IDFX Practice Test Flashcards by Denise Schindler

Creating an inventory of existing furniture and equipment that will be reused in a project is typically done at what point?

(A) during the site analysis

(B) during the client interview

(D) during the design development phase

(A) during the site analysis

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Which of the following would not be a primary consideration when choosing a light source?

(A) operating life cost

(B) efficacy

(D) color rendition

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What is the usage classification assigned to a building or interior space that differentiates various types of fire hazards, and the life safety characteristics of various uses?

(A) life safety classification

(B) occupancy class

(D) fire and life safety class

(B) occupancy class

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The designer transfers all warranties and manuals for all goods within a project to the client when?

(A) the manufacturer delivers the goods

(B) the goods are installed

(D) the designer is the seller of the goods

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In terms of color, value is best described as?

(A) degree of purity of the hue when compared with a neutral gray of the same value

(B) all the colors of a pigment present in equal amounts

(D) the degree of lightness or darkness of color in relation to white and black

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All of the following are true about as-built drawings except?

(A) shows what was actually built

(B) shows exactly what is to be built

(D) are drawn after the project is completed

(B) shows exactly what is to be built

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Which of the following is the correct sequence of process drawings completed in the schematic design phase?

(A) adjacency matrix, bubble diagram, block diagram, schematic space plan, prototype sketches

(B) concept diagram, bubble diagram, adjacency matrix, block diagram, schematic space plan

(D) bubble diagrams, prototype sketches, block diagram, schematic space plan

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What is the owner’s responsibility when merchandise is delivered to the job site and the AIA document A251, General Conditions of the Contract for Furniture, Furnishings and Equipment is being used?

(A) none of these, it is the designers or contractor’s, not the owners responsibility to receive merchanise and deliveries on the job site

(B) inspect the goods for damage and refuse delivery of any damaged items

(D) accept and take control of merchandise

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Regardless of the presentation goals which of the following applies to a good presentation?

(A) know your audience, use a clear introduction and conclusion, use design vocabulary

(B) use a clear introduction and conclusion, know your audience, keep it simple in content and graphics

(D) know your audience, use a clear introduction and conclusion, dress to complement your presentation visuals

(B) use a clear introduction and conclusion, know your audience, keep it simple in content and graphics

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What building material can be used along the bottom of a door to prevent the passage of fire, heat and smoke?

(A) scribe

(B) intumescent

(D) HPDL

(B) intumescent

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Conducting a site analysis is?

(A) the schematic design phase

(B) the architect’s responsibilty

(D) not necessary for smaller projects

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In terms of the programming process what is one of the most reliable ways to gather information for a commercial project?

(A) observations

(B) field survey

(D) meeting with the CEO to discuss the company’s needs

(A) observations

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Which programmatic concept is a designer addressing if during the programming of a health club
they opt to provide additional room in an indoor pool area beyond the space needed for the pool and circulation?

(A) tolerance

(B) safety

(D) flexibilty

(A) tolerance

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All of the following are important to remember when writing specifications except?

(A) know what the standards and test methods referred to include and what parts of them are applicable to the project.

(B) specifications are legal documents

(D) specify the results and the methods to achieve those results together

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Which of the following is true about solid-core doors?

(A) are made with a variety of core types depending on the functional requirements of the door

(B) used as acoustical barriers

(D) all of these are true

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This lighting symbol indicates?

(A) that a light can be switched from 3 different locations

(B) that a light can be switched from 2 different locations

(D) that there are two separate light fixtures on a single switch

(B) that a light can be switched from 2 different locations

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Your client has indicated that they would like to incorporate a sustainable rooftop garden and water collection system in the redesign of their office building. What drawing would a designer need to begin work on this feature?

(A) floor plan

(B) site plan

(D) exterior elevation

(B) site plan

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All of the following are elements of design except?

(A) form, scale and rhythm

(B) light, scale and form

(D) form, scale and color

(A) form, scale and rhythm

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When designing an accessible kitchen all of the following would be true except?

(A) the bottom of upper cabinets should be mounted no more than 54 inches (1350mm) AFF

(B) appliances with controls on the front and not at the back of the appliance should be used

(D) a 60 in (1500mm) turning radius must be incorporated to allow for manuerving in a wheelchair

(A) the bottom of upper cabinets should be mounted no more than 54 inches (1350mm) AFF

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Which of the following would be the least useful to a designer in procuring furniture and furnishing AND are typically excellent sources of information?

(A) sales representative

(B) showrooms

(D) dealerships

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Your design assistant will be meeting the installation crew at the job site, which plan should you be sure to provide to the installers and your assistant?

(A) site plan

(B) finish schedule

(D) floor plan

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Which of the following is NOT true about sample or material boards?

(A) a separate sample board or boards is typically created for each room or space

(B) used to communicate decisions about the finishes and furnishings

(D) renderings, sketches and computer drawings are preferred to actual samples

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What is the relative size of an object or element in comparison to another element of known size?

(A) proxemics

(B) scale

(D) volume

(B) scale

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Which division of the CSI Master Format would would you find the specifications for typical structural wood framing, rough and finish carpentry and architectural wood work?

