TREC-State Exam Prep
Business should be conducted in a manner which:
(a) Maintains maximum profitability to the inspector
(b) Assures the client of the inspector's independence from outside influences
(c) Presents a neat and clean appearance
(d) Compromises the inspector's ability to render fair and impartial opinions - Answer-Assures the client
of the inspector's independence from outside influences
All advertising distributed by real estate inspectors must include:
(a) The name of the inspector or assumed name
(b) A table of prices and charges
(c) The inspectors license number
(d) A and C - Answer-A and C
Regarding scope and depth of real estate inspections, an inspector must first adhere to all rules:
,(a) Found within the language of the trade associations with which they are affiliated
(b) Set forth in the language of the provisions by the state legislature
(c) Dictated by a corporate partnership agreement
(d) Agreed to, in writing, by the client - Answer-Set forth in the language of the provisions by the state
legislature
During inspection, mechanical and electrical systems and appliances are:
(a) Beyond the scope of a visual inspection
(b) Only operated in normal modes and operating ranges
(c) Operated at their limit capacity
(d) Tested for the presence of dedicated GFCI protective circuits - Answer-Only operated in normal
modes and operating ranges
The inspector is required to render a written report in a format promulgated by the state:
(a) In all cases
(b) Unless a different format is required by an agency of the federal government
,(c) Unless a different format is required by a client who buys or sells property in the due course of the
client's business
(d) B and C - Answer-Unless a different format is required by an agency of the federal government
Inspectors are usually required to:
(a) Inspect for the presence of toxic or hazardous wastes
(b) Inspect for code compliance
(c) Inspect for the efficiency of heating and air conditioning systems
(d) None of the above - Answer-None of the above
The inspection of foundation, grading, and drainage does not require observations regarding:
(a) Crawlspace areas
(b) Crawlspace ventilation
(c) Nearby tree roots
(d) Lead paint - Answer-Lead paint
Roof inspections always require:
, (a) Walking on the roof
(b) Identification of the roof covering material
(c) Projecting and reporting the remaining life expectancy of the roof covering
(d) A and B - Answer-A and B
Inspectors should report the approximate depth of attic insulation:
(a) Whenever the attic space cannot be entered for inspection
(b) Whenever inadequate insulation is suspected
(c) Whenever the insulation is visible
(d) None of the above - Answer-Whenever the insulation is visible
Inspectors are not required to report:
(a) Damaged or missing glass panes in window frames
(b) Fogging or other evidence of broken seals in insulated windows
Business should be conducted in a manner which:
(a) Maintains maximum profitability to the inspector
(b) Assures the client of the inspector's independence from outside influences
(c) Presents a neat and clean appearance
(d) Compromises the inspector's ability to render fair and impartial opinions - Answer-Assures the client
of the inspector's independence from outside influences
All advertising distributed by real estate inspectors must include:
(a) The name of the inspector or assumed name
(b) A table of prices and charges
(c) The inspectors license number
(d) A and C - Answer-A and C
Regarding scope and depth of real estate inspections, an inspector must first adhere to all rules:
,(a) Found within the language of the trade associations with which they are affiliated
(b) Set forth in the language of the provisions by the state legislature
(c) Dictated by a corporate partnership agreement
(d) Agreed to, in writing, by the client - Answer-Set forth in the language of the provisions by the state
legislature
During inspection, mechanical and electrical systems and appliances are:
(a) Beyond the scope of a visual inspection
(b) Only operated in normal modes and operating ranges
(c) Operated at their limit capacity
(d) Tested for the presence of dedicated GFCI protective circuits - Answer-Only operated in normal
modes and operating ranges
The inspector is required to render a written report in a format promulgated by the state:
(a) In all cases
(b) Unless a different format is required by an agency of the federal government
,(c) Unless a different format is required by a client who buys or sells property in the due course of the
client's business
(d) B and C - Answer-Unless a different format is required by an agency of the federal government
Inspectors are usually required to:
(a) Inspect for the presence of toxic or hazardous wastes
(b) Inspect for code compliance
(c) Inspect for the efficiency of heating and air conditioning systems
(d) None of the above - Answer-None of the above
The inspection of foundation, grading, and drainage does not require observations regarding:
(a) Crawlspace areas
(b) Crawlspace ventilation
(c) Nearby tree roots
(d) Lead paint - Answer-Lead paint
Roof inspections always require:
, (a) Walking on the roof
(b) Identification of the roof covering material
(c) Projecting and reporting the remaining life expectancy of the roof covering
(d) A and B - Answer-A and B
Inspectors should report the approximate depth of attic insulation:
(a) Whenever the attic space cannot be entered for inspection
(b) Whenever inadequate insulation is suspected
(c) Whenever the insulation is visible
(d) None of the above - Answer-Whenever the insulation is visible
Inspectors are not required to report:
(a) Damaged or missing glass panes in window frames
(b) Fogging or other evidence of broken seals in insulated windows
