Masonry Practice Test 3
Practice Test takes 1 hour. Keep track of your time.
- 1.
Special inspections are not required for _______.
- A.
Category IV (essential) facilities
- B.
Empirically designed category I, II, or III (non-essential) facilities
- C.
Empirically design category IV (essential) facilities
- D.
Seismically designed category I, II, or III (non-essential) facilities
Correct Answer
B. Empirically designed category I, II, or III (non-essential) facilitiesExplanation
IBC 1704.5.1Rate this question:
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- 2.
What is the purpose of weepholes in masonry construction?
- A.
To enhance structural stability
- B.
To facilitate drainage and venting
- C.
To increase thermal insulation
- D.
To support decorative finishes
Correct Answer
B. To facilitate drainage and ventingExplanation
Weepholes in masonry serve the crucial function of facilitating drainage and venting. They prevent the accumulation of water within the masonry wall by allowing moisture to escape, reducing the risk of damage and promoting the longevity of the structure. Additionally, weepholes assist in venting, helping to equalize air pressure and prevent potential issues like trapped moisture or condensation.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Non-load bearing glass masonry units shall have a minimum expansion joint thickness of _______ on _______.
- A.
3/8”, sides
- B.
5/8”, top
- C.
3/8”, top and sides
- D.
5/8”, top and sides
Correct Answer
C. 3/8”, top and sidesExplanation
IBC 2110.5Rate this question:
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- 4.
The minimum thickness of a bed joint placed over a foundation is _______.
- A.
5/8”
- B.
3/4”
- C.
3/8”
- D.
1/4”
Correct Answer
D. 1/4”Explanation
IBC 2104.1.2.1Rate this question:
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- 5.
Which of the following should be reported to the engineer/architect?
- A.
Discrepancies
- B.
Nonconforming items that have not been corrected in a timely manner
- C.
Size of materials
- D.
Type of materials
Correct Answer
B. Nonconforming items that have not been corrected in a timely mannerExplanation
IBC 1704.1.2Rate this question:
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- 6.
After the sampling a CMU specimen for moisture content, the specimen should be_______.
- A.
Dried
- B.
Weighed
- C.
Bagged
- D.
Wetted
Correct Answer
B. WeighedExplanation
C140 5.5Rate this question:
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- 7.
When sampling and testing CMU, _______ each specimen so that it may be _______ at any time.
- A.
Flag, noticed
- B.
Bag, picked up
- C.
Paint, seen
- D.
Mark, identified
Correct Answer
D. Mark, identifiedExplanation
C140 5.4Rate this question:
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- 8.
A special inspector shall furnish inspection reports to _______.
- A.
The owner
- B.
The contractor
- C.
Building official/design professional
- D.
Fabricator
Correct Answer
C. Building official/design professionalExplanation
IBC 1704.1.2Rate this question:
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- 9.
Discrepancies shall be brought to the immediate attention of _______.
- A.
The owner
- B.
The contractor
- C.
Building official
- D.
Fabricator
Correct Answer
B. The contractorExplanation
IBC 1704.1.2Rate this question:
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- 10.
Who shall be notified if the discrepancies are not corrected in a timely manner?
- A.
The owner
- B.
The contractor
- C.
Fabricator
- D.
Design professional and building official
Correct Answer
D. Design professional and building officialExplanation
IBC 1704.1.2Rate this question:
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- 11.
A _______ splice of steel reinforcement may be used if_______ in Allowable Stress Design.
- A.
Welded, splice develops in tension at least 100% of the yield strength
- B.
Mechanical, splice develops at least 100% of bar yield strength
- C.
Welded, splice develops 125% of yield strength in compression
- D.
Mechanical, splice develops in tension and compression at least 125% of bar strength
Correct Answer
D. Mechanical, splice develops in tension and compression at least 125% of bar strengthExplanation
Handbook Pg 173, MSJC 2.1.10.7.2Rate this question:
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- 12.
The consistency of grout may be determined by _______.
- A.
Slump
- B.
W/c ratio
- C.
Volume
- D.
Absorption
Correct Answer
A. SlumpExplanation
Handbook Pg 204, MSJC 2.6 B 2Rate this question:
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- 13.
Weepholes with ½ inch diameters should be spaced a maximum of _______ in the wall.
- A.
36"
- B.
33”
- C.
40"
- D.
48"
Correct Answer
B. 33”Explanation
Weepholes must be incorporated in the exterior wythe of masonry walls, with a maximum spacing of 33 inches (838 mm) on center.Rate this question:
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- 14.
Which type of mortar may not be used in Seismic Categories D, E, and F?
- A.
N
- B.
S
- C.
F
- D.
M
Correct Answer
A. NExplanation
Handbook Pg 232, MSJC 1.14.6.6Rate this question:
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- 15.
Expansion joints are intended to be used for _______.
- A.
Any change in wall length
- B.
Expansion only
- C.
