NCCER M6 Wall Systems

Letter E is pointing to a(n)

• soleplate

• optional header design

• partition wall assembly

• sole plate

Letter D is pointing to a

• top plate

• king stud

• sill

• sole plate

Letter C is pointing to a

• king stud

• trimmer stud

• header

• cripple stud

Letter F is pointing to a

• trimmer stud

• king stud

• cripple stud

• common stud

Letter A is pointing to a

• header

• top plate

• sill

• double top plate

The width of a header for a window or door rough opening is usually equal to the width of the

• rough opening less the width of the trimmer studs

• rough opening plus the width of the trimmer studs and king studs

• rough opening plus the width of the trimmer studs

• door or window

When constructing a wall with steel studs, the spacing between studs is indicated on the

• site plan

• plans and specifications

• mechanical plan

• header schedule

Which of the following statements about steel studs is not true?

• Steel studs are stronger and lighter than wood studs.

• Steel studs will not warp, swell, split, or burn.

• Steel studs are harder to handle than wood studs.

• Steel studs are connected using self-tapping sheet-metal screws.

When laying out a wall, why should the sole plate and the top plate be different lengths?

• To prevent butt joints from falling directly above each other

• To use up shorter lengths of lumber

• To eliminate the need for splicing

• To provide a nailing surface for ceiling joists

Stud spacings of 16" on center or 24" on center are used when framing walls because

• they save money when purchasing materials

• they divide evenly into 48"

• they have always been used by carpenters

• they are multiples of 8"