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Arizona C60 (CR 60/R 60) Finish Carpentry Exam
ACTUAL QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS LATEST
UPDATE THIS YEAR
Arizona C60 (CR-60/R-60) Finish Carpentry Exam. The guide is based on the official exam content
outlines, the Arizona Registrar of Contractors (ROC) classification, and the reference materials approved
for use in the testing center.
The exam is administered by PSI and consists of 50 multiple-choice questions with an open-book format.
The passing score is 70%, and candidates have 2.5 hours to complete the test. Although you can use
approved reference materials, a solid practical knowledge of finish carpentry will be your most valuable
resource.
✅ Exam Coverage – Summarized Point Form
• Scope of Work (CR-60 / C-60 / R-60) – This license classification covers the installation and
repair of millwork, including:
o Cabinets, countertops, casework, and sash
o Door trim, interior doors, and automatic door closers
o Wood flooring, stair components, wainscoting, crown molding, and paneling
o Metal doors and frames, and exterior millwork (e.g., porches, railings)
• Licensing & Regulatory Framework (Arizona ROC) – Focuses on:
o ARS Title 32, Chapter 10 (Registrar of Contractors)
o Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C. R4-9)
o Qualifying Party requirements, experience (minimum 4 years / 2-year trade equivalent),
and examination requirements
o Contract requirements, penalties for unlicensed practice, and record retention.
• Plans, Blueprint Reading & Estimating (20%) – Topics include:
o Scale interpretation (e.g., 1/4″ = 1′-0″ on residential floor plans)
o Finish schedules, symbols (e.g., door swing direction)
o Basic material takeoffs (linear footage of trim, board footage for stock, etc.)
• Interior Finishing (30%) – Covers the majority of the exam, including:
o Trim & molding (baseboards, casing, crown, chair rails)
o Cabinet & countertop fabrication and installation (including dado joints, scribing to
walls)
o Interior door & window installation (setting, shimming, hanging)
o Stair construction & finish (risers, treads, handrails, balusters)
o Hardware installation (hinges, locks, drawer slides, closers)
• Exterior Finishing (30%) – Includes:
o Trim and rake boards
o Door and window casing, corner boards
o Porch railings, balusters, and exterior millwork
o Decking and exterior trim details
• Safety & OSHA (20%) – Focuses on:
o OSHA 29 CFR 1926 (Subpart Q – Rigging, Subpart R – Steel Erection, Subpart X – Ladders,
Subpart H – Material Handling)
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o Personal protective equipment (PPE): safety glasses, hearing protection, dust masks,
gloves
o Tool safety (table saws, miter saws, nail guns) and job site hazard recognition
o Fire-rated wood assemblies (International Building Code requires a 60-minute
fire-resistance rating for most interior fire-rated wood assemblies).
Approved Reference Materials (Open Book)
The following books are permitted in the testing center and are essential for studying:
1. Carpentry and Building Construction (2016 Student Edition, McGraw-Hill)
2. Finish Carpenter‘s Manual (1993, by William P. Spence)
3. Painting and Decorating Craftsman's Manual and Textbook (8th Ed., 1995, PDCA)
4. The Complete Illustrated Guide to Furniture and Cabinet Construction (2001, by Andy Rae)
5. Code of Federal Regulations – 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
1. A commercial finish carpenter is preparing to hang a solid-core interior door in a metal frame. Which
type of hinge is most appropriate for this application?
A) Spring hinge
B) Ball-bearing hinge
C) Loose-pin (standard) hinge
D) Strap hinge
Answer: B – Ball-bearing hinges are recommended for heavy solid-core doors because they reduce
friction and provide smooth, long-lasting operation, which is critical in commercial applications.
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2. During a takeoff for a crown molding installation, the most critical measurement to calculate is the:
A) Square footage of the wall area
B) Linear footage of molding needed
C) Volume of wood required
D) Number of nails required
Answer: B – Crown molding is installed along the perimeter of walls; therefore, the linear footage
determines exactly how much molding must be ordered. This is a standard finish carpentry
quantity-takeoff practice.
3. When reading a residential floor plan, what does a single-ended arrow (→) near a cabinet symbol
most commonly indicate?
A) The direction of the wall
B) The cabinet door swing direction
C) The orientation of the electrical outlet
D) The ventilation direction
Answer: B – On architectural drawings, a single-ended arrow is used to show the swing direction of a
cabinet door or an interior door, helping the installer understand the layout.
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4. An inspector finds that a fire-rated wood assembly lacks the required fire-resistance rating. According
to the IBC (as adopted by Arizona), what is the minimum fire-resistance rating required for most interior
fire-rated wood assemblies?
A) 30 minutes
B) 45 minutes
C) 60 minutes
D) 90 minutes
Answer: C – The International Building Code (IBC), adopted by Arizona, requires a 60-minute
fire-resistance rating for most interior fire-rated wood assemblies. Finishers must verify that materials
and installations meet this code.
5. A customer with a high-end home requests a clear finish on all visible trim. Which lumber grade
should you recommend to avoid knots and defects?
