BPI Building Science Principles Exam |
Questions and Answers| Updated
The fundamental scientific principles that govern home performance are
collectively known as:
a. physical laws
b. building science
c. diagnostics
d. thermodynamics
b. building science
The components of a house can be said to fall into four general categories:
building, mechanicals, environment, and:
a. structure
b. ventilations
c. occupants
d. energy
c. occupants
What type of foundation involves significant excavation, but adds a floor to a
house and provides space for mechanical equipment, ductwork, and utilities?
, a. slab-on-grade
b. crawlspace
c. deep
d. basement
d. basement
A sloping framing member that supports the roof is called a:
a. rafter
b. joist
c. stud
d. bay
a. rafter
A vertical framing member that supports an interior or exterior wall is called a:
a. rafter
b. joist
c. stud
d. bay
c. stud
Questions and Answers| Updated
The fundamental scientific principles that govern home performance are
collectively known as:
a. physical laws
b. building science
c. diagnostics
d. thermodynamics
b. building science
The components of a house can be said to fall into four general categories:
building, mechanicals, environment, and:
a. structure
b. ventilations
c. occupants
d. energy
c. occupants
What type of foundation involves significant excavation, but adds a floor to a
house and provides space for mechanical equipment, ductwork, and utilities?
, a. slab-on-grade
b. crawlspace
c. deep
d. basement
d. basement
A sloping framing member that supports the roof is called a:
a. rafter
b. joist
c. stud
d. bay
a. rafter
A vertical framing member that supports an interior or exterior wall is called a:
a. rafter
b. joist
c. stud
d. bay
c. stud