Expansion and contraction
- D.
Architectural purposes
Correct Answer
C. Expansion and contractionExplanation
Handbook Pg 273Rate this question:
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- 16.
According to IBC, the maximum amount of reinforcement for a CMU block in a wall designed by the Strength Design Method is _______% of the cell area.
- A.
4
- B.
5
- C.
7
- D.
3
Correct Answer
A. 4Explanation
Handbook Pg 158Rate this question:
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- 17.
Maximum spacing of vertical steel reinforcement for walls with stack bond masonry shall be _______ inches.
- A.
48
- B.
36
- C.
24
- D.
32
Correct Answer
C. 24Explanation
Handbook Pg 183 MSJC 1.14.6.3Rate this question:
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- 18.
A 20’ long , 4’-8” high wall is being constructed using hollow units and #5 rebar at 24” o.c. Consolidation of the grout within the wall may be achieved by _______.
- A.
#5 or larger rebar
- B.
Vibration
- C.
Puddling
- D.
Segregation
Correct Answer
B. VibrationExplanation
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- 19.
Consolidation of an 8” grout pour may be achieved by _______.
- A.
Puddling
- B.
Contact
- C.
Curing
- D.
Mixing
Correct Answer
A. PuddlingExplanation
Handbook Pg 209Rate this question:
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- 20.
A #5 bar with a 90° turn must have an extension of ______on the free end of the bar.
- A.
9.4 bar diameters
- B.
3 ¾”
- C.
12 bar diameters
- D.
9.1 bar diameters
Correct Answer
C. 12 bar diametersExplanation
Handbook Pg 178 MSJC 1.13.5bRate this question:
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- 21.
What is the minimum coverage for #5 vertical reinforcement within a masonry retaining wall?
- A.
2”
- B.
1/4”
- C.
1-1/2”
- D.
1/2"
Correct Answer
C. 1-1/2”Explanation
Handbook Pg 163 MSJC 1.13.4Rate this question:
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- 22.
A mortar bed joint that has ¼ inch diameter horizontal reinforcement should have a thickness of _______.
- A.
1/4”
- B.
3/4”
- C.
1/2”
- D.
3/8”
Correct Answer
C. 1/2”Explanation
Handbook Pg 175Rate this question:
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- 23.
Which of the following is a Non-Essential structure?
- A.
Hospital
- B.
School
- C.
Agriculture Facilties
- D.
Fire Station
Correct Answer
C. Agriculture FaciltiesExplanation
IBC 1604.5Rate this question:
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- 24.
Which of the following mortar proportions should be used in Seismic Design Categories D,E,F?
- A.
Portland Cement 1 Masonry Cement N/A Hydrated Lime 3/8 Aggregate 3.5
- B.
Portland Cement N/A Masonry Cement 1 (Type N) Hydrated Lime N/A Aggregate 3
- C.
Portland Cement 1 Masonry Cement N/A Hydrated Lime 1 Aggregate 5
- D.
Portland Cement N/A Masonry Cement 1(Type N) Hydrated Lime 1 Aggregate 4.5
Correct Answer
A. Portland Cement 1 Masonry Cement N/A Hydrated Lime 3/8 Aggregate 3.5Explanation
Handbook Pg 58, 232Rate this question:
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- 25.
A special inspector’s report should include the following except _______.
- A.
List of unresolved items, parties notified, and time and method of notification
- B.
Description of inspections and tests made with applicable locations
- C.
Itemized changes not authorized by registered design professional
- D.
Items of nonconformance and how they were resolved
Correct Answer
C. Itemized changes not authorized by registered design professionalExplanation
Model Program for Special Inspections Pg 16Rate this question:
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- 26.
When using the Unit Strength Method, what is the compressive strength of concrete masonry units with Type N mortar if the net area compressive strength of the masonry is 1,500 psi?
- A.
1,500
- B.
1,900
- C.
4,150
- D.
2,150
Correct Answer
D. 2,150Explanation
Handbook Pg 94Rate this question:
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- 27.
When using the Unit Strength Method for Type M mortar, what is the net area compressive strength of the masonry if the net area compressive strength of concrete masonry units is 2,800 psi?
- A.
1,500
- B.
2,000
- C.
3,050
- D.
2,800
Correct Answer
B. 2,000Explanation
Handbook Pg 94Rate this question:
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- 28.
When transporting grout specimens to the lab, the specimens shall be kept in _______.
- A.
The upright position in a protected vehicle
- B.
A damp, protective container
- C.
A moisture controlled room
- D.
The care of the certified inspector
Correct Answer
B. A damp, protective containerExplanation
ASTM C1019Rate this question:
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- 29.
Which of the following is not a recommended location for a control joint?
- A.
Roof support
- B.
Change in wall thickness
- C.
Determined intervals
- D.
Major changes in wall height
Correct Answer
A. Roof supportExplanation
Handbook Pg 274Rate this question:
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