Michigan Builders License Exam 2025 QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT ANSWERS || ALREADY GRADED A+ || UPDATED VERSION

Michigan Builders License Exam 2025 QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT ANSWERS || ALREADY GRADED A+ || UPDATED VERSION Four - Two through the upper rail and two through the lower rail - ANSWER When installing wall cabinets, a minimum of __________ #10 round headed wood screws should be used for each cabinet. 36" to 38" - ANSWER What is the recommended height of the door knob off the floor? 6'8" - ANSWER The height of a standard residential door is ______________? 1 1/2" - ANSWER The large egress door must have a landing on the exterior side. This landing shall not be more than ________________ below the top of the threshold. 2 - ANSWER Where there is a stairway with _____ or fewer risers located on an exterior side of a door, a landing is not required (with the exception of the large egress door). 7 3/4" - ANSWER Other than the large egress door, landings or risers cannot exceed _______ rise to the threshold. 7 3/4" - ANSWER Other than the large exit door, landings or risers cannot exceed ____________________ rise to the threshold. egress - ANSWER The main reason for properly sized windows in a bedroom area is: a net clear opening of 5.7 sq. ft. a minimum net clear opening of 20" width or 24" height a sill height not more than 44 inches above the floor or ground R310.1.1,R310.1.2,R310.1.3 - ANSWER All egress windows above the first floor must have: True R311.2 - ANSWER The large egress door must provide a minimum of a 32" wide opening when measured from the face of the door when the door is open 90 degrees to the door stop. T F Yes R311.7.5 - ANSWER Can there be a door at the top of a stair run if the door does not swing over the stairs? 12" - ANSWER In kitchens that have a soffit above the cabinets, the soffit is usually ________ below the rest of an 8' ceiling. True - ANSWER When laying strip wood flooring, it is preferred to lay the flooring perpendicular to the floor joist below. T F open - ANSWER If hardwood flooring has a higher moisture content than the building it is being installed in, it will develop _____________ joints after installation. 8 1/4 inches - ANSWER What is the maximum height of risers in a set of steps? 9 inches - ANSWER What is the minimum tread depth in a set of steps? chair rail - ANSWER A __________ is a molding that runs horizontally across walls at 3' to 4' from the floor. 5.0 square feet R310.1.1 - ANSWER A sleeping room window on the ground level floor shall have a minimum opening of: pocket door - ANSWER A door that slides into the wall is called a __________________. a net clear opening of 5 square feet a minimum net clear opening of 20" width and 24" height a sill no more than 44" above the floor - ANSWER A bedroom window on the first floor must have: 5.7 square feet R310.1.1 - ANSWER A bedroom on the third floor must have an egress window with a net clear opening of two standard panes with 1/4" dead air space - ANSWER The most energy efficient type of glazing is: 11" - ANSWER What is the recommended distance from the bottom of the door to the bottom of the bottom hinge? 7" - ANSWER What is the recommended distance from the top of the door to the top of the top hinge? 8 R303.1 - ANSWER In habitable rooms glazing (window area) must be not less than what percent of the floor area? No R310.1.1 - ANSWER An egress window has an opening 20 inches wide by 24 inches high with the bottom of the opening 44 inches above the floor. Does this window meet code for the first floor? fixed and ventilating - ANSWER What are the two basic types of skylights? True - ANSWER On a roof slope facing south or west, the skylight may permit a maximum of "solar heat and radiation gain", which can increase room temperatures and fade rugs and furniture. Placing the unit on an east or north slope will give you adequate light but less direct sunshine. T F bottom hinged window - ANSWER A hopper window is a ___________________. casing - ANSWER The trim that is installed around windows and doors is called __________________. have 3 hinges - ANSWER Solid core doors should: pocket - ANSWER This type of door should have the track installed before the drywall is hung. in the direction of egress - ANSWER All stairway means of egress doors shall swing _____________________. U-factor. - ANSWER ___________ is a measure of how well the window or door assembly conducts heat. The lower the number, the better insulation the assembly will provide. 50%. - ANSWER Energy losses from recessed lighting fixtures can often reach ___% of the total thermal loss of a ceiling. R-3. - ANSWER Michigan requires a minimum thermal resistance of ____________for mechanical system piping. True. - ANSWER Oversized HVAC equipment has a higher initial cost, a higher operating cost, provides less comfort, and shorter life expectancy. T or F Prescriptive Path. - ANSWER _______ is the compliance route that applies Table 402.1.1 to building envelope components, and is considered the most simple. Area weighted averages. - ANSWER ___________ can be used to satisfy U-factor and SHGC requirements. IC (Insulation Contact) - ANSWER Recessed lights must be _____ rated. True. - ANSWER Up to 15 square feet of glazing per dwelling unit is exempted from U-value requirements. T or F Registered design professional. - ANSWER The 2009 IECC requires a permanent certificate posted on the electrical distribution panel. The certificate shall be completed by the builder or State energy code requirements. - ANSWER One hurdle contractors face when bidding for an energy efficient project is choosing materials that fit the design, and also meet False. - ANSWER Historically significant buildings are not exempt from code changes. T or F R-value Settled thickness Manufacturer name - ANSWER Insulation products (blown and sprayed) must be documented with: March 2011. - ANSWER The new Michigan codes took effect in