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What is the primary purpose of the external layer of a brick or stone veneer building?
What is the primary purpose of the external layer of a brick or stone veneer building?
- To add thermal insulation to the building
- To enhance the appearance of the building
- To provide structural support for the wood frame
- To protect the wood frame from external exposure (correct)
What type of wood-frame building is classified as Type V-B?
What type of wood-frame building is classified as Type V-B?
- A building with a 1-hour fire resistance rating
- A building with an automatic sprinkler system
- A building with the structural framing protected to achieve a 1-hour fire resistance
- A building with the interior walls left exposed with no interior finish (correct)
What is a typical means of adding or increasing fire resistance in a wood-frame building?
What is a typical means of adding or increasing fire resistance in a wood-frame building?
- Using plywood or OSB for the interior finish
- Installing an automatic sprinkler system
- Using 5/8 inch gypsum board attached to the studs and ceiling joists (correct)
- Providing protection to the structural framing to achieve a 1-hour fire resistance
What is the purpose of firestopping in a wood-frame building?
What is the purpose of firestopping in a wood-frame building?
What type of wood-frame building is classified as Type V-A?
What type of wood-frame building is classified as Type V-A?
Why is plaster not often used in modern construction?
Why is plaster not often used in modern construction?
What is the purpose of using gypsum board with a fiberglass mesh in some occupancies?
What is the purpose of using gypsum board with a fiberglass mesh in some occupancies?
How does impact-resistant gypsum board differ from ordinary gypsum board?
How does impact-resistant gypsum board differ from ordinary gypsum board?
What unintended consequences can arise from innovations like adding a steel sheet between two drywall panels?
What unintended consequences can arise from innovations like adding a steel sheet between two drywall panels?
Why are manufactured components prefabricated and shipped to construction sites?
Why are manufactured components prefabricated and shipped to construction sites?
According to the passage, which of the following is NOT a location where fire stopping is required?
According to the passage, which of the following is NOT a location where fire stopping is required?
Which of the following materials is NOT mentioned as a suitable material for draft stopping in attic spaces?
Which of the following materials is NOT mentioned as a suitable material for draft stopping in attic spaces?
According to the passage, what is the maximum allowable area for attic spaces with combustible construction before draft stopping is required?
According to the passage, what is the maximum allowable area for attic spaces with combustible construction before draft stopping is required?
In a platform-frame building, what structural element is mentioned as providing a fire stop that will block the spread of fire between floors within the walls?
In a platform-frame building, what structural element is mentioned as providing a fire stop that will block the spread of fire between floors within the walls?
According to the passage, which of the following materials is NOT mentioned as a suitable material for fire stopping?
According to the passage, which of the following materials is NOT mentioned as a suitable material for fire stopping?
According to the passage, what was the issue with fire-retardant treated plywood in attic spaces?
According to the passage, what was the issue with fire-retardant treated plywood in attic spaces?
According to the passage, what is a concern with void spaces in construction?
According to the passage, what is a concern with void spaces in construction?
What measure is mentioned in the passage to delay the entrance of fire into void spaces?
What measure is mentioned in the passage to delay the entrance of fire into void spaces?
According to the passage, what is a concern when truss joists are used in floor construction?
According to the passage, what is a concern when truss joists are used in floor construction?
According to the passage, what is a concern related to unfinished ceilings over basement spaces?
According to the passage, what is a concern related to unfinished ceilings over basement spaces?
What is one primary difference between Type IV (heavy timber) and Type III (exterior protected) construction?
What is one primary difference between Type IV (heavy timber) and Type III (exterior protected) construction?
Which code specifies the fire resistance requirements for the structural elements of Type IV construction?
Which code specifies the fire resistance requirements for the structural elements of Type IV construction?
What does Type IV construction prevent in terms of concealed spaces?
What does Type IV construction prevent in terms of concealed spaces?
In Type IV construction, what is the primary factor that differentiates it from Type III construction?
In Type IV construction, what is the primary factor that differentiates it from Type III construction?
What is specified in codes for both Type IV and Type III constructions regarding flooring and roofing surfaces?
What is specified in codes for both Type IV and Type III constructions regarding flooring and roofing surfaces?
Which of the following is NOT a common method used to slow the spread of fire in a balloon frame construction?
Which of the following is NOT a common method used to slow the spread of fire in a balloon frame construction?
What type of framing system is typically used in light wood frame construction, as opposed to the timber framing mentioned in the text?
What type of framing system is typically used in light wood frame construction, as opposed to the timber framing mentioned in the text?
Which of the following environmental factors can cause the greatest amount of shrinkage in lumber used in light wood frame construction?
Which of the following environmental factors can cause the greatest amount of shrinkage in lumber used in light wood frame construction?
What is the primary purpose of using fire-rated sealants around penetrations for electrical, plumbing, or heating systems in a light wood frame building?
What is the primary purpose of using fire-rated sealants around penetrations for electrical, plumbing, or heating systems in a light wood frame building?
What is a common problem associated with wood in fire conditions?
What is a common problem associated with wood in fire conditions?
What is an important factor for firefighters to consider when navigating a structure during a fire?
What is an important factor for firefighters to consider when navigating a structure during a fire?
Why is wood still considered a fundamental structural material in building applications?
Why is wood still considered a fundamental structural material in building applications?
What can happen if heavy loads are placed on wood during a fire?
What can happen if heavy loads are placed on wood during a fire?
