Florida Building Code 2010 - Building - Contractors Institute

Florida Building Code 2010 - Building 

1. 

According to code, an application for permit for any proposed work shall be 

deemed to have been abandoned ____ after the date of filing for permit, unless a 

permit was issued. 

a) 30 days 

b) 60 days 

c) 180 days 

d) 365 days 

Answer: C 

Solution: 105.3.2 

Question ID: 18862 

2. 

A building permit for a single-family residential dwelling must be issued within 

_____ working days of application, unless unusual circumstances require a longer 

time period. 

a) 30 days 

b) 45 days 

c) 60 days 

d) 90 days 

Answer: A 



3. 

Who may submit the plans to local enforcement agencies for 1 and 2 family 

dwellings 

a) A registered Architect 

b) A registered Engineer 

c) A licensed contractor in Florida 

d) All of the above 

Answer: D 

Solution: 107.1, 107.3.4.3 


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4. 

Work requiring a permit shall not commence until the permit holder posts the 

permit card in a conspicuous place on the premises. The building permit or copy 

shall be kept on the site of the work until ___ . 

a) final inspection is passed 

b) the owner accepts the project 

c) completion of the project 

d) a Certificate of Occupancy is issued 

Answer: C 

Solution: 105.7 


5. 

Who shall select and pay all costs of employing an inspector for a threshold 

building (*R) 

a) The fee owner of the building 

b) The prime contractor of record 

c) The project Architect 

d) The project Engineer 

Answer: A 

Solution: 110.3.7, 110.3.7.3 


6. 

A job permitted on 12-5-2010 by the building department commenced on 2-15- 

2011. All work stopped on 4-4-2011. Work must restart by _____, or the permit is 

invalid. 

a) 5 - 4 - 2011 

b) 6 - 4 - 2011 

c) 8 - 15 - 2011 

d) 10 - 4 - 2011 

Answer: D 



7. 

According to code, which of the following is not a required building inspection 

a) Foundation inspection 

b) Framing inspection 

c) Sheathing inspection 

d) Rough-In inspection 


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Answer: D 

Solution: 110.3, Building 


8. 

A permit application was submitted by a contractor on March 6, 2008. The 

contractor arrived at the building department on August 16, 2008 and submitted a 

written request to the building official for 1 extension of time, prior to the 

application being deemed to have been abandoned. On August 21, 2008, the 

building official had determined that justifiable cause was demonstrated and 

granted the extension to the contractor. The contractor has until ____ to provide 

all necessary documentation to the building official. 

a) September 20, 2008 

b) October 20, 2008 

c) November 19, 2008 

d) February 21, 2009 

Answer: C 



9. 

An application for permit for proposed work shall be deemed to have been 

abandoned if no permit was issued and no extension requested within _______ of 

the application date. 

a) 30 days 

b) 60 days 

c) 90 days 

d) 180 days 

Answer: D 



10. 

A permanent sign identifying the termite treatment provider, need for reinspection 

and treatment contract renewal shall be provided and posted near the 

_________________ 

a) building permit 

b) front entry door 

c) adjacent street 

d) water heater or electric panel 


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Answer: D 



11. 

Any person who commences any work on a building, structure, electrical, gas, 

plumbing or mechanical system before obtaining the necessary permits shall be 

subject to penalty of _______ of the usual permit fee in addition to the required 

permit fees. 

a) 50 % 

b) 100 % 

c) 200 % 

d) 300 % 

Answer: B 



12. 

Which of the following work descriptions would not require a permit 

a) The direct wiring and installation of a 40 gallon electric water heater 

b) The replacement of 12 linear feet of fascia board having water damage 

c) The installation of aluminum windows on wood bucks in masonry 

openings 

d) The installation of a portable cooling unit having a factory cord and 

plug 

Answer: D 

Solution: 105.2, Exemptions: Mechanical 3. 


13. 

When the Building Official issues a special permit for a temporary structure, such 

permit shall be limited as to time of service, but shall not be permitted for more 

than _______. 

a) 30 days 

b) 90 days 

c) 180 days 

d) 1 year 

Answer: C 




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14. 

Which of the following would require registered engineer documentation to 

permit 

a) Medical Gas documents for a $4,000 system 

b) Plumbing documents for a new building requiring a plumbing system 

with 200 fixture units at a cost of $40,000 

c) A 15 ton air conditioning system, serving 75 persons, at a cost of 

$50,000 

d) A fire sprinkler system for a building which will contain 75 new 

sprinkler heads 

Answer: D 

Solution: 105.3.1.2 Read 1, 2, 3, 4 


15. 

Each enforcement agency shall require that, on every threshold building, all 

shoring procedures, plans and details be submitted to the enforcement agency for 

record keeping. Each shoring installation ___ to be in compliance with the 

documents by the contractor. (*R) 

a) should be verified 

b) shall be observed 

c) shall be overseen and found 

d) shall be supervised, inspected and certified 

Answer: D 

Solution: 110.3.7.4.3 


16. 

Work shall be considered to be in active progress when the permit has received an 

approved inspection within _______ . 

a) 60 days 

b) 90 days 

c) 180 days 

d) 365 days 

Answer: C 

Solution: 105.4.1.3 



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17. 

At which of the following stages would the accessibility requirements be 

inspected 

a) Framing inspection 

b) Sheathing inspection 

c) Final inspection 

d) Prior to issuing the Certificate of Occupancy 

Answer: A 

Solution: 110.3 Building 2. 


18. 

Fire retardant treated wood is a wood product which, when impregnated with 

chemicals by the pressure process during manufacture, shall have a flame spread 

index of _______ . 

a) 5 or more 

b) 10 or less 

c) 15 or more 

d) 25 or less 

Answer: D 



19. 

The line established by law, beyond which the building shall not extend, is the 

______ . 

a) Property line 

b) Setbacks 

c) Building line 

d) High water line 

Answer: C 

Solution: 202 Definitions B 


20. 

In accordance with Florida Statute, any building which is greater than 3 stories or 

50 feet in height is defined as ___________. 

a) Low-rise construction 

b) Mid-rise construction 

c) High-rise construction 

d) a Threshhold building 


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Answer: D 

Solution: 202 Definitions T 


21. 

The weight of all materials of construction, including walls, floors, roofs, ceilings, 

stairways, and fixed service equipment is _______ . 

a) Dead load 

b) Total load 

c) Live load 

d) Imposed load 

Answer: A 

Solution: 202 Definitions D 1602.1 


22. 

The opening between the top of the firebox and the smoke chamber is called 

__________________. 

a) the chamber taper 

b) the hearth 

c) the fireplace throat 

d) the flue damper 

Answer: C 

Solution: 2102 Definitions, F 2102.1 


23. 

