Roofing and Structural Components Quiz

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What is the purpose of a fascia board in roofing?

To create a barrier against water infiltration
To act as a load-bearing structural component
To provide support for the lower-most roof covering material (correct)
To add decorative elements to the eaves

In civil engineering, what does 'load-bearing' refer to?

A wall which doesn’t help the structure to stand up and holds up only itself
An active structural element of a building
A type of roofing material designed to bear heavy loads
A structural component that resists the weight of all the structural elements resting on it (correct)

What is the primary function of a curtain wall in construction?

To provide insulation and weatherproofing for the building
To support only itself and not contribute to the building's structure
To resist the weight of all structural elements resting on it
To provide non-load bearing support and act as an aesthetic element (correct)

What does a load-bearing structural component do?

Resists the weight of all the structural elements resting on it by transferring the weight to the foundation below (A) Signup and view all the answers