MICHIGAN BUILDERS LICENSE EXAM
During construction it is noticed that water is seeping into the basement
through the walls. What would be the best method of dealing with the
problem?
Backfilling with sand against the building.
Applying a membrane to the exterior basement wall.
Applying waterproof sealer to the interior wall.
Applying tar to the outside of the wall before backfilling. – ANSWERApplying a membrane to the exterior basement wall.
The main purpose of flagged tips in bristles is to
create a smoother finish
provide greater paint holding ability
make for easier cleaning
make the brush last longer – ANSWER- provide greater paint holding
ability
Indicates types and location of siding, shingles, windows, and doors.
Framing plan
Site plan
Elevation plan
Foundation plan – ANSWER- Elevation Plan
Represents the total heat transmission loss through structural materials
K
R value
U value
BTU – ANSWER- U value
To make the insertion of ceiling tiles easier, what is the recommended
minimum spacing between the bottom of framing members and the top
edge of the drop ceiling grid?
1″
2″
3 – 4″
4 – 5″ – ANSWER- 3 – 4″
Costs related to the business of being a builder such as office rent, office
staff, and insurances are best described as
Down costs
Indirect costs
Direct costs
Related costs – ANSWER- Indirect costs
Powder activated tools should not be used on
Steel
Wood
Concrete
Rock – ANSWER- Rock
The most common thickness of underlayment for vinyl flooring is
_.
1/4″
1/2″
5/8″
3/4″ – ANSWER- 1/4″
Standard thickness for interior doors are
1″
1 3/8″
1 ½”
2″ – ANSWER- 1 3/8″
What does figure #3 (below) refer to?
· Cripple stud
· Header
· Sill
· Top Plate – ANSWER- Header
The overhanging part of a rafter that extends beyond the exterior wall is
defined as the
· Overhang
· Soffit
· Tail
· Fascia – ANSWER- Tail
Ladders or steps are used to enter trenches more than deep
· 3 ft
· 4 ft
· 6 ft
· 8 ft – ANSWER- 4 ft
Excavated soil and rock must be stored at least from the edge
of an excavation.
· 2 feet
· 3 feet
· 4 feet
· 10 feet – ANSWER- 2 feet
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