40 Hour Property & Building Inspection Module 1
SITE CONDITIONS 2024-2025. Questions & Correct
Detailed Answers, Graded A
______________ are exterior structures that project from the building structure
at least one story above grade - ANSbalcony
a balcony can be supported by columns and the house wall - ANStrue
A difference between a gas range and an electric range is that electric
ranges_______. - ANSRequire a 240-volt electrical supply
a guideline for the appropriate slope of a lot away from a house is - ANSsix inches
over ten feet
a low depression used in the soil for drainage - ANSSwale
A masonry chimney serving a wood fireplace should be at least _______. - ANS12
feet
a maximum rise for steps is commonly _______ inches - ANS7 3/4
A notch cut in the bottom edge of a beam is more likely to result in failure then
one cut in the top edge, although as a general rule, notches and holes should not
be cut in beams. - ANSTrue
PG 1
,A plug-in cord serving a built-in dishwasher must be - ANSBetween 36 and 48
inches in length.
A popular bathroom countertop that is not used in the kitchen is cultured marble -
ANSTrue
A reliable _____ connection for purposes of a smart home is usually defined as a
high-speed _____ connection. - ANSInternet, broadband
A smart home is one that is equipped with network- connected products? -
ANSTrue
a vapor retarder is designed to restrict vapor diffusion - ANStrue
A wood sill is typically used to connect the top of the foundation to the wood floor
system above. - ANSTrue
Absence of kick out flashing is a reportable defect regardless of the age of the
house. - ANSTrue
All are included in the inspection of a microwave oven EXCEPT - ANSCheck for
radiation
All modern food waste disposers: - ANSare of the continuous feed or batch type
All of the following are basic components of a masonry wood-burning fireplace
EXCEPT - ANSa heat circulator
PG 2
, All of the following are common problems with masonry chimneys EXCEPT -
ANSNot continuous through roof
All of the following are common problems with walks and driveways EXCEPT -
ANScontrol joints
All of the following could indicate spreading rafters EXCEPT - ANSCracks in interior
ceilings running perpendicular to the outside wall
All residences must have at least one exit that is a: - ANSside hinged door
an inspector can think of purlins as small beams that run under the midpoint of all
rafters - ANStrue
an inspector should check for the presence and proper operation of the door
release catch and pull cord, intended to allow quick, _______ of the door from the
mechanized traveler in the event of power failterm-5ure, malfunction, or
emergency. - ANSmanual operation
An inspector should not walk on a roof if? - ANSIf it could cause damage or is
unsafe
Asbestos cement shingles should be removed from homes. - ANSFalse
At the top and bottom edges of sheathing, support may be provided by ______
clips. - ANSH clips
PG 3
SITE CONDITIONS 2024-2025. Questions & Correct
Detailed Answers, Graded A
______________ are exterior structures that project from the building structure
at least one story above grade - ANSbalcony
a balcony can be supported by columns and the house wall - ANStrue
A difference between a gas range and an electric range is that electric
ranges_______. - ANSRequire a 240-volt electrical supply
a guideline for the appropriate slope of a lot away from a house is - ANSsix inches
over ten feet
a low depression used in the soil for drainage - ANSSwale
A masonry chimney serving a wood fireplace should be at least _______. - ANS12
feet
a maximum rise for steps is commonly _______ inches - ANS7 3/4
A notch cut in the bottom edge of a beam is more likely to result in failure then
one cut in the top edge, although as a general rule, notches and holes should not
be cut in beams. - ANSTrue
PG 1
,A plug-in cord serving a built-in dishwasher must be - ANSBetween 36 and 48
inches in length.
A popular bathroom countertop that is not used in the kitchen is cultured marble -
ANSTrue
A reliable _____ connection for purposes of a smart home is usually defined as a
high-speed _____ connection. - ANSInternet, broadband
A smart home is one that is equipped with network- connected products? -
ANSTrue
a vapor retarder is designed to restrict vapor diffusion - ANStrue
A wood sill is typically used to connect the top of the foundation to the wood floor
system above. - ANSTrue
Absence of kick out flashing is a reportable defect regardless of the age of the
house. - ANSTrue
All are included in the inspection of a microwave oven EXCEPT - ANSCheck for
radiation
All modern food waste disposers: - ANSare of the continuous feed or batch type
All of the following are basic components of a masonry wood-burning fireplace
EXCEPT - ANSa heat circulator
PG 2
, All of the following are common problems with masonry chimneys EXCEPT -
ANSNot continuous through roof
All of the following are common problems with walks and driveways EXCEPT -
ANScontrol joints
All of the following could indicate spreading rafters EXCEPT - ANSCracks in interior
ceilings running perpendicular to the outside wall
All residences must have at least one exit that is a: - ANSside hinged door
an inspector can think of purlins as small beams that run under the midpoint of all
rafters - ANStrue
an inspector should check for the presence and proper operation of the door
release catch and pull cord, intended to allow quick, _______ of the door from the
mechanized traveler in the event of power failterm-5ure, malfunction, or
emergency. - ANSmanual operation
An inspector should not walk on a roof if? - ANSIf it could cause damage or is
unsafe
Asbestos cement shingles should be removed from homes. - ANSFalse
At the top and bottom edges of sheathing, support may be provided by ______
clips. - ANSH clips
PG 3
