IDPX Flashcards
(192 cards)
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Dave is always getting a sore neck and his wrist is sore after he’s been working on his computer all day long. He wants to make sure the ergonomics are correct when the remodeling takes place. Ergonomics is concerned with?
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Designing to meet the needs of body mechanics.
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Which of the following is the description of the Crocking Resistance Test?
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Tests Color transfer from fabrics through rubbing.
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The method by which a designer can have the largest selection of real wood patterns for a design project is through which of the following?
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Veneers
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What is amperage?
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The amount of electrical energy flowing through an appliance at any given time. Amperage is the strength of an electrical current, measured in amperes.
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What is the BEST choice for a Kitchen Sink when being used by a person in a wheelchair when only one sink is in the space?
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An open below sink that is covered by a plumbing shield and the sink is 34 inches high.
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The clients live in a dry part of the country and are going to be building a new home in a tropical location. They have asked their local designer to design their new homes interiors. The designer needs to specify the kitchen cabinets that will work for the environment. Which of the following are the best choices?
A. Five piece oak door with miter joints, full overlay door, and European style box
B. Solid flat maple doors, face frame style box
C. Mahogany Veneer over composite full overlay door, and European style box
D. Cherry wood five piece inset door, face frame style box
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C. Mahogany Veneer over composite full overlay door, and European style box
The solid wood doors will warp in the humid air, the inset doors will expand in the humid air and not open properly, the miter joints can open in the humid air. The veneer over the composite material is a stable door in a more humid climate.
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The owners are complaining about the noise in their restaurant and want to avoid some of the problems in the new renovation. Which of the following items can add greatly to the noise? A. Leather booths B. Wood tables C. Tile floors D. Ceiling tiles
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C. Hard surfaces such as tile floors not only reflect noise but can add greatly to it.
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Some Kitchen cabinets can have strong VOC’s and can outgas for a long time. A designer can reduce the VOC’s by specifying three of the following. Which answer is NOT correct?
A. Specify that all particle board is wrapped in laminate even the edges in the cabinets.
B. Specify cabinets that are made out of wheat straw.
C. Specify cabinets that are made with fiberboard with standard glues.
D. Specify cabinets that are made with formaldehyde-free glues.
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C. Specify cabinets that are made with fiberboard with standard glues.
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What is the definition of millwork?
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Ready-made products that are manufactured a woodworking plant or mill.
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Which of the following is not true of handrails on a ramp that has a rise of 7” and horizontal projection of 84”
A. Gripping surfaces shall be continuous.
B. Top of handrail gripping surfaces shall be mounted between 30 inches and 36 inches above ramp surfaces
C. It shall have handrails on both sides
D. Handrails shall not rotate within their fittings.
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B. Gripping surfaces shall be mounted between 34 inches & 38 inches.
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What are three disadvantages of low-voltage lighting?
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Hum, Voltage Drop, Limited Wattage
12
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The ABC Design Firm states their contract only includes the Interior Finishes. What does interior finish not include? A. Paneling B. Baseboards C. Ceiling finish D. Acoustical correction
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B. Baseboards
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The design coordinator for the new law offices requested to have pieces of the wood finish for the tables ordered for the conference room. The client wanted to make sure the tables ordered match the wainscot paneling in the same room. The vender provided the stain along with wood pieces for other desks on the office plan. As a group these are referred to as _____________?
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Submittals
Venders may have to provide other types of submittals such as updates to designer/client on delivery schedule. In some cases it could be a mockup of the product they are providing or construction features.
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What is the purpose of subflooring?
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It is the structural material that spans across floor joists, and a base for finished flooring.
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American Disability Act requires certain standards are made for those that are sight impaired when using an elevator. Which of the following are some of those standards?
A. The keypad has color contrasted from elevator cab, flooring finish change at entrance, lighting contrast in cab to designate floors.
B. A sign on both door jams on every floor and in raised Braille and raised letters, emergency intercom identified by Braille and raised letters.
C. Voice activation for each floor, textured surface for each floor button.
D. A Elevator service person available on request to aid those sight impaired.
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B. A sign on both door jams on every floor and in raised Braille and raised letters, emergency intercom identified by Braille and raised letters.
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Which of the following statements is correct when talking about the temperature in lighting?
A. The lower the number in degrees in Kelvin indicates a cooler number and the higher the number the warmer the color.
B. The temperature of the lamp is measured in the output of the heat it produces.
C. The lower the number in degrees of Kelvin indicates a warmer color and the higher the number in degrees indicates a cooler color.
D. Lighting color is not measured in temperature but is measured in watts of the bulb and type of lamp.
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C. The lower the number in degrees of Kelvin indicates a warmer color and the higher the number in degrees indicates a cooler color.
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Knowing exists are an important part of interior space planning. Exits include:
A
Exterior exit doors, exit stairs, exit ramps, exit passageways, horizontal exits.
The National Fire Protection Association states the code.
Elevators and escalators cannot be used as an exit in a fire.
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Fabrics are measured in their wear by a double rub test. What test is the measurement for this?
