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In assemblies used for structural fire resistance and fireresistance-rated construction, smoke partitions are required to extend from the top
of the foundation or floor below to the underside of the floor or roof sheathing,
deck or slab above or to the underside of the ceiling above where the ceiling
membrane is constructed to limit the _________________ of smoke.

A. transfer
B. accumulation
C. intensity
D. buildup

A

A - transfer
710.4 Continuity.

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The maximum distance of travel from any point within a mall
to an exit may not exceed ____________________.

A. 50 feet
B. 100 feet
C. 150 feet
D. 200 feet

A

D - 200 feet
402.8.5 Distance to exits.

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3
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A manual actuation fire-extinguishing device must be located
at or near a means of egress from the cooking area not less than ______ and not
more than _______ from the kitchen exhaust system. Exception ignored.

A. 5 feet, 10 feet
B. 10 feet, 15 feet
C. 10 feet, 20 feet
D. 15 feet, 25 feet

A

C - 10 feet, 20 feet
[F] 904.12.1 Manual system
operation.

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In buildings constructed in accordance with the provisions of
conventional light-frame construction what is the maximum laterally unsupported
height (in feet) of a 2x4 stud in a nonbearing wall.

A. 10 feet
B. 14 feet
C. 16 feet
D. 20 feet

A

B - 14 feet
TABLE 2308.5.1 SIZE, HEIGHT
AND SPACING OF WOOD STUDS

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5
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What is the fire resistance rating requirement for primary
structural frame including columns, girders, trusses in a type V-B structure?

A. 0 hours
B. 1hour
C. 2 hours
D. HT

A

A - 0 hours
TABLE 601 Fire-Resistance Rating
Requirements For Building
Elements (Hours)

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The door component of a fire door assembly.

A. fire block
B. fire damper
C. fire door
D. fire stop

A

C - fire door
Chapter 2, Definitions.

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What is the maximum allowable span for rafters of #1 Douglas
Fir-Larch 2X8s spaced 16 inches o.c. ground snow load = 30 psf, L/D = 180, dead
load = 10 psf? Ceiling is not attached to the rafters.

A. 10 feet 2 inches
B. 12 feet 4 inches
C. 14 feet 4 inches
D. 16 feet 2 inches

A

D - 16 feet 2 inches
Table 2308.7.2(3) Rafter Spans For
Common Lumber Species

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Glazing in guards and railings, including structural baluster
panels and nonstructural in-fill panels, ___________________ above a walking
surface is considered hazardous location.

A. within 36 inches
B. regardless of area or height
C. within 60 inches
D. within 42 inches

A

B - regardless of area or height
2406.4.4 Glazing in guards and
railings.

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9
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A reinforced 8” masonry foundation wall is 8 feet high. The
lateral backfill soil load is 60 psf. The unbalance backfill height is 7 feet. What is
the required re-bar size and spacing?

A. #4 at 48”
B. #5 at 48”
C. #6 at 48”
D. #7 at 48”

A

D - #7 at 48”
TABLE 1807.1.6.3(2) 8-Inch
Masonry Foundation Walls With
Reinforcement

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What is the minimum allowable thickness of concrete exterior
basement walls and foundation walls? Exceptions ignored.

A. 6 inches
B. 7 1/2 inches
C. 8 inches
D. 10 Inches
E. not be less than the thickness of the wall supported

A

E - not be less than the thickness of the wall supported
1807.1.6.1 Foundation wall
thickness

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Stairways within dwelling units and exterior stairways serving
a dwelling unit are required to have an illumination level on tread runs of not less
than _____ .

A. 1 foot-candle
B. 5 foot-candles
C. 10 foot-candles
D. 20 foot-candles

A

A - 1 foot-candle
1205.4 Stairway illumination.

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12
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What is the allowable area of a Group F-2 single story
building of Type IIIB Construction equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler
system?.

