Roofing Practice Exam #2. Questions
with Correct Verified Answers 2026-
2027. Graded A
A common practice for adequate attic ventilation is to allow 1 square foot of
net free vent opening – ANS for each 150 square feet of horizontal attic
surface when the roof has no vapor barrier
A particular roofing project has been calculated at 18.65 acres. How many
bundles of 24" x 4/2" wood shingles would be required to complete this roof
using an 11" exposure? - ANS51 bundles
A roof measuring 152 feet by 152 feet is 19 inches higher at the ridge than
the eave. Assuming a uniform slope, what is the rise and run of this roof? -
ANS1/4 in 12
A roofing contractor is estimating the number of 4 factory square rolls of
15# felt required for this residence. How many rolls would be required to
complete this project assuming no ridge, hip or valley lap? - ANS20 rolls
(refer to answer sheet for how to do problem)
A simple rectangular house with a gable roof plan measuring 40' wide by
60' long and a 6 in 12 rise in run is to be covered with 24" x12" slate. What
is the total number of nails needed for this project slate if the slate is 3/4"
1
, thick? - ANSbetween 12,000 and 14,000 nails (refer to answer sheet for
how to do problem)
A toe board shall be erected along the edge of scaffold platforms more than
______ above lower levels for a distance sufficient to protect employees
below. - ANS10 feet
According to Florida building code, fasteners for copper shingles should
consist of - ANS300 series stainless steel
According to Florida building code, the bottom drip edge or gravel stop
shall have a minimum clearance from the structure of - ANS1/2"
According to Florida building code, what is the minimum design slope for a
thermoset single-ply membrane roof? - ANS1/4:12
According to Florida building code, what is the ultimate design wind speed
on the northwest side of lake okeechobee for risk category I buildings? -
ANS130mph to 140mph
According to NRCA roofing manual: steep-slope roof systems, what is
recommended nail spacing to fasten battens to the deck? - ANS12"
According to NRCA, structural metal panel roof assemblies are generally
used in architectural applications when ________ is required. -
ANSincreased wind uplift resistance
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with Correct Verified Answers 2026-
2027. Graded A
A common practice for adequate attic ventilation is to allow 1 square foot of
net free vent opening – ANS for each 150 square feet of horizontal attic
surface when the roof has no vapor barrier
A particular roofing project has been calculated at 18.65 acres. How many
bundles of 24" x 4/2" wood shingles would be required to complete this roof
using an 11" exposure? - ANS51 bundles
A roof measuring 152 feet by 152 feet is 19 inches higher at the ridge than
the eave. Assuming a uniform slope, what is the rise and run of this roof? -
ANS1/4 in 12
A roofing contractor is estimating the number of 4 factory square rolls of
15# felt required for this residence. How many rolls would be required to
complete this project assuming no ridge, hip or valley lap? - ANS20 rolls
(refer to answer sheet for how to do problem)
A simple rectangular house with a gable roof plan measuring 40' wide by
60' long and a 6 in 12 rise in run is to be covered with 24" x12" slate. What
is the total number of nails needed for this project slate if the slate is 3/4"
1
, thick? - ANSbetween 12,000 and 14,000 nails (refer to answer sheet for
how to do problem)
A toe board shall be erected along the edge of scaffold platforms more than
______ above lower levels for a distance sufficient to protect employees
below. - ANS10 feet
According to Florida building code, fasteners for copper shingles should
consist of - ANS300 series stainless steel
According to Florida building code, the bottom drip edge or gravel stop
shall have a minimum clearance from the structure of - ANS1/2"
According to Florida building code, what is the minimum design slope for a
thermoset single-ply membrane roof? - ANS1/4:12
According to Florida building code, what is the ultimate design wind speed
on the northwest side of lake okeechobee for risk category I buildings? -
ANS130mph to 140mph
According to NRCA roofing manual: steep-slope roof systems, what is
recommended nail spacing to fasten battens to the deck? - ANS12"
According to NRCA, structural metal panel roof assemblies are generally
used in architectural applications when ________ is required. -
ANSincreased wind uplift resistance
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