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1. Which one of the following is found only on a framed cabinet?

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ch 1, pg 21. They're talking about the construction of the cabinet box - not the doors.

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This NKBA AKBD quiz focuses on kitchen and bath products and materials. It assesses understanding of cabinetry, metric conversions, specific construction traits, and material classifications, enhancing professional competency in interior design.

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2. Your client is caring for a spouse that is in the early stages of dementia/memory loss. She is concerned about a safe kitchen environment. You have suggested a cooktop that is considered both safe and efficient. This flame-less method of cooking would be good for the spouse in case they forgot to turn off the burner after removing the pot. You have suggested which method of heat transfer.

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ch. 2

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3. The use of composite kitchen sinks is growing rapidly. Which one of the following is an example of a composite sink?

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ch. 3

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4. NKBA has created a Generic Kitchen Nomenclature. If a cabinet nomenclature is 3DB36 which of the following is the correct description of this cabinet?

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Appen. A

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5. Natural wood is classified either as hardwood or soft wood. Each type is found in homes today as well as in the past. Soft woods are typically used in the home for which one of the following?

Explanation

Ch 1, page 63-64 - Softwood lumber is produced from coniferous or evergreen species that have needles or scale-like leaves and remain green throughout the year. Hardwood lumber is produced from deciduous trees that drop broad leaves each year & are used for flooring, cabinetry and furniture.

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6. Based on the builder's allowance for cabinetry, you have suggested semi-custom cabinets to your clients. Which statement would be most accurate when discussing semi-custom cabinetry?

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ch1

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7. Veneers are commonly used in cabinet construction. Rift cut is a popular method for slicing the log to obtain the veneer. Which specie of wood is most likely to be used for the rift cut process?

Explanation

ch 1, pg 70. Oak veneers are popular with straight grain cuts, typically called quartersawn oak or rift-cut oak.

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8. Your clients are interested in new tile floor for their bathroom. You have discussed several options. Which one of the following would best describe glazed tile?

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ch. 7

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9. KCMA (Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturers Association) has a certification program for cabinets. Which one of the following statement is correct concerning the testing process?

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ch1

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10. Designer "D" is planning a tile installation. He needs the joints to be no more than 1/8" in width. Which one of the following would be the best for this installation?

Explanation

ch. 7, page 250. Non-sanded grout is standard cement that is meant for grout joints 1/8" or smaller. Sanded grout is used for grout joints larger than 1/8".

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11. MDF (Medium density fiber board) is commonly used for cabinet door construction. Which term best describes MDF?

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ch 1

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12. You are converting a plan using standard inch dimensions to metric sizes. While the kitchen design uses cabinets in 3" increments, you will be designing cabinets with a variation of 5-10 centimeters. If a cabinet is 15" in width, what would the best size cabinet for you to use in your plan.

Explanation

ch1, pg. 13-15.
15" x 2.54 = 38.1 (which is closest to 40)

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13. Bidets are available with either a vertical spray or horizontal spray fixture. Which one of the following is unique to a vertical spray fixture only?

Explanation

ch. 4 page 172. A vacuum breaker prevents water contamination due to backflow.

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14. Trash compactors, if used properly, can be a helpful appliance in the Kitchen. Which comment below is correct in describing trash compactors?

Explanation

ch 2, page 105. Trash is compacted to 1/4 amount of volume in a loose trashcan. Charcoal acts as a deodorizer. Carefully rinse trash before - not for wet trash. Size is usually 15" wide.

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15. You are replacing an existing toilet as part of a master bath remodeling project. You are aware that the center of a toilet outlet may vary but the most common dimension is ___.

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ch. 4. pg. 168. Actually says 12" in the book. Not sure about this question.

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Which one of the following is found only on a framed cabinet?
Your client is caring for a spouse that is in the early stages of...
The use of composite kitchen sinks is growing rapidly. Which one of...
NKBA has created a Generic Kitchen Nomenclature. If a cabinet...
Natural wood is classified either as hardwood or soft wood. Each type...
Based on the builder's allowance for cabinetry, you have suggested...
Veneers are commonly used in cabinet construction. Rift cut is a...
Your clients are interested in new tile floor for their bathroom. You...
KCMA (Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturers Association) has a certification...
Designer "D" is planning a tile installation. He needs the...
MDF (Medium density fiber board) is commonly used for cabinet door...
You are converting a plan using standard inch dimensions to metric...
Bidets are available with either a vertical spray or horizontal spray...
Trash compactors, if used properly, can be a helpful appliance in the...
You are replacing an existing toilet as part of a master bath...
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