(A) diviision 01

(B) division 06

(D) division 05

(B) division 06

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Embodied Energy is defined as? (A) the energy required by a product or material for its extraction as a raw material, initial processing, and subsequent manufacture into a finished product (B) the process of inspecting, testing, starting up and adjusting building systems and then verifying and documenting that they are operating as intended and meet the design criteria of the contract documents (C) the energy and resources required to dispose of product at the end of the product's life cycle (D) the energy that a green product will save over the course of its life cycle

(A) the energy required by a product or material for its extraction as a raw material, initial processing, and subsequent manufacture into a finished product

Which type of drawing is a horizontal cross section that shows everything approximately 4' -5' (1200 mm-1500 mm) AFF? (A) lighting plan (B) floor plan (C) none of these (D) mechanical plan

(B) floor plan

Which step in the five step programming process would the designer develop abstract ideas that are functional solutions to the client's performance problems without defining the physical means to solve them? (A) collecting and analyzing facts (B) establishing goals (C) uncovering and testing concepts (D) determining needs

What would be the best scale to use if you were drawing a very complex elevation? (A) 3/4" or 1:50 (B) 1 1/2" or 1:100 (C) 3" or 1:5 (D) 1/2" or 1:20

(D) 1/2" or 1:20

A fabric's flammability is rated in terms of ? (A) fuel contributed (B) all of these (C) smoke developed (D) flame spread

(B) all of these

A designer can control the acoustic quality of a room with the following? (A) wall construction with a low STC rating (B) space planning (C) specifying rigid interior partitions (D) none of these

(B) space planning

The following is an example of what type of concrete structural system? ![]() (A) flat slab (B) beam and girder (C) one way pan joist (D) waffle slab

(A) flat slab

Uncover information, sell or market design services and communicate design solutions are? (A) what is required of a designer who acts as the seller for furniture (B) what an interior designer must do to create a successful design solution (C) different goals that a designer might target in a presentation (D) what a design firm typically expects of its designers

Which drawing can be used to itemize the furniture for pricing and ordering? (A) furniture key (B) floor plan (C) none of these (D) furniture plan

(D) furniture plan

What type of drawing satisfies the requirements of either design intent, constraints, function or constructability? (A) RCP (B) shop drawings (C) detail drawing (D) elevation

Form, function, economy and time are? (A) the 4 primary principles of sustainability (B) Maslow's theory of the hierarchy of needs (C) four major considerations of any design problem (D) the 4 major tenants of Gestalt Psychology

Per code, ground fault interrupters are typically required in what spaces? (A) outdoors, crawl spaces and unfinished basements (B) all of the these (C) residential bathrooms, garages and kitchen and utility room countertop receptacles within 6' (1.8 m) of the outside edge of a wet bar (D) kitchen and laundry countertop receptacles within 6' (1.8 m) of the outside edge of a wet bar

(B) all of the these

What type of scale is the following? ![]() (A) ASNI scale (B) engineer scale (C) metric scale (D) graphic scale

(D) graphic scale

Why is the mean radiant temperature an important factor in cold rooms or in the winter? (A) because clothing acts an an insulator, moderating the effects of conduction, convection and radiation (B) because as the air temperature increases, the body loses more heat through radiation (C) because as the air temperature decreases, the body loses more heat through radiation than by evaporation. (D) because clothing acts an an insulator, moderating the effects of conduction, convection and radiation

Which of the following would be used to improve the acoustical properties of a wall by isolating the wallboard from rigid attachment to the framing? (A) hat shaped furring channels (B) wood furring strips (C) insulation (D) resilient channels

(D) resilient channels

Which of the following process drawing would a designer use to graphically illustrate spacial relationships, and the adjacencies noted in the adjacency matrix? (A) bubble diagram (B) space plan (C) none of these (D) stacking diagram

(A) bubble diagram

In which type of drawing would you never find furniture? (A) parti drawing (B) proto-type sketch (C) section (D) a reflected ceiling plan

(D) a reflected ceiling plan

Which of the following is NOT true about FF&E warranties and manuals? (A) warranties are related to the quality, fitness, and purpose or title of products or equipment (B) commercial clients typically have designer create maintenance schedules that inform the company workers how to clean, wax, vacuum, remove stains from and maintain the furniture, fabrics, and architectural finishes (C) warranties can become null and void if the maintenance, use and care instructions have not been followed (D) formal maintenance schedules are always part of the contracted design services when the designer acts as the seller of goods

(D) formal maintenance schedules are always part of the contracted design services when the designer acts as the seller of goods

Which of the following is NOT true about barrier- free doorways? (A) the opening force required to push or pull open an interior hinged door cannot be more than 5 ft-lbf (B) the maximum depth of a doorway that is 32" (815 mm) wide is 18" (455 mm) (C) thresholds at doorways cannot exceed 1/2" (13 mm) in height and must be beveled so no slope of the threshold is greater than 1:2 (D) a door must have a minimum clear open width of 32" (815 mm) when opened at 90 degrees

(B) the maximum depth of a doorway that is 32" (815 mm) wide is 18" (455 mm)

Animal dander, pollen and insects are? (A) often do not irritate those occupants who suffer from allergies (B) key contributors to building related illness (C) three of the nine common biological contaminants often found in buildings (D) contribute to chemical contaminants from outdoor sources

All of the following are true about a 2 1/2 in (64mm) steel studs except? (A) are used for high partitions or where structural considerations are important (B) sufficient for normal ceiling heights (C) allows enough room for electrical boxes and small small pipes (D) most commonly used size stud

(A) are used for high partitions or where structural considerations are important

All of the following are true about reflected ceiling plans except? (A) should be drawn at the same scale as the construction plan (B) shows ceiling materials (C) shows power sources and outlets (D) shows partitions that extend to the ceiling and those that extend through the ceiling

What product is the result of slicing readily available, fast growing trees into veneers, dyeing the veneers, and then gluing them together to create an artificial log, which is then re-sliced to produce a variety of wood veneers? (A) balance match wood veneer (B) engineered wood veneer (C) panel wood veneer (D) composite wood veneer

(D) composite wood veneer

Which of the following lighting strategies would provide the most significant energy savings and benefit occupants psychologically in a commercial space? (A) flexible lighting with individual controls (B) converting all lighting to fluorescent or LEDs (C) an ambient/task lighting system (D) daylighting

