Construction Fasteners Quiz

What is the penny size of a nail?

• Refers to the nail's weight

• Refers to the nail's length

• Refers to the nail's diameter

• Refers to the nail's material

Why do contractors use nails for house framing?

• Nails are more expensive than screws

• Nails are safer to drive with a power tool

• Nails are easier to install than screws

• Nails have more holding power than screws

What are lag bolts typically used for?

• Securing heavy materials

• Securing plumbing fixtures

• Securing lightweight materials

• Securing electrical wires

What is the purpose of nuts and bolts?

• To join pieces of plastic only

• To join pieces of various materials together

• To join pieces of wood only

• To join pieces of metal only

What force does a screw primarily exert?

• Tension force

• Clamping force

• Shear force

• Rotational force

What is the primary advantage of using stainless steel nails?

• They are the cheapest option available

• They have a decorative finish

• They are resistant to rust and corrosion

• They are the strongest nails

Which type of screw head is best suited for applications requiring a flush surface?

• Phillips head

• Hex head

• Flat head

• Pan head

What is the main purpose of using a washer with a screw?

• To increase the screw's length

• To distribute the screw's load

• To make the screw look more attractive

• To decrease the screw's diameter

What is the main advantage of using a nail gun over a traditional hammer?

• Nail guns are safer than hammers

• Nail guns are cheaper than hammers

• Nail guns can drive nails more quickly and efficiently

• Nail guns can drive larger nails than hammers

What is the advantage of a countersunk screw?

• It can be installed without drilling a pilot hole

• It provides a decorative finish

• It sits flush with or below the surface of the material

• It can be tightened with a standard wrench