A. 18,000 square feet
B. 18,000 square feet
C. 36,000 square feet
D. 72,000 square feet

A

D - 72,000 square feet
TABLE 506.2a, b ALLOWABLE
AREA FACTOR (At = NS, S1,
S13R, or SM, as applicable) IN
SQUARE FEET

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13
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Fasteners used for the attachment of gypsum board to a
horizontal diaphragm ceiling must be spaced not more than _________ on center
(o.c.) at all supports, including perimeter blocking, and not more than ________
from the edges and ends of the gypsum board.

A. 4 inches, 1/2 inch
B. 7 inches, 3/8 inch
C. 9 inches, 3/8 inch
D. 10 inches, 1/2 inch

A

B - 7 inches, 3/8 inch
2508.6.4 Fasteners.

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In assemblies used for structural fire resistance and fireresistance-rated construction, fire walls, where combustible members frame into
hollow walls or walls of hollow units, hollow spaces must be solidly filled for the full
thickness of the wall and for a distance not less than 4 inches
__________________________ the structural members, with noncombustible
materials approved for fireblocking.

A. above
B. below
C. between
D. All of the above

A

D - All of the above
706.7 Combustible framing in fire
walls.

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Gypsum board used in a horizontal diaphragm ceiling must be
installed _________________ to ceiling framing members. End joints of adjacent
courses of gypsum board may not occur on the same joist.

A. in line with
B. opposite
C. parallel
D. perpendicular

A

D - perpendicular
2508.6.2 Installation.

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16
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What is the minimum allowable thickness of exterior walls in a
masonry construction one-story building?

A. 6 inches
B. 8 inches
C. 10 inches
D. 12 inches

A

C - 10 inches
2109.2.4.4 Wall thickness.

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17
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The thickness of concrete floor slabs supported directly on the
ground shall not be less than _____________. Exceptions ignored.

A. 2 inches
B. 3 inches
C. 31/2 inches
D. 4 inches

A

C - 31/2 inches
1907.1 Minimum Slab Provisions,
General

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18
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What is the maximum allowable span for floor joist of #2
Southern Pine 2X12s spaced 12 inches o.c. in residential living areas, live load =
40 psf, L/D = 360, dead load = 10 psf.

A. 10 feet 3 inches
B. 13 feet 6 inches
C. 16 feet 2 inches
D. 19 feet 1 inch

A

D - 19 feet 1 inch
Table 2308.4.2.1(2) Floor Joist Spans For Common Lumber Species

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19
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Aerosol product rooms and general-purpose warehouses
containing aerosol products must be provided with an approved _____________
fire alarm system where required by the International Fire Code.

A. manual
B. automatic
C. remote controlled
D. fume activated

A

A - manual
[F] 907.2.15 Aerosol storage uses.

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20
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In assemblies used for structural fire resistance and fireresistance-rated construction, each portion of a building separated by one or more
fire walls that comply with the provisions of the fire wall section of the code is to be
considered ______________________, and the extent and location of such fire
walls shall provide a complete separation.

A. a separate room
B. a separate partition
C. a separate building
D. a separate fire zone

A

C - a separate building
706.1 General.

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21
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______________________ occupancy includes, among
others, the use of a building or structure, or a portion thereof, for office,
professional or service-type transactions, including storage of records and
accounts.

A. Group A
B. Group B
C. Group E
D. Group U

A

B - Group B
304.1 Business Group B.

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22
Q

Direction signage indicating the location of the other means of
egress and which are accessible means of egress must be provided at which of
the following locations?

A. At exits serving a required accessible space but not providing an
approved accessible means of egress.
B. At elevator landings.
C. Within areas of refuge.
D. All of the above

A

D - All of the above
1009.10 Directional signage.

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23
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In assemblies used for structural fire resistance and fireresistance-rated construction, the fire-resistance rating of exterior walls with a fire
separation distance of __________ than 10 feet shall be rated for exposure to fire
from the inside.