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American Society for Testing and Materials ASTM D4157
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Your client has a lovely view out her 2nd story bathroom window and her neighbors are not able to see in so she wants to put a bathtub in front of a large window that comes down to the tub level. You have to specify which type of window to order to meet the building code.
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A tempered glass or approved equal window
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The Johnsons are remodeling their kitchen. They want the designer to show them cabinets that will be keep within the tight allowance budget the builder has given them. Which cabinet selection below would NOT fit into the budget allowance? A. Full overlay Doors/Drawers B. Inset Flush Door/Drawers C. Reveal Overlay Doors/Drawers D. Lipped Doors/Drawers
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B. Inset Flush Door
The Inset Flush doors/drawers cost more due to their construction. The work to inset the door is precision work and is charged more.
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What is the organization that tests furniture cushions/upholstery for Cigarette Ignition?
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National Fire Protection Association
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Many factors affect the ability of a carpet fiber to withstand crushing and abrasion other than foot traffic. What other factors of the choices listed below contribute to crushing and abrasion?
A. Type of carpet, Humidity, Furniture movement
B. Maintenance, Surface Texture, Density
C. Height of carpet pile, Weight of Furniture, Cleaning chemicals
D. Binding, Atmospheric conditions, Furniture placement
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B. Maintenance, Surface Texture, Density
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You are designing a commercial bathroom with three stalls of wall-mounted toilets. According to the latest ADA standards, at least one of the stalls must have a minimum depth of __ inches of inside clearance.
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56
Commercial ADA-compliant toilet stalls with wall-mounted toilets must have a clearance depth of at least 56 inches. For stalls with floor-mounted toilers, the minimum inside depth is 59 inches, and the minimum inside stall width for both types of toilets is 60 inches.
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Buildings and structures of Types 1 and Type 2 construction are those in which the walls, partitions, floors and ceilings, etc., are constructed of what kind of materials?
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Approved noncombustible materials
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Which of the following are major problems that can result from improper carpet cleaning?
A. Pilling, Funnel Areas, Pooling
B. Track-off Areas, Fiber Loosening, Fading
C. Browning, Fumes, Adhesive Dissolving
D. Fading, Shrinking, Shading
D. Fading, Shrinking, Shading
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Which of the following are characteristic(s) of platform frame construction?
A. stud walls are used with platform framing
B. Post and panel walls are used with platform framing
C. Frame walls are erected on platform framing
D. The most common method of wood frame construction is platform framing
both a & d
| Stud walls are used with platform framing it is the most common method of wood frame construction.
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Which of the following carpets fiber choices is less resistant to stains?
A. Olefin
B. Nylon
C. Acrylics
D. Wool
D. Wool
| Wool is less resistant to stains.
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The knowledge of the elasticity of carpet fibers is important to know if you are going to be designing for a room in which the user is going to be frequently moving the furniture. Which of the following carpet fibers is not the best for rapid recovery from large weighty objects?
A. Wool
B. Acrylics
C. Olefin
D. Nylon
C. Olefin
| Olefin is fair to poor in recovery from weighty objects or long term crushing.
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A condition in carpet fibers that have become knotted with other strands, causing rough spotty areas is called?
Pilling
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The barrier-free unobstructed wall space on the handle side of a door should be:
18 inches to 21 inches
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The customer’s drawings specify windows with an R-Value. What is the best definition of this terminology?
The measurement of heat resistance
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Many commercial carpeting manufacturers agree to meet the LEED Standard for Green Label Plus testing approval as defined by the Carpet and Rug Institute. To meet the Green Label Plus Standard Carpet backing has to meet the off-gassing of VOC’s from carpet adhesive to meet this standard it must be limited to less than ____________ under standard test conditions.
50 grams per liter
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The ________ serves as a temporary haven from the effects of a fire or other emergency.
Area of refuge
34
What is the minimum concrete floor slab thickness when supported on the ground?
The minimum concrete floor slab thickness when supported on the ground is 3 ½ inches.
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Choosing paint finishes is a normal part of most interior designer’s job description. Paint finishes come in varying degrees on the gloss meter. Knowing the gloss factor on a 60 degree gloss meter helps in choosing the paint finish to use in many situations. Which gloss factor represents an Eggshell Finish?
A. 70+
B. 35-70
C. 20-30
D. Less than 15
C. 20 - 30
| The Eggshell Finish falls in the 20 - 30 on a 60 degree gloss meter.
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What is the recommended grab bar height to meet ADA standards when mounted in a horizontal position?
33 inches to 36 inches up from finished floor
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In ADA requirements a door must have a clear width of ______?
32 in
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The design firm is remodeling a well-known Italian restaurant in town. What type of resilient flooring would be the best choice for a commercial kitchen?
A. Sheet Vinyl
B. Rubber Sheeting
C. Cork Flooring
D. 1/8 inch Commercial Vinyl Tile
A. Sheet Vinyl
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Horizontal or vertical members separating the glass surfaces when joining adjacent windows is called
A mullion
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What is the meaning of light layering?
Using the four functions of lighting (task, ambient, accent and decorative) together in other to have a cohesive design.