A Barber shop, Bank or Car wash is an example of _____ occupancy. 

a) Assembly, Group A 

b) Industrial, Group F 

c) Business, Group B 

d) Institutional, Group I 

Answer: C 




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24. 

Which of the following Institutional occupancies would be Group I-3. 

a) Detoxification facilities 

b) Nursing homes 

c) Mental hospitals 

d) Reformatories 

Answer: D 

Solution: 308.3, 308.4 


25. 

R-1, R-2, R-3 and R-4 are ______________ . 

a) Types of insulation 

b) Residential Occupancies 

c) Estimating Divisions 

d) Building construction types 

Answer: B 



26. 

_____ occupancy is the use of a building or structure, or any portion thereof, in 

which 3 or more clients receive care, maintenance and supervision, by other than 

their relative(s) or legal guardian(s), for less than 24 hours per day. 

a) Group I 

b) Group D 

c) Group E 

d) Group M 

Answer: B 




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27. 

Regarding entrapment protection in swimming pools, if the suction outlet system, 

such as an automatic cleaning system, is a vacuum cleaner system which has a 

single suction outlet or multiple suction outlets which can be isolated by valves, 

then each suction outlet shall protect against user entrapment in accordance with 

____________ . 

a) ANSI/APSP 7 

b) ASTM 10 

c) NSPI 5 

d) NSF 51 

Answer: A 

Solution: 424.2.6.6 


28. 

Motor fuel-dispensing facility canopies and their supports over pumps shall be of 

non combustible materials, or if constructed of wood, shall be Type _______ 

sizes. (*R) 

a) II 

b) III 

c) IV 

d) V 

Answer: C 

Solution: 406.5.3 1. 


29. 

Which section of the code applies to buildings having occupied floors located 

more than 75 feet above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access 

a) Low-Rise Buildings 

b) High-Rise Buildings 

c) Type I Construction 

d) Chapter 23 

Answer: B 




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30. 

Which section of the code covers the design and construction of swimming pools 

and bathing places 

a) Section 423 

b) Section 424 

c) Section 425 

d) Section 433 

Answer: B 

Solution: 401.2.1 424.1 


31. 

What type of construction attains its fire resistance by the size of heavy timber 

used 

a) Type IA 

b) Type IB 

c) Type IIC 

d) Type IV 

Answer: D 



32. 

For Type III construction, which of the following is not according to code 

_________ . 

a) Exterior walls are of non-combustible material 

b) Interior building elements are of any material permitted by code 

c) Fire-retardant -treated wood framing is not permitted 

d) Type IIIB roof construction requires no fire resistance rating 

Answer: C 

Solution: 602.3 Table 601 


33. 

The floor deck material used in Type IV construction consists of 3" nominal 

thickness tongue and groove material, this material shall be covered with 

_______________ . 

a) 15 / 32" wood structural panels 

b) 1" nominal tongue-and-groove flooring laid diagonally 

c) 1" nominal tongue-and-groove flooring laid crosswise 

d) Any choice will comply with the code 


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Answer: D 



34. 

Framed timber trusses supporting floor loads in Type IV construction shall have 

members of not less than ______ nominal in any dimension. 

a) 6" 

b) 8" 

c) 10" 

d) 12" 

Answer: B 



35. 

Without exception, combustibles are permitted in concealed spaces in ____ 

construction. 

a) Type I 

b) Type II 

c) Type IV 

d) Type VI 

Answer: C 

Solution: 717.5 602.4 


36. 

If a building has two uses or occupancies, such as Business, Group B and 

Residential, Group R-3, the minimum fire resistance for the fire wall that 

separates the two occupancies is _____________ hours. Assume Type III 

construction. 

a) 2 

b) 3 

c) 4 

d) 5 

Answer: B 

Solution: 706 Table 706.4 B = 3 hours R-3 = 2 hours, use the greater 



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37. 

The fire-resistance rating of building elements shall be determined in accordance 

with the test procedures set forth in ___________. 

a) ASTM C 926 

b) ASTM D 3769 

c) ASTM E 85 

d) ASTM E 119 

Answer: D 



38. 

Which of the following construction types would permit an exterior shaft 

enclosure of combustible materials 

a) Type IA 

b) Type IIB 

c) Type IIIA 

d) Type VA 

Answer: D 

Solution: 708.3 602.1 602.2 602.3 602.5 Table 601 Bearing Walls 


39. 

Townhouses shall be separated by a party wall. The party wall for the project does 

not extend above the roof. To comply with code, fire retardant roof sheathing may 

be used or 5/8" Type X gypsum is to be attached to the underside of the roof deck 

for not less than _______ . 

a) 4 foot width each side 

b) 6 foot width each side 

c) 8 foot width each side 

d) 12 foot width each side 

Answer: A 

Solution: 706, 706.4.1, 706.4.1.1 1, 2 and 3 



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40. 

If 1/2" gypsum wallboard on the fire exposed side of a wall has a time assigned to 

burn of 15 minutes, then 2 layers of 1/2" wallboard would have a time assigned of 

_______ . 

a) 30 minutes 

b) 40 minutes 

c) 60 minutes 

d) 90 minutes 

Answer: B 

Solution: 721.2.1.4.2, Table 721.2.1.4(2), Review Table 


41. 

A lightweight concrete slab will have a fire rating of _______ , if the slab is 3.6" 

thick. 

a) 1 hour minimum 

b) 1-1/2 hours 

c) 2 hours 

d) 3 hours 

Answer: C 

Solution: Table 721.2.2.1 


42. 

A 10" x 10" carbonate concrete column will have a fire resistance rating of 

______ . 

a) 1 hour 

b) 1-1/2 hours 

c) 2 hours 

d) 3 hours 

Answer: C 

Solution: Table 721.2.4 



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43. 

In a building of a single occupancy classification, when enclosed spaces are 

provided for individual tenants, such spaces shall be separated by not less than 

_______ fire resistance. No sprinkler system has been provided 

a) 30 minutes 

b) 1 hour 

c) 1.5 hours 

d) 2 hours 

Answer: B 

Solution: 709, 709.1, #6. 709.3 Except. 2 


44. 

Standpipe systems shall be provided when the highest floor is greater than 

_______ above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access. (*R) 

a) 100 feet 

b) 75 feet 

c) 50 feet 

d) 30 feet 

Answer: D 

Solution: 905 905.3.1 


45. 

The type of standpipe with a 1-1/2" hose used primarily by building occupants 

until the arrival of the fire department is classified as ____ . (*R) 

a) Class I 

b) Class II 

c) Class III 

d) Class IV 

Answer: B 

Solution: 202 Standpipe Systems 902.1 Definitions Standpipe, Classes 


46. 

Which of the following best describes an automatic wet standpipe (*R) 

a) A system with an operable valve, that can be opened at any time. 

b) A system with a water supply that is capable of supplying the system 

demand automatically 

c) A system accessible by the fire department, and activated when needed. 

d) A system connected to a small water supply, a filled standpipe. 


