12 Questions
What is the purpose of a Framing Square?
Measuring 90-degree angles
Which type of foundation transfers the load at the base of the column or wall?
Shallow foundations
What is the main purpose of a Pry Bar in construction?
Force open boards used in forming concrete
Which tool is used for marking lines accurately?
Chalk Line or Marker Ink
What are the two basic types of foundation mentioned in the text?
Shallow and Deep foundations
Which part of a building transfers its load into the soil?
Foundation
What type of footing is wider than the wall to distribute load to the soil?
Wall footing
Which type of foundation support several columns in a row and can be either inverted slab or inverted tee?
Continuous Footing
What is the purpose of a pile cap in a pile foundation?
Spread the load equally among the piles
In what type of foundation are piles driven closely together in clusters containing from two to twenty-five piles?
Pile Foundation
What type of wall resists overturning by virtue of its own weight?
Gravity Wall
Which type of foundation is used when two or more columns are spaced so closely that their footings merge?
Combined Footing
Explore various hand tools and measurement equipment commonly used in construction projects. Learn about pry bars, folding rules, tape measures, framing squares, and more.
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