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The new clothing store wants to make sure their lighting is humanizing. What is meant by humanizing light?
Designing lighting to have people look their best and feel comfortable.
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dB (decibel) is the measurement of ______ .
Sound
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The design firm specifications have a splush finish for the carpeting for a new home. What is a splush finish?
A semi-dense cut pile halfway between a shag and a plush.
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The minimum allowable thickness for a concrete slab is _____ when it is supported directly by the ground.
4 in
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What does not change significantly when you dim a fluorescent fixture?
Color temperature
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When Fire-resistance treatments are applied to wood paneling which of the following is the best method?
A. Applied to the surface to the entire surface is covered to avoid penetration of the core.
B. Applied to the secondary layer to allow the top finish to be painted if necessary.
C. Applied as a core layer so the surface can be finished to the desired effect.
D. Applied through impregnation of the cores and cross bands with waterborne salts.
D. Applied through impregnation of the cores and cross bands with waterborne salts.
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Your client wants to add another bathroom in his home. He has to take space from two closets in two bedrooms to make enough room. He wants a shower, a toilet and a small sink. He does not have room for a tub. What is the minimum shower size you can specify and still meet the code requirement for the interior dimensions of a residential shower?
A. 28" x 30"
B. 36" x 36"
C. 30" x 30"
D. 30" x 60"
C. The minimum code requirement for the interior dimensions of a shower are 30" x 30" or 900 square inches, in which a circle of 30" in diameter must fit. (IRC P 2708.1, ICP 417.4)
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The instrument for measuring atmospheric humidity is called a ________.
The instrument for measuring atmospheric humidity is called a Psychrometer. Mechanical engineers use pshychrometric charts to determine the amount of heat that must be added or removed by the HVAC in a room
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Often times in a high rise a designer has to work around fixed pipes and pipe chases that cannot be moved. One of those pipe systems is often a standpipe. Which of the following is the best description of a standpipe system?
A. A secondary fire-suppression system
B. A dry chemical extinguishing system
C. A standby alarm system
D. Piping and valves for use as a fire protection system
D. Piping and valves for use as a fire protection system
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Stairways serving an occupant load of 50 or more must be at least ___" wide or as wide as determined by multiplying the occupant load by 0.3.
44 in
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An elderly couple are going to remodel their bathroom. They want to plan for the future in the event that one or both may ever find themselves confined to a wheelchair. The depth of the passage inside the bathroom is 21". What is the minimum size of the swinging door you as the designer would specify for the entrance to the space?
36"
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Which of the following statement is true about low voltage lighting?
They can come in very compact sizes.
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Which of the following lamp categories does a halogen lamp fits into?
Incandescent
| A halogen lamp fits into the incandescent lamp category.
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The bank project has run into more expenses on the project than were estimated. What is this called?
Cost overrun
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A type of coating either on glass or over transparent plastic film suspending in the sealed space of insulating glass, transmits the visible light yet reflecting the radiant heat. This type of glass is referred to as?
Low-emissivity (low-e)
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A common compliant in a commercial space is often the noise. A restaurant can be so noisy it chases patrons away or an office can be so noisy other workers find it hard to concentrate. It’s important for a designer to find that balance for the space they are designing. When considering noise control what is the “most important” in designing the space?
A. Ceiling height
B. Shape of the room
C. Occupancy load
D. Surface Materials
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D. Surface materials
| Surface materials are the most important consideration when considering acoustical design considerations.
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Why are vertical joints normally installed in long lengths of masonry walls?
To control cracks in the wall
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The vertical members that support the header in construction are called:
The vertical members that support the header in construction are called Jack Studs. Jack studs are nailed to full studs on each side of the header.
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What type of bathroom sink is best for barrier free design?
The Wall hung sink with shroud is the best type of sink for someone in a wheelchair. The shroud protects the legs from any burns from the hot water pipes and the wall hung sink allows the person in the wheelchair to get close to the sink.
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The design firm notices that a large item on a project has accidently been left off the specifications. The design firm needs to inform bidders of the changes in the contract documents and the contract has not yet been awarded, they should issue:
An Addendum
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The clients have requested to have their tub/shower remodeled. They want new shower valves. The wife has arthritis so she needs handles that will also work for her. What is your recommended tub/shower handle that you specify.
Lever Handle - Pressure Balance Control Valves
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When using sandstone in flooring and it has been cleaved from the original rock it is called?
Flagstone
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A method of estimating is called the stick method and still used by many contractors today even though it’s not as timely on getting a bid out. All of the following are processes of the stick method of estimating except:
A. Each subcontractor is asked to give a price on the exact specification for the job.
B. Standard labor and material costs are established for each item.
C. Each subcontractor reviews the plans and visits the job site.
D. A complete materials list is made for the job.
B. Standard labor and material costs are established for each item.
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When measuring carpeting which of the following should be considered?
A. Type of Carpet, Color, Material Content
B. Seam Placement, Nap Direction, Type of Installation
C. Pattern, Carpet Height, Width of Carpet
D. Stairs, Color, Type of Carpet
B. Seam Placement, Nap Direction, Type of Installation
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Hardwoods: Red Alder, Beech, Birch, Cherry, Maple are all examples of __________grain.
