Legal Ethics SOP 1 (Jim's Questions)

Question 1

1. The Texas Real Estate Commission assesses inspectors a fee to fund the Real Estate Inspection Recovery Fund based on the?
   a. number of separate claims paid from the Recovery Fund in the preceding year.
   b. total dollar amount of all claims paid from the Recovery Fund in the preceding year.
   c. inspector’s license level and annual number of inspections.
   d. fund balance, which must remain at a required minimum level.

Answer 1

fund balance, which must remain at a required minimum level.

Question 2

2. The inspector should and their client’s interest.
   a. Protect/Promote
   b. Ignore/Disregard
   c. Influence/Persuade

Answer 2

Protect/Promote

Question 3

3. There is no need for inspectors to maintain and increase their level of knowledge of the field.
   a. True
   b. False

Answer 3

false

Question 4

4. Which of the following MUST an inspector complete as part of the plumbing inspection?
   a. Operate free-standing appliances.
   b. Operate main, branch, or shut-off valve.
   c. Observe the functional drainage at accessible plumbing fixtures.
   d. Observe exterior components such as water mains and water wells.

Answer 4

Observe the functional drainage at accessible plumbing fixtures.

Question 5

5. According to the Standards of Practice, oven thermostats tested at 350 degrees F should be accurate within what range?
   a. +/- 5 degrees F.
   b. +/- 15 degrees F.
   c. +/- 20 degrees F.
   d. +/- 25 degrees F.

Answer 5

+/- 25 degrees F.

Question 6

6. Which of the following MUST an inspector complete as part of the plumbing inspection?
   a. Operate free-standing appliances.
   b. Operate main, branch, or shut-off valve.
   c. Observe the functional drainage at accessible plumbing fixtures.
   d. Observe exterior components such as water mains and water wells.

Answer 6

Observe the functional drainage at accessible plumbing fixtures.

Question 7

7. When inspecting cooling equipment, the inspector shall report all of the following EXCEPT the?
   a. type of system.
   b. type of refrigerant.
   c. inadequate access to the unit.
   d. dirty evaporator coil where accessible.

Answer 7

type of refrigerant.

Question 8

8. The job of the inspector is to:
   a. Disclose the condition of the property
   b. Determine who should provide repairs
   c. Determine why something does not work
   d. Determine when something should be repaired

Answer 8

Disclose the condition of the property

Question 9

9. The inspector should provide client with enough information:
   a. To assist in determining whether to buy or not to buy
   b. To remodel the home
   c. To decorate the home

Answer 9

To assist in determining whether to buy or not to buy

Question 10

10. Good report writing will lower your risk, liability and exposure:
    a. True
    b. False

Answer 10

True

Question 11

11. All verbal comments at the inspection pertaining to deficiencies should be included in the report:
    a. True
    b. False

Answer 11

True

Question 12

12. The inspector is required to have an Inspection agreement per the TREC SoP:
    a. True
    b. False

Answer 12

False

Question 13

13. The inspector is responsible to provide to the client any code violations:
    a. True
    b. False

Answer 13

False

Question 14

14. It is important that the inspector makes an observation and report to the client his/her opinion:
    a. True
    b. False

Answer 14

False

Question 15

15. Any problems that in the inspector’s opinion would be a health/safety issue or major cost to the client, should be reported to the client:
    a. True
    b. False

Answer 15

True

Question 16

16. D.E.D. stands for:
    a. Direct, estimate, direct
    b. Detect, evaluate, direct
    c. Detect, evaluate, decide

Answer 16

Detect, evaluate, direct

Question 17

17. Which of the following is an opinion?
    a. The basement wall has a crack
    b. There is a bow in the wall
    c. The block basement wall has cracks and has moved several inches and can be fixed by supporting the wall with I-beam type brackets

Answer 17

The block basement wall has cracks and has moved several inches and can be fixed by supporting the wall with I-beam type brackets

Question 18

18. Report as in need of repair, a switch that:
    a. Does not operate
    b. Displays evidence of arcing
    c. Is not fastened securely
    d. All of the above

Answer 18

All of the above
Does not operate
Displays evidence of arcing
Is not fastened securely