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Answer: B 

Solution: 902.1 Definitions Standpipe Types Automatic wet 


47. 

Emergency escape and rescue openings shall have the bottom of the clear opening 

not more than _____ above the floor. 

a) 32" 

b) 36" 

c) 44" 

d) 48" 

Answer: C 

Solution: 1029 1029.3 


48. 

Grade floor egress openings shall have a minimum net clear area of _____ square 

feet. 

a) 4.0 

b) 4.5 

c) 5.0 

d) 5.7 

Answer: C 

Solution: 1029.2, Exception: 


49. 

Externally illuminated exit signs shall have letters not less than _____ high. 

a) 3 inches 

b) 4 inches 

c) 6 inches 

d) 8 inches 

Answer: C 




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50. 

Egress doors used as an exit door shall provide a clear opening width not less than 

____ . 

a) 28 inches 

b) 30 inches 

c) 32 inches 

d) 36 inches 

Answer: C 



51. 

Egress ramps shall not have a slope greater than _______ in the direction of 

travel. 

a) 1 to 8 

b) 1 to 10 

c) 1 to 12 

d) 1 to 50 

Answer: C 



52. 

When determining the occupant load for residential occupancies, the required area 

per occupant should be ___________ square feet. 

a) 120 net 

b) 150 gross 

c) 175 net 

d) 200 gross 

Answer: D 

Solution: Table 1004.1.1 


53. 

Which choice does not meet code for 1 and 2 family dwelling stairway 

construction 

a) 6 inch risers and 12 inch treads 

b) 6-1/2 inch risers and 11-1/2 inch treads 

c) 7 inch risers and 11 inch treads 

d) 8 inch risers and 10 inch treads 


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Answer: D 



54. 

For other than 1 and 2 family dwellings, the maximum riser height shall be 

________ . 

a) 7-3/4 inches 

b) 7 inches 

c) 6-3/4 inches 

d) 6-1/2 inches 

Answer: B 



55. 

Stairways, excluding spiral stairways, serving as an egress means shall have a 

minimum headroom clearance of ___ . 

a) 8'- 0" 

b) 7'- 6" 

c) 7'- 0" 

d) 6'- 8" 

Answer: D 



56. 

Egress ramps shall have a maximum cross slope of ________ . 

a) 1:50 

b) 1:48 

c) 1:12 

d) 1:8 

Answer: B 




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57. 

Buildings four stories or more in height shall be provided with a stairway to the 

roof, when the slope of the roof is ____ or less. 

a) 2:12 

b) 3:12 

c) 4:12 

d) 6:12 

Answer: C 



58. 

The minimum net clear opening height shall be _____ for emergency escape 

openings. 

a) 20" 

b) 22" 

c) 24" 

d) 32" 

Answer: C 



59. 

The minimum net clear opening width shall be _____ for emergency escape 

openings. 

a) 20" 

b) 22" 

c) 24" 

d) 32" 

Answer: A 



60. 

The variation allowed in any 2 treads or risers in a stairway shall not exceed 

_____ , greatest to least. 

a) 3/32" 

b) 3/16" 

c) 3/8" 

d) 3/4" 


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Answer: C 

Solution: 1009.4.4 (0.375 x 8 = 3 "3/8") 


61. 

When providing under-floor ventilation for the interior environment, the 

foundation wall openings shall be covered for their height and width. Which of 

the following selections may be used 

a) 0.040" perforated sheet metal 

b) 0.035" wire hardware cloth 

c) 0.030" expanded sheet metal 

d) fiberglass screen, 20/20 mesh 

Answer: B 

Solution: 1203.3.1 5. see 1. 2. 


62. 

Every space intended for human occupancy shall be provided with natural light by 

means of exterior glazed openings. The minimum net glazed area shall not be less 

than _____ percent of the floor area of the room served. Assume no artificial 

lighting has been provided. 

a) 4 percent 

b) 8 percent 

c) 12 percent 

d) 25 percent 

Answer: B 

Solution: 1205.1 1205.2 


63. 

Habitable spaces in buildings, other than storage and laundry rooms shall have a 

ceiling height of not less than _________ . 

a) 7'- 0" 

b) 7'- 6" 

c) 7'- 8" 

d) 8'- 0" 

Answer: B 




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64. 

Bathrooms containing bathtubs or showers shall be ventilated in accordance with 

___________. 

a) the Mechanical Code, mechanical means 

b) the minimum 3 square foot rule 

c) the operable opening code 

d) the energy code 

Answer: A 

Solution: 1203.4.2.1 


65. 

The height of any section of thin exterior structural glass veneer shall not exceed 

_____ . 

a) 24" 

b) 30" 

c) 36" 

d) 48" 

Answer: D 

Solution: 1405.12 1405.12.1 


66. 

To provide for inspection for termite infestation, clearance between exterior wall 

coverings and final earth grade on the exterior of a building shall not be less than 

____________ . 

a) 2 inches 

b) 3 inches 

c) 6 inches 

d) 8 inches 

Answer: C 



67. 

Metal veneer used as an exterior wall covering shall not be less than ______ 

nominal thickness sheet steel mounted on wood furring. 

a) 0.0120" 

b) 0.120" 

c) 0.0149" 

d) 0.149" 


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Answer: C 



68. 

The minimum 6 inch clearance for inspection for termite infestation shall be 

provided in order to comply with the code, except _______ . 

a) for a decorative cementitious finish less than 5/8" directly adhered to 

masonry 

b) for the width of an access ramp which rises to the finish floor elevation 

c) for a 4" inspection space above a patio slab, garage slab or entry area 

slab 

d) all of the above choices are exceptions from this code requirement 

Answer: D 

Solution: 1403.7 Exceptions 1. 2. 3. 


69. 

An example of a Class A roof covering, without testing, is ________ . 

a) Standing seam sheet metal 

b) Aluminum pans 

c) Slate 

d) Shingles, 3-tab or dimensional 

Answer: C 

Solution: 1505.2 Exception 2 


70. 

All condensate lines and roof downspouts shall discharge at least ___ away from 

the structure sidewall. 

a) 6 inches 

b) 8 inches 

c) 12 inches 

d) 24 inches 

Answer: C 




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71. 

According to code, gutters with downspouts are required on buildings with eaves 

of less than _____ horizontal projection except for gable end rakes or a roof above 

another roof. 

a) 4 inches 

b) 6 inches 

c) 12 inches 

d) 18 inches 

Answer: B 



72. 

Which of the weather protection locations shall require flashing 

a) hip and ridge junctions 

b) above roof openings 

c) wall and roof intersections 

d) sill plate at stemwall 

Answer: C 



73. 

