Construction Technology 9.02

One purpose of the subfloor is to:
1. Allow for extra weight.
2. Give a flat surface to build walls.
3. Insulate.
4. Waterproof.
What type nail is NORMALLY used during sub-floor construction?
1. Brad
2. CC
3. Finish
4. Roofing
To install floor joists, it is extremely important to:
1. Fasten the sill end first.
2. Fasten with adhesive and nails.
3. Have the crowned edge up.
4. Notch and size the ends for any difference in width.
What is the BEST method of squaring a building?
1. 3-4-5
2. Chalk line
3. Combination square
4. Level
If the 3-4-5 method is applied properly, the building will always be:
1. Lively.
2. Out of square.
3. Skewed.
4. Square.
Sills are attached to the foundation wall using either anchor bolts or:
1. Epoxy.
2. Nails.
3. Staples.
4. Straps.
Solid lumber girders are often badly bowed and can create a rise in the floor unless what are pulled down?
1. Caps
2. Crowns
3. Defects
4. Warps
What 12" beams can span the GREATEST distance?
1. Metal
2. Plastic
3. TJI
4. Wood
A joist used to reinforce a floor opening is a:
1. Cripple.
2. Double.
3. Stair.
4. Trimmer.
Header joists carry short joists called:
1. Double joists.
2. Header joists.
3. Sill joists.
4. Tail joists.
Sub-flooring provides a base for:
1. Sheetrock.
2. Sheetrock.
3. Siding.
4. Underlayment.
To install joists for projections and cantilevered floors check local codes for exact:
1. Guidelines.
2. Measurements.
3. Placements.
4. Requirements.