyl flooring requires at least 1/4 inch thickness and a sanded face.
- Control joints for sidewalks should be spaced 4 feet apart.
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Test your knowledge on fundamental concepts in carpentry and building construction. This quiz covers essential topics such as shear walls, insulation types, door frames, and venting systems. Perfect for both beginners and seasoned professionals looking to refresh their skills.