When other means of drainage of overflow water is not provided, overflow 

scuppers shall be placed in walls or parapets not less than ___________ above the 

finished roof covering 

a) 2 inches nor more than 4 inches 

b) 4 inches 

c) 6 inches nor more than 8 inches 

d) 8 inches 

Answer: A 

Solution: 1503.4.2.1 


74. 

Flashing for roof assemblies shall be installed at _______ . 

a) Gutters 

b) Above roof openings 

c) Ridge junctions 

d) Hip junctions 


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Answer: A 



75. 

Where roof flashing is of metal, the thickness shall be not less than ______ , if 

galvanized sheet was selected. 

a) 26 gage 

b) 24 gage 

c) 22 gage 

d) 20 gage 

Answer: A 

Solution: 1503.2.1 Table 1503.2 Galv. Gage 


76. 

Which of the following standards shall asphalt shingle fasteners comply with 

a) ASTM C 926 

b) ASTM E 118 

c) ASTM A 153 

d) ASTM F 1667 

Answer: D 



77. 

Fasteners for asphalt shingles shall be roofing nails of a length to penetrate 

through the roofing materials and a minimum of _______ into the roof sheathing. 

a) 1/2 inch 

b) 5/8 inch 

c) 3/4 inch 

d) 7/8 inch 

Answer: C 




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78. 

Asphalt shingles shall be secured to the roof with not less than _____ fasteners 

per strip. 

a) 2 

b) 3 

c) 4 

d) 6 

Answer: C 



79. 

For roof slopes of 4:12 or greater, underlayment shall be a minimum of 1 layer of 

felt, lapped ___ , and fastened sufficiently to hold in place. 

a) 19 inches 

b) 12 inches 

c) 3 inches 

d) 2 inches 

Answer: D 



80. 

What is the fastening pattern for base and counter flashing on an asphalt shingle 

roof 

a) 4 inches on center 

b) 6 inches on center 

c) 8 inches on center 

d) 12 inches on center 

Answer: B 

Solution: 1507.2.9.1 2. 


81. 

What is the minimum width for open valley metal on an asphalt shingle roof 

a) 12 inches 

b) 16 inches 

c) 18 inches 

d) 36 inches 


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Answer: B 

Solution: 1507.2.9.2 1. 


82. 

The minimum overlap of dripedge shall be ______ for eaves and gables of shingle 

roofs. 

a) 1 inch 

b) 3 inches 

c) 4 inches 

d) 6 inches 

Answer: B 

Solution: 1507.2.9.3 


83. 

Dripedge shall be mechanically fastened a maximum of ____ on center. Assume 

100 mph basic wind speed. Assume a 16 foot eave height. 

a) 4 inches 

b) 6 inches 

c) 8 inches 

d) 12 inches 

Answer: D 

Solution: 1507.2.9.3 


84. 

The perimeter fastening area for concrete roof tile includes attaching wire which 

shall be not smaller than ___________ . 

a) 0.025 inch 

b) 0.040 inch 

c) 0.075 inch 

d) 0.083 inch 

Answer: D 




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85. 

The minimum headlap for slate shingles on a roof with a 5:12 slope shall be 

______ . 

a) 2 inches 

b) 3 inches 

c) 4 inches 

d) 6 inches 

Answer: C 

Solution: 1507.7.6 See Table 1507.7.6 4:12< x < 8:12 x = 5:12 


86. 

What is the exposure for 18", No. 1, naturally durable wood shingles on a 5:12 

roof 


b) 5-1/2 inches 


d) 10 inches 

Answer: B 

Solution: Table 1507.8.7, shingles, not shakes 


87. 

Wood shingles and shakes shall be laid with a side lap not less than ____. 


b) 2 inches 

c) 3 inches 

d) 4 inches 

Answer: A 

Solution: 1507.8.7 1507.9.8 


88. 

What is the exposure for 18", No. 1 naturally durable wood shakes on a 5:12 roof 

 




d) 10 inches 


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Answer: C 

Solution: Table 1507.9.8, shakes, not shingles 


89. 

Roof mounted mechanical units shall be mounted on curbs raised a minimum of 

_____ . 

a) 4 inches 

b) 8 inches 

c) 18 inches 

d) 24 inches 

Answer: B 



90. 

What is the minimum uniformly distributed live load for stairs in a 2 family 

dwelling 

a) 30 psf 

b) 40 psf 

c) 75 psf 

d) 100 psf 

Answer: B 

Solution: Table 1607.1 #35 Stairs and Exits 1 & 2 family 


91. 

What is the live load deflection limit for a floor joist having a 15' clear span 

a) 1/2" 

b) 5/8" 

c) 3/4" 

d) 7/8" 

Answer: A 

Solution: Table 1604.3 Floor member Live = L L / 360 15 x 12 = 180 / 360 = .5" 



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92. 

Where the wood shim or buck thickness is less than 1-1/2", window and door 

assemblies shall be anchored through the jamb. Anchors shall be securely 

fastened ____________ . 

a) to the wood shim or wood buck 

b) directly into the masonry or concrete substrate 

c) to transfer the load to the wood buck material 

d) at a maximum of 8 inch on center spacing 

Answer: B 

Solution: 1715.5.4.2 


93. 

Where the wood buck thickness is 1-1/4" or greater, the buck shall be securely 

fastened to transfer load to the concrete or masonry. Window and door assemblies 

shall be anchored through the jamb or flange and fastened __________________ . 

a) to the secured wood buck 

b) directly into the masonry or concrete substrate 

c) to transfer the load directly to the structure 

d) at a maximum of 8 inch on center spacing 

Answer: A 

Solution: 1714.5.4.2 


94. 

Which of the following complies with the code regarding structural steel H-piles 

a) Flange projections can exceed 14 times the minimum thickness of the 

metal 

b) Flange widths shall be not less than 50% of the depth 

c) The nominal depth in the direction of the flange shall be not less than 8 

inches 

d) Flanges and web shall have a minimum thickness of 3/8" 

Answer: D 

Solution: 1810.3.5.3.1 1. 2. 3. See 3. 



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95. 

Unit masonry walls shall be parged on the exterior surface below ground level 

with not less than ______ of Portland cement mortar. Assume surface preparation 

for dampproofing of foundation wall. 

a) 3/4 inch 

b) 1/2 inch 

c) 3/8 inch 

d) 1/4 inch 

Answer: C 

Solution: 1805 1805.2 1805.2.2 1805.2.2.1 


96. 

If soil treatment is used for subterranean termite prevention, chemical soil 

treatments shall also be applied under all exterior concrete within _____ of the 

structure sidewalls. 

a) 4 inches 

b) 6 inches 

c) 12 inches 

d) 18 inches 

Answer: C 



97. 

