Exterior Wall Framing

The section view of the house plans will specify the ________-to-finished-ceiling height.

• finished-floor

• unfinished-floor

• subfloor

• baseboard

What is the first step in determining stud length in platform construction according to Figure 37-1?

What is the component labeled at the top of the story pole in the diagram?

• Sole Plate

• Top Plates

• Cripple Stud

• Header

If the opening is made too large, what might not cover it?

• something

• everything

• nothing

• anything

Jambs may vary in ________.

• size, shape, or material

• color, texture, or design

• weight, density, or volume

• length, width, or height

The function of a Non-Load-Bearing Partition as shown in the diagram is:

• To support structural loads

• To divide spaces without supporting loads

• To provide thermal insulation

• To enhance the building's exterior appearance

Load-bearing partitions (LBPs) run perpendicular to the joists and support the ends of the joists above. True or False?

• True

• False

What is the purpose of the layout wall components as shown in the diagram?

• To determine the height of the wall

• To measure from the building line

• To decide the color of the wall

• To calculate the cost of materials

On architectural prints, interior partitions are usually dimensioned to their ________.

• dimensions

• edges

• centers

• corners

What is the first step in laying out a partition intersection according to the diagram?

• A) Measure the full width of the partition stud

• B) Lay out studs for partition intersection on both sides of center

• C) Measure 1/2 width of the partition stud in both directions

• D) Dimension to centerline of partition