Question 19

19. The inspector can use the Texas Standard report or others that are similar:
    a. True
    b. False

Answer 19

False

Question 20

20. An inspector need only supply an oral report if that is what the client wants:
    a. True
    b. False

Answer 20

False

Question 21

21. How does the inspector complete the form if an item required for inspection by the Standards of Practice, such as a food waste disposer, is not present in the property?
    a. Do not need to report
    b. Mark the NP box
    c. Mark the NI Box

Answer 21

False

Question 22

22. The report can be changed to include circles of brackets instead of check boxes:
    a. True
    b. False

Answer 22

False

Question 23

23. If an item is inspected and no repairs are necessary and no comments are needed, how should the inspector fill it out:
    a. Does not have to report on it
    b. Mark NA on the report
    c. Mark the I (inspected) box for that item

Answer 23

Mark the I (inspected) box for that item

Question 24

24. The inspector may provide a different report as an attachment to the Standard Texas Report:
    a. True
    b. False

Answer 24

True

Question 25

25. In a pre-printed version of the Texas Standard Report, the inspector can include a list of items in the Comment space: a. True b. False

Answer 25

True

Question 26

26. An inspector may modify or delete the sections on the form, such as the language under II.B: a. True b. False

Answer 26

False

Question 27

27. An inspector can pre-print the Report, with ruled lines for comments: a. True b. False

Answer 27

True

Question 28

28. The inspector must report on optional systems noted in the Standard of Practice if they are present: a. True b. False

Answer 28

False

Question 29

29. The inspector is not required to use the TREC form for: a. Quality control construction inspections b. Inspections of remodeling c. Re-inspections d. All of the above

Answer 29

All of the above Quality control construction inspections Inspections of remodeling Re-inspections

Question 30

30. The inspector is required to operate the TPR if one is present and will cause damage: a. True b. False

Answer 30

False

Question 31

31. Words and phrases not to use: a. Appears very well maintained/excellent condition b. May contain c. I don’t know d. Prior to close

Answer 31

I don’t know

Question 32

32. Words and phrases to use: a. Appears to be b. What an ugly c. It’s a mess d. This will fail

Answer 32

Appears to be

Question 33

33. The inspector is not required to report: a. When power is not present b. Polarity is incorrect c. The unit is not grounded d. The accuracy of breaker labeling

Answer 33

The accuracy of breaker labeling

Question 34

34. Words and phrases that should not be used: a. Recommend b. Appropriate c. Guarantee d. Prior to close

Answer 34

Guarantee

Question 35

34. Words and phrases that should not be used: a. Recommend b. Appropriate c. Guarantee d. Prior to close

Answer 35

Recommend

Question 36

36. An inspector shall exclude from the inspection any part, component or system which the inspector is not competent or qualified to inspect: a. True b. False

Answer 36

True

Question 37

37. An inspector must include in the report all components or systems that are found in a home: a. True b. False

Answer 37

False

Question 38

38. An inspector does not need consent from the client to disclose report findings with others. a. True b. False

Answer 38

False

Question 39

39. Inspection committee members serve years. a. 2 b. 3 c. 4 d. 6

Answer 39

6

Question 40

40. A Real Estate Inspector must have hours of continuing education to renew his/her license each year. a. 2 b. 4 c. 8 d. 16

Answer 40

16

Question 41

41. If a negligent inspection is performed? a. The inspector’s license may be revoked by the Texas Real Estate Commission. b. The inspector’s license may be revoked by the Texas Real Estate Inspector Committee. c. A payment from the inspection recovery fund may be assessed by the Texas Real Estate Commission d. A payment from the inspection recovery fund may be assessed by the Texas Real Estate Inspector Committee

Answer 41

The inspector’s license may be revoked by the Texas Real Estate Commission.

