COURSE 1 CHAPTER #22
INTERNATIONAL ZONING CODE EXAM
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
What foundation is a flat concrete pad poured directly on the ground?
The fundamental
The joist
The slab
The pitch - ANSWER-The slab
The detailed set of plans that will be used as a guide to construct the building are
the building permits.
the certificates of occupancy.
the blueprints.
the master plans. - ANSWER-the blueprints.
Which of these is not an example of codes and standards incorporated in whole or in
part in the Minnesota Building Code?
The International Building Code
The International Residential Code
The International Historical Code
The International Mechanical Code - ANSWER-The International Historical Code
What is a wooden support member that is laid on top of and bolted to the foundation
wall?
Bearing wall
Sill plate
Header
Girder - ANSWER-Sill plate
Who requires that walkways be installed to all homes and buildings in a subdivision?
Home inspectors
The HOA
HUD
The EPA - ANSWER-HUD
Shade affects
the rate of erosion.
whether the property can have a septic system or not.
the use and development of the building.
the energy efficiency of the building. - ANSWER-the energy efficiency of the building.
The overhangs on a roof are called
, rafters.
fascia.
soffits.
eaves. - ANSWER-eaves.
What is one of the first considerations when preparing a building site?
Slope
Drainage
Landscaping
A septic system - ANSWER-Drainage
What is the easiest type of foundation to build?
A wood frame
A crawl space
A slab
A basement foundation - ANSWER-A slab
How much of a home's price is the result of costs incurred by the builder after
purchasing a finished lot?
15%
8.60%
3.80%
25% - ANSWER-8.60%
What must contractors and developers apply for and receive before starting
construction?
Blueprints
Building permits
Certificates of Occupancy
Surveys - ANSWER-Building permits
The slope of the roof is also known as
the angle.
the sheath.
the pitch.
the ridge beam. - ANSWER-the pitch.
In platform framing, what are the members called that frame the structure?
Studs
Beams
Joists
Rafters - ANSWER-Studs
What onsite system is designed to treat and dispose of domestic sewage?
A sewer
A septic system
A port-a-potty
INTERNATIONAL ZONING CODE EXAM
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
What foundation is a flat concrete pad poured directly on the ground?
The fundamental
The joist
The slab
The pitch - ANSWER-The slab
The detailed set of plans that will be used as a guide to construct the building are
the building permits.
the certificates of occupancy.
the blueprints.
the master plans. - ANSWER-the blueprints.
Which of these is not an example of codes and standards incorporated in whole or in
part in the Minnesota Building Code?
The International Building Code
The International Residential Code
The International Historical Code
The International Mechanical Code - ANSWER-The International Historical Code
What is a wooden support member that is laid on top of and bolted to the foundation
wall?
Bearing wall
Sill plate
Header
Girder - ANSWER-Sill plate
Who requires that walkways be installed to all homes and buildings in a subdivision?
Home inspectors
The HOA
HUD
The EPA - ANSWER-HUD
Shade affects
the rate of erosion.
whether the property can have a septic system or not.
the use and development of the building.
the energy efficiency of the building. - ANSWER-the energy efficiency of the building.
The overhangs on a roof are called
, rafters.
fascia.
soffits.
eaves. - ANSWER-eaves.
What is one of the first considerations when preparing a building site?
Slope
Drainage
Landscaping
A septic system - ANSWER-Drainage
What is the easiest type of foundation to build?
A wood frame
A crawl space
A slab
A basement foundation - ANSWER-A slab
How much of a home's price is the result of costs incurred by the builder after
purchasing a finished lot?
15%
8.60%
3.80%
25% - ANSWER-8.60%
What must contractors and developers apply for and receive before starting
construction?
Blueprints
Building permits
Certificates of Occupancy
Surveys - ANSWER-Building permits
The slope of the roof is also known as
the angle.
the sheath.
the pitch.
the ridge beam. - ANSWER-the pitch.
In platform framing, what are the members called that frame the structure?
Studs
Beams
Joists
Rafters - ANSWER-Studs
What onsite system is designed to treat and dispose of domestic sewage?
A sewer
A septic system
A port-a-potty
