Materials and Form Exam #1 Review.
Questions & Correct Answers Latest
2026-2027. Graded A
_______ is the process of removing unwanted vegetation and soil to
prepare a building pad - AnsCutting
________ is the planning of buildings to respond to changing conditions
and maintain vitality in the face of stress and interruptions - AnsResilient
Design
_________ are cables that are drilled into stable soil behind sheeted
excavations to anchor the pilings in place. - AnsTiebacks
_________ are drilled samples of soil at various locations on the project
site so that the engineering team can determine suitable building
foundations - AnsTest borings
__________ excavation support is the stepping of adjacent areas to keep
the work area from falling in. It does not use bracing but requires more
working room without adjacent structures. - AnsBenched
__________ force identifies compaction that relies solely on the
deadweight of the equipment - AnsStatic
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, __________ is a part of the Pre-Construction stage where members of the
project team engage in a series of investigative activities to mitigate risks
and unforeseen conditions. - AnsDue Diligence
__________ is the process of removing groundwater encountered during
excavation activities - AnsDewatering
A 30' x 50' single-story building is planned for a 50' x 100' lot. What is the
lot coverage ratio for this proposed project? - Ans30%
A client has asked you to design a clothing store (Occupancy Group M) of
protected wood platform frame, Type V construction. The building will not
be fully sprinkled.
If built to its maximum permitted height, what is the maximum allowable
area for all floors combined? - Ans42,000
A client has asked you to design a clothing store (Occupancy Group M) of
protected wood platform frame, Type V construction. The building will not
be fully sprinkled.
How tall can this building be? - Ans50 feet, 3 stories
A client has asked you to design a clothing store (Occupancy Group M) of
protected wood platform frame, Type V construction. The building will not
be fully sprinkled.
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Questions & Correct Answers Latest
2026-2027. Graded A
_______ is the process of removing unwanted vegetation and soil to
prepare a building pad - AnsCutting
________ is the planning of buildings to respond to changing conditions
and maintain vitality in the face of stress and interruptions - AnsResilient
Design
_________ are cables that are drilled into stable soil behind sheeted
excavations to anchor the pilings in place. - AnsTiebacks
_________ are drilled samples of soil at various locations on the project
site so that the engineering team can determine suitable building
foundations - AnsTest borings
__________ excavation support is the stepping of adjacent areas to keep
the work area from falling in. It does not use bracing but requires more
working room without adjacent structures. - AnsBenched
__________ force identifies compaction that relies solely on the
deadweight of the equipment - AnsStatic
1
, __________ is a part of the Pre-Construction stage where members of the
project team engage in a series of investigative activities to mitigate risks
and unforeseen conditions. - AnsDue Diligence
__________ is the process of removing groundwater encountered during
excavation activities - AnsDewatering
A 30' x 50' single-story building is planned for a 50' x 100' lot. What is the
lot coverage ratio for this proposed project? - Ans30%
A client has asked you to design a clothing store (Occupancy Group M) of
protected wood platform frame, Type V construction. The building will not
be fully sprinkled.
If built to its maximum permitted height, what is the maximum allowable
area for all floors combined? - Ans42,000
A client has asked you to design a clothing store (Occupancy Group M) of
protected wood platform frame, Type V construction. The building will not
be fully sprinkled.
How tall can this building be? - Ans50 feet, 3 stories
A client has asked you to design a clothing store (Occupancy Group M) of
protected wood platform frame, Type V construction. The building will not
be fully sprinkled.
2
