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48 Cards in this Set
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A frame in a window that holds the glass is called a:
A. light B. mullion C. sash D. stile |
C. sash
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Small wood strips that divide the glass into smaller lights are called:
A. mantels B. margins C. mullions D. muntins |
D. muntins
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When windows are installed in multiple units, the joining of the side jambs forms a:
A. mantel B. margin C. mullion D. muntin |
C. mullion
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A window that consists of an upper and lower sash that slide vertically is called:
A. casement window B. double hung window C. hopper window D. sliding window |
B. double hung window
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A window that has a sash hinged on one side and swings outward is called:
A. an awning window B. A casement window C. double hung D. a hopper window |
B. A casement window
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The difference between a hopper and an awning window is that the hopper window:
A. swings inward instead of outward B. swings outward instead of inward C. is hinged at the top rather than at the bottom D. is hinged on the side rather than on the bottom |
A. swings inward instead of outward
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Before setting a window in an opening,
A. check all dimensions B. caulk the sides of the rough opening C. flash the head casing D. center the unit in the opening |
A. check all dimensions
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Horns on doors are:
A. placed on the header casing B. extensions of the side jams C. moldings applied to a flat casing D. extensions of the header jam |
B. extensions of the side jams
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The standard thickness of exterior doors in residential construction is:
A. 1 3/8" B. 1 1/2" C. 1 3/4" D. 2 1/4" |
C. 1 3/4"
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The typical width of exterior residential entrance doors is:
A. 2'-0" or 2'-4" B. 2'-4" or 2'-6' C. 2'-8" or 3'-0" D. 3'-0" or 3'-6" |
C. 2'-8" or 3'-0"
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The height of doors in residential construction is typically:
A. 7'-0" B. 6'-10" C. 6'-8" D. 6'-6" |
C. 6'-8"
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The joint between the door and door frame should be close to:
A. 3/32" B. 3/64" C. 1/4" D. 3/16" |
A. 3/32"
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On paneled doors, the top end of the top hinge is usually placed:
A. in line with the bottom edge of the top rail of the door B. 7 inches down from the top end of the door C. not more than 10 3/4" down from the top end of the door D. in line with the top edge of an intermediate rail |
A. in line with the bottom edge of the top rail of the door
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Most interior doors are manufactured in a thickness of:
A. 1 inch B. 1 3/8" C. 1 1/2" D. 1 3/4" |
B. 1 3/8"
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When installing housewrap:
A. tape all seams B. overlap a least 3" C. cover entire wall, cutting out openings later D. all of the above |
D. all of the above
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Interior flush doors skins are often made with:
A. fir plywood B. lauan plywood C. metal D. plastic laminate |
B. lauan plywood
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A disadvantage of bypass doors is that they:
A. project out into the room B. cost more and require more time to install C. are difficult to operate D. do not provide total access to the opening |
D. do not provide total access to the opening
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Hinges on a swinging panel door are attached to the jamb and the door:
A. rails B. astragal C. stile D. muntin |
C. stile
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The beveled edge of a swinging door:
A. allows the door to swing without touching the jamb B. is the edge where the lockset is installed C. is 1/16th to 1/8th in. back beveled along width D. all of the above |
D. all of the above
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The decorative plate used to cover the edges of a bored hole in a door is called a:
A. astragal B. dead bolt C. escutcheon D. all of the above |
C. escutcheon
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A square is the amount of roofing required to cover:
A. 50 square feet B. 100 square feet C. 150 square feet D. 200 square feet |
B. 100 square feet
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One roll of #15 asphalt felt will cover:
A. 1 square B. 2 square C. 3 square D. 4 square |
D. 4 square
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When applying asphalt felt on a roof deck as under-layment, lap each course over the lower course by at least:
A. 2 inches B. 3 inches C. 4 inches D. 6 inches |
A. 2 inches
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Asphalt strip shingles should not be used on roof slopes lower than:
A. 1 inch rise B. 2 inches rise C. 3 inches rise D. 4 inches rise |
D. 4 inches rise
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When applying asphalt shingles, it is recommended that no rake tab be less than:
A. 2 inches in width B. 3 inches in width C. 4 inches in width D. 5 inches in width |
B. 3 inches in width
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For slopes 6 on 12 or less, valley step flashings should extend on each side of the valley centerline by at least:
A. 6 inches B. 8 inches C. 10 inches D. 12 inches |
C. 10 inches
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When flashing a valley by weaving shingles, do not locate any nails closer to the valley centerline by at least:
A. 6 inches B. 8 inches C. 10 inches D. 12 inches |
A. 6 inches
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Step flashings 8 inches wide are used when flashing a roof that butts against a vertical wall. They are bent so that,
A. 3 inches lays on the wall, and 5 inches on the roof B. 4 inches lays on the wall, and 4 inches on the roof C. 5 inches lays on the wall, and 3 inches on the roof D. 2 inches lays on the wall, and 6 inches on the roof |
B. 4 inches lays on the wall, and 4 inches on the roof
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A built-up section between the roof and the upper side of a chimney is called:
A. cricket B. dutchman C. furring D. counterflashing |
A. cricket
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Bundles of asphalt shingles to cover one square are between:
A. 1 to 2 bundles B. 2 to 3 bundles C. 3 to 4 bundles D. 3 to 5 bundles |
D. 3 to 5 bundles
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While installing standard shingles, the space remaining to be covered at the top is measured to be 46 1/4". How many courses and what exposure are needed to make the last course of shingles properly sized?