A. less
B. greater
C. 10 feet or less
D. 20 feet or less

A

B - greater
705.5 Fire-resistance ratings.

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23
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In assemblies used for structural fire resistance and fireresistance-rated construction, fire walls are to be constructed of
__________________________________. Ignoring all exceptions.

A. sheetrock, concrete or steel.
B. concrete or steel materials
C. any approved non-combustible materials
D. wood, sheetrock, concrete or steel.

A

C - any approved noncombustible materials 706.3 Materials.

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In assemblies used for structural fire resistance and fireresistance-rated construction, each opening through a fire wall must be protected
in accordance with the code and may not exceed _______ . The aggregate width
of openings at any floor level shall not exceed _______ of the length of the wall.
Exceptions ignored.

A. 144 square feet, 20 percent
B. 100 square feet, 15 percent
C. 156 square feet, 25 percent
D. 32 square feet, 10 percent

A

C. 156 square feet, 25 percent
706.8 Openings.

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Q

What is the minimum required thickness in inches for concrete
floor slabs supported directly on the ground? Exceptions ignored.

A. 3 inches
B. 3-1/2 inches
C. 4 inches
D. 4-1/2 inches

A

B - 3-1/2 inches
1907.1 General.

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In assemblies used for structural fire resistance and fireresistance-rated construction, draftstopping shall be installed to subdivide
floor/ceiling assemblies. In other than Group R occupancies, draftstopping must
be installed to subdivide combustible floor/ceiling assemblies so that horizontal
floor areas do not exceed ________________.

A. 500 square feet
B. 750 square feet
C. 1,000 square feet
D. 2,000 square feet

A

C - 1,000 square feet
718.3 Draftstopping in floors.

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27
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The distance measured from the building face to the closest
interior lot line, or to the centerline of a street, an alley or public way or to an
imaginary line between two buildings on the property.

A. fire separation distance
B. building set back
C. minimum wall distance
D. allowable building line

A

A - fire separation distance
Chapter 2, Definitions.

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28
Q

For the purpose of required natural lighting, any room is
permitted to be considered as a portion of an adjoining room where _______ of
the area of the common wall is open and unobstructed and provides an opening of
not less than one-tenth of the floor area of the interior room or 25 square feet,
whichever is greater. Exceptions ignored.

A. one-half
B. one-third
C. one-quarter
D. one-tenth

A

A - one-half
1204.2.1 Adjoining spaces.

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29
Q

A Hospital is an example of what type of Group Occupancy
Classification?

A. A-1 Group Occupancy
B. B Group Occupancy
C. I-1 Group Occupancy
D. I-2 Group Occupancy

A

D - I-2 Group
Occupancy 308.3 Group I-2.

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30
Q

What is the minimum normal weight concrete cover in inches
that will provide a Fire-Resistance Rating of 1.5 hours for a W14 x 233 structural
shape steel column?

A. 1 inch
B. 2 inches
C. 2.5 inches
D. 3 inches

A

A - 1 inch
TABLE 722.5.1(7) Minimum Cover
(Inch) For Steel Columns Encased
In Normal-Weight Concrete

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31
Q

What is the maximum allowable span for floor joist of #1
Douglas Fir-Larch 2X10s spaced 16 inches o.c. in residential sleeping areas, live
load = 30 psf, L/D = 360, dead load = 20 psf.

A. 18 feet 5 inches
B. 21 feet 4 inches
C. 14 feet 5 inches
D. 16 feet 5 inches

A

D - 16 feet 5 inches
Table 2308.4.2.1(1) Floor Joist
Spans For Common Lumber
Species

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32
Q

Where _______________________ of any pane of glass are
not firmly supported, or are subjected to unusual load conditions, detailed
construction documents, detailed shop drawings and analysis or test data assuring
safe performance for the specific installation are required to be prepared by a
registered design professional.

A. one or more sides
B. layers
C. sections
D. rails

A

A - one or more sides
2403.2 Glass supports.

