Carp 1 27111 Wall Systems (RQ's, 15-30) II

Door and window schedules can be found in the ____________. 2.2

• legend

• architectural drawings

• details of the structural drawings

• manufacturer's directions

The length of a cripple stud above a window opening equals the length of a common stud less the height of the trimmer, combined with the thickness of the __________. 3.0

• soleplate

• rough sill

• top plate

• header

When calculating the length of a common stud for a wood frame floor, do not consider the thickness of the _________. 3.0

• soleplate

• subfloor

• underlayment

• double top plate

The preferred method of framing a wall is to ________________. 3.1

• nail down the soleplate and built it in place

• assemble it on the ground

• lay out and assemble it on the subfloor

• have it built off-site

Pieces of 2 x 4 placed horizontally between each pair of studs are used to ___________. 3.2

• brace the frame

• retard the spread of fire

• provide nailers for siding

• when installing ceiling joists

To prevent a wall section from sliding as it is being raised, you should install __________. 3.3

• cleats

• hold-down clamps

• retainers

• anchor bolts

A long 2 x 4 with a 3/4" standoff block nailed to each end is used as a ________________ 3.3.1

• wall-brace

• straightedge

• gauge block

• trimmer stud

After all corner assemblies have been plumbed, the tops of the walls must be aligned using _________. 3.3.1

• a come-along

• adjustable jacks

• a builder's level

• temporary braces

When the sheathing acts as the finish surface, you should use material that is ____________. 3.3.3

• 3/8"

• 1/2"

• 3/4"

• 1" thick

When you are installing APA-rated sheathing material, space the nails at the panel edges _________. 3.3.3

• 6" apart

• 12" apart

• 16" apart

• 24" apart