Question 1

Explain what a ridge board is.

Accepted Answer

A ridge board is generally a 2- by lumbe

Question 2

If the cross- grain lumber dimensions in a WLF building are the same throughout the entire building, it is not subjected to any swelling or shrinkage.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

What is in- line framing with respect to the location of floor joists or rafters on a wood light- frame wall assembly? Is in- line framing used in contemporary wood frame construction?

Accepted Answer

In an in- line framing, the floor joists

Question 4

Explain the difference between a ridge board and a ridge beam, and indicate where each is required.

Accepted Answer

A ridge board and a ridge beam are both

Question 5

In a WLF building, a floor framing plan indicates

Accepted Answer

A) the layout of studs and exterior wall sheathing. 
B) the layout of studs and their spacing. 
C) the layout of floor joists and blocking. 
D) the layout of floor beams, studs, and wall sheathing. 
E) the layout of floor joists, floor beams, and blocking. 
A) the layout of studs and exterior wall sheathing. 
B) the layout of studs and their spacing. 
C) the layout of floor joists and blocking. 
D) the layout of floor beams, studs, and wall sheathing. 
E) the layout of floor joists, floor beams, and blocking.

Question 6

A bird's mouth cut in rafters is made at the ridge.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

The maximum number of stories allowed by the International Building Code for a fully sprinklered, R- 2 occupancy building in Type V(B)construction is

Accepted Answer

A) four. 
B) five. 
C) two. 
D) three. 
A) four. 
B) five. 
C) two. 
D) three.

Question 8

Sketch in elevation the typical arrangement of studs around a wall opening. Name all the important framing members.

Accepted Answer

In a typical wall opening, the arrangeme

Question 9

Most framing members in wood light- frame construction are 2- by members. What are the most commonly used sizes for: (i)studs, (ii)floor joists, and (iii)roof rafters?

Accepted Answer

(i)For studs: 2×4 and 2×6; (ii

Question 10

The podium structure in a podium- type building must be Type I(A)construction.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

The center- to- center spacings of framing members in a WLF building are generally

Accepted Answer

A) 12 in., 24 in., or 36 in. 
B) 2 ft, 3 ft, or 4 ft. 
C) 4 ft, 6 ft, or 8 ft. 
D) 12 in., 16 in., or 24 in. 
E) Virtually any spacing may be used, depending on the architectural and structural considerations. 
A) 12 in., 24 in., or 36 in. 
B) 2 ft, 3 ft, or 4 ft. 
C) 4 ft, 6 ft, or 8 ft. 
D) 12 in., 16 in., or 24 in. 
E) Virtually any spacing may be used, depending on the architectural and structural considerations.

Question 12

Explain what a load- bearing element is.

Accepted Answer

A load- bearing element is an

Question 13

Using a sketch, show the typical detail of anchorage of a sill plate to the foundation.

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, I cannot create visual co

Question 14

Explain why we use 12 in., 16 in., or 24 in. as center- to- center spacing of framing members in a wood light- frame structure.

Accepted Answer

See the In

Question 15

Where does one come across balloon frame construction these days?

Accepted Answer

In older homes durin

Exam 15: Wood Light-Frame Construction-I

Explain what a ridge board is.

If the cross- grain lumber dimensions in a WLF building are the same throughout the entire building, it is not subjected to any swelling or shrinkage.

What is in- line framing with respect to the location of floor joists or rafters on a wood light- frame wall assembly? Is in- line framing used in contemporary wood frame construction?

Explain the difference between a ridge board and a ridge beam, and indicate where each is required.

In a WLF building, a floor framing plan indicates

A bird's mouth cut in rafters is made at the ridge.

The maximum number of stories allowed by the International Building Code for a fully sprinklered, R- 2 occupancy building in Type V(B)construction is

Sketch in elevation the typical arrangement of studs around a wall opening. Name all the important framing members.

Most framing members in wood light- frame construction are 2- by members. What are the most commonly used sizes for: (i)studs, (ii)floor joists, and (iii)roof rafters?

The podium structure in a podium- type building must be Type I(A)construction.

The center- to- center spacings of framing members in a WLF building are generally

Explain what a load- bearing element is.

Using a sketch, show the typical detail of anchorage of a sill plate to the foundation.

Explain why we use 12 in., 16 in., or 24 in. as center- to- center spacing of framing members in a wood light- frame structure.

Where does one come across balloon frame construction these days?

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Design and Constructions Regulations

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Load Resistance the Structural Properties of Materials

Properties of the Envelope-I Thermal Properties

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Fire and Smoke-Related Properties

Acoustical Properties of Materials

Principles of Joints and Sealants Expansion and Contraction Control

Principles of Sustainable Construction

Soils and Excavations

Below-Grade Construction Foundation Systems and Basements

Materials for Wood Construction-I Lumber

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Wood Light-Frame Construction-II

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