Closed
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The ABC cabinet company has come up with a new product which helps in the production of their cabinetry manufacturing business. They want to protect this new product so it can’t be reproduced the same as theirs and protect their rights. The way to protect this product is by?
Patenting
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What is the expected service life of draperies when doing a life cycle costing ?
5 years
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When considering resilient flooring for a commercial project which choices should be considered first?
Flammability, Light Reflectance, Slipperiness
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Which of the following statements is not true in a bathroom?
A. All receptacles must be protected by ground-fault circuit interrupters.
B. At least one GFCI Protected must be installed within 36" of the outside edge of the lavatory.
C. A receptacle can be installed within a shower or bathtub space if the plug is above 36"
D. Switches shall not be installed within wet locations in tub or shower spaces or within reach unless part of the listed tub assembly.
C. A receptacle can be installed within a shower or bathtub space if the plug is above 36"
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When a designer provides detail drawings what does their purpose serve?
To show the quality of joinery expected.
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What does a reflective ceiling plan include?
Schedule of the fixtures for ceiling
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An older couple wants to retire and decides it would be great to run a small motel. They find an older place and find it is not up to ADA standards. The amount of rooms the motel will have is 32 rooms. How many of those sleeping rooms will be required to be ADA accessible?
A motel with 32 sleeping rooms would be required to have two room be accessible to meet ADA standards.
ADA 9.1.2 Accessible Units, Sleeping Rooms, and Suites.
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A common problem in masonry walls is efflorescence. Which of the following condition/conditions must be present for efflorescence to occur? a. presence of salt in the wall b. extremely low humidity c. exposure to water d. contact of water with salt
A & D
| The presence of salt in the wall, and with the contact of water with the salt efflorescence can occur in masonry walls.
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Test results show carpets provide valuable acoustic qualities in three areas of concern. Which of the following are those areas?
A. Concert Halls, Public Speaking Halls, Banquet Rooms
B. Walking traffic areas, Large public spaces, Conference/Meeting rooms
C. Surface noise reduction, Impact noise reduction, Airborne sound absorption.
D. Airborne noise pollution, Room noise transference, Reduce echo transmission in large areas.
C. Surface noise reduction, Impact noise reduction, Airborne sound absorption.
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According to the Universal and International Building Codes, which of the following is defined as a continuous and unobstructed path of vertical and horizontal egress travel from any point in a building or structure to a public way?
A. Common path of travel
B. Travel distance
C. Travel path
D. Means of egress
D. Means of Egress
The means of egress is defined as a continuous and unobstructed path of vertical and horizontal egress travel from any point in a building or structure to a public way.
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The college is adding a small lecture hall and wants to know which features would be the best to avoid so to have better acoustics. Which of the following would best be avoided?
A. Carpet on the Floor
B. Textured paneling on the walls
C. Foam Walls
D. A Vaulted Ceiling
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D. A Vaulted Ceiling
| A vaulted ceiling would lead to more echoes or harder places to hear in the hall.
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What is the clear spacing between a wall and a handrail?
1 1/2 inches
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The number of exits required for a building is dependent on the size of the building, the use of the building and the number of occupants. The minimum number is of exists that every building must have for each floor is?
Two
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When specifying sliding glass windows the designer may need to clarify which panels will be sliding and which one(s) are stationary. The following nomenclature represents this information so the order is placed correctly.
A. X = Sliding Panel, O = Stationary panel when viewed from the inside.
B. X = Sliding Panel, O = Stationary panel when viewed from the outside.
B. X = Sliding Panel, O = Stationary panel when viewed from the outside.
When specifying sliding glass windows X represents the Sliding Panel, O represents the Stationary panel when viewed from the outside. This is industry standard.
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Which of the following are characteristics of balloon frame Construction? a. It is commonly used today b. It has studs which are two stories in height c. It has second floor joists supported by a ribbon d. It may be used in single story homes
A. A & B
B. A & C
C. B & C
D. All of the above
Both b & c
b. It has studs which are two stories in height
c. It has second floor joists supported by a ribbon
Balloon framing utilizes studs that rise the full height of the frame from the sill plate to the roof plate, with joists nailed to the studs and supported by sills or by ribbons let into the studs. Balloon framing is rarely used today.
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A restaurant wants to add a bathroom so the kitchen staff and waiters don't use the public space. Which entrance is not acceptable by building code?
A. The bathroom door opens near the public bathroom door.
B. The bathroom door is seen by the patrons of the restaurant.
C. The bathroom door is in the kitchen.
D. The bathroom door is outside the restaurant.
The bathroom door is in the kitchen
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In a typical home 2 x 8 wooden joists are placed ____ on center depending on the magnitude of applied loads.
12, 16 or 24 inches on center
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The ADA protects qualified individuals that have disabilities from which of the following?
A. Disability Pay
B. Getting paid while working at home.
C. Overtime Pay
D. Employment discrimination
D. Employment discrimination
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A restaurant wants to have a buffet line but their space is not very large. What is the minimum clear space required for the aisle and yet allow for accessibility?
