NCIDQ - Multiple Choice Review - Ch. 17, 18, 20, 27

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NCIDQ - Multiple Choice Review - Ch. 17, 18, 20, 27 - Quiz

This is sample multiple choice questions from Ch. 17,18, 20, 27 of the Ballast textbook (the chapters I was assigned by my study group). I wanted to combine them so they could be shuffledPRINT BEFORE TAKING THIS TEST - Fill in the blank word bank. chaseCombustible convector Core drill Core walls Cripple stud Decking Fire assembly Fire barrier fire damper Fire partition Fire protection rating Fire resistance Fire-resistance rating Fire retardant Flame resistance Flame retardant Flame spread Flame-spread index Flammable Grout Header HVAC Lintel Noncombustible Purlin Sheathing Sole Plate Stairway Step Trim Trimmer

Questions and Answers

1.

Small ductwork could most easily be placed within which of the following types of structural systems?
- A.
  
  Flat plane concrete
- B.
  
  Beam-and-girder steel
- C.
  
  Twin T concrete
- D.
  
  Open-web steel joists
2.

A compact filing system is an example of a
- A.
  
  Live load
- B.
  
  Lateral load
- C.
  
  Dead load
- D.
  
  Dynamic load
3.

The interior designer can design details to accommodate building movement caused by all of the following EXCEPT
- A.
  
  Wind sway
- B.
  
  Floor deflection
- C.
  
  Building expansion
- D.
  
  Seismic events
4.

A residential client with a one-story house wants to remove an 8 ft section of a loadbearing wall to make an opening between two existing rooms. What is the most appropriate advice the interior designer can give?
- A.
  
  The opening can be framed with a double 2"x8" header.
- B.
  
  The opening can be framed, but a structural engineer will be needed.
- C.
  
  An architect will have to be retained to sign the drawings for the building department.
- D.
  
  The proposed opening cannot be made, because the wall is a loadbearing wall.
5.

When advising a client on where to attach fasteners to support wall-hung book shelves in a residence, the interior designer should recommend that they be placed
- A.
  
  Across the double top plate
- B.
  
  24 in on center
- C.
  
  16 in on center
- D.
  
  12 in on center
6.

Core drilling would be most difficult in which type of structural system?
- A.
  
  Post-tensioned concrete
- B.
  
  Flat slab concrete
- C.
  
  Concrete over steel deck
- D.
  
  One-way pan joist concrete
7.

The structure above a small opening cut in a masonry loadbearing wall would be supported with a
- A.
  
  Header
- B.
  
  Beam
- C.
  
  Lintel
- D.
  
  Trimmer
8.

What does the symbol shown indicate on a floor plan?
- A.
  
  Column
- B.
  
  Beam
- C.
  
  Joist
- D.
  
  Truss
9.

With whom should the interior designer consult to determine where to put stacks in libraries?
- A.
  
  Mechanical engineer
- B.
  
  Fire protection designer
- C.
  
  Library planner
- D.
  
  Structural engineer
10.

The device that controls the volume of air and its distribution in an HVAC system is called a
- A.
  
  Grille
- B.
  
  Duct
- C.
  
  Register
- D.
  
  Convector
11.

What type of system would be best for an open office plan so the heating and cooling for each workstation could be individually controlled?
- A.
  
  Air-water
- B.
  
  Radiant panel
- C.
  
  All-air
- D.
  
  All-water
12.

What is NOT allowed in a return-air plenum?
- A.
  
  Electrical cable
- B.
  
  Water supply pipes
- C.
  
  Wood blocking
- D.
  
  Fire dampers
13.

In working with an electrical engineer on a project, what information would the designer most likely put on the interior design power plan?
- A.
  
  Dedicated outlets
- B.
  
  Switch locations
- C.
  
  Speaker locations
- D.
  
  Conduit sizing
14.

What type of sprinkler head should be used for a decorative, open-grid, wood-slat ceiling suspended from the structural floor above?
- A.
  
  Upright
- B.
  
  Sidewall
- C.
  
  Pendant
- D.
  
  Recessed
15.

In the following diagram, what is the name for the portion of stair identified by A?
- A.
  
  Nosing
- B.
  
  Tread
- C.
  
  Run
- D.
  
  Riser
16.

In specifying new window coverings and track to replace building standard window coverings, what coordination is LEAST important for the interior designer to undertake?
- A.
  
  Checking with the architect to see that the new coverings do not adversely affect the heating of the glass
- B.
  
  Determining if the mechanical engineer objects to the replacement plans
- C.
  
  Asking the electrical engineer if the new light reflectance is detrimental
- D.
  
  Verifying that the building owner does not care about the change in the building's exterior appearance
17.

What does the symbol shown indicate?
- A.
  
  Suspended exit light
- B.
  
  Recessed directional light
- C.
  
  Floor telephone outlet
- D.
  
  Fire alarm horn
18.

What would be the best combination of dimensions for a stair serving a sleeping loft in a condominium where space was at a premium and the floor-to-floor dimension was 9 ft 4 in?
- A.
  
  8 in riser, 10 in tread
- B.
  
  8 in riser, 9 in tread
- C.
  
  7 in riser, 9 in tread
- D.
  
  7 in riser, 11 in tread
19.

What would NOT be allowed in an access floor with removable panels?
- A.
  
  Electrical conduit
- B.
  
  HVAC
- C.
  
  Plumbing
- D.
  
  Computer cable
20.

In a plenum, how can a fire be prevented from spreading horizontally?
- A.
  
  Use fire-rated dividers
- B.
  
  Install fire dampers
- C.
  
  Use fiberglass material
- D.
  
  Install sprinker systems
21.

A client has requested that special security protection be provided for critical paper files containing corporate trade secrets, but at a reasonable cost. In designing the file room, the interior designer should suggest
- A.
  
  Electronic shielding of the file room
- B.
  
  Magnetic contacts on all doors leading to the file room
- C.
  
  Photoelectric beams within the room
- D.
  
  Card readers at the doors leading to the file room
22.

In a nonresidential building, how many stair risers equals a flight?
- A.
  
  2
- B.
  
  12
- C.
  
  3
- D.
  
  1
23.

What term is used to denote the member supporting the treads in a wood stairway?
- A.
  
  Carriage
- B.
  
  Saddle
- C.
  
  Stringer
- D.
  
  Header
24.

In designing a new space, the interior designer can influence life safety most by coordinating with consultants concerning
- A.
  
  Compartmentation
- B.
  
  Sprinklers
- C.
  
  Fire detection
- D.
  
  Smoke control
25.

If all of the following are present, what must be modified to achieve acoustic separation in a perimeter office?
- A.
  
  Batt insulation
- B.
  
  Convector
- C.
  
  Acoustical tiles
- D.
  
  Gypsum boards