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33
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A fire-resistance-rated wall having protected openings, which
restricts the spread of fire and extends continuously from the foundation to or
through the roof, with sufficient structural stability under fire conditions to allow
collapse of construction on either side without collapse of the wall.

A. fire wall
B. fire barrier
C. fire stop
D. fire block

A

A - fire wall
Chapter 2, Definitions.

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34
Q

Exit passageway enclosures must have walls, floors and
ceilings of not less than ____________ fire-resistance rating, and not less than
that required for any connecting interior exit stairway or ramp.

A. 1 hour
B. 2 hour
C. 3 hour
D. 4 hour

A

A - 1 hour
1024.3 Construction

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35
Q

What is the maximum allowable span center to center for
rafters or roof trusses in inches for 3/4 inch thick wood structural panel sheathing
single floor grade applied to a roof? The panel span rating is 24 inches o.c. and
the edges are supported between the framing members.

A. 16 inches
B. 20 inches
C. 24 inches
D. 32 inches
E. 48 inches

A

E - 48 inches
table 2304.8(3) allowable spans and loads for wood structural panel sheathing and single-floor grades
continuous over two or more spans
with strength axis perpendicular to
supports

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36
Q

n assemblies used for structural fire resistance and fireresistance-rated construction, where protection of the vertical opening by
approved shutters at every penetrated floor is permitted in accordance with this
the code. The shutters must be of noncombustible construction and have a fireresistance rating of not less than ____________.

A. .5 hours
B. 1 hour
C. 1.5 hours
D. 2 hours

A

C - 1.5 hours
712.1.3.2 Automatic shutters

37
Q

In reference to the LIB bracing method, the LIB stands for
what?

A. Linear-Integral-Bracing
B. Linear-In Line-Bracing
C. Lateral-Internal-Bracing
D. Let-in-Bracing

A

D - Let-in-Bracing
Table 2308.6.3(1) Bracing Methods

37
Q

_________________ construction is that type of construction
in which the exterior walls are of noncombustible materials and the interior building
elements are of any material permitted by the code.

A. Type I
B. Type II
C. Type III
D. Type IV

A

C - Type III
602.3 Type III.

38
Q

In buildings constructed in seismic design categories D and E
accordance with the provisions of conventional light-frame construction, exterior
exit balconies, stairs and similar exit facilities are to be positively anchored to the
primary structure at not over ____________________ or shall be designed for
lateral forces. Such attachment may not be accomplished by use of toenails or
nails subject to withdrawal.

A. 2 feet o.c.
B. 4 feet o.c.
C. 6 feet o.c.
D. 8 feet o.c.

A

D - 8 feet o.c.
2308.4.10 Anchorage of exterior
means of egress components in
Seismic Design Categories D and E.

39
Q

Group A-3 occupancies where the fire area has an
_____________________ will require an automatic sprinkler system.

A. occupant load of 100 or more
B. occupant load of 200 or more
C. occupant load of 300 or more
D. occupant load of 400 or more

A

C - occupant load of 300 or more
[F] 903.2.1.3 Group A-3. 2

40
Q

In assemblies used for structural fire resistance and fireresistance-rated construction, where the fire wall intersects the exterior walls, the
fire-resistance rating for the exterior walls on both sides of the fire wall shall have
a 1-hour fire-resistance rating with 3/4-hour opening protection where opening
protection is required. The fire-resistance rating of the exterior wall shall extend a
minimum of _____________ on each side of the intersection of the fire wall to
exterior wall.

A. 2 feet
B. 4 feet
C. 6 feet
D. 8 feet

A

B - 4 feet
706.5.1 Exterior walls. 1.

41
Q

The occupant load of a nonsprinklered space is 350
occupants. What is the minimum required combined clear width of the egress
doors serving that space?

