Construction Technology II

Ceiling joists provide a surface to fasten the ceiling finish and insure that:
1. Floors do not buckle.
2. Insulation is not needed.
3. Opposite walls do not spread.
4. Painting is critical.
What joist extends across the entire span of the structure?
1. Ceiling
2. Cripple
3. Header
4. Trimmer
Whenever possible, lay out and install ceiling joists directly above the wall:
1. Corners.
2. Headers.
3. Plates.
4. Studs.
When laying out ceiling joists 16" or 24" on center, the FIRST measurement is how much shorter?
1. 1/4"
2. 1/2"
3. 5/8"
4. 3/4"
To lay out a common gable roof, the R (rafter) would go on one side of the layout line and on the other would be:
1. C.
2. R.
3. X.
4. Z.
Allowable spans for joists depend on the species, size, and grade of lumber, as well as the spacing and:
1. Load.
2. Pressure.
3. Run.
4. Spot temperature.
What is the MINIMUM overlap required for ceiling joists that are supported by a wall?
1. 6"
2. 12"
3. 12"
4. 24"
If the joists exceed the allowable span, two pieces of joist material MUST be spliced over a bearing wall or:
1. Header.
2. Partition.
3. Plate.
4. Sill.
Appropriate safety equipment for floor openings during construction are:
1. Bandages.
2. Guard rails.
3. Safety tags.
4. Two-way radios.
What are the two ways to join ceiling joists over load bearing walls?
1. Glued or clamped
2. Lapped or butted
3. Mitered or nailed
4. Mortised or hinged
The ends of ceiling joists MUST also be cut at an angle matching the roof:
1. Degree.
2. Level.
3. Peak.
4. Pitch.
Once the ceiling joists are in position, they should be secured to the top plates by:
1. Bolts.
2. Clamping.
3. Toe-nailing.
4. Welding.
A rib-band or strongback is used to prevent twisting or bowing in the:
1. Joists.
2. Plates.
3. Rafters.
4. Trusses.
In addition to holding the joists in line, the strongback provides support for the joists at the center of the:
1. Ridge.
2. Rise.
3. Run.
4. Span.
On the average job, figuring one stud per lineal foot could leave a shortage, so always figure in an extra:
1. 10%.
2. 12%.
3. 15%.
4. 20%.

Construction Technology II - 7.05

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