Certification: California Residential Building Inspector
Exam ID: J1
50 multiple-choice questions
2-hour limit
Open book
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1.
Given: A single-family dwelling less than four stories in height.
Structural plain concrete exterior basement and foundation walls shall not be less than how many inches thick? Click for Answer
A.
6
B.
6½
C.
7½
D.
8
2.
Where no unusual or frost conditions are found, the minimum depth below undisturbed ground surface of a footing and foundation supporting a two-story wood-frame building is _____ in. Click for Answer
A.
6
B.
8
C.
10
D.
12
3.
Construction joints in concrete floors or slabs shall be located within the middle _____ of spans for slabs, beams, and girders. Click for Answer
A.
1/2
B.
1/3
C.
5 ft.
D.
10 ft.
4.
A material installed to restrict the movement of air within open spaces of concealed areas of building components is defined as a: Click for Answer
A.
draft stop.
B.
fire block.
C.
membrane stop.
D.
penetration fire stop.
5.
In cold weather conditions, the minimum allowable mortar temperature during masonry placement is _____ degrees F. Click for Answer