(D) daylighting

In regards to barrier free/ universal design all of the following are true about ramps except? (A) a ramp may not have a slope greater than 1:12 (B) a 1:10 slope is permitted if the maximum rise does not exceed 6" (150 mm) (C) a ramp must have a minimum clear width of 42" (1060 mm) (D) ramps with rises greater than 6 in (150 mm) or lengths greater than 72 in (1830 mm) must have handrails mounted on both sides with the top of the handrail mounted at 34 in to 38 in (865 mm to 965 mm) above the ramp surface

Which of the following tasks are the responsibility of the designer when completing a site analysis? (A) walking through, measuring, photographing and determining views from the space (B) all of these (C) for commercial design, verifying the capacities of the HVAC and electrical systems to handle new occupancies (D) analyzing codes and regulations that pertain to the project, determining sustainability requirements and goals for the project

(B) all of these

You are designing a custom glass shower enclosure in a high end residential project, which of the following types of glass would be an appropriate choice for this project? (A) patterned glass that has passed the testing requirements of 16CFR 1201, Category II (B) floating glass (C) laminated glass that has passed the testing requirements of 16CFR 1201, Category II (D) tempered or laminated glass that has passed the testing requirements of 16CFR 1201, Category II

(D) tempered or laminated glass that has passed the testing requirements of 16CFR 1201, Category II

Which of the following would be the best choice for a brightly multi colored carpet to be used in a high traffic daycare center project that has a moderate budget and is concerned with staining and cleaning of the flooring? (A) silk (B) sisal (C) olefin (D) nylon

(D) nylon

All of the following are components of the programming report except? (A) code requirements (B) programming concepts (C) space adjacencies (D) design concept

(D) design concept

In regards to behavioral settings personalization is? (A) is seen as a way to communicate status (B) one of the ways territoriality manifests itself (C) happens only in a work setting (D) encourages group interaction

(B) one of the ways territoriality manifests itself

You have been given the task of creating a community space that encourages a feeling of equity and fairness and encourages cooperation among the users, which of the following would help you reach that goal (A) specify a combination of rectangular tables and casual informal seating (B) create a focal point at the front of the room with a raised platform for the speaker and incorporate theater style seating for the audience (C) specify casual informal seating (D) specify round tables

(D) specify round tables

Which of the following door hardware is required on fire rated doors? (A) pile seal and astragal (B) closer and panic bar (C) closer (D) astragal

While renovating an older commercial building it is suspected that the existing textured ceiling contains asbestos,which of the following would be the best option in dealing with the ceiling? Note none of the ceiling material is friable or airborne, but is instead completely intact. (A) nothing, per the EPA and OSHA the undisturbed asbestos can be left in place because it does not pose a health risk (B) have asbestos removed by a licensed contractor certified for this type of work (C) any of these choices would be an option (D) encapsulate the asbestos to protect if from becoming friable or from accidental damage

(B) have asbestos removed by a licensed contractor certified for this type of work

If you were designing a residence for a wealthy Japanese client who recently moved from Japan to the US, which of the following would be a major consideration in the space planning and design solution? (A) the language barrier (B) proxemics (C) anthropometrics (D) territoriality

(B) proxemics

Which of the following separately tests the individual components (fillings and fabrics) of upholstered furniture for resistance to cigarette and flame ignition? (A) Cal Tab 116 (B) Cal TB 117 (C) Cal TB 117 and NFPA 260 (D) NFPA 261

When an office lease space only occupies a portion of the floor, which area measurement includes a proportionate share of the elevator lobby, public corridor, rest rooms and mechanical rooms? (A) useable area (B) gross area (C) net area (D) rentable area

(D) rentable area

Which of the following is the LEAST effective for maximizing indoor air quality? (A) specifying materials with no or low vocs (B) planning separate rooms for large copiers (C) conducting a post occupancy evaluation (D) building commissioning

Which of the following would not be a primary consideration when choosing a light source? (A) ability to control output from a luminaire (B) operating life cost (C) aesthetics (D) color rendition

You have been assigned the task of measuring a large church with a school and living quarters attached to the sanctuary, which measuring method would be the most accurate when measuring this large, complex interior? (A) reflectorless electronic distance measurement (REDM) (B) hand held electronic distance measurement (EDM) (C) orthophotography (D) laser scanning

(D) laser scanning

Ergonomics is best described as? (A) the interrelated observations and theories about how people use space as a specialized elaboration of culture. (B) the correctness of fit between objects and spaces and the needs of the people using those objects and spaces (C) the study of the relationship between human physiology and the physical environment (D) deals with the issues of spacing between people, territoriality, organization of space, and positioning of people in space, all relative to the culture, which they are a part of

A programmatic concept is? (A) both of these (B) a designer's abstract ideas about how to solve a performance problem (C) physical solutions to the client's problems (D) neither of these

(B) a designer's abstract ideas about how to solve a performance problem

Which common structural system would typically be found in a one story or low -rise building with wide column spacing and would allow for mechanical and electrical service ducts, pipes and conduit to be easily run between the members? (A) flat plate constuction (B) double tee (C) open-web joist system (D) single tee

All of the following are true about layering except? (A) is the system of placing particular information on separate levels in a CAD system (B) allows for all the building information to be in one model (C) allow information to be shown or hidden (D) the AIA has a published layering system that is used my many firms

(B) allows for all the building information to be in one model

Which type of construction drawing shows what existing construction is to stay and what is to be removed? (A) floor plan (B) demolition plan (C) as-built plan (D) detail drawing

(B) demolition plan

Which scenario is best suited to hand measuring? (A) residential design projects (B) none of these (C) measuring spaces of moderate size and complexity (D) when the designer has pre existing drawings for the building in which the designed interior space will be located

When square footage needs have not been pre determined or pre defined, how can the needs can be determined? (A) by an object or piece of equipment (B) by the number of people that must be accommodated (C) by all of these (D) by a specific activity that has its own clearly specified space needs