A. 60 inches
B. 70 inches
C. 80 inches
D. 100 inches

A

B - 70 inches
1005.3.2 Other egress components.
Answer: 350 occupants x 0.2 inches
per occupant = 70 inches

42
Q

Mercantile Group M. Mercantile Group M occupancy includes,
among others, buildings and structures or a portion thereof, for the display and
sale of merchandise, and involves stocks of goods, wares or merchandise
incidental to such purposes and _________________________.

A. is accessible to the public
B. private storage areas
C. is for employee use only
D. no one admitted

A

A - is accessible to the public
309.1 Mercantile Group M.

43
Q

For open roof valleys (valley lining exposed) lined with metal,
the valley lining must be not less than ______________ wide and of any of the
corrosion-resistant metals in Table 1507.2.9.2.

A. 16 inches
B. 20 inches
C. 24 inches
D. 28 inches

A

C - 24 inches
1507.2.8.2 Valleys. 1.

44
Q

Rooms or spaces having a floor area larger than ________ ,
containing a refrigerant evaporator and maintained at a temperature below 68°F,
shall have access to not less than two exits or exit access doors.

A. 500 square feet
B. 1000 square feet
C. 1500 square feet
D. 2000 square feet

A

B - 1000 square feet
1006.2.2.3 Refrigerated rooms or
spaces.

45
Q

An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided for all
enclosed Group A-5 accessory use areas in excess of___________________________.

A. 500 square feet
B. 750 square feet
C. 1,000 square feet
D. 2,000 square feet

A

C - 1,000 square feet
[F] 903.2.1.5 Group A-5.

46
Q

In Type I and II construction, The use of combustible piping
materials is permitted when installed in accordance with the limitations of the
_____________________________________________________________.

A. International Mechanical Code and the International Plumbing Code
B. UBC
C. NFPA
D. Plumbing Pipe Association of America

A

A - International Mechanical Code and the International Plumbing Code
603.1.2 Piping.

47
Q

A listed device that senses visible or invisible particles of
combustion.

A. smoke detector
B. smoke alarm
C. nuisance alarm
D. thermal detector

A

A - smoke detector
Chapter 2, Definitions

48
Q

In a covered mall building, there must be a minimum of
________ clear exit width to a height of 8 feet between any projection of a tenant
space bordering the mall and the nearest kiosk, vending machine, bench, display
opening, food court or other obstruction to means of egress travel.

A. 8 feet
B. 10 feet
C. 12 feet
D. 14 feet

A

B - 10 feet
402.8.1.1 Minimum width.

49
Q

Stairways that are part of the means of egress for the exterior
area for assisted rescue must provide a minimum clear width of
___________________ between handrails

A. 36 inches
B. 40 inches
C. 44 inches
D. 48 inches

A

D - 48 inches
1009.7.4 Stairways

50
Q

The building official is authorized to issue a permit for the
construction of foundations or any other part of a building or structure before the
construction documents for the whole building or structure have been submitted,
provided that adequate information and detailed statements have been filed
complying with pertinent requirements of the code. The IBC calls this kind of
approval _______________________.

A. Pre-approval
B. Conditional approval
C. Temporary approval
D. Phased approval.

A

D - Phased approval.
[A]107.3.3 Phased approval.

51
Q

A wall designed to resist lateral forces parallel to the plane of
a wall.

A. Braced wall
B. Cripple wall
C. Vertical wall
D. Shearwall

A

D - Shearwall
Chapter 2, Definitions.

52
Q

What is the minimum allowable horizontal area of a window
well use for emergency escape?

A. 6 square feet
B. 8 square feet
C. 9 square feet
D. 10 square feet

A

C - 9 square feet
1030.4.1 Minimum size.

53
Q

What is the minimum thickness face-to-face required for a
wall constructed from wood studs interior partition with gypsum wallboard each
side 2X4 wood studs 24 inch on center with 5/8 inch type x gypsum wallboard
applied vertically or horizontally nailed with 6d cooler or wallboard nails at 7 inch
on center with end joints on nailing members, stagger joints each side, to have a
fire resistance rating of 1 hour?

