Construction Technology 9.01

A purpose of a subfloor is to:
1. Insulate.
2. Prevent squeaks.
3. Prevent vapor.
4. Provide base for underlayment.
Underlayment provides a smooth surface for:
1. Drywall.
2. Finish flooring.
3. Paint.
4. Paneling.
What wood members extend from one header joist to the other header joist on the opposite side?
1. Floor joists
2. Plates
3. Sill
4. Termite shield
A masonry or concrete column used to support a beam, girder, or floor joist is a:
1. Pier.
2. Sill.
3. Span.
4. Tee post.
The letter H on the preceding diagram is pointing to the:
1. Bearing plate.
2. Header.
3. Sill.
4. Termite shield.
The letter C on the preceding diagram is pointing to the:
1. Common joist.
2. Joist header.
3. Tail joist.
4. Trimmer joist.
The letter F on the preceding diagram is pointing to the:
1. Common joist.
2. Joist header.
3. Tail joist.
4. Trimmer joist.
The letter G on the preceding diagram is pointing to the:
1. Common joist.
2. Joist header.
3. Tail joist.
4. Trimmer joist.
The letter L on the preceding diagram is pointing to the:
1. .Beam or girder.
2. Column.
3. Joist header.
4. Triple joist.
The letter J on the preceding diagram is pointing to the joist:
1. Bracket.
2. Hanger.
3. Header.
4. Splicer.
In early times, the brace frame method of construction was frequently used because MOST bearing lumber was in what position?
1. Backward
2. Horizontal
3. Level
4. Vertical
In braced frame construction, rigidity is added by what type braces?
1. Diagonal
2. Horizontal
3. Upright
4. Vertical
In the balloon frame method of construction, studs are continuous from the sill to the:
1. Corner post.
2. Rafter plate.
3. Sole plate.
4. Top plate.
In the balloon frame, what MUST be installed in the walls between each stud?
1. Fire stops
2. Ledgers
3. Let-ins
4. Studs
For post and beam framing, plank sub-floors or roofs are USUALLY of what nominal thickness?
1. 1"
2. 2"
3. 2.5"
4. 3"
What is used to stiffen floor frames to prevent unequal deflection of the joists?
1. Bridging
2. Headers
3. Joists
4. Plywood
Assuming that there is no internal wood decay, which type girder has the LEAST strength?
1. Built-up
2. Glulam
3. LVL
4. Solid lumber
Splices that need to be made in the header joist can meet either in the center of a joist or be joined by a:
1. Hanger.
2. Nailer.
3. Scab.
4. Strap.

Construction Technology 9.01

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