A. 9 courses and 4 3/4" exposure B. 9 1/2 courses and 4 1/2" exposure C. 10 courses and 4 3/8" exposure D. 10 1/2 courses and 4 3/8" exposure |
B. 9 1/2 courses and 4 1/2" exposure
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How many square of shingles are needed for a gable roof that has a fascia length of 46 feet and a rafter length of 16 feet rounded up to the nearest square and neglecting any waste factor.
A. 7 square B. 8 square C. 14 square D. 15 square |
D. 15 square
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A useful thought when installing exterior finish is:
A. water runs downhill B. safety first C. craftsmanship and weathertightness go together D. all of the above |
D. all of the above
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Tongue-and-grooved siding is applied:
A. horizontally only B. vertically only C. horizontally and vertically D. none of the above |
C. horizontally and vertically
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A type of siding with which exposure can be changed is:
A. tongue-and-grooved B. rabbeted butt edges C. beveled D. shiplap |
C. beveled
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When applying beveled siding, it is desirable to:
A. maintain exactly the same exposure with every course B. apply full courses above and below windows C. work from the top down D. use a water table |
B. apply full courses above and below windows
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In order to lay out for the courses of horizontal siding, which of the following must be known?
A. distance between openings B. window sills and door widths C. the height of the wall to which the siding is applied D. all of the above |
C. the height of the wall to which the siding is applied
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When installing vinyl siding, drive nails:
A. tightly against the flange B. loosely against the flange C. called common nails D. colored the same as the siding |
B. loosely against the flange
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To allow for expansion when installing solid vinyl starter strips, leave a space between the ends of at least:
A. 1/8" B. 1/4" C. 3/8" D. 1/2" |
B. 1/4"
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The tool used to shape aluminum coil stock into trim pieces is a:
A. shaper B. trimmer C. brake D. all of the above |
C. brake
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Exterior trim that extends up the slope of the roof on a gable end is called the:
A. box finish B. rake finish C. return finish D. snub finish |
B. rake finish
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Horizontal wood siding is usually installed with one fastener per stud. This is done to:
A. reduce the potential for wood splitting as it swells and shrinks B. save on construction cost for fasteners C. comply with the fact that the siding is too narrow for more fasteners D. increase job site safety |
A. reduce the potential for wood splitting as it swells and shrinks
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The term used to describe the fastening technique to hide the fastener from weather is called:
A. toenailing B. nail setting C. blind nailing D. all of the above |
B. nail setting
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A member of the cornice fastened in the vertical position to the rafter tails is called the:
A. drip B. fascia C. soffit D. frieze |
B. fascia
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Care should be taken when installing gutters so that:
A. they are level with the rake B. downspouts are in the center of the gutter run C. downspout leader tubes are connected to the foundation drains D. gutter parts are installed so that water will run over the laps |
D. gutter parts are installed so that water will run over the laps
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No fasteners used on exposed decks should be made with;
A. epoxy coating B. hot-dipped galvanized coating C. electroplated zinc coating D. stainless steel |
B. hot-dipped galvanized coating
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A deck ledger is a beam:
A. attached to the side of a building B. supported by the girder C. used to support girders D. installed on supporting posts |
A. attached to the side of a building
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A footing for supporting posts should extend:A. 12 inches below gradeB. 36 inches below gradeC. to the frost lineD. to stable soil depending on geographic area
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A. 12 inches below grade
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