The minimum thickness for concrete floor slabs supported directly on the ground 

shall not be less than _______ unless designed by an architect or engineer. 

a) 3 inches 


c) 4 inches 

d) 5 inches 

Answer: B 




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98. 

The minimum concrete cover for concrete cast against and permanently exposed 

to earth shall be in accordance with __________ . 

a) ACI 101 

b) ACI 208 

c) ACI 318 

d) ASCE 7 

Answer: C 

Solution: 1907 1907.7 1907.7.1 


99. 

Mixing of concrete shall be performed in accordance with __________ . 

a) ASTM C 550 

b) ACI 318 

c) ANSI E 85 

d) Ready Mixed Association 

Answer: B 



100. 

What is the minimum thickness for a polyethylene vapor retarder beneath a 

concrete floor slab 

a) 2 mil 

b) 4 mil 

c) 6 mil 

d) 8 mil 

Answer: C 



101. 

Conduits and pipes are permitted to be embedded in concrete if ___. 

a) placed within the top 1/3 of the slab 

b) approved by the registered design professional 

c) walls are thicker than 12 inches 

d) in accordance with ACI 813 

Answer: B 




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102. 

Conducting strength tests of concrete shall be as specified in ACI 318, except 

when the total volume of concrete is less than ______ cubic yards. 

a) 50 

b) 30 

c) 20 

d) 10 

Answer: A 

Solution: 1905.6.2 Exception: 


103. 

What is the minimum thickness of a structural plain concrete foundation wall 

a) 6 inches 


c) 8 inches 

d) 12 inches 

Answer: B 



104. 

What is the weathering probability for concrete which is placed in Jacksonville, 

Florida 

a) Severe 

b) Moderate 

c) Negligible 

d) No probability 

Answer: C 

Solution: Figure 1904.3 



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105. 

The minimum thickness of reinforced gypsum concrete shall be ___. Assume no 

special conditions have been satisfied. 

a) 2" 

b) 3" 

c) 4" 

d) 6" 

Answer: A 



106. 

Wall thickness of extruded aluminum members shall be not less than _____ for 

screen enclosures. 

a) .024 inch 

b) .040 inch 

c) .044 inch 

d) .052 inch 

Answer: B 



107. 

According to the Code, and as a construction safeguard, what is the maximum 

slope for permanent fill on a jobsite Assume a soil investigation report has not 

been submitted. 

a) 1 unit vertical in 2 units horizontal 

b) 1 unit vertical in 1 unit horizontal 

c) 2 units vertical in 1 unit horizontal 

d) 1 unit vertical in 3 units horizontal 

Answer: A 

Solution: 3304.1.1 Slope limits 


108. 

The minimum thickness for formed sheet aluminum structural wall panels shall be 

____ . 

a) .020 inch 

b) .022 inch 

c) .024 inch 

d) .040 inch 


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Answer: C 



109. 

Any portion of a masonry fireplace or chimney located in the interior of a 

building or within the exterior wall of a building shall have a clearance to 

combustibles of not less than _____. 

a) 1" 

b) 2" 

c) 3" 

d) 4" 

Answer: B 

Solution: 2111.11 2113.19 


110. 

Where a lining of firebrick at least 2" in thickness is provided for masonry 

fireplaces, the total thickness of the back and sidewalls, including the lining, shall 

be not less than __________ . 

a) 4" 

b) 6" 

c) 8" 

d) 10" 

Answer: C 



111. 

Regarding masonry wall construction, walls _____ and less in height above grade 

do not require bracing. 

a) 6' 

b) 8' 

c) 10' 

d) 12' 

Answer: B 

Solution: 2104.1.7 Exception 2. 



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112. 

Where no firebrick lining is provided, the minimum thickness of the back and 

sidewalls shall be not less than _______ of solid masonry for fireplaces. 

a) 8" 

b) 10" 

c) 12" 

d) 16" 

Answer: B 



113. 

The fireplace throat shall be located a minimum of _____ inches above the top of 

the fireplace opening. 

a) 6" 

b) 8" 

c) 12" 

d) 16" 

Answer: B 



114. 

For conventional light wood frame construction, what is the maximum floor-tofloor 

height limit, to comply with the Building Code 

a) 10 feet 

b) 11 feet, 7 inches 

c) 12 feet 

d) 20 feet 

Answer: B 

Solution: 2308 2308.2 Note 2. 



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115. 

Steel fireplace units incorporating a firebox liner of not less than 1/4 inch thick 

steel and an air-circulating chamber may be installed with masonry to provide a 

total thickness at the back and sides of not less than ____, of which not less than 

_____ shall be solid masonry. 

a) 4", 4" 

b) 6", 4" 

c) 6", 6" 

d) 8", 4" 

Answer: D 



116. 

The firebox of a masonry fireplace shall have a minimum depth of 20". The throat 

shall be at least 8" above the fireplace opening. The throat opening shall be at 

least ____ deep. 

a) 2 inches 

b) 3 inches 

c) 4 inches 

d) 6 inches 

Answer: C 



117. 

Regarding termite inspection, masonry veneer supported by a shelf, angle or lintel 

secured to the foundation sidewall shall provide at least a _____ inch clear 

inspection space of the foundation sidewall exterior existing between the veneer 

and the grade, deck or walk. 

a) 4 

b) 6 

c) 8 

d) 12 

Answer: B 

Solution: 2114.2 Exception: 



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118. 

Gable end walls of cold formed steel framing shall be structurally continuous 

between __________. 

a) points of lateral support 

b) opposing walls 

c) shearwalls 

d) hinge points 

Answer: A 



119. 

What is the maximum post spacing permitted for chain link fence, when installed 

in the High Velocity Hurricane Zone 

a) 8 feet on center 

b) 10 feet on center 

c) 12 feet on center 

d) not permitted by Code 

Answer: B 

Solution: Section 2224 Table 2224 Footnote: 9. 


120. 

For tubular columns in a High Velocity Hurricane Zone, concrete fill in tubular 

members shall not be assumed to carry any of the load except in compression 

members having a least dimension of ___ or greater and having a 1 inch 

inspection hole in the plate at each end. 

a) 6 inches 

b) 7 inches 

c) 8 inches 

d) 10 inches 

Answer: C 




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121. 

The minimum clearance between wood siding and earth on the exterior of a 

building shall be not less than ______ , except where siding is of approved 

preservative-treated or naturally durable wood. 

a) 6" 

b) 8" 

c) 4" 

d) 2" 

Answer: A 

Solution: 2304.11.2.6 


122. 

Which of the following standards would preservative treated wood and the 

preservatives conform to 

a) ASTM Standards 

b) AITC Standards 

c) AWPA Standards 

d) ANSI Standards 

Answer: C 



123. 

Which of the following is required by code when fastening a rafter to the plate. 

