Chapter 16: Introduction to Residential Product Knowledge (FITB)

Question 1

Flag lots, “T” lots and key lots may not conform to current zoning and building codes due to a lack of ____.

Answer 1

frontage

Question 2

Cul-de-sac lots provide little space for ____.

Answer 2

parking

Question 3

The ____ of a building is located belowground and is not typically visible.

Answer 3

substructure

Question 4

Matt and raft foundations are used on ____ soil.

Answer 4

unstable

Question 5

Studs are held in place by the use of ____.

Answer 5

plates

Question 6

Plank and beam construction became popular in the 1970s with the introduction of the ____ ____ design.

Answer 6

great room

Question 7

Cracks in masonry become a concern when ____ occurs.

Answer 7

separation

Question 8

To prevent roof leakage, chimneys, valleys and stacks must be sealed with metal ____.

Answer 8

flashing

Question 9

____ roofs require more maintenance than other types.

Answer 9

built up

Question 10

Windows that have only one pane movable glass are called ____-____.

Answer 10

single hung

Question 11

Higher R values on an insulating material ____ resistance to the flow of heat.

Answer 11

increase

Question 12

____ pipe should never be used for hot water distribution.

Answer 12

PVC

Question 13

The capacity of a heating system is rated in ____.

Answer 13

BTU’s

Question 14

The wire used to carry electrical energy from its source to a load is referred to as a ____.

Answer 14

conductor

Question 15

All construction in Florida is controlled by the ____ ____ ____.

Answer 15

Southern Building Code