A. 3.5 inches
B. 4.75 inches
C. 5.75 inches
D. 6.75 inches

A

B - 4.75 inches
TABLE 721.1(2) Rated FireResistance Periods For Various
Walls And Partitions, Item 14-1.3

54
Q

Cement used to produce concrete shall comply
with_______________________.

A. CPI, Section 801.90
B. ACI 318
C. NACA 318.90
D. CIA, Section 405

A

B - ACI 318
1903.1 General

55
Q

Permit fees are not refunded unless:

A. The applicant changes his mind on starting the project.
B. The permit is rejected.
C. The building official is authorized to establish a refund policy.
D. The applicant has just cause for a refund.

A

C - The building official is authorized to establish a refund policy.
[A]109.6 Refunds.

56
Q

As applied to fire protection devices, a device or system
providing an emergency function without the necessity for human intervention and
activated as a result of a predetermined temperature rise, rate of temperature rise
or combustion products.

A. sensor
B. automatic
C. remote controlled
D. manual

A

B - automatic
Chapter 2, Definitions.

57
Q

Where masonry chimneys are constructed as part of masonry
or concrete walls, combustible materials shall not be in contact with the masonry
or concrete wall less than _________ from the inside surface of the nearest flue
lining.

A. 2 inches
B. 6 inches
C. 12 inches
D. 18 inches

A

C - 12 inches
2113.19 Chimney clearances.
Exception. 2

58
Q

Group A-3 occupancies where the fire area exceeds_____________ will require an automatic sprinkler system.

A. 10000 square feet
B. 12000 square feet
C. 14000 square feet
D. 16000 square feet

A

B - 12000 square feet
[F]903.2.1.3 Group A-3., 1.

59
Q

Which of the following is not required to be included in the
construction documents for structural concrete construction?

A. The magnitude and location of prestressing forces.
B. The specified strength or grade of reinforcement.
C. Name and location of the concrete mixing plant.
D. Stressing sequence for post tensioning tendons.

A

C - Name and location of the concrete mixing plant.
1901.5 Construction documents.

60
Q

In buildings constructed in accordance with the provisions of
conventional light-frame construction in seismic design category A the buildings
are limited to a maximum of ______ above grade.

A. 1 stories
B. 2 stories
C. 3 stories
D. 4 stories

A

C - 3 stories
Table 2308.2.1

61
Q

Parapet walls shall be properly coped with noncombustible,
weatherproof materials of a width _______________.

A. of 8 inches minimum
B. no less than the thickness of the parapet wall
C. of 12 inches minimum
D. none of these

A

B - no less than the thickness of the parapet wall
1503.3 Coping.

62
Q

An automatic sprinkler system must be provided for Group A5 occupancies in accessory use areas in excess of _______________.

A. 1000 square feet
B. 2000 square feet
C. 3000 square feet
D. 4000 square feet

A

A - 1000 square feet
[F] 903.2.1.5 Group A-5.

63
Q

An exit component that is separated from other interior
spaces of a building or structure by fire-resistance-rated construction and opening
protectives, and provides for a protected path of egress travel in a horizontal
direction to the exit discharge or the public way.

A. exit passageway
B. exit enclosure
C. exit access
D. exit discharge

A

A - exit passageway
CHAPTER 2 DEFINITIONS

64
Q

What is the fire resistance rating requirement for floor
construction and secondary members in a type III-B structure?

A. 0 hours
B. 1 hour
C. 2 hours
D. 3 hours

A

A - 0 hours
TABLE 601 Fire-Resistance Rating Requirements For Building Elements (Hours)

65
Q

This Type of Construction is that in which the exterior walls
are of noncombustible materials and the interior building elements are of solid
wood, laminated wood, heavy timber (HT) or structural composite lumber (SCL)
without concealed spaces.

A. Type III
B. Type IV
C. Type V
D. Type VI

A

B - Type IV
602.4 Type IV.