Assume toenailing. 

a) 3 - 16d common 

b) 2 - 8d common 

c) 3 - 6d common 

d) 3 - 8d common 

Answer: D 

Solution: Table 2304.9.1 #19. 



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124. 

Wood posts placed in a basement which will support permanent structures shall 

be supported by concrete piers that project at least _________ inch/es above the 

floor slab. 

a) 1 

b) 2 

c) 3 

d) 4 

Answer: A 

Solution: 2304.11.2.7 Exception: 1. 


125. 

Floor underlayment shall not be less than ______. 

a) 3/4" plywood 

b) 1/2" plywood 

c) 1/4" particleboard 

d) 1/8" MDO board 

Answer: C 

Solution: 2303.1.7.1 


126. 

Sills on continuous foundations shall be not less than 2" thick and shall be 

anchored by 1/2" bolts spaced not more than _____ apart and embedded at least 

7" into the concrete. 

a) 2' 

b) 4' 

c) 5' 

d) 6' 

Answer: D 

Solution: 2304.3.1 2308.6 



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127. 

Notches on the ends of joists shall not exceed 1/4 the depth. Holes bored for pipes 

or cables shall not be within 2 inches of the top or bottom of the joist and the 

diameter of any such hole shall not exceed _______ the depth of the joists. 

a) 1/4 

b) 1/3 

c) 1/6 

d) 1/2 

Answer: B 

Solution: 2308.8.2 2308.10.4.2 


128. 

____ common nails are used to nail double top plates in the lap splice. 

a) 12 - 8d 

b) 6 - 10d 

c) 8 - 16d 

d) 4 - 20d 

Answer: C 

Solution: Table 2304.9.1 #10. 


129. 

With few exceptions, not less than ______ studs shall be installed in every corner 

of an exterior wall. 

a) 1 

b) 2 

c) 3 

d) 4 

Answer: C 



130. 

Attic spaces shall be provided with an interior access opening not less than _____ 

by 30". 

a) 12" 

b) 20" 

c) 22" 

d) 24" 


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Answer: B 



131. 

Rafters shall be framed directly opposite each other at the ridge. The ridge board 

shall be at least _______ in thickness. 

a) 1 inch 

b) 2 inches 

c) 1/2 inch 

d) 5/8 inch 

Answer: A 



132. 

Where headers are provided over openings in exterior walls, each end of each 

header shall have a minimum end bearing of ____ for the full width of the header. 

a) 6 inches 

b) 4 inches 

c) 3 inches 

d) 1-1/2 inches 

Answer: D 

Solution: 2308.9.5.2 


133. 

For an opening 7'- 4" wide, each end of a double 2" x 12" header shall rest on 

_______ , when the exterior wall header supports only the roof and ceiling of a 

36' wide building. 

a) a single jack stud 

b) framing anchors attached to full height studs 

c) double jack studs at each end 

d) triple jack studs at each end 

Answer: C 

Solution: Table 2308.9.5, 36' w, roof & ceiling, 2- 2" x 12", max. 7'- 6" span NJ = 2 



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134. 

Which header will be required for an exterior wall when the building is 36 feet 

wide, the header supports the roof and ceiling only and the opening is 4 feet wide 

 

a) 2 - 2" x 6" 

b) 2 - 2" x 8" 

c) 2 - 2" x 10" 

d) 2 - 2" x 12" 

Answer: A 

Solution: Table 2308.9.5, 36' width, roof & ceiling, 2 - 2" x 6", max. 4'- 2" span 


135. 

Where preservative treated wood is used in enclosed locations where drying in 

service cannot readily occur, such wood shall be at a moisture content of ______ 

or less before being covered. 

a) 12% 

b) 15% 

c) 19% 

d) 25% 

Answer: C 

Solution: 2303.1.8.2 


136. 

Wood girders located over a crawl space or unexcavated area within the periphery 

of a building shall be of approved naturally durable wood or preservative-treated 

wood when they are closer than _________ to exposed ground. 

a) 8" 

b) 12" 

c) 16" 

d) 18" 

Answer: B 

Solution: 2304.11.2.1 



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137. 

Draftstopping materials shall be not less than ____ wood structural panel or other 

approved materials adequately supported. 

a) 5/16" 

b) 3/8" 

c) 15/32" 

d) 3/4" 

Answer: B 



138. 

Where combustible members enter and terminate in a masonry fire wall, they 

must be separated from the opposite side of the wall _________ . 

a) by a 1/4" metal plate. 

b) by 1/2" cement board 

c) by 3" of air space 

d) by 4" of solid masonry 

Answer: D 



139. 

Joists framing from opposite sides of a beam, girder or partition shall be lapped at 

least ______ and fastened, or the opposing joists shall be tied together in an 

approved manner. 

a) 2" 

b) 3" 

c) 6" 

d) 2 feet 

Answer: B 

Solution: 2308.8.2 2nd paragraph 



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140. 

A wood structural panel has a panel span rating of 32 / 16 stamped on the back of 

the sheet. The 32 refers to the _________, whereas the 16 refers to the maximum 

span between floor members. 

a) maximum span between wall studs 

b) maximum spacing of wall studs 

c) maximum spacing of floor trusses 

d) maximum span between roof supports 

Answer: D 

Solution: Table 2304.7(3) 


141. 

Which of the following complies with the code requirement for exterior wall 

sheathing 

a) Particle board shall be no less than 5/16" for 24" o.c. studs 

b) Plywood shall be no less than 7/16" for 16" stud spacing. 

c) Wood boards shall have a minimum thickness of 5/8". 

d) Fiberboard shall not be less than 3/8" thick. 

Answer: C 

Solution: 2308.9.3 #2. #3. #4 #6. See Table 2308.9.3(4) 


142. 

Notches in the top or bottom of joists shall not be located in the middle ____ of 

the span. 

a) 1/2 

b) 1/3 

c) 1/4 

d) 1/6 

Answer: B 

Solution: 2308.8.2 2308.10.4.2 



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143. 

Openings into the attic space of any habitable building shall be covered with 

screening or hardware cloth to prevent the entry of birds, etc. Openings therein 

shall not exceed ___ . 

a) 1/8 inch 

b) 1/4 inch 

c) 1/2 inch 

d) 3/4 inch 

Answer: B 



144. 

When toe nailing a stud to sole plate, the number and minimum nail size to be 

used is ___ . 

a) 2 - 16d 

b) 2 - 12d 

c) 2 - 10d 

d) 4 - 8d 

Answer: D 

Solution: Table 2304.9.1 #8 


145. 

3/4" plywood sub flooring shall be nailed with 6d or 8d commons, ______ o.c. at 

the edges. 

a) 4" 

b) 6" 

c) 7" 

d) 12" 

Answer: B 

Solution: Table 2304.9.1 #31 Location 



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146. 

