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IRC (International Residential Code) - ANSWER Created to serve as a complete,
comprehensive code regulating the construction of single-family, two-family and buildings
consisting of three or more townhouse units.
First 2 chapters of code book are - ANSWER Administrative
Plans or supporting documents are almost always required by the controlling authority prior
to issuing a permit. T or F - ANSWER True
Does the building official have the authority to render interpretations of the code? -
ANSWER Yes
None of the following require a permit, EXCEPT:
sidewalks and driveways
tiling
an 8 foot fence
playground equipment - ANSWER 8 foot fence.
Tables and illustrations are always supported by information found in the written code and
footnotes. T or F - ANSWER False
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,The amount of evenly distributed weight imposed by inhabitants, goods and removable
objects on a floor or roof system is referred to as - ANSWER Live load.
If a code requirement is in the book, it is both acceptable and enforceable by the code
official. T or F - ANSWER True.
Illustrations are typically referred to as - ANSWER Figures.
Generally speaking, the building official's job is to - ANSWER Determine that buildings
are built to the minimum enforceable standard.
It is required that all manufacturer instructions be at the jobsite at the time of inspection. T
or F - ANSWER True.
All of the following are not considered habitable spaces EXCEPT:
bathrooms
kitchens
storage spaces
closets - ANSWER Kitchen.
Bathrooms must be provided with an aggregate glazing area no less than _____ square feet,
half of which must be openable. - ANSWER 3.
The maximum height of an egress window above the floor is - ANSWER 44 inches.
A basement bedroom must have an egress window with a clear opening of at least ______
square feet. - ANSWER 5.7 sq ft.
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,At least one side-hinged exit door must be in each dwelling unit, and must be _____ feet
wide. - ANSWER 3.
A porch more than _____ inches above grade must be provided with 36" guards. -
ANSWER 30 inches.
Wall and ceiling finishes shall have a flame-spread classification of no more than ______ . -
ANSWER 200.
According to code, concrete must reach at least 70% of it's ability within ____________days.
- ANSWER 7 days.
A stud used for a non-bearing partitions may not be notched more than ____% of the stud
width. - ANSWER 40%.
The Michigan Uniform Energy code applies to new buildings as well as -
ANSWER Additions, alterations, renovation and repairs.
___________ is a measure of how well the window or door assembly conducts heat. The
lower the number, the better insulation the assembly will provide. - ANSWER U-factor.
Energy losses from recessed lighting fixtures can often reach ___% of the total thermal loss
of a ceiling. - ANSWER 50%.
Michigan requires a minimum thermal resistance of ____________for mechanical system
piping. - ANSWER R-3.
Oversized HVAC equipment has a higher initial cost, a higher operating cost, provides less
comfort, and shorter life expectancy. T or F - ANSWER True.
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, _______ is the compliance route that applies Table 402.1.1 to building envelope
components, and is considered the most simple. - ANSWER Prescriptive Path.
___________ can be used to satisfy U-factor and SHGC requirements. - ANSWER Area
weighted averages.
Recessed lights must be _____ rated. - ANSWER IC (Insulation Contact)
Up to 15 square feet of glazing per dwelling unit is exempted from U-value requirements. T
or F - ANSWER True.
The 2009 IECC requires a permanent certificate posted on the electrical distribution panel.
The certificate shall be completed by the builder or - ANSWER Registered design
professional.
One hurdle contractors face when bidding for an energy efficient project is choosing
materials that fit the design, and also meet - ANSWER State energy code
requirements.
Historically significant buildings are not exempt from code changes. T or F -
ANSWER False.
Insulation products (blown and sprayed) must be documented with: - ANSWER R-
value
Settled thickness
Manufacturer name
The new Michigan codes took effect in - ANSWER March 2011.
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UPDATE!!!!2025/2026|GUARANTEED PASS|GRADED
IRC (International Residential Code) - ANSWER Created to serve as a complete,
comprehensive code regulating the construction of single-family, two-family and buildings
consisting of three or more townhouse units.
First 2 chapters of code book are - ANSWER Administrative
Plans or supporting documents are almost always required by the controlling authority prior
to issuing a permit. T or F - ANSWER True
Does the building official have the authority to render interpretations of the code? -
ANSWER Yes
None of the following require a permit, EXCEPT:
sidewalks and driveways
tiling
an 8 foot fence
playground equipment - ANSWER 8 foot fence.
Tables and illustrations are always supported by information found in the written code and
footnotes. T or F - ANSWER False
1
,The amount of evenly distributed weight imposed by inhabitants, goods and removable
objects on a floor or roof system is referred to as - ANSWER Live load.
If a code requirement is in the book, it is both acceptable and enforceable by the code
official. T or F - ANSWER True.
Illustrations are typically referred to as - ANSWER Figures.
Generally speaking, the building official's job is to - ANSWER Determine that buildings
are built to the minimum enforceable standard.
It is required that all manufacturer instructions be at the jobsite at the time of inspection. T
or F - ANSWER True.
All of the following are not considered habitable spaces EXCEPT:
bathrooms
kitchens
storage spaces
closets - ANSWER Kitchen.
Bathrooms must be provided with an aggregate glazing area no less than _____ square feet,
half of which must be openable. - ANSWER 3.
The maximum height of an egress window above the floor is - ANSWER 44 inches.
A basement bedroom must have an egress window with a clear opening of at least ______
square feet. - ANSWER 5.7 sq ft.
2
,At least one side-hinged exit door must be in each dwelling unit, and must be _____ feet
wide. - ANSWER 3.
A porch more than _____ inches above grade must be provided with 36" guards. -
ANSWER 30 inches.
Wall and ceiling finishes shall have a flame-spread classification of no more than ______ . -
ANSWER 200.
According to code, concrete must reach at least 70% of it's ability within ____________days.
- ANSWER 7 days.
A stud used for a non-bearing partitions may not be notched more than ____% of the stud
width. - ANSWER 40%.
The Michigan Uniform Energy code applies to new buildings as well as -
ANSWER Additions, alterations, renovation and repairs.
___________ is a measure of how well the window or door assembly conducts heat. The
lower the number, the better insulation the assembly will provide. - ANSWER U-factor.
Energy losses from recessed lighting fixtures can often reach ___% of the total thermal loss
of a ceiling. - ANSWER 50%.
Michigan requires a minimum thermal resistance of ____________for mechanical system
piping. - ANSWER R-3.
Oversized HVAC equipment has a higher initial cost, a higher operating cost, provides less
comfort, and shorter life expectancy. T or F - ANSWER True.
3
, _______ is the compliance route that applies Table 402.1.1 to building envelope
components, and is considered the most simple. - ANSWER Prescriptive Path.
___________ can be used to satisfy U-factor and SHGC requirements. - ANSWER Area
weighted averages.
Recessed lights must be _____ rated. - ANSWER IC (Insulation Contact)
Up to 15 square feet of glazing per dwelling unit is exempted from U-value requirements. T
or F - ANSWER True.
The 2009 IECC requires a permanent certificate posted on the electrical distribution panel.
The certificate shall be completed by the builder or - ANSWER Registered design
professional.
One hurdle contractors face when bidding for an energy efficient project is choosing
materials that fit the design, and also meet - ANSWER State energy code
requirements.
Historically significant buildings are not exempt from code changes. T or F -
ANSWER False.
Insulation products (blown and sprayed) must be documented with: - ANSWER R-
value
Settled thickness
Manufacturer name
The new Michigan codes took effect in - ANSWER March 2011.
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