Structural Systems End of Course Exam Review

Front

When a ledger is installed to strengthen a stair assembly, treated lumber must be used if the ledger is _____

Back

fastened to a concrete floor

Front

The location of interior and exterior footings would be shown on the _____

Back

foundation plan

Front

When laying out a stringer using a framing square, the blade of the framing square represents the _____

Back

unit run

Front

In which type of installation would a thermally efficient door most likely be specified? A warehouse loading dock, An employee entrance in a factory, An upscale hotel, A trendy retail store

Back

A warehouse loading dock

Front

Rule 2 for calculating rise-to-run ratio is stated as _____

Back

Tread width + (2 x riser height) = 24" to 25"

Front

Which type of stringer is typically used for stairways with open riser designs? Options: cutout, housed, dadoed, built-up

Back

dadoed

Front

Which of the following statements is true about installation of exterior doors?
Options: A) A single bead of caulk should be applied both before and after installation.
B) The nails used to hold the door shut for shipment should be removed after installation.
C) Doors are installed after the building wrap is applied
D) Doors are installed before the sheathing

Back

Doors are installed after the building wrap is applied

Front

Nailing flanges are not found on the outside of ____.

Back

wood windows

Front

The abbreviation ASTM stands for ____.

Back

American Society of Testing and Materials

Front

Which of the following would not be found in the general conditions section of specifications? Permits and payment of fees, Types and limits of insurance, Safety, Supervision of construction

Back

Safety