2018 IPC CH 6A Quiz

A...is not permitted as a source for an individual water supply unless the water is treated to prevent contamination.

• Spring
• Cistern
• Dug well
• Drilled well

The maximum allowable water pressure on the water distribution system is...

• 25 PSI
• 40PSI
• 80 PSI
• 100PSI

When the maximum allowable water pressure within a building is exceeded, a...is required.

• flow control valve vented
• pressure reducing valve
• In-line pressure balancing valve
• Pressure relief valve

Where quick-closing valves are utilized in a water distribution system, a...shall be installed.

• pressure reducing valve
• flow control device
• water hammer arrester
• Pressure relief valve

Joints between polyethylene of raised temperature (PE-RT) plastic tubing and fittings shall be joints…

• heat fusion
• mechanical
• Solvent cemented
• Threaded

The maximum allowable lead content of water supply pipe and fittings supplying water for cooking or drinking is...percent.

• 0.02
• 8
• 2
• 0.25

Which of the following is required to be installed with a pressure reducing valve?

• strainer
• ball valve
• Check valve
• Vacuum breaker

Polypropylene (PP) pipe conforming to...is approved for water distribution

• ASTM D1785
• AWAC 151
• ASTM F2239
• ASTM F2389

09. Hot water distribution piping and tubing shall have a minimum pressure rating of...psi at...°F.

• 100, 180
• 160, 210
• 110, 140
• 120, 200

10. Gate valves intended to supply drinking water shall comply with...

• NSF 18
• NSF 61
• ASSE 1016
• ASSE 1017