AGM 2050 - Final Exam Questions and Correct
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Roof Types Ans: Hip, Mansard, Butterfly, Shed, Gable, Gambrel, Flat
Step Off Method Ans: Errors are cumulative... can be accurate if careful;
Calculations very easy; no calculator required; Done entirely with
framing square.
Rafter Table Method Ans: Most accurate method (tie); Minor calculations
required (simple algebra); relatively quick, most commonly used.
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Calculate Method Ans: Most accurate method (tie); Calculation intensive
(geometry or trigonometry); relatively slow, not commonly used.
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Scale Method Ans: Least accurate method, but fastest; no calculations
whatsoever required.
Safety in Carpentry Work Ans: Correct Tools for each job, lift heavy
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objects properly, avoid falls and falling objects; fire safety; remove
protruding nails.
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Softwood Lumber Ans: - From needle leaf, coniferous trees (SPF).
- Grading based on principles set by the American Lumber Standards
Committee.
What is SPF Ans: Spruce, Pine, Fur
The Four Classifications of Softwood Lumber Ans: - Boards
- Dimensional Lumber
- Timber
- Factory/Shop Lumber
Hardwood Lumber Ans: - From deciduous or broad leaf trees.
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- / / grades established by the National Hardwood Lumber Association
1 board foot = ? Ans: 144 in^3
How is plywood sold? Ans: By square foot.
How is trim and molding sold? Ans: By the linear foot.
Stand - Out Ans: How far the tape measure extends without support.
Wider and higher quality tapes have a greater stand-out.
Tape Case Ans: Protects blade and retraction spring. Molded rubber
bumpers help extend life.
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End Hook Ans: Riveted in place, designed to slide slightly. Slide distance
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equal to thickness of hook to compensate for hooked vs. butted
measurements. Control retraction speed to protect end hook.
Blade Lock Ans: Secures blade while taking a measurement
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Readability Ans: Sometimes too much writing on tape can be distracting.
Safety in Power Woodworking (Part 1) Ans: - Obtain instructor's
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permission.
- Wear proper clothing.
- Protect your scalp and hair.
- Keep guards in place.
- Unplug the machine.
- Work only at operating speed.
- Shut off machine...don't leave a running machine unattended.
Safety in Woodworking (Part 2) Ans: - Store unused accessories.
- Do not overreach.