36"
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A form of Green construction that is becoming more popular is a called ICF. What is the description of ICF construction?
Insulating Concrete Forms
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The Designer for the Smiths new bathroom has been asked by the electrician at what location does she want the lighting located which will provide the task lighting for the vanity area. Which of the following will provide the best location?
A. Overhead above the vanity sink.
B. On each side of the mirror, mounted at eye level.
C. A single light in the middle of the room.
D. One light in the middle of the room and one in the shower area.
B. On each side of the mirror, mounted at eye level.
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New carpeting most often has that new carpet smell. Unfortunately that smell can linger for weeks. A client has a problem with that strong carpet smell and asks for a carpet with low-VOC. What is VOC?
Volatile Organic Compounds
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What is the meaning of Intumescent?
The ability of a material to swell and char when exposed to heat.
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The desks have been ordered with a circular opening so the telephones and the computer cables can drop to the connections in the lower part of the wall behind. The name of this opening is called?
Grommet
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The design firm is required on the hospital project to define the sequence of tasks that must be started or finished exactly on time to meet the total schedule. What type of method of scheduling should they do to maintain this requirement?
Milestone Chart
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Which of the following statements would help insure proper drainage?
A. Grade the lot so the land slopes toward the house
B. Use wide roof overhangs
C. Connect downspouts to footing drains
D. Grade the lot so the drainage is away from the house
D. Grade the lot so the drainage is away from the house
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Which of the following best describes the meaning of the rating called NIC (Noise Isolation Class)?
A. The measurement of surfaces in which sound transmits off of.
B. A measures the effectiveness of panels in reducing speech intelligibility.
C. The measurement of placement of elements that block direct line-of-sight travel paths for sound waves.
D. An interzonal rating that evaluates panels in terms of both absorption and transmission of sound.
D. An interzonal rating that evaluates panels in terms of both absorption and transmission of sound.
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In a commercial building when a walkway serves as a required exit, what is the maximum allowable length of exit access travel if an automatic sprinkler system is not present?
A. 100 feet
B. 150 feet
C. 200 feet
D. 250 feet
C. 200 feet
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The new office complex had their renovations just over a year before. They have recently moved desks around to accommodate new workers. They have now discovered the carpeting has greatly faded near the windows. When the carpet was specified the design firm didn’t bother to look at the Fade Resistance Test. The Design firm should have required that tests be performed to determine colorfastness under certain conditions. Choose one of those conditions below that should have been done to have prevented this problem.
A. Steiner Tunnel
B. Atmospheric fading
C. Rubbing -Wear
D. Flooring Radiant Panel
B. Atmospheric fading
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The Jones family is going to use a drugget on the dining room floor under the dining table. What is the meaning of drugget?
A course, heavy imported fabric, felted or plain woven.
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Which of the following codes is used to enforce new and remodel water supply systems in high hazard areas?
The National Plumbing Code
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Moisture can travel upwards from lower layers of certain soils through __________ action.
Capillary
| Moisture can travel upwards from lower layers of certain soils through capillary action.
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What is the purpose of a Gantt Chart ?
Scheduling
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Mrs. Abrams requested that her mother’s bathroom vanity area be easy to keep clean. Mrs. Abrams’ mother, the primary user of the bathroom, has failing eyesight. Which of the following material and fixture combinations will best meet the needs of both users?
A. Solid surface countertop with a stainless steel lavatory bowl.
B. Ceramic tile countertop with an enameled cast iron sink.
C. Solid surface countertop with lighter color integral sink.
D. Laminate countertop with ceramic lavatory bowl.
C. Solid surface countertop with lighter color integral sink.
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The Jones’s want their kitchen cabinets to be strong and to have shelves that don’t sag when they put their heavy dishes in them. Which of the following would be the best selection for the Jones?
A. Cabinets with 3/4 inch sides, bottom and shelves out of Ply core wood.
B. Cabinets with 1/2 inch sides and shelves made out of MDF.
C. Cabinets with 5/8 inch sides and shelves made out of particle board.
D. Cabinets with 1/4 inch sides, 1/2 inch plywood shelves.
A. Cabinets with 3/4 inch sides, bottom and shelves out of Ply core wood.
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It’s important to know some installations practices to spot problems on a job site What is the recommend fastening method for hanging cabinets in wood frame construction?
The recommended fastening method for hanging cabinets in wood frame construction is screws.
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Your Client's husband is a private person and wants to have an enclosed toilet compartment in their new remodeled bathroom. The bathroom space is not very large so the designer needs to design the minimum enclosed area and yet still meet code requirements. What is the minimum size that an enclosed toilet compartment can be made?
30" x 60"
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The concert hall was having problems with the level of reverberation. Which best describes reverberation?
The prolongation of sound as it repeatedly bounces off hard surfaces.
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A ______________ is a pile less carpet using colored yarns to make the designs. The fabric is reversible, and the designs and colors on the face and back will also reverse positions.
Ingrain carpet
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Numerous tests indicated that ________ used at seam edges presented a flammability hazard unless treated.
