Ag Mech 1: 4.04-4.05 Test

1. If one is unable to use joist hangers to install floor joists, what has to be cut and nailed for the joists to rest on?

• ledgers
• rafters
• studs
• top plates

2. When lumber is used for the horizontal parts of framing, where should the crown of a warped board be located?

• bottom
• left side
• right side
• top

3. What is the unit length of a rafter if the total length is 200" and has a 14" overhang?

• 14"
• 100"
• 186"
• 200"

4. The unit length of a rafter is the length without the:

• bird’s-eye.
• plumb cut.
• tail or overhang.
• top or bottom angle.

5. Because extra strength is needed for support, most framing lumber used for wood buildings should be:

• 1" thick.
• 2" thick.
• 4" thick.
• 6" thick.

6. What is a major advantage of using metal framing anchors?

• eliminate floor joists from the framing system
• reduce splitting wood caused by toenailing
• replace the need for a subfloor system
• straighten warped studs

7. What wall part is #1 pointing to?

• Top Plate
• Window Sill
• Side Sill
• Cripple stud

8. Which wall part is #2 pointing to?

• Header
• Ledger
• Top Plate
• Sill

9. What wall part is #3 pointing to?

• Header
• Ledger
• Top plate
• Window sill

10. What wall part is #4 pointing to?

• Bottom plate
• Window Sill
• Cripple Stud
• Sole plate