PACT-CORE Unit 2 Flashcard Construction Math

Front

What is the formula for calculating cubic feet?

Back

Length X Width X Height

Front

If 1 gallon of paint covers 300 square feet, how many square feet can be painted with 3/4 gallon?

Back

225 square feet

Front

How many studs are needed for 6 houses if the requirements are: 138, 247, 409, 1289, 623, and 430?

Back

3,136 studs

Front

If a sheetrock hanger needs 119 sheets and has 39, how many additional sheets should he order?

Back

80 sheets

Front

How many 2"x8" boards are needed for 14 steps if each step requires 2 boards?

Back

28 2"x8" boards

Front

What is the area in square feet of a room that can be painted with 1 gallon of paint?

Back

300 square feet

Front

What is the total number of studs needed for a project if each house requires a different number of studs?

Back

Sum the studs required for each house.

Front

How do you calculate the number of additional materials needed for a project?

Back

Subtract the amount on hand from the total required.

Front

What is the significance of understanding cubic measurements in construction?

Back

Cubic measurements help determine volume for materials.

Front

What is the relationship between gallons of paint and square footage?

Back

1 gallon covers a specific area, e.g., 300 square feet.