Question 1

The automatic sprinkler system in a building is a part of

Accepted Answer

A) basic fire protection 
B) active fire protection. 
C) upgraded fire protection 
D) passive fire protection. 
E) none of the above. 
A) basic fire protection 
B) active fire protection. 
C) upgraded fire protection 
D) passive fire protection. 
E) none of the above.

Question 2

Using a sketch and notes, explain what a fire wall is.

Accepted Answer

A firewall is a network security device

Question 3

Which factor determines the type of construction of a building?

Accepted Answer

The type of construction of a building i

Question 4

Among the various types of construction included in a building code, which is the most fire- resistive type?

Accepted Answer

A) Type HT 
B) Type V(
A)  
C) Type V(
B)  
D) Type I(
A)  
E) None of the above 
A) Type HT 
B) Type V(
A)  
C) Type V(
B)  
D) Type I(
A)  
E) None of the above

Question 5

What is the essential difference between the building code and the fire code of a city?

Accepted Answer

The building code deals with the design

Question 6

Based on their fire properties, interior finishes are divided into

Accepted Answer

A) Classes I, II, III, and IV. 
B) Classes W, X, Y, and Z. 
C) Classes A, B, C, and D. 
D) Classes A, B, and 
E) Classes X, Y, and Z. 
A) Classes I, II, III, and IV. 
B) Classes W, X, Y, and Z. 
C) Classes A, B, C, and D. 
D) Classes A, B, and 
E) Classes X, Y, and Z.

Question 7

Using a sketch, explain the concept of fire separation distance and its effect on the required fire- resistance rating of an exterior wall.

Accepted Answer

Fire separation distance refers to the d

Question 8

The design of the means- of- egress system in a building is a part of

Accepted Answer

A) passive fire protection. 
B) upgraded fire protection. 
C) basic fire protection. 
D) active fire protection. 
E) none of the above. 
A) passive fire protection. 
B) upgraded fire protection. 
C) basic fire protection. 
D) active fire protection. 
E) none of the above.

Question 9

The spread of flames on floor finishes is ignored.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Describe the differences between Class A, Class B, and Class C interior finishes based on FSI and SDI.

Accepted Answer

Class A, Class B, and Class C interior f

Question 11

In terms of fire- related fatalities in buildings in the U.S., which of the two building types is more vulnerable:
(i)Residential buildings or non- residential buildings?
(ii)One- and two- family dwellings or multifamily residential buildings?

Accepted Answer

(i)Residential build

Question 12

The nine types of construction in the International Building Code are divided into three groups: (i)noncombustible group, (ii)combustible group, and (iii)noncombustible/combustible group. Name the types of construction in combustible group.

Accepted Answer

Type V(A)a

Question 13

What does smoke developed index (SDI)mean? Does SDI apply to a material or an assembly?

Accepted Answer

SDI refers to the density of s

Question 14

Using a sketch and notes, explain how the fire- resistance rating of an assembly is determined using ASTM standard E119.

Accepted Answer

The fire-resistance rating of an assembl

Question 15

In determining the fire- resistance rating of an assembly through ASTM E119 test, which of the following properties of the assembly are investigated?

Accepted Answer

A) Structural integrity during the fire 
B) Change of color of assembly during the fire 
C) Occurrence of cracks in assembly during the fire 
D) (a)and (b) 
E) (a)and (c) 
A) Structural integrity during the fire 
B) Change of color of assembly during the fire 
C) Occurrence of cracks in assembly during the fire 
D) (a)and (b) 
E) (a)and (c)

Question 16

The International Building Code classifies buildings into nine types of construction. Name them.

Accepted Answer

Type I(A), Type I(B), Type II(

Question 17

Fire- resistance rating of an assembly is measured in units of

Accepted Answer

A) total heat released by assembly in fire test. 
B) pounds per square inch. 
C) time. 
D) rate of temperature increase of assembly during fire test. 
E) none of the above. 
A) total heat released by assembly in fire test. 
B) pounds per square inch. 
C) time. 
D) rate of temperature increase of assembly during fire test. 
E) none of the above.

Question 18

The total number of types of construction, including their sub- classifications, in a building code is

Accepted Answer

A) 6. 
B) 7. 
C) 8. 
D) 9. 
E) 10. 
A) 6. 
B) 7. 
C) 8. 
D) 9. 
E) 10.

Question 19

What does the acronym NFPA stand for?

Accepted Answer

National F

Question 20

Name two commonly referenced publications for obtaining the fire ratings of frequently used building assemblies.

Accepted Answer

1. International Bui

Exam 7: Fire and Smoke-Related Properties

The automatic sprinkler system in a building is a part of

Using a sketch and notes, explain what a fire wall is.

Which factor determines the type of construction of a building?

Among the various types of construction included in a building code, which is the most fire- resistive type?

What is the essential difference between the building code and the fire code of a city?

Based on their fire properties, interior finishes are divided into

Using a sketch, explain the concept of fire separation distance and its effect on the required fire- resistance rating of an exterior wall.

The design of the means- of- egress system in a building is a part of

The spread of flames on floor finishes is ignored.

Describe the differences between Class A, Class B, and Class C interior finishes based on FSI and SDI.

In terms of fire- related fatalities in buildings in the U.S., which of the two building types is more vulnerable: (i)Residential buildings or non- residential buildings? (ii)One- and two- family dwellings or multifamily residential buildings?

The nine types of construction in the International Building Code are divided into three groups: (i)noncombustible group, (ii)combustible group, and (iii)noncombustible/combustible group. Name the types of construction in combustible group.

What does smoke developed index (SDI)mean? Does SDI apply to a material or an assembly?

Using a sketch and notes, explain how the fire- resistance rating of an assembly is determined using ASTM standard E119.

In determining the fire- resistance rating of an assembly through ASTM E119 test, which of the following properties of the assembly are investigated?

The International Building Code classifies buildings into nine types of construction. Name them.

Fire- resistance rating of an assembly is measured in units of

The total number of types of construction, including their sub- classifications, in a building code is

What does the acronym NFPA stand for?

Name two commonly referenced publications for obtaining the fire ratings of frequently used building assemblies.

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Principles of Joints and Sealants Expansion and Contraction Control

Principles of Sustainable Construction

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