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BUILDING UTILITIES PART 1_PLUMBING

Total questions: 30

Worksheet time: 15mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

A homeowner wants to install a water storage system. What is the primary source of water in the Philippines for residential areas?

a)

Groundwater

b)

Rainwater

c)

Surface water

d)

Desalinated water

2.

A homeowner is considering options for storing water on their property. What is commonly used for water storage in Philippine households?

a)

Water tower

b)

Cistern

c)

Reservoir

d)

Dam

3.

A property owner wants to improve water pressure in their building. What is the purpose of a pressure tank in a water supply system?

a)

Increase pressure

b)

Store water

c)

Filter contaminants

d)

Regulate flow

4.

A construction project requires digging a well for water supply. What is the minimum depth for a well in the Philippines?

a)

5 meters

b)

10 meters

c)

15 meters

d)

20 meters

5.

A municipal government plans to improve water quality for its residents. What is the primary purpose of water treatment?

a)

Remove contaminants

b)

Increase acidity

c)

Decrease clarity

d)

Enhance odor

6.

A homeowner wants to ensure the cleanliness of their drinking water. What method is commonly used for water purification?

a)

Distillation

b)

Chlorination

c)

Reverse osmosis

d)

Filtration

7.

A community organization is conducting routine water quality checks. How often is water testing recommended in residential areas?

a)

Monthly

b)

Annually

c)

Every six months

d)

Quarterly

8.

A homeowner is renovating their kitchen and wants to upgrade the plumbing system. What material is commonly used for hot water pipes?

a)

PVC

b)

PEX

c)

HDPE

d)

Copper

9.

A construction project requires installing pipes around corners. What fitting is used to change water flow direction?

a)

Tee

b)

Elbow

c)

Coupling

d)

Union

10.

A plumber is determining the appropriate size for residential water pipes. What is the standard size for residential water pipes in the Philippines?

a)

3/4 inch

b)

2 inches

c)

1 inch

d)

1/2 inch

11.

A property owner is considering underground water pipe materials. What material is not suitable for underground water pipes?

a)

PVC

b)

Galvanized steel

c)

Copper

d)

HDPE

12.

A plumber is evaluating pipe options for flexibility. What is the primary advantage of PEX pipes?

a)

Flexibility

b)

Durability

c)

Low cost

d)

Resistance to corrosion

13.

A homeowner wants to install a new faucet in their kitchen. What type of valve is commonly used to control water flow?

a)

Gate valve

b)

Ball valve

c)

Check valve

d)

Globe valve

14.

A plumber is repairing a leaky faucet in a bathroom. Which of the following is not a common faucet type?

a)

Compression

b)

Ball

c)

Cartridge

d)

Disc

15.

A property owner is concerned about water pump safety. What is the purpose of a pressure relief valve in a water pump system?

a)

Prevent backflow

b)

Maintain pressure

c)

Release excess pressure

d)

Regulate flow

16.

A homeowner notices inconsistent water pressure. What is a common issue with well water pumps?

a)

Low pressure

b)

Overheating

c)

Corrosion

d)

Clogging

17.

A homeowner wants to install a water tank on their property. What is the minimum distance required between a water tank and the highest fixture?

a)

3 meters

b)

5 meters

c)

7 meters

d)

10 meters

18.

A contractor is designing restroom facilities for a commercial building. What is the minimum WC compartment size?

a)

0.9 sqm

b)

1.2 sqm

c)

1.5 sqm

d)

2.0 sqm

19.

A homeowner is remodeling their bathroom and considering sink options. What is an uncommon lavatory type?

a)

Pedestal

b)

Wall-mounted

c)

Undermount

d)

Vessel

20.

A plumber is installing a sink in a residential kitchen. What is the purpose of a P-trap in sinks?

a)

Prevent backflow

b)

Increase pressure

c)

Regulate temperature

d)

Enhance drainage

21.

A construction project requires selecting showerhead hardware. What is the recommended showerhead height?

a)

1.2 meters

b)

1.5 meters

c)

1.8 meters

d)

2.0 meters

22.

A construction project is planning the layout of drainage pipes for a residential area. What is the minimum slope required for drainage pipes?

a)

1%

b)

2%

c)

3%

d)

4%

23.

A homeowner wants to upgrade their wastewater treatment system. What is a common rural disposal method in the Philippines?

a)

Sewage treatment plant

b)

Septic tank

c)

Aerobic treatment unit

d)

Activated sludge process

24.

A property owner is installing cleanouts in their sewer line. What is the purpose of a cleanout?

a)

Regulate flow

b)

Prevent backflow

c)

Provide access

d)

Increase pressure

25.

A community is facing drainage issues during the rainy season. What is a common problem associated with heavy rains in drainage systems?

a)

Corrosion

b)

Clogging

c)

Leaks

d)

Overheating

26.

A construction project requires joining sewer pipes of different sizes. What fitting is used for this purpose?

a)

Reducer

b)

Coupling

c)

Tee

d)

Cross

27.

A homeowner is inspecting their sewer distribution system for leaks. What is a common material used for repairing leaks in sewer pipes?

a)

Epoxy

b)

Rubber

c)

PVC cement

d)

Sealant

28.

A construction project is considering options for treating wastewater before disposal. What is commonly used in secondary wastewater treatment?

a)

Aeration

b)

Filtration

c)

Chlorination

d)

Sedimentation

29.

A construction project is reviewing plans to ensure compliance with plumbing regulations. What is the primary objective of plumbing codes?

a)

Enhance aesthetics

b)

Ensure safety

c)

Increase efficiency

d)

Regulate temperature

30.

A plumber is installing fixtures in a newly constructed building. What is the purpose of setback requirements in plumbing codes?

a)

Regulate pressure

b)

Enhance aesthetics

c)

Increase efficiency

d)

Ensure adequate space