To avoid conflicting requirements, duplication, omissions and errors what must the specifications be checked against? (A) bid requirements (B) construction documents (C) change directives (D) transmitals

(B) construction documents

Which of the following types of drawings might be used to illustrate a detail? (A) large scale partial elevation, section, perspective (B) section, large scale building cross section, orthographic projection (C) section, isometric view, large-scale plan view (D) detail drawing, section, perspective

s it relates to construction drawings what is used to efficiently communicate large amounts of complex information in a small space? (A) power plan (B) site plan (C) project binders (D) schedules

(D) schedules

The two primary methods of measuring space are based on the standards of what two organizations? (A) BOMA & IFMA (B) BIFMA & IFMA (C) ANSI & IFMA (D) ASHRA & IFMA

(A) BOMA & IFMA

Based on the adjacency matrix box #19 indicates the adjacency relationship between which two spaces? ![]() (A) dining area and hobby area 1 (B) hobby area 1 and kitchen (C) hobby 2 and office (D) hobby area 1 & hobby area 2

(A) dining area and hobby area 1

What device placed in a duct is designed to automatically close when subjected to a certain increase in temperature or with the detection of smoke? (A) ionization detector (B) fire suppression detector (C) fire damper (D) rise of temperature detector

Which diagram is part of the schematic design phase and used to move from verbal and simplified graphic notation toward true scale and the eventual realization of architectural form? (A) floor plan (B) stacking diagram (C) block plan (D) adjacency matrix

Which of the following fabrics would be the poorest choice to use for sofa upholstery in a sun room? (A) wool (B) nylon (C) rayon (D) polyester

If your goal was to create a relaxed and casual environment, which of the following would you not use? (A) symmetrical balance (B) curved lines (C) horizontal lines (D) occult balance

(A) symmetrical balance

If frequently changing lamps (light bulbs) was a concern for a particular project, which type of light source would be the best to specify? (A) tungsten-halogen (B) LED (C) compact fluorescent (D) fluorescent T5

(B) LED

All of the following are true about pictogram signage except? (A) signs must have a nonglare finish (B) equivalent verbal description must be placed directly below the pictogram (C) characters and symbols must contrast with their background (D) signs must be at least 12" (300 mm) wide

(D) signs must be at least 12" (300 mm) wide

What is the purpose of a plumbing trap? (A) carries wastes other than human waste (B) prevents waste from the sewage system from backing up into the building (C) to prevent gases from the sewage system from entering the building (D) ows built up sewage gases to escape to the outside

Which drawing would an interior designer create to document the lighting system to include the location of all light fixtures specified? (A) reflected ceiling plan (B) furniture Plan (C) detail drawing (D) electrical Plan

(A) reflected ceiling plan

According to standard drawing convention in what sequence would a set of construction drawings produced by an interior designer be organized? (A) title and index sheet, floor plans, reflected ceiling plans, elevations, details, mechanical drawings, electrical drawings, fire protection drawings (B) title and index sheet, floor plans, reflected ceiling plan, electrical, mechanical, fire protection, elevations and details (C) title and index sheet, architectural, interiors, mechanical, electrical, structural, plumbing, fire protection (D) title and index sheet, fire protection drawings, mechanical, electrical, floor plans, reflected ceiling plans, elevations, details,

(A) title and index sheet, floor plans, reflected ceiling plans, elevations, details, mechanical drawings, electrical drawings, fire protection drawings

When working on a complex remodeling project what plan does a contractor need before partitions can be removed? (A) demolition plan (B) electrical plan (C) floor plan (D) detailed space plan

(A) demolition plan

You have been contracted to design a member's only club for a prestigious and established fraternal organization. The client has indicated that they want the space to exude a formal and traditional feel and would like to incorporate a lot of mahogany wood work. When planning the space what must you consider in regards to the client's request? (A) suggest the client select an alternative composite material that is rapidly renewable and or sustainable (B) inform the client that mahogany is an endangered species and explain that you must use an alternative readily available wood, which can be stained to resemble mahogany (C) ensure that no more 10% of a wall or ceiling area is composed of combustible trim (D) add 2 additional sprinklers for every 10% of combustible material used in the space

What is the commonly used measure of a flooring material's slip resistance? (A) the coefficient of friction (B) finish safety coefficient (C) CFC (D) slip resistance index

(A) the coefficient of friction

In which building type are fire-resistive construction requirements likely to be the MOST restrictive? (A) Type II (B) Type III (C) Type I (D) Type III & IV

Which of the following hazardous materials does not have to be abated by a certified contractor? (A) none - all hazardous materials must be abated by a certified contractor (B) asbestos (C) radon (D) vermiculite

Bubble diagrams are part of which design phase? (A) schematic design (B) programming (C) pre- design (D) design developmment wrong

(A) schematic design

Which of the following terms refers to materials generated in manufacturing processes that have been recovered or diverted from solid waste? (A) embodied energy (B) pre industrial materials (C) pre consumer materials (D) renewable materials

Which of the following is the most important consideration when selecting drapery for public residential application? (A) style (B) flammability (C) durability (D) fading resistance

(B) flammability

Which of the following items would not be considered a dead load? (A) furniture (B) interior walls (C) floors (D) beams

(A) furniture

The five common hazardous materials found in existing buildings are (A) asbestos, bacteria, dust, lead and radon (B) asbestos, lead, intumescent, PCBS and radon (C) asbestos, lead, PCBS, radon and vermiculite (D) asbestos, vermiculite, radon, lead and cleaning chemicals

How can an interior designer control the acoustic quality of a room? (A) selection of finishes (B) through space planning (C) design of ceilings (D) all of these

(D) all of these

Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the owner during installation? (A) reject any work that is damaged or does not conform to the contract documents (B) a clear route free of obstacles from the point of delivery to installation (C) provide security against loss or damage to the furniture and fixtures stored at the site between the dates of delivery and final acceptance by owner (D) assist with the correct placement of the furniture according to the contract documents

