TEXAS MASTER PLUMBER LICENSE EXAM Complete Practice Test - 200
Questions with Correct Answers & Detailed Explanations Based on
Texas Occupations Code Chapter 1301, Texas Administrative Code Title
22, IPC, IFGC, and TSBPE Regulations
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SECTION 1: LICENSING & REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS (Questions 1-35)
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Question 1
The Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners (TSBPE) regulates plumbers under which statute?
A) Texas Water Code
B) Texas Occupations Code, Chapter 1301
C) Texas Administrative Code, Title 16
D) Texas Building and Safety Act
Answer: B
Explanation: The TSBPE operates under Texas Occupations Code Chapter 1301, which governs
plumber licensing, enforcement, and standards .
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,Question 2
How many members make up the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners (TSBPE)?
A) 7
B) 9
C) 11
D) 13
Answer: B
Explanation: The Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners consists of nine members appointed
by the governor with the advice and consent of the senate .
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Question 3
According to Texas Occupations Code Section 1301.151, which of the following is a required
member of the TSBPE?
A) A licensed electrician with 10 years experience
B) A licensed engineer practicing in the field of plumbing engineering
C) A general contractor with 15 years experience
D) A fire protection specialist
Answer: B
,Explanation: The board includes a licensed engineer practicing in the field of plumbing
engineering, along with master plumbers, journeyman plumbers, plumbing inspectors, building
contractors, and public members .
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Question 4
A person may not engage in plumbing (for the general public) in Texas unless the person:
A) Has a high school diploma
B) Is an RMP or works under the supervision of an RMP
C) Has 5 years of experience
D) Has passed a background check only
Answer: B
Explanation: To legally engage in plumbing for the general public in Texas, a person must either
be a Responsible Master Plumber (RMP) or work under the direct supervision of an RMP .
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Question 5
What is the primary responsibility of a Responsible Master Plumber (RMP)?
A) Supervising other master plumbers only
B) Ensuring all plumbing work complies with laws and codes
C) Issuing permits for all construction projects
, D) Serving on the Plumbing Board
Answer: B
Explanation: The Responsible Master Plumber is responsible for the operations of a plumbing
company and ensuring compliance with the Plumbing License Law and Board Rules .
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Question 6
Which of the following is a prerequisite for applying for the Responsible Master Plumber
designation in Texas?
A) Holding an apprentice license for 4 years
B) Completion of an engineering degree
C) Holding a current Texas Master Plumber license
D) Completing 200 classroom hours of plumbing theory
Answer: C
Explanation: To apply for RMP designation, the applicant must already be licensed as a Master
Plumber. The RMP designation is an additional responsibility layered on top of the master
plumber license .
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Question 7
Questions with Correct Answers & Detailed Explanations Based on
Texas Occupations Code Chapter 1301, Texas Administrative Code Title
22, IPC, IFGC, and TSBPE Regulations
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SECTION 1: LICENSING & REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS (Questions 1-35)
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Question 1
The Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners (TSBPE) regulates plumbers under which statute?
A) Texas Water Code
B) Texas Occupations Code, Chapter 1301
C) Texas Administrative Code, Title 16
D) Texas Building and Safety Act
Answer: B
Explanation: The TSBPE operates under Texas Occupations Code Chapter 1301, which governs
plumber licensing, enforcement, and standards .
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,Question 2
How many members make up the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners (TSBPE)?
A) 7
B) 9
C) 11
D) 13
Answer: B
Explanation: The Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners consists of nine members appointed
by the governor with the advice and consent of the senate .
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Question 3
According to Texas Occupations Code Section 1301.151, which of the following is a required
member of the TSBPE?
A) A licensed electrician with 10 years experience
B) A licensed engineer practicing in the field of plumbing engineering
C) A general contractor with 15 years experience
D) A fire protection specialist
Answer: B
,Explanation: The board includes a licensed engineer practicing in the field of plumbing
engineering, along with master plumbers, journeyman plumbers, plumbing inspectors, building
contractors, and public members .
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Question 4
A person may not engage in plumbing (for the general public) in Texas unless the person:
A) Has a high school diploma
B) Is an RMP or works under the supervision of an RMP
C) Has 5 years of experience
D) Has passed a background check only
Answer: B
Explanation: To legally engage in plumbing for the general public in Texas, a person must either
be a Responsible Master Plumber (RMP) or work under the direct supervision of an RMP .
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Question 5
What is the primary responsibility of a Responsible Master Plumber (RMP)?
A) Supervising other master plumbers only
B) Ensuring all plumbing work complies with laws and codes
C) Issuing permits for all construction projects
, D) Serving on the Plumbing Board
Answer: B
Explanation: The Responsible Master Plumber is responsible for the operations of a plumbing
company and ensuring compliance with the Plumbing License Law and Board Rules .
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Question 6
Which of the following is a prerequisite for applying for the Responsible Master Plumber
designation in Texas?
A) Holding an apprentice license for 4 years
B) Completion of an engineering degree
C) Holding a current Texas Master Plumber license
D) Completing 200 classroom hours of plumbing theory
Answer: C
Explanation: To apply for RMP designation, the applicant must already be licensed as a Master
Plumber. The RMP designation is an additional responsibility layered on top of the master
plumber license .
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Question 7