Question 42

42. The inspector is REQUIRED to: a. Determine the absence of pressure relief valve and an appropriate discharge line on a water heater b. Probe all structural components to determine their condition. c. Light a pilot on a natural gas appliance of mechanical component d. Attempt to light a pilot on a natural gas device

Answer 42

Determine the absence of pressure relief valve and an appropriate discharge line on a water heater

Question 43

43. There are 9 members of the Texas Real Estate Commission appointed by the governor and confirmed by the senate, how many members are representatives of the general public? a. 2 b. 3 c. 5

Answer 43

3

Question 44

44. As an inspector that is licensed as a home inspector in the state of Texas you must first adhere to all rules: a. Imposed by the Federal Housing Authority b. Agreed to in writing or verbally by the client c. By the Texas Real Estate Commission d. Within the provisions of their corporate resolution

Answer 44

By the Texas Real Estate Commission

Question 45

45. During inspection appliances are inspected in their normal operating ranges: a. True b. False

Answer 45

True

Question 46

46. An inspector shall render the inspection report in the format prescribed by TREC: a. In all cases b. Unless a different format is requested by a client c. B and C d. Unless a different format is required by an agency of the federal government

Answer 46

Unless a different format is required by an agency of the federal government

Question 47

47. If found guilty of performing an inspection without a license the penalty is likely? a. Class C misdemeanor b. Felony c. Class X misdemeanor d. Class A misdemeanor

Answer 47

Class A misdemeanor

Question 48

48. He can how many apprentices can a Professional inspector have? a. 1 b. 2 c. 3 d. Unlimited

Answer 48

Unlimited

Question 49

49. He can how many apprentices can a Professional inspector have on different inspections sites at the exact same time? a. 1 b. 2 c. 3 d. unlimited

Answer 49

1

Question 50

50. TREC will not pay out of the Recovery Fund for: a. court costs b. actual damages c. punitive Damage

Answer 50

punitive Damage

Question 51

51. An inspector that is not following the TREC standards of practice. What should you do as a licensed inspector? a. Talk to him and try to educate him so he changes his inspection b. Report him in writing to TREC c. Do nothing. He will get caught eventually

Answer 51

Report him in writing to TREC

Question 52

52. If there is a complaint filed against an inspector: a. He can be reprimanded by TREC b. It can be called in anonymously to the TREC office c. TREC can fine the inspector or suspend the inspectors license d. Both a and c

Answer 52

Both a and c He can be reprimanded by TREC TREC can fine the inspector or suspend the inspectors license

Question 53

53. How many inspections does a professional inspector have to complete before he can sponsor another inspector? a. 100 b. 150 c. 200 d. 250

Answer 53

200

Question 54

54. The inspectors must be written on the inspector’s report. a. business name b. realtors name and license number c. client’s name and phone number d. name and license number

Answer 54

name and license number

Question 55

55. The TREC Standards of Practice is the level of inspection an inspector may perform. a. highest b. minimum c. lowest d. ultimate

Answer 55

minimum

Question 56

56. The inspector is required to accept the duty of protecting the public against fraud, misrepresentation, or unethical practices. a. True b. False

Answer 56

True

Question 57

57. An application for a license may be denied if the Commission determines that applicant has failed to satisfy to the Commission, Honesty, trustworthiness and integrity? a. True b. False

Answer 57

True

Question 58

58. An inspector shall maintain professional liability insurance coverage. a. True b. False

Question 59

59. An inspector has business days to respond to TREC when called upon to be a witness at a TREC hearing. a. 15 b. 5 c. 30 d. 10

Answer 59

10

Question 60

60. The inspector should endeavor always to maintain and increase his level of knowledge regarding changes in the field of home inspections. a. True b. False

Answer 60

True

Question 61

61. An inspector is required to operate a cooling system when the outdoor temperature is less than 60 degrees? a. True b. False

Answer 61

False

Question 62

62. The inspector shall render a written opinion as to the performance of the foundation. a. True b. False

Answer 62

True

Question 63

63. The inspector shall note all the factors that indicate the foundation is not performing as intended. a. True b. False

Answer 63

True

Question 64

64. The inspector shall report as deficient conditions that are present and may be adversely affecting foundation performance. a. True b. False

Answer 64

True

Question 65

65. The inspector shall operate the mechanical systems and appliances during an inspection in normal modes and determine proper performance at the time of the inspection. a. True b. False

Answer 65

True

Question 66

66. An inspector is required to determine accuracy of breaker listing and labeling in the service panel. a. True b. False

Answer 66

False

Question 67

67. The inspector shall report as deficient deficiencies in steps, stairways and railings. a. True b. False

Answer 67

True