(D) assist with the correct placement of the furniture according to the contract documents

In regards to stairs a flight is? (A) a change in elevation having two or more risers (B) a series of two or more risers between one floor or landing and the next (C) the portion of egress achieving a change in elevation by means of a single riser (D) the flat portion immediately adjacent to either the bottom or top of the staircase

(B) a series of two or more risers between one floor or landing and the next

How much fabric width is required to create drapery with a fullness of 150%? (A) 2.5 times the finished fabric width (B) 4.5 times the finished fabric width (C) 2 times the finished fabric width (D) 4 times the finished fabric width

(A) 2.5 times the finished fabric width

Which of the following would best be communicated using an elevation drawing? (A) partitions that extend to the ceiling and those that extend through the ceiling wrongthe location of furniture (B) the finishes of wall surfaces,vertical dimensions, openings in walls, built-in (C) the arrangement of wall art (D) items and the location of switches, thermostats and other wall mounted equipment

(B) the finishes of wall surfaces,vertical dimensions, openings in walls, built-in

Which of the following would NOT be a strategy that a designer could use to reduce energy consumption? (A) specify high reflective finishes (B) control ventilation (C) ensure that all building systems have been inspected, tested, started, adjusted, verified and documented that they are operating as intended and meet the design criteria prior to occupancy (D) avoid the use of CFC based refrigerants in tenant spaces

(B) control ventilation

Which of the following tools/techniques would provide the dimensions needed to create a three dimensional drawing and produce a photographic record? (A) rectified phtotography (B) REDM - reflectorless electronic distance measurement (C) EDM - electronic distance measurement (D) stereophotogrammetry

(D) stereophotogrammetry

This system is divided into the following three parts: General\Products\Execution? (A) Guide specifications (B) CSI MasterFormat (C) Master specifications (D) CPM system

(B) CSI MasterFormat

which of the following covers labeling programs and specifies the procedures and principles that third-party certifiers, or ecolabelers must follow? (A) ISO 14020 (B) ISO14024 (C) Ashrae Standard 62 (D) Ashrae/IESNA Standard 90.1

(B) ISO14024

If you were looking for an inexpensive, compact light source that could easily be dimmed and produced a warm color renditions to be use in a dining room chandelier, which of the following would be your best choice? (A) incandescent lamp (bulb) (B) fluorescent lamp (bulb) (C) high intensity discharge (HID) (D) halogen lamp (bulb)

(A) incandescent lamp (bulb)

Which of the following partition materials is least specified by interior designers? (A) lath and plaster (B) glass reinforced gypsum wall board (C) green board (D) masonry

(D) masonry

When it comes to installation of the final FF&E which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the client? (A) insure that route is free of other trades that might impeded the installation contractor (B) any costs incurred by the contractor due to the owner's failure to conform to the schedule or due to other delays caused by the owner (C) security against loss or damage to the furniture and fixtures stored at the site between the dates of delivery and final acceptance by the owner (D) secure and post the certificate of occupancy

(D) secure and post the certificate of occupancy

On an HVAC plan what is represented by the following symbol? ![]() (A) supply air diffuser (B) supply air duct (C) return air grille (D) AHU access panel

Suzie is selecting the upholstery & window treatment fabrics for a hotel lobby design, which of the following standards would NOT be a consideration for the fabric's flammability? (A) NFPA 257 (B) Vertical Ignition Test (C) Cigarette Ignition Resistance Test of Furniture components (D) NFPA 266

(A) NFPA 257

In a fully sprinklered building how many sprinklers are required in a room that measures 35 ft (1067 cm) x 45 ft (1372cm)? (A) 8 (B) 10 (C) 9 (D) 16

C) 9

The ability of a previously used material to be used as a a resource in the manufacture of a new product is? (A) coproduction (B) recyclability (C) material recovery (D) biodegradability

(B) recyclability

what is the occupancy load of a 2600 (242 m2) sq ft office suite that has an occupancy load factor of 100? (A) 260 (B) 26 (C) 104 (D) 52

(B) 26

In a larger set of construction drawings,which drawing number would indicate a plumbing drawing? (A) A2 (B) E2 (C) M2 (D) S2

Which of the following are not elements of design? (A) color, texture, pattern and light (B) color, texture, pattern and rhythm (C) color, texture, line and shape (D) form, color, texture and pattern

(B) color, texture, pattern and rhythm

Which of the following in untrue about Gestalt Psychology? (A) founded in Germany in the early part of the 20th century by Max Wertheimer (B) holds that human behavior attempts to lay claim to space and give a sense of self-identity (C) holds that humans innately perceive things as a whole so that what is perceived is complete and comprehensible (D) explains the phenonmenon known as simultaneous contrast with color, in which the same color appears to change depending on the background color it is seen against

(B) holds that human behavior attempts to lay claim to space and give a sense of self-identity

The following symbol is used to indicate? ![]() (A) detail reference mark (B) service counter elevation (C) elevation reference mark (D) section reference mark

(D) section reference mark

Which type of specification is a statement setting criteria and results required for the item being specified? (A) performance specification (B) prescriptive specification (C) reference standard specification (D) descriptive specication

(A) performance specification

According to the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) all of the following are true about FOB Factory except? (A) the manufacturer is responsible for the loss or damage during shipping (B) title passes to the buyer after the goods are consigned at the factory (C) buyer owns furniture once it leaves factory (D) buyer pays transportation costs

(A) the manufacturer is responsible for the loss or damage during shipping

What is the typical term used to describe the furniture sales agreement between the client and interior designer? (A) bill of ladel (B) proposal (C) purchase order (D) acknowledgment