Welt Cords
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Applied strips to a wall or ceiling so other materials may be applied are called _______.
Furring strips are used so materials may be applied to a wall or ceiling when those materials may not be applied directly to the wall.
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The contractor is placing a horizontal member over a large opening to support the load above in a wall he’s building. What is that horizontal member called?
The horizontal member over a large opening that supports the load above is called a lintel.
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The STC rating is used to evaluate of a space or material?
The Sound transmission class (STC) is used to evaluate the acoustical quality of a space or a material.
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Thin Set has become a common method for setting floor tile in residential installations. Which of the following describes this type of installation?
A. Tile that is set in a mortar base that is 3/4” to 1” thick.
B. Tile that is set with organic mastic over green board .
C. Setting tile in a mud bed over thin plywood base.
D. Setting tile in an adhesive made from cement, fine sand and other chemicals that is not typically greater than 3/16th “ thick.
D. Setting tile in an adhesive made from cement, fine sand and other chemicals that is not typically greater than 3/16th “ thick.
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The function of a ballast in a fluorescent fixture is:
Starting voltage and operating current
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The unit for measuring brightness or luminance is:
Foot Lamberts
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Your client has decided they do not want to put a vent hood over their electric range but they do want a wall cabinet above. At what height is the bottom of the wall cabinet above the cooking surface according to the International Building Code?
30"
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2x 4 Studs in wall construction are usually placed ____ inches on center.
16”
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Which of the following statement(s) are true about knots in lumber? a. Knots may be either tight or loose b. Knots strengthen a piece of lumber c. The portion of a branch or limb that is embedded in the wood d. Knots are caused by improper drying.
A. b & c
B. a & c
C. a & d
D. c & d
B. a & c
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What is the “most common” width and length of plywood used in typical residential construction?
4 feet wide by 8 feet long
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Often times plumbing or wiring or different types of tubing may need to go through framing joists.What is the rule for determining the largest side of hole, notch or cut in a joist? No hole should be more than ___ of Joist Depth
One Third
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Hardwoods are classified with open and closed grain. The grain of the hardwood can affect the esthetics and the way stains and paints react to the finish. Which of the following selections is classified as open grain hardwood?
A. Red Alder
B. Cherry
C. Walnut
D. Maple
C. Walnut
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What is a suspended ceiling?
A finished ceiling hung from the overhead by a series of wires.
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Cladding in construction is an important part of a building and it can affect many factors of a structure. What is the description of cladding?
The external finish covering the base material on a wall.
120
The minimum slope for flat or corrugated plastic skylights is ____ in 12.
The minimum slope for flat or corrugated plastic skylights is 4 in 12.
121
Which of the following is a deciding factor when determining a footing depth?
A. The ambient temperature of the footings at time of installation
B. The weight of the foundation
C. The distance of the ground to the rock surface below
D. The depth of the frost line
D. The depth of the frost line
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Curtain walls are an example of a non-load bearing wall. (Mark True or False for question number 77).
A. True
B. False
A. True
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What type of construction utilizes steel I-beams, angles, channels, etc. as the main structure?
A. Wood Frame Construction
B. Structural steel Construction
C. ICF Construction
D. Modular Construction
B. Structural steel Construction
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Designers will work with many trades throughout their design career, knowing those trades and what work they perform is necessary and beneficial in ones line of work. Which of the following trades would be responsible for the installation of dumbwaiters and escalators?
A. General Contractor
B. Roofing Contractors
C. Electrical Engineers
D. Elevator Contractors
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D. Elevator Contractors
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Which of the following statements is True when working with a non-bearing wall.
A. A wall that contains a door or a window in its construction.
B. Refers to a structural part that does not carry a load.
C. A wall that cannot be moved or altered.
D. A wall that supports a floor and ceiling.
B. Refers to a structural part that does not carry a load.
| A non-bearing wall refers to a structural part that does not carry a load.
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The form identifying deficiencies to be corrected by the contractor is called the __________. This form is normally handled towards the end of the project.
Punch list
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Define a Post Occupancy Evaluation (POE):
Involves the evaluation of the opinions from the people that use the building and how well the building matches the user’s needs. It identifies ways to improve performance and building design.
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The form that is completed by the supplier that indicates the quantity, the contents/description, destination, weight of contents and the carrier in a shipment is called a__________?
Bill of Lading
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ABC design firm is working on their new clients design project. They are now meeting again with their client to go over the concept of the design the firm has come up with. They are not finished with the details but will just explain to their client as they are discussing the project and see what their reaction might be. What is this part of the project called?
Schematic Design Phase
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If design firm ABC wanted to add funds to the budget to account for unforeseen change requests by the client and other conditions what is this called?
Contingencies
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The most widely accepted specifications format was developed in the late 1960’s. The specification information is organized into a 3 part document which are: General, Products and ____________.
Execution
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When a design firm has a project that their company has designed, who is responsible for the scheduling of the construction?
The contractor, however with the design firm able to estimate the time for the entire project.
