27105 Floor Systems # 2

What are the general components of a platform-framed structure?

• Nails, screws, and adhesives

• Joists, studs, and rafters

• Concrete, bricks, and mortar

• Steel beams, glass panels, and tiles

Which of the following best describes the differences between platform framing and balloon framing?

• Platform framing uses heavier materials than balloon framing.

• Balloon framing is more fire-resistant than platform framing.

• Platform framing involves constructing one floor at a time, while balloon framing involves constructing the entire frame at once.

• Balloon framing is cheaper and quicker to construct than platform framing.

What are the characteristics of post-and-beam framing?

• Use of large beams and posts joined with metal connectors

• Small, closely spaced wooden frames

• Use of lightweight metal frames

• Construction with mud and straw

What factors determine the variation in methods of wood-frame dwelling construction in the United States?

• Economic conditions, availability of building materials, and the climate of the area

• The popularity of architectural styles

• The personal preferences of homeowners

• The proximity to urban centers

Which of the following is NOT a type of wood framing system categorized in the learning material?

• Platform frame

• Balloon frame

• Post-and-beam frame

• Truss frame

What is the primary use of platform frame construction?

• High-rise commercial buildings

• Industrial facilities

• Residential and light commercial construction

• Bridge construction

What is installed prior to assembling and erecting the exterior walls in platform frame construction?

• Roof

• Subfloor

• Windows

• Interior walls

How are wall panels constructed in platform frame construction?

• On top of the roof

• Beside the building

• On top of the subfloor

• After the walls are raised

When is wall sheathing typically applied in platform frame construction?

• After the building is completed

• Before the subfloor is installed

• When the wall frames are lying on the subfloor

• After the walls are painted

What happens to the walls once a section is complete in platform frame construction?

• They are dismantled

• They are raised into place

• They are painted

• They are waterproofed