Sheathing grade plywood with a 32/16 panel span rating is used as sub roofing 

with the face grain perpendicular to the supports and no edge support. The 

maximum rafter spacing shall be ______ on center. 

a) 12" 

b) 16" 

c) 28" 

d) 32" 

Answer: C 

Solution: Table 2304.7(3) Shtg. Grade 32/16 Without edge support 28" 


147. 

When installing 1/2" exterior plywood panel siding, nails should be __. 

a) 10d 

b) 8d 

c) 6d 

d) 4d 

Answer: C 

Solution: Table 2304.9.1 #32 


148. 

Determine the minimum header size required for the given opening in an exterior 

bearing wall that supports a roof and ceiling only. Southern Pine, 28 foot building 

width, 7'- 2" opening, 2 jack studs each side. 

a) 2 - 2" x 4" 

b) 2 - 2" x 6" 

c) 2 - 2" x 8" 

d) 2 - 2" x 10" 

Answer: D 

Solution: Table 2308.9.5 28' width cover 7'- 2" (7'-3") 2 NJ 2-2" x 10" 



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149. 

Determine the minimum header size required for the given opening in an exterior 

wall that supports a roof and ceiling only. Hem-Fir, 20 foot building width, 10'- 

0" opening, 1 jack stud each side. 

a) 2 - 2" x 12" 

b) 3 - 2" x 10" 

c) 3 - 2" x 12" 

d) 4 - 2" x 10" 

Answer: B 

Solution: Table 2308.9.5 20' width cover 10' (10' -6") 1 NJ 3-2" x 10" 


150. 

The maximum spacing of wood studs for interior non-bearing partitions is 

__________ . 

a) 16" o.c. 

b) 18" o.c. 

c) 24" o.c. 

d) 28" o.c. 

Answer: D 

Solution: 2308.9.2.3 


151. 

A project requires a wood structural panel shear wall having 510 pounds per 

linear foot of shear. The wall has no openings. The nail pattern is 10d at 4" o.c. 

Which is approved 

a) 15/32" Structural I 

b) 15/32" Sheathing, Plywood Siding 

c) 7/16" Oriented Strand Board 

d) 7/16" Medium Density Overlay 

Answer: A 

Solution: Table 2306.3 Str 1 15/32" 10d Under 4" oc 510 plf 



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152. 

Where floor joists or roof trusses are spaced more than 16" o.c. and the bearing 

studs are spaced 24" o.c., such joists or trusses shall bear within ___ of the studs 

beneath or a third plate shall be installed. 

a) 1 inch 

b) 4 inches 

c) 5 inches 

d) 6 inches 

Answer: C 

Solution: 2308.9.2.2 


153. 

The ratio of total net free ventilating area to ceiling area shall be not less than 

______ for gabled or hipped roofs. Assume attic has no vapor retarder or vents in 

the upper portion. 

a) 1/300 

b) 1/250 

c) 1/150 

d) 1/100 

Answer: A 



154. 

Except when applied to concrete or masonry, exposed aggregate plaster shall be 

applied in not less than 2 coats to a minimum thickness of _____. 

a) 1/2" 

b) 5/8" 

c) 3/4" 

d) 7/8" 

Answer: D 




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155. 

No plaster shall be applied until the lathing has been inspected and approved by 

the ___ . 

a) The Prime Contractor 

b) The Building Official 

c) The Architect or Engineer 

d) The Project Owner 

Answer: B 

Solution: 2503.1 110.3 (the extra .5 is a typographical error) 


156. 

When constructing a horizontal gypsum board ceiling diaphragm, the maximum 

spacing of framing members shall be ______ on center. 

a) 12" 

b) 16" 

c) 19.2" 

d) 24" 

Answer: D 

Solution: Table 2508.5 


157. 

Flat plastic skylights shall have a slope of at least _________ . 

a) 2:12 

b) 3:12 

c) 4:12 

d) 5:12 

Answer: C 



158. 

Chimneys shall extend at least ________ feet above the highest point where they 

pass through the roof of the building and at least two feet higher than any portion 

of the roof or building located within 10 feet horizontally. 

a) 2' 

b) 3' 

c) 4' 

d) 5' 


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Answer: B 



159. 

The maximum height or thickness of a marquee measured vertically from its 

lowest to its highest point shall not exceed ______. Assume the marquee projects 

one-half the distance from the property line to the curb line. 

a) 3 feet 

b) 6 feet 

c) 8 feet 

d) 9 feet 

Answer: D 

Solution: 3106.2 (3' if more than 2/3 distance) (9' if less than 2/3 distance) 


160. 

Regarding the temporary use of streets and obstructions placed near them, 

construction materials shall not be located within _______ of a street intersection. 

a) 10' 

b) 15' 

c) 20' 

d) 50' 

Answer: C 



161. 

Walkways over excavated areas shall be made of boards not less than 2" nominal 

dimension designed to support a load of not less than ____ psf. 

a) 100 

b) 125 

c) 150 

d) 175 

Answer: C 




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162. 

Every excavation on a site located 5 feet or less from the street lot line shall be 

enclosed with a barrier not less than ________ high. 

a) 4 feet 

b) 5 feet 

c) 6 feet 

d) 8 feet 

Answer: C 



163. 

If a permit fee is $460.00 for the first $100,000 of valuation and $3.00 per 

thousand thereafter, the permit fee for a project with a valuation of $450,000 

would be _____ . 

a) $460.00 

b) $1,510.00 

c) $1,810.00 

d) $1,825.00 

Answer: B 

Solution: Math 


164. 

Each operator of an ATM or automated teller machine shall provide lighting 

during the hours of darkness. The intensity of the lighting at the face of the ATM 

shall be ______________________________. (*R) 

a) 2 footcandle 

b) 10 footcandle 

c) 50 footcandle 

d) provided by reflective mirrors only 

Answer: B 

Solution: 3112.2 1. 4. 



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165. 

According to Florida Building Code, all swimming pools shall be completely 

enclosed by a fence at least 4 feet in height. Openings in the fence shall not permit 

the passage of a sphere __________ inches (maximum) in diameter. 

a) 2 

b) 3 

c) 4 

d) 6 

Answer: C 

Solution: 424.2.17.1.2 


166. 

According to Florida Building Code, The minimum distance between any two 

required inlets in a private pool shall be _________ feet. (*R *B) 

a) 5 

b) 10 

c) 20 

d) 25 

Answer: B 

Solution: 424.2.21.5 


167. 

According to Florida Building Code, All pool piping shall be tested and proven 

tight under a static water or air pressure test of _____ psi minimum for 15 

minutes. (*R *B) 

a) 20 

b) 30 

c) 35 

d) 45 

Answer: C 

Solution: 424.2.12.1 



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168. 

