Stairs -

A stringer is the horizontal part of the stair where you step.

• True

• False

The riser is the vertical component between treads on a staircase.

• True

• False

The nosing extends beyond the riser to improve aesthetics and safety.

• True

• False

Handrails are only required for commercial buildings.

• True

• False

The pitch of a staircase refers to its angle or slope.

• True

• False

What is the term for the horizontal part of the stair?

• Riser

• Stringer

• Tread

• Baluster

What supports the handrail and prevents falls?

• Stringer

• Balustrade

• Baluster

• Nosing

The total vertical distance of a staircase is called:

• Total run

• Total rise

• Pitch

The flat area between flights of stairs is known as:

• Stringer

• Riser

• Landing

• Stairwell

What determines the steepness of a staircase?

• Tread depth

• Pitch

• Rise

• Stringer