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The design firm is required on the hospital project to define the sequence of tasks that must be started or finished exactly on time to meet the total schedule. What type of method of scheduling should they do to maintain this requirement?
CPM Chart
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In the following examples below which is the best description for flush overlay construction?
The fronts of the doors and drawers overlap the face frame of the cabinet.
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The design firm has specified running trim which will be custom fabricated. What would this type of trim be specified for?
Trim used for a continuing length that must be installed in several pieces fitted end to end.
136
The Smiths want to have as part of their kitchen cabinets an appliance garage with tambour doors. Which of the following materials fulfills this choice?
A. Doors that fold back on hinges to clear the opening
B. Doors that roll up out of the way
C. Double doors that open wide
D. Doors that open from one side and slide to the other
B. Doors that roll up out of the way
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The finish carpenter stated to the designer he would cope the trim wood he was working on. What does cope mean when applied to this situation?
To cut the end of one piece of trim to match the profile of the other piece of trim.
138
The layer construction of lumber glued together which could be horizontal or vertical is called?
Laminated
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The wood extending from the pith of the tree to the sapwood and usually darker in color than the sapwood is called? This wood term describes:
Heartwood
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A ________ is a deviation in the face of a piece of wood from a straight line drawn from edge to edge. It is measured at the point of greatest distance from the straight line.
Cup
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When stated for shipping FOB factory/freight prepaid. What does this stand for?
The buyer owns the items in transit and the freight has been paid in advance or by shipper.
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In scheduling a midsize design project why is a bar chart used?
It is simple to make, and easy to use. A bar chart is common and the easiest method used to schedule both design and construction.
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ABC Window and Door Company have been requested to bid on the windows for the new school project. The company needs a copy of the window schedule that shows: Dimensions, Finish, Coding, Amount, Manufacturer, and:
Type
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The Designer needs to specify the best finish for the paint in the kitchen. The customer likes to cook a lot of greasy goods so they want a paint finish that is easy to clean. Which paint finish should the designer choose for the best cleaning of the choices given?
Semi-gloss Finish
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When it comes to quality of paint, which of the following best describes what to look for?
Durability, washability, hiding power, uniformity of color and surface finish, longevity of color
146
The carpet manufacturer dyes its carpet after tufting or weaving but before the finishing processes. What is this type of dyeing called?
Piece Dyeing
147
The designer is considering the acoustical aspects of the hospital design to make sure it will be as quiet as possible. What is the most important in considering acoustical design?
Room shape/structure
148
Mr. & Mrs. Jones have asked that there be insulation added to the walls of the interior bedroom walls. What is the purpose of this additional material?
To reduce the sound transmission between rooms.
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The Design Firm is redecorating the Day Care Center. They want to make sure the correct window coverings are specified to protect the children. Which of the following selections is the best choice for the space if the windows are 36 inches wide, 36 inches high, and 36 inches off the finished floor?
A. Draperies that have a cord anchored to the floor
B. Cordless Blinds on a Remote Control
C. Mini Blinds that can close with a cord so the kids can nap during the day
D. Woven Roman Blind that lets light into the space
The best choice for window coverings is Cordless Blinds on a Remote Control. Children can get caught up in cords and be strangled even if the cords are anchored to the floor, so they should never be used in around children.
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A new warehouse complex wants to add offices to an upstairs mezzanine. The head clearance for the mezzanine would be 92 inches. There is only enough room to put in a 24 inch staircase. The building department won’t approve the final plans. What is the possible cause?
The staircase isn’t wide enough.
151
Mercury Vapor Lamps produce what color of light?
Bluish-Green
152
Where is the best location for a “panic switch” to turn on the exterior lights in a home?
Master Bedroom by the bed
153
When placing lighting into a walk-in clothes closet which of the following is recommended to achieve the best color rendering index for this situation?
Natural Daylight
154
Carpeting is installed typically in one of ____ways.
Three
| Carpeting is either installed by direct glue-down installation or stretched-in installation or double glue-down.
155
In lighting design what is the measure of color temperature?
Kelvin
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The Designer has designed a beautiful custom carpet for the client’s new living room. The pattern designed is complicated floral and leaves with high and low levels. Which of the following carpet types would be best used for this project?
A. Velvet
B. Wilton
C. Tufted
D. Axminster
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B. Wilton
| The Wilton Process can handle the height changes.
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How many grades of Vinyl Wallpaper are there?
3
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What is the purpose of adding polyvinyl fluoride film to wall covering?
To provide added stain resistance and extra protection for vinyl wall covering.
159
The function of divider panels which also have an internal core of heavy and stiff material used in an office setting is called?
Sound Blocking
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The formula for estimating the quantity of wallpaper material needed for a given project is based on?
The number of square feet on the roll.
161
When life cycle costing of window systems it is important to; understand the expected service life. The estimates are based on normal usage and adequate maintenance. What is the expected service life of blinds?
10 years
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The client has called the design firm in because their walls are chalking. What does chalking mean?
The paint is powdering on film surface.
163
What is the typical height off the floor that institutional cubicle curtains are hung at?
14 - 16 inches
164
The three main areas to consider regarding acoustics within Interior space are?