(B) proposal

This drawing symbol indicates? ![]() (A) telephone, wall mounted (B) wall mounted data communication (C) wall mounted light (D) exit light, wall mounted

(D) exit light, wall mounted

When collecting information during programming all of the following are true about using "observation" except? (A) observations can lead to assumptions about why people are doing things in a particular way (B) provides the opportunity for extemporaneous exploration of needs and ideas of the user not previously considered (C) can be more effective than listening to what people have to say. (D) observation is best used to verify information gathered in interviews or questionnaires

(B) provides the opportunity for extemporaneous exploration of needs and ideas of the user not previously considered

Which of the following is the easiest and least expensive type of construction to enclose a 1-hour rated corridor? (A) two layers of 1/2 in (13mm) Type X gypsum wallboard on 2 1/2 in (64 mm) metal studs (B) 5/8 (16mm) Type X-gypsum wallboard on 3 5/8 in (92 mm) metal studs (C) 3/4" (19mm) gypsum wallboard on 3 5/8 in (92mm) metal studs (D) 1/2 in (13mm) Type X gypsum wallboard on 3 5/8 in (92mm) metal studs

(B) 5/8 (16mm) Type X-gypsum wallboard on 3 5/8 in (92 mm) metal studs

What would a designer request from the contractor to learn about product safety information to include the health effects of a material, first aid, safe storage, disposal guidelines, protective equipment required for handling and procedures for handling leaks and spills? (A) Osha safety data sheet (B) materials safety data sheet (C) manufacturers' safety data sheet (D) manufacturers' safety report

(B) materials safety data sheet

Which of the following is used to determine the number of exits required in a space? (A) the occupant load factor (B) occupancy type (C) occupant load and occupancy of a space (D) if building is sprinklered or non sprinklered

When would a designer determine if the building owner or client are interested in applying for a LEED rating for their project? (A) during the schematic design phase (B) during the site analysis or programming phase (C) during pre-contract (D) during design development

(B) during the site analysis or programming phase

The 4 broad categories of window treatments are? (A) shades, blinds, decorative panels and fixed coverings (B) shades, blinds, soft coverings, fixed coverings (C) shades, decorative panels, operable and fixed coverings (D) operable, motorized, shades and blinds

(B) shades, blinds, soft coverings, fixed coverings

Which of the following would NOT be a strategy that a designer could use to reduce energy consumption? (A) complete the building commissioning process (B) control ventilation (C) specify high reflective finishes (D) avoid the use of CFC based refrigerants in tenant spaces

(B) control ventilation

If you wanted to determine the abrasion resistance of a woven textile which test would be appropriate? (A) Taber abrasion test (B) Wyzenbeck abrasion resistance test (C) ANSI/BIRMA X5.1 (D) Crocking resistance test

(B) Wyzenbeck abrasion resistance test

(A) 1976

Interior designer Kelly wants to get the best price for the hardwood flooring she is specifying, but doesn't want to sacrifice the quality of the material which of the following specifications would be the best for her to write in order to achieve both goals? (A) prescriptive specification (B) proprietary specification (C) master specification (D) base-bid specification with "approved equal" language

(D) base-bid specification with "approved equal" language

Which of the following tasks are the responsibility of the designer when completing a site analysis? (A) walking through, measuring, photographing and determining views from the space (B) for commercial design, verifying the capacities of the HVAC and electrical systems to handle new occupancies (C) analyzing codes and regulations that pertain to the project, determining sustainability requirements and goals for the project (D) all of these

(D) all of these

When determining a client's furniture and equipment needs a designer will do all of the following except? (A) determine what furniture and equipment will be re used in the new project (B) have the client create a list of all the furniture and equipment that they would like to re use in the new project (C) discuss the project budget (D) inventory existing furniture and equipment

(B) have the client create a list of all the furniture and equipment that they would like to re use in the new project

which of the following covers labeling programs and specifies the procedures and principles that third-party certifiers, or ecolabelers must follow? (A) Ashrae Standard 62 (B) ISO 14020 (C) ISO14024 (D) Ashrae/IESNA Standard 90.1

What is the typical term used to describe the furniture sales agreement between the client and interior designer? (A) purchase order (B) bill of ladel (C) acknowledgment (D) proposal

(D) proposal

According to the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) all of the following are true about FOB Factory except? (A) buyer pays transportation costs (B) title passes to the buyer after the goods are consigned at the factory (C) the manufacturer is responsible for the loss or damage during shipping (D) buyer owns furniture once it leaves factory

Snow on a building's room top is an example of? (A) reason for a slip joint (B) live load (C) lateral load (D) dynamic load

(B) live load

to create the most concise specifications with the least amount of text a designer should do the following? (A) avoid the use of extemporaneousness words such as "a", "all" and "the" (B) use reference standard specifications (C) use descriptive specifications (D) use a specification writing software

(B) use reference standard specifications

For an interior design project, which of the following involves verifying and ensuring that the building elements are designed, installed and calibrated to operate as intended for the tenant's scope of work? (A) post occupancy evaluation (B) mechanical calibration (C) building commissioning (D) mechanical evaluation

Which of the following fabrics would be the poorest choice to use for sofa upholstery in a sun room? (A) nylon (B) polyester (C) rayon (D) wool

If two people are seated at a rectangular table with one person at each end this indicates what type of relationship/interaction between the two people? (A) casual (B) competition (C) intimacy (D) avoidance wrong

(B) competition

This system is divided into the following three parts: General\Products\Execution? (A) CPM system (B) Guide specifications (C) CSI MasterFormat (D) Master specifications

If a designer was remodeling a building that was classified as TYPE V construction what would be their biggest consideration? (A) the occupancy group (B) None of these a TYPE V building can be as high and large a needed as it is the most fire resisitive (C) the final proposed height of the building (D) the final proposed square footage and height of the building