66
Q

Sheathing nails or other approved sheathing connectors shall be driven so that their head or crown __________ the surface of the sheathing.

A. penetrates
B. is flush with
C. is counter sunk into
D. splits

A

B - is flush with
2304.10.2 Sheathing fasteners.

67
Q

What is the maximum number of occupants allowed in a
bowling center in bowling areas?

A. 7 net, persons for each lane
B. 5 persons for each lane including 15 feet of runway
C. no limit
D. 15 gross, persons for each lane

A

B - 5 persons for each lane including 15 feet of runway
Table 1004.5 Maximum Floor Area Allowances Per Occupant

68
Q

Any tower, spire, dome or cupola that exceeds 60 feet in
height above the highest point at which it comes in contact with the roof, or that
exceeds 200 square feet in area at any horizontal section, or which is intended to
be used for any purpose other than a belfry or architectural embellishment, must
be entirely constructed of and supported by noncombustible materials and must
be separated from the building below by construction having a fire-resistance
rating of not less than ________ hours. rating.

A. 1-1/2 hours
B. 2 hours
C. 2-1/2 hours
D. 1 hours

A

A - 1-1/2 hours
1510.5.1 Noncombustible construction required.

69
Q

For detached structures accessory to occupancies in Group
R-3, such as garages, utility buildings or other unheated facilities a vapor barrier
_______ mil thick is required.

A. 2
B. 3
C. 6
D. no vapor barrier is required

A

D - no vapor barrier is required
1907.1 General. Exceptions 1.

70
Q

In assemblies used for structural fire resistance and fireresistance-rated construction, approved fire door and fire shutter assemblies are
to be constructed of ______________ or assembly of component materials that
conforms to the test requirements of the fire resistance and fire-resistance-rated
construction outline in the code.

A. any material
B. steel
C. treated wood
D. aluminum

A

A - any material
716.5 Fire door and shutter assemblies

71
Q

Class C roof assemblies are those that are effective against _______________.

A. light fire-test exposure
B. moderate fire-test exposure
C. extreme fire-test exposure
D. no fire-test exposure

A

A - light fire-test exposure
1505.4 Class C roof assemblies.

72
Q

With respect to masonry fireplaces, cleanout openings,
located within foundation walls below fireboxes, when provided, must be equipped
with ________________________ and frames constructed to remain tightly
closed, except when in use.

A. ferrous metal or masonry doors
B. glass doors
C. aluminum metal or masonry doors
D. any of these

A

A - ferrous metal or masonry doors
2111.3.1 Ash dump cleanout.

73
Q

The triangular openings at the open sides of a stair formed by
the riser, tread and bottom rail at the open side of a stairway must be of a
maximum size such that a sphere of ______________ in diameter cannot pass
through the opening.

A. 4 inches
B. 6 inches
C. 8 inches
D. 10 inches

A

B - 6 inches
1015.4 Opening limitations. Exceptions 2

74
Q

A Single Family Home is and example of what occupancy
group?

A. R-1 occupancy group
B. R-2 occupancy group
C. R-3 occupancy group
D. R-4 occupancy group

A

C - R-3 occupancy group
310.1 Residential Group R.

75
Q

In assembly seating the aisle width must provide sufficient
egress capacity for the number of persons accommodated by the ____________
area served by the aisle.

A. building
B. seating
C. open
D. catchment

A

D - catchment
1029.9.2 Aisle catchment area.

76
Q

Glazing in fixed and sliding panels of sliding door assemblies
and panels in sliding and bifold closet door assemblies’ _________________.

A. is not allowed
B. must be double glazed
C. is considered a hazardous location installation
D. must be unbreakable

A

C - is considered a hazardous location installation
2406.4.1 Glazing in doors.

77
Q

Inlets to masonry chimneys must enter from the side and
have a ________ of fireclay, rigid refractory material or metal that will prevent the
connector from pulling out of the inlet or from extending beyond the wall of the
liner.