A) No. 2 Common
B) Select Structural
C) Clear grade
D) Stud grade
Arizona C60 (CR 60/R 60) Finish Carpentry Exam
ACTUAL QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS LATEST
UPDATE THIS YEAR
Arizona C60 (CR-60/R-60) Finish Carpentry Exam. The guide is based on the official exam content
outlines, the Arizona Registrar of Contractors (ROC) classification, and the reference materials approved
for use in the testing center.
The exam is administered by PSI and consists of 50 multiple-choice questions with an open-book format.
The passing score is 70%, and candidates have 2.5 hours to complete the test. Although you can use
approved reference materials, a solid practical knowledge of finish carpentry will be your most valuable
resource.
✅ Exam Coverage – Summarized Point Form
• Scope of Work (CR-60 / C-60 / R-60) – This license classification covers the installation and
repair of millwork, including:
o Cabinets, countertops, casework, and sash
o Door trim, interior doors, and automatic door closers
o Wood flooring, stair components, wainscoting, crown molding, and paneling
o Metal doors and frames, and exterior millwork (e.g., porches, railings)
• Licensing & Regulatory Framework (Arizona ROC) – Focuses on:
o ARS Title 32, Chapter 10 (Registrar of Contractors)
o Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C. R4-9)
o Qualifying Party requirements, experience (minimum 4 years / 2-year trade equivalent),
and examination requirements
o Contract requirements, penalties for unlicensed practice, and record retention.
• Plans, Blueprint Reading & Estimating (20%) – Topics include:
o Scale interpretation (e.g., 1/4″ = 1′-0″ on residential floor plans)
o Finish schedules, symbols (e.g., door swing direction)
o Basic material takeoffs (linear footage of trim, board footage for stock, etc.)
• Interior Finishing (30%) – Covers the majority of the exam, including:
o Trim & molding (baseboards, casing, crown, chair rails)
o Cabinet & countertop fabrication and installation (including dado joints, scribing to
walls)
o Interior door & window installation (setting, shimming, hanging)
o Stair construction & finish (risers, treads, handrails, balusters)
o Hardware installation (hinges, locks, drawer slides, closers)
• Exterior Finishing (30%) – Includes:
o Trim and rake boards
o Door and window casing, corner boards
o Porch railings, balusters, and exterior millwork
o Decking and exterior trim details
• Safety & OSHA (20%) – Focuses on:
o OSHA 29 CFR 1926 (Subpart Q – Rigging, Subpart R – Steel Erection, Subpart X – Ladders,
Subpart H – Material Handling)
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o Personal protective equipment (PPE): safety glasses, hearing protection, dust masks,
gloves
o Tool safety (table saws, miter saws, nail guns) and job site hazard recognition
o Fire-rated wood assemblies (International Building Code requires a 60-minute
fire-resistance rating for most interior fire-rated wood assemblies).
Approved Reference Materials (Open Book)
The following books are permitted in the testing center and are essential for studying:
1. Carpentry and Building Construction (2016 Student Edition, McGraw-Hill)
2. Finish Carpenter‘s Manual (1993, by William P. Spence)
3. Painting and Decorating Craftsman's Manual and Textbook (8th Ed., 1995, PDCA)
4. The Complete Illustrated Guide to Furniture and Cabinet Construction (2001, by Andy Rae)
5. Code of Federal Regulations – 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
1. A commercial finish carpenter is preparing to hang a solid-core interior door in a metal frame. Which
type of hinge is most appropriate for this application?
A) Spring hinge
B) Ball-bearing hinge
C) Loose-pin (standard) hinge
D) Strap hinge
Answer: B – Ball-bearing hinges are recommended for heavy solid-core doors because they reduce
friction and provide smooth, long-lasting operation, which is critical in commercial applications.
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2. During a takeoff for a crown molding installation, the most critical measurement to calculate is the:
A) Square footage of the wall area
B) Linear footage of molding needed
C) Volume of wood required
D) Number of nails required
Answer: B – Crown molding is installed along the perimeter of walls; therefore, the linear footage
determines exactly how much molding must be ordered. This is a standard finish carpentry
quantity-takeoff practice.
3. When reading a residential floor plan, what does a single-ended arrow (→) near a cabinet symbol
most commonly indicate?
A) The direction of the wall
B) The cabinet door swing direction
C) The orientation of the electrical outlet
D) The ventilation direction
Answer: B – On architectural drawings, a single-ended arrow is used to show the swing direction of a
cabinet door or an interior door, helping the installer understand the layout.
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4. An inspector finds that a fire-rated wood assembly lacks the required fire-resistance rating. According
to the IBC (as adopted by Arizona), what is the minimum fire-resistance rating required for most interior
fire-rated wood assemblies?
A) 30 minutes
B) 45 minutes
C) 60 minutes
D) 90 minutes
Answer: C – The International Building Code (IBC), adopted by Arizona, requires a 60-minute
fire-resistance rating for most interior fire-rated wood assemblies. Finishers must verify that materials
and installations meet this code.
5. A customer with a high-end home requests a clear finish on all visible trim. Which lumber grade
should you recommend to avoid knots and defects?
A) No. 2 Common
B) Select Structural
C) Clear grade
D) Stud grade