According to Florida Building Code, A ladder or steps is not required at the 

shallow end of a pool that has a maximum depth of _________ inches. 

a) 24 

b) 27 

c) 30 

d) 36 

Answer: A 



169. 

According to Florida Building Code, The maximum mesh size of a chain link 

fence shall be _____ inch square. Assume no slats. Assume fence surrounds a 

private pool. 

a) 1 ¼ 

b) 1 ½ 

c) 2 ¼ 

d) 3 

Answer: C 

Solution: 424.2.17.1.6 


170. 

Safety glazing shall be required in hazardous locations such as a shower 

enclosure. Such safety glazing shall be required when the bottom exposed edge is 

less than ______ above a standing surface. Assume building wall enclosing this 

compartment. 

a) 24" 

b) 36" 

c) 48" 

d) 60" 

Answer: D 

Solution: 2406.4 5. 



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171. 

According to the Florida Building Code, Building, an application for a permit for 

any proposed work shall be deemed to have been abandoned ______ after the date 

of filing. 

a) 30 days 

b) 90 days 

c) 180 days 

d) 365 days 

Answer: C 



172. 

According to Florida Building Code, The maximum floor slope from the shallow 

end to the deep end of a 5' deep pool without an approved diving configuration 

shall be 1 foot in ______ feet. 

a) 10 

b) 12 

c) 20 

d) 40 

Answer: A 

Solution: 424.1.2.2.3.1 


173. 

According to Florida Building Code, private sanitary facilities located in motel 

living units and accessible within a ____ foot maximum radius from the nearest 

pool waters edge may be used instead of facilities at the pool. 

a) 75 

b) 150 

c) 200 

d) 250 

Answer: C 

Solution: 424.1.6.1 Exception: 



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174. 

According to Florida Building Code, a perimeter overflow system shall be 

capable of carrying at least __________ percent of the recirculation flow. (*R *B) 

a) 40 

b) 60 

c) 75 

d) 100 

Answer: D 

Solution: 424.1.6.5.3 


175. 

According to Florida Building Code, the maximum riser height for a stair leading 

into a pool is ____. 

a) 7" 

b) 8" 

c) 9" 

d) 10" 

Answer: D 

Solution: 424.1.2.5.3 


176. 

According to Florida Building Code, food or drink service facilities shall not be 

located within ____ feet of the waters edge of a public swimming pool. 

a) 4 

b) 10 

c) 12 

d) 15 

Answer: C 

Solution: 424.1.3.1.7 


177. 

According to Florida Building Code, overhead lighting shall provide a minimum 

of ___ foot candles of illumination at the pool water surface and the pool deck 

surface for outdoor pools that are used at night. 

a) 3 

b) 5 

c) 10 

d) 15 


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Answer: A 

Solution: 424.1.4.2.1 


178. 

According to Florida Building Code, the maximum spacing between weir 

openings in a perimeter overflow skimmer system is _____, if 2" diameter piping 

is used. (*R *B) 

a) 8 feet 

b) 10 feet 

c) 15 feet 

d) 20 feet 

Answer: B 

Solution: 424.1.6.5.3.1 


179. 

A building official is authorized to issue a permit for temporary structures and 

uses. Such permit is valid for not more than _______. 

a) 30 days 

b) 90 days 

c) 120 days 

d) 180 days 

Answer: D 



180. 

In conventional light-frame construction, what is the maximum bearing wall 

floor-to-floor height 

a) 8’ 

b) 11’ - 7" 

c) 12’ 

d) 14’ 

Answer: B 

Solution: FBC Building, 2308.2 Limitations 2. 



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181. 

As per Florida Building Code, the use of rebar with rust or mill scale would be 

acceptable if the surface condition complied with __________. 

a) ACI 318, Section 7.2 

b) ACI 318, Section 7.3 

c) ACI 318, Section 7.4 

d) ACI 318, Section 7.5 

Answer: C 



182. 

Prior to plan review and issuance of a building permit, a building official may 

issue a permit for: 

a) temporary structures. 

b) digging of footings and foundations 

c) site work 

d) permanent electrical power to the site 

Answer: A 



183. 

A sunroom addition is defined as a one story structure added to an existing 

dwelling with an open or glazed area ______ of the gross area of its exterior walls 

and roof. 

a) 40 percent 

b) up to 40 percent 

c) in excess of 40 percent 

d) 40 percent or more 

Answer: C 

Solution: 202 Definitions, look under S, 1202.1 


184. 

According to the Florida Building Code, When emergency repair work is 

performed, the application for permit must be submitted ___________. 

a) before the work begins 

b) within the next working business day 

c) within the next 72 hours 

d) within the next 2 working business days 


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Answer: B 

Solution: FBC 105.2.1 Emergency repairs 


185. 

According to the Florida Building Code, compacted fill less than 12 inches in 

depth need not comply with an approved report, provided it has been compacted 

to a minimum of ________. 

a) 80% 

b) 85% 

c) 90% 

d) 95% 

Answer: C 

Solution: FBC 1804.5 Compacting fill material Exception 


186. 

Steel studs in gable endwalls shall be _____ for special wind provisions. 

a) limited to 8 feet in height 

b) structurally continuous between points of lateral support 

c) sheathed with panels having a 6:1 L/W ratio 

d) a minimum of 25 mils in thickness 

Answer: B 



187. 

Steel studs in gable endwalls adjacent to cathedral ceilings shall be continuous 

from the uppermost floor to the ___________________. 

a) ceiling diaphragm only 

b) roof diaphragm only 

c) ceiling diaphragm or to the roof diaphragm 

d) sill plate of the kneewall above 

Answer: C 




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188. 

What is the minimum fire resistance rating required for a column in a building of 

Type VA construction 

a) 1 hour 

b) 2 hours 

c) 3 hours 

d) 4 hours 

Answer: A 

Solution: Table 601, Columns, Type VA 


189. 

Face nailing of joist to band joist must be made with a minimum of: 

a) three 16d nails 

b) four 16d nails 

c) three 18d nails 

d) four 18d nails 

Answer: A 

Solution: TABLE 2304.9.1 


190. 

End joints in double top plates shall be offset at least _____ and shall be nailed 

with not less than eight 16d face nails on each side of the joist. 

a) 24 inches 

b) 32 inches 

c) 36 inches 

d) 48 inches 

Answer: D 

Solution: 2308.9.2.1 Top plates 


191. 

In conventional framing, what size header would be used when installing a 3’- 6” 

wide window in a single story building which is 36’ wide. 

a) 2 – 2 x 4 

b) 2 – 2 x 6 

c) 2 – 2 x 8 

d) 2 – 2 x 10 


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Answer: B 

Solution: TABLE 2308.9.5 

HEADER AND GIRDER SPANS FOR EXTERIOR BEARING WALLS 

Roof and Ceiling, 36' width, Span up to 4'- 2" 



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