Michigan Builders License Exam
PRACTICE QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS)||
GRADED A+|| LATEST UPDATE 2026
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. -
CORRECTANSWER IRC (International Residential Code)
Administrative -CORRECTANSWER First 2 chapters of code book are
True -CORRECTANSWER Plans or supporting documents are almost always required
by the controlling authority prior to issuing a permit. T or F
Yes -CORRECTANSWER Does the building official have the authority to render
interpretations of the code?
8 foot fence. -CORRECTANSWER None of the following require a permit, EXCEPT:
sidewalks and driveways
tiling
an 8 foot fence
playground equipment
,False -CORRECTANSWER Tables and illustrations are always supported by
information found in the written code and footnotes. T or F
Live load. -CORRECTANSWER The amount of evenly distributed weight imposed by
inhabitants, goods and removable objects on a floor or roof system is referred to as
True. -CORRECTANSWER If a code requirement is in the book, it is both acceptable
and enforceable by the code official. T or F
Figures. -CORRECTANSWER Illustrations are typically referred to as
Determine that buildings are built to the minimum enforceable standard. -
CORRECTANSWER Generally speaking, the building official's job is to
True. -CORRECTANSWER It is required that all manufacturer instructions be at the
jobsite at the time of inspection. T or F
Kitchen. -CORRECTANSWER All of the following are not considered habitable spaces
EXCEPT:
bathrooms
kitchens
storage spaces
closets
,3. -CORRECTANSWER Bathrooms must be provided with an aggregate glazing area
no less than _____ square feet, half of which must be openable.
44 inches. -CORRECTANSWER The maximum height of an egress window above the
floor is
5.7 sq ft. -CORRECTANSWER A basement bedroom must have an egress window with
a clear opening of at least ______ square feet.
3. -CORRECTANSWER At least one side-hinged exit door must be in each dwelling
unit, and must be _____ feet wide.
30 inches. -CORRECTANSWER A porch more than _____ inches above grade must be
provided with 36" guards.
200. -CORRECTANSWER Wall and ceiling finishes shall have a flame-spread
classification of no more than ______ .
7 days. -CORRECTANSWER According to code, concrete must reach at least 70% of
it's ability within ____________days.
, 40%. -CORRECTANSWER A stud used for a non-bearing partitions may not be
notched more than ____% of the stud width.
Additions, alterations, renovation and repairs. -CORRECTANSWER The Michigan
Uniform Energy code applies to new buildings as well as
U-factor. -CORRECTANSWER ___________ is a measure of how well the window or
door assembly conducts heat. The lower the number, the better insulation the assembly
will provide.
50%. -CORRECTANSWER Energy losses from recessed lighting fixtures can often
reach ___% of the total thermal loss of a ceiling.
R-3. -CORRECTANSWER Michigan requires a minimum thermal resistance of
____________for mechanical system piping.
True. -CORRECTANSWER Oversized HVAC equipment has a higher initial cost, a
higher operating cost, provides less comfort, and shorter life expectancy. T or F
Prescriptive Path. -CORRECTANSWER _______ is the compliance route that applies
Table 402.1.1 to building envelope components, and is considered the most simple.
PRACTICE QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS)||
GRADED A+|| LATEST UPDATE 2026
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. -
CORRECTANSWER IRC (International Residential Code)
Administrative -CORRECTANSWER First 2 chapters of code book are
True -CORRECTANSWER Plans or supporting documents are almost always required
by the controlling authority prior to issuing a permit. T or F
Yes -CORRECTANSWER Does the building official have the authority to render
interpretations of the code?
8 foot fence. -CORRECTANSWER None of the following require a permit, EXCEPT:
sidewalks and driveways
tiling
an 8 foot fence
playground equipment
,False -CORRECTANSWER Tables and illustrations are always supported by
information found in the written code and footnotes. T or F
Live load. -CORRECTANSWER The amount of evenly distributed weight imposed by
inhabitants, goods and removable objects on a floor or roof system is referred to as
True. -CORRECTANSWER If a code requirement is in the book, it is both acceptable
and enforceable by the code official. T or F
Figures. -CORRECTANSWER Illustrations are typically referred to as
Determine that buildings are built to the minimum enforceable standard. -
CORRECTANSWER Generally speaking, the building official's job is to
True. -CORRECTANSWER It is required that all manufacturer instructions be at the
jobsite at the time of inspection. T or F
Kitchen. -CORRECTANSWER All of the following are not considered habitable spaces
EXCEPT:
bathrooms
kitchens
storage spaces
closets
,3. -CORRECTANSWER Bathrooms must be provided with an aggregate glazing area
no less than _____ square feet, half of which must be openable.
44 inches. -CORRECTANSWER The maximum height of an egress window above the
floor is
5.7 sq ft. -CORRECTANSWER A basement bedroom must have an egress window with
a clear opening of at least ______ square feet.
3. -CORRECTANSWER At least one side-hinged exit door must be in each dwelling
unit, and must be _____ feet wide.
30 inches. -CORRECTANSWER A porch more than _____ inches above grade must be
provided with 36" guards.
200. -CORRECTANSWER Wall and ceiling finishes shall have a flame-spread
classification of no more than ______ .
7 days. -CORRECTANSWER According to code, concrete must reach at least 70% of
it's ability within ____________days.
, 40%. -CORRECTANSWER A stud used for a non-bearing partitions may not be
notched more than ____% of the stud width.
Additions, alterations, renovation and repairs. -CORRECTANSWER The Michigan
Uniform Energy code applies to new buildings as well as
U-factor. -CORRECTANSWER ___________ is a measure of how well the window or
door assembly conducts heat. The lower the number, the better insulation the assembly
will provide.
50%. -CORRECTANSWER Energy losses from recessed lighting fixtures can often
reach ___% of the total thermal loss of a ceiling.
R-3. -CORRECTANSWER Michigan requires a minimum thermal resistance of
____________for mechanical system piping.
True. -CORRECTANSWER Oversized HVAC equipment has a higher initial cost, a
higher operating cost, provides less comfort, and shorter life expectancy. T or F
Prescriptive Path. -CORRECTANSWER _______ is the compliance route that applies
Table 402.1.1 to building envelope components, and is considered the most simple.