(D) the final proposed square footage and height of the building

One of the most common lighting problems in traditional drafting rooms is? (A) excessive brightness ratio (B) excessive heat from task lighting (C) veiling glare (D) eye strain

Window treatments are used for all of the following functional purposes except? (A) control light (B) reduce sound reflections within a space (C) provide privacy (D) unify or disguise an awkward or undesirable grouping of openings

(D) unify or disguise an awkward or undesirable grouping of openings

In regards to plumbing all of the following are true about vents except? (A) allow built up sewage gases to escape (B) designed to catch and hold a quantity of water to provide a seal that prevents gases from the sewage system from entering the building (C) vents are pipes connected to the drainage system at various locations (D) traps are connected to vents

(B) designed to catch and hold a quantity of water to provide a seal that prevents gases from the sewage system from entering the building

You are working on a project that requires a variety of uniquely shaped decorative columns and molding to be incorporated into the space, which of the following materials would be the best and most economical choice to use for these elements? (A) styrofoam (B) lath and plaster (C) acrylic (D) glass-reinforced gypsum

(D) glass-reinforced gypsum

When selecting classroom desks for an elementary school what should a designer consider in order of importance? (A) flammability, cost, comfort (B) durability, cost, design (C) quality, flammability, comfort (D) flammability, durability, comfort

(B) durability, cost, design

A designer can control the acoustic quality of a room with the following? (A) all of these (B) space planning (C) wall construction with a low STC rating (D) incorporating white noise into the design solution

(B) space planning

All of the following is true about gypsum wallboard except? (A) the main source of synthetic gypsum in North America is flue-gas desulfurization (B) recylced paper has been used to manufacturer the surface of the wallboard since the 1950s (C) some manufacturers are mixing newspaper with gypsum as the core material to produce a product that is more rigid than standard wallboard (D) 70% of the industry's total use of gypsum is synthetic gypsum

(D) 70% of the industry's total use of gypsum is synthetic gypsum

When collecting information during programming all of the following are true about using "observation" except? (A) can be more effective than listening to what people have to say. (B) observation is best used to verify information gathered in interviews or questionnaires (C) provides the opportunity for extemporaneous exploration of needs and ideas of the user not previously considered (D) observations can lead to assumptions about why people are doing things in a particular way

If a material does not ignite and burn it is considered to be? (A) fire rated (B) noncombustible (C) flame resistant (D) fire resistant

(B) noncombustible

Placing emphasis on providing simple, rationale solutions to design problems without extraneous decoration is known as? (A) modernism (B) functionalism (C) research and evidence based design (D) minimalism

(B) functionalism

What would a designer request from the contractor to learn about product safety information to include the health effects of a material, first aid, safe storage, disposal guidelines, protective equipment required for handling and procedures for handling leaks and spills? (A) Osha safety data sheet (B) manufacturers' cut sheet (C) materials safety data sheet (D) manufacturers' safety data sheet

Creating an inventory of existing furniture and equipment that will be reused in a project is typically done at what point? (A) during the client interview (B) during the contract administration phase (C) during the pre design phase (D) during the site analysis

(D) during the site analysis

All of the following are true about a design concept except? (A) are a broad approach that leaves some flexibility in the details of the design (B) should be used to proceed with detailed space planning and material selections that will be presented to client. (C) can be made in 1 to 4 sentences (D) specify particular physical responses

(B) should be used to proceed with detailed space planning and material selections that will be presented to client.

How much fabric width is required to create drapery with a fullness of 150%? (A) 2.5 times the finished fabric width (B) 3 times the finished fabric width (C) 4.5 times the finished fabric width (D) 2 times the finished fabric width

(A) 2.5 times the finished fabric width

What is the efficiency factor of a single leased space? (A) the ratio of the net area or net assignable area to the usable area (B) the amount of floor area needed by one person to function in the space (C) the rentable area divided by the useable area (D) the space required to accommodate the tenant's specific functions

(A) the ratio of the net area or net assignable area to the usable area

Which of the following tasks are the responsibility of the designer when completing a site analysis? (A) for commercial design, verifying the capacities of the HVAC and electrical systems to handle new occupancies (B)walking through, measuring, photographing and determining views from the space (C) all of these (D) analyzing codes and regulations that pertain to the project, determining sustainability requirements and goals for the project

All of the following are true above hollow metal doors except? (A) flush, sash and louvered are the three most common types of metal doors (B) are seldom used for commercial construction (C) are durable (D) are fire resistive

(B) are seldom used for commercial construction

Which would be the best type of specification to use if a designer is looking for the most economical carpeting that is durable and meets the following testing standards, ASTM E-648, ASTM E-662? (A) reference specification (B) proprietary specification (C) Master specification (D) performance specification

(D) performance specification

Which of the following is not part of interior design delivery service? (A) unpacking and uncartoning goods at job site (B) installation (C) placing merchandise in desired location (D )removal of all cartoning and packaging materials

(B) installation

All of the following are true about a design concept except? (A) specify particular physical responses (B) can be made in 1 to 4 sentences (C) should be used to proceed with detailed space planning and material selections that will be presented to client. (D ) are a broad approach that leaves some flexibility in the details of the design

All of the following are true about layering except? (A) allow information to be shown or hidden (B) allows several drawings to be developed from one computer file of information (C) is the system of placing particular information on separate levels in a CAD system (D ) allows for all the building information to be in one model

(D ) allows for all the building information to be in one model

Doors are classified according to their? (A) hardware (B) construction material (C) method of operation (D ) design

Which of the following would be the correct way to number a fire protection plan in a set of construction drawings for a high rise condominium? (A) 5FP (B) FP 4.1 (C) 5FP4.1 (D ) 5F.1