Reverberation, Reflection, Absorption
165
What is the best description of the “black-mirror” effect?
Windows become black mirrors at night when exterior lighting isn’t present.Exterior lighting helps eliminate this problem.
166
The placing of elements that block direct line-of-sight travel paths for sound waves is called?
Acoustical Shadow
167
What is the minimum allowable unobstructed width of a wheelchair ramp?
36"
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A client wants to use her 1" round towel bar in the shower to put her wash cloth on and also use it as a grab bar. You advise her of the following reason she cannot use it for the intended purpose.
A grab bar needs to be between 1 1/4" and 2" in Diameter and support a static load of 250 pounds.
169
Your design firm has been chosen to specify the carpeting for luxury law offices. What carpeting would you not recommend?
Carpet that has a rich deep 1" cut pile with a nice cushion pad to give an elegant feel.
170
A celebrity client has requested to have a beautiful crystal hanging chandelier right over her spa bathing area. She has 9 foot ceilings and the bathtub she has chosen is 23 inches high at the rim. The chandelier she has chosen is 21 inches in height. Due to code restrictions you advise her you cannot specify the fixture she desires for the following reason.
Hanging fixtures cannot be located within 8 feet vertically from the top of the bathtub.
171
What does the building code recommend concerning heating in a bathroom?
Bathroom should have a heat source to maintain a minimum 68 degrees Fahrenheit.
172
What is the guideline for a hinged shower door?
What is the guideline for a hinged shower door?
173
On many jobsites employees and subcontractors working on a project where there is the possible danger of injury from a falling object must wear what?
A hard Hat
174
You are designing a corridor for a commercial building. The corridor has a requirement for protrusions that enter into the walkway to consider for those that are sight impaired. What dimensions will meet those requirements for all objects.
Objects mounted between 27 inches and 80 inches cannot project more than 4 inches into the circulation path.
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What is the name of the federal law that guarantees equal opportunity for persons with disabilities which was enacted in 1990. What is this Act called?
ADA
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Which of the following deals with minimum wage laws?
A. Federal Income Tax
B. Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
C. Service Employees International Union
D. Fair Labor Standards Act
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Fair Labor Standards Act
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What is the name of the federal act that sets the safety standard for construction projects?
OSHA
178
In a straight run staircase most building codes limit the vertical rise between landings to ___ feet in height.
12 feet
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What is the meaning of the term Occupant Load in the building code?
Occupancy load refers to the number of people permitted in a building at one time based on the building’s floor space and function.
180
What is the minimum length of a side grab bar next to a water closet?
42 inches
181
In accessible design a designer may have to work with the phone company for a public telephone so needs to be aware of the requirements. What is the minimum measurement of clear floor space that must be provided for a public telephone?
30 x 48 inches
182
Which room cannot be used as an exit to pass through unless the occupancy load has the minimal number of occupants?
A kitchen cannot be used as an exit to pass through. Kitchens, store rooms, restrooms, closets, bedrooms, and other spaces subject to locking are not allowed as part of exits.
183
What is the Steiner Tunnel Test?
It tests the flame spread rating on finishes on walls and ceilings.
American Society for Testing and Materials: ASTM E84 Standard Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials, is one of the most common fire testing standards.
184
Building codes will state certain doors have a fire rating. What is the agency that provides that rating?
UL
| UL10B
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The distance that a person must travel from the most remote point of a room to the nearest exit is called?
Travel distance
| It is part of the exit access and is measured with the unobstructed path of natural egress travel.
186
Which of the following light sources used in wall washing is the least cost efficient to operate?
A. LED
B. Halogen
C. Incandescent
D. Fluorescent
C. Incandescent
| Incandescent lights cost more to operate even though Halogen makes a close 2nd.
187
Emergency lighting is required in commercial buildings at exit stairs, doors and corridors along with other place where occupancy load will determine code requirements. The usual minimum lighting level at the floor level is ______.
One foot candle
| Illuminated exit signs are also required in commercial buildings.
188
For people interested in architecture or design for the disabled and using the ANSI standards, it is helpful to understand the difference between accessibility and adaptability. Which description best describes Accessibility in the ANSI Standards.
The site, building, facility or portion thereof that can be approached, entered and used by physically disabled people.
189
What is the maximum threshold height for a sliding door in barrier free design with a beveled edge on each side?
3/4 inch
190
For people interested in architecture or design for the disabled and using the ANSI standards, it is helpful to understand the difference between accessibility and adaptability. Which description best describes Adaptability in the ANSI Standards.
Flexibility of certain building elements, such as kitchen counters, sinks and grab bars to be modified to accommodate the needs of people with different types or degrees of disability
191
The floor level to the bank is 1 foot above the ground. How long does the wheelchair ramp need to be?
12 feet
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A hospital wants to know if a fabric retains bacteria or not so they can prevent a fabric that may make people susceptible to more germs. What is the agency that performs that test?
American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorist
AATCC Method 100, Antibacterial finishes on Textile Materials Assessment of, is a quantitative procedure which is adequately sensitive but cumbersome and time consuming for routine quality control and screening tests.