A. funnel
B. fire door
C. vent
D. thimble

A

D - thimble
2113.17 Inlet.

78
Q

The use of the provisions for conventional light-frame
construction in this section are not to be permitted for buildings in Seismic Design
Categories B, C, D, E or F.

A. A
B. B
C. C
D. D, E and F
E. All the above except A

A

E - All the above except A
2308.2.6 Risk category limitation.

79
Q

Listed materials used as chimney flue linings must be
installed in accordance with the terms of their listings and the_______________________.

A. UL
B. contractor’s experience
C. UBC
D. manufacturer’s instructions

A

D - manufacturer’s instructions
2113.13.1 Listed materials.

80
Q

An intermediate level or levels between the floor and ceiling of
any story and in accordance with Section 505.

A. gallery
B. stage
C. mezzanine
D. platform

A

C - mezzanine
Chapter 2, Definitions.

81
Q

What is the required separation of occupancies (hours)
between a Group A and Group M? The Buildings are equipped throughout with an
automatic sprinkler system.

A. 1hour
B. 2 hours
C. 3 hours
D. NP (Not Permitted)

A

A - 1hour
TABLE 508.4 Required Separation Of Occupancies (Hours)

82
Q

The minimum width of each means of egress door opening
must be sufficient for the occupant load thereof and provide a clear width of not
less than _______ . Exceptions ignored.

A. 24 inches
B. 32 inches
C. 36 inches
D. 42 inches

A

B - 32 inches
1010.1.1 Size of doors.

83
Q

The building official has the authority to require tests as
evidence of compliance to be made at no expense to the jurisdiction.

A. The test methods must be designed by an architect.
B. The test methods must be UL Listed.
C. The test methods must be as specified in the code or by other
recognized test standards.
D. The test methods must be newly proven.

A

C - The test methods must be as specified in the code or by other recognized test standards.
[A] 104.11.2 Tests.

84
Q

What is the minimum thickness face-to-face required for a
wall constructed from solid gypsum plaster, studless with 1/2 inch full-length plain
gypsum lath and perlite or vermiculite gypsum plaster each side, to have a fire
resistance rating of 2 hours?

A. 2 inches
B. 2.5 inches
C. 3 inches
D. 3.5 inches

A

B - 2.5 inches
TABLE 721.1(2) Rated FireResistance Periods For Various Walls And Partitions, Item 6-2.2

85
Q

What is the fire resistance rating requirement for the primary structural frame Including columns, girders, trusses excluding roof support
members in a Type I-B structure?

A. 0 hours
B. 1 hour
C. 2 hours
D. 3 hours

A

C - 2 hours
TABLE 601 Fire-Resistance Rating Requirements For Building Elements (Hours)

86
Q

The unobstructed width of pedestrian walkways shall not be
less than _____. The total width shall not exceed _____.

A. 32 inches, 24 feet
B. 36 inches, 30 feet
C. 42 inches, 25 feet
D. 44 inches, 30 feet

A

B - 36 inches, 30 feet
3104.8 Width.

87
Q

What is the maximum allowable travel distance between fire
extinguishers for Class A fire hazards in a extra high hazard occupancy setting?

A. 35 feet
B. 50 feet
C. 75 feet
D. 100 feet

A

C - 75 feet
[F]TABLE 906.3(1) Fire Extinguishers For Class A Fire
Hazards

88
Q

Guards must be provided where appliances, equipment, fans,
roof hatch openings or other components that require service are located within
________ of a roof edge or open side of a walking surface and such edge or open
side is located more than _______ above the floor, roof or grade below.

A. 10 feet, 48 inches
B. 8 feet, 30 inches
C. 8, 24 inches
D. 10 feet, 30 inches

A

D - 10 feet, 30 inches
1015.6 Mechanical equipment, systems and devices.

ICC G11 Exam Prep (6 decks)

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