Per code, ground fault interrupters are typically required in what spaces? (A) residential bathrooms, garages and kitchen and utility room countertop receptacles within 6' (1.8 m) of the outside edge of a wet bar (B) outdoors, crawl spaces and unfinished basements (C) residential and commercial bathrooms and boathouses (D ) all of the these

(D ) all of the these

Placing emphasis on providing simple, rationale solutions to design problems without extraneous decoration is known as? (A) minimalism (B) historic precedent (C) modernism (D ) functionalism

(D ) functionalism

When might a designer use a materials board? (A) to help a client visualize how all of the finishes materials will work together (B) as part of the initial presentation (C) o give the client an initial sense of the material and finish selections the designer has selected (D ) in all of the these scenarios

(D ) in all of the these scenarios

A designer is working on a south Florida restaurant that includes an outdoor eating area. The client would like to be able to create an ambient mood with lighting that can be dimmed, which type of lighting system would best accomplish the client's goals and stay within the 1.5 watt \ sq foot lighting budget? (A) incandescent fixtures on a dimmer (B) adjustable recessed halogen lighting with dimmer (C) high output LED fixtures on dimmer (D) fluorescent fixtures on a dimmer

Bubble diagrams are part of which design phase? (A) schematic design (B) design concepts (C) programming (D) design developmment

(A) schematic design

In regards to plumbing all of the following are true about vents except? (A) required in drainage systems (B) allows pressure in the system to equalize so discharging waste does not create a siphon that would drain the water out of the trap (C) designed to catch and hold a quantity of water to provide a seal that prevents gases from the sewage system from entering the building (D) vents are pipes connected to the drainage system at various locations

(C) designed to catch and hold a quantity of water to provide a seal that prevents gases from the sewage system from entering the building

(D) building commissioning

all of the following organizations certify products as being environmentally sound except which one? (A) Carpet and Rug Institute (B) U.S. Green Building Council (C) Greenguard (D) Green Label Plus

(B) U.S. Green Building Council

What is an expressed warranty? (A) implies that when a merchant sells goods, the seller understands the characteristics of the goods he or she is selling and can thus specify them for proper use (B) promises, claims, descriptions,or affirmations made about a product's performance, quality or condition that form the "basis of the bargain" (C) none of these (D) protects the buyer from loss if he or she unknowingly buys goods with a lien attached

(B) promises, claims, descriptions,or affirmations made about a product's performance, quality or condition that form the "basis of the bargain"

which type of specifications used by most design firms, are pre written specifications that cover nearly all types of products, methods of installation, and other variables that relate to a specific product or construction activity? (A) master specifications and reference sepcifications (B) guide specifications and master specifications (C) guide specifications and reference specifications (D) reference standard specifications

(B) guide specifications and master specifications

Which of the following would NOT be a strategy that a designer could use to reduce energy consumption? (A) avoid the use of CFC based refrigerants in tenant spaces (B) ensure that all building systems have been inspected, tested, started, adjusted, verified and documented that they are operating as intended and meet the design criteria prior to occupancy (C) control ventilation (D) design ambient/task lighting systems

Which of the following is not part of interior design delivery service? (A) simple assembly of goods (B) placing merchandise in desired location (C) unpacking and uncartoning goods at job site (D) installation

(D) installation

Who is responsible for the inspection of furniture delivered and final inspection of furniture installed and when does it constitute acceptance of or taking charge or control over the furniture? (A) the receiving warehouse upon delivery to client (B) the designer, upon delivery of furniture (C) the receiving warehouse upon delivery of furniture to warehouse (D) the owner, upon final written acceptance

(D) the owner, upon final written acceptance

Which of the following tools/techniques would provide the dimensions needed to create a three dimensional drawing and produce a photographic record? (A) stereophotogrammetry (B) photogrammetry (C) EDM - electronic distance measurement (D) rectified phtotography

(A) stereophotogrammetry

What are the three systems used for standard size drafting sheets? (A) Architectural, ANSI, BOMA (B) **ISO, BOMA, Architectural** (C) ISO, ANSI, Architectural (D) Architectural, CAD, BIM

Which of the following existing conditions does not influence the space plan of an interior design project? (A) ornate millwork (B) an undesirable view (C) project budget (D) location of plumbing

Placing emphasis on providing simple, rationale solutions to design problems without extraneous decoration is known as? (A) minimalism (B) research and evidence based design (C) modernism (D) functionalism

(D) functionalism

In a successful presentation all of the following happen except? (A) the designer should use a lot of visuals and graphics to help the client understand the design concepts and ideas (B) should be a give and take of questions, discussions, input, and answers between the designer and client (C) requires the exchange of information between client and designer (D) the designer should ask clarifying questions

(A) the designer should use a lot of visuals and graphics to help the client understand the design concepts and ideas

Political conditions, economic conditions, cultural attitudes, symbolism and regionalism are all? (A) the tenants upon which the Maslow Theory of Hierarchy of Needs is based (B) physiological and social influences (C) social and cultural beliefs that often influence interior design (D) none of these

If a designer is completing a project in a leased space, which of the following constraints might affect their design options? (A) all of these (B) availability of the mechanical and electrical systems including availability for after hours use and special equipment (C) limitations on the design of the main entrance to the leased space (D) hours that the building is opened to the public

(A) all of these

When selecting classroom desks for an elementary school what should a designer consider in order of importance? (A) flammability, cost, comfort (B) flammability, durability, comfort (C) cost, design, comfort (D) durability, cost, design

(D) durability, cost, design

Which of the following tells a designer how many seats in a restaurant must allow for wheelchair access? (A) Code of Federal Regulations (B) scoping provisions (C) ADA Accessibility Guidelines (D) local city regulations issued by the AHJ

(B) scoping provisions

Which of the following structural systems could small ductwork MOST easily be placed within? (A) flat plate concrete (B) beam and girder steel (C) waffle slab (D) twin T concrete

(A) flat plate concrete