Question 1

The three main areas to consider regarding acoustics within Interior space are?

Accepted Answer

A) Noise levels, Aesthetics, Textures 
B) Space, Materials, Purpose 
C) Space Planning, Materials, Use of Space 
D) Reverberation, Reflection, Absorption 
A) Noise levels, Aesthetics, Textures 
B) Space, Materials, Purpose 
C) Space Planning, Materials, Use of Space 
D) Reverberation, Reflection, Absorption

Question 2

When it comes to quality of paint, which of the following best describes what to look for?

Accepted Answer

A) Eco-friendliness, brand, selection, fading resistance, price 
B) Cost, ease of application, color choices, tints and tones, textures 
C) Durability, washability, hiding power, uniformity of color and surface finish, longevity of color 
D) Resistance to mold and mildew, ease of distribution, convenience 
A) Eco-friendliness, brand, selection, fading resistance, price 
B) Cost, ease of application, color choices, tints and tones, textures 
C) Durability, washability, hiding power, uniformity of color and surface finish, longevity of color 
D) Resistance to mold and mildew, ease of distribution, convenience

Question 3

What is the clear spacing between a wall and a handrail?

Accepted Answer

A) 2 1/2 inches 
B) 1 inch 
C) 3 inches 
D) 1 1/2 inches 
A) 2 1/2 inches 
B) 1 inch 
C) 3 inches 
D) 1 1/2 inches

Question 4

What is the minimum length of a side grab bar next to a water closet?

Accepted Answer

A) 24 inches 
B) 42 inches 
C) 36 inches 
D) 18 inches 
A) 24 inches 
B) 42 inches 
C) 36 inches 
D) 18 inches

Question 5

When using sandstone in flooring and it has been cleaved from the original rock it is called?

Accepted Answer

A) Slate 
B) Terrazzo 
C) Flagstone 
D) Travertine 
A) Slate 
B) Terrazzo 
C) Flagstone 
D) Travertine

Question 6

In lighting design what is the measure of color temperature?

Accepted Answer

A) Watts 
B) Voltage 
C) Illumination 
D) Kelvin 
A) Watts 
B) Voltage 
C) Illumination 
D) Kelvin

Question 7

The minimum allowable thickness for a concrete slab is _____ when it is supported directly by the ground.

Accepted Answer

A) 3 inches 
B) 4 inches 
C) 5 inches 
D) 6 inches 
A) 3 inches 
B) 4 inches 
C) 5 inches 
D) 6 inches

Question 8

Emergency lighting is required in commercial buildings at exit stairs, doors and corridors along with other place where occupancy load will determine code requirements. The usual minimum lighting level at the floor level is ______.

Accepted Answer

A) One green bulb and one red bulb on each side of the door. 
B) Two - 30Watt Bulbs 
C) One foot candle 
D) Square Illuminated light on each side of the door. 
A) One green bulb and one red bulb on each side of the door. 
B) Two - 30Watt Bulbs 
C) One foot candle 
D) Square Illuminated light on each side of the door.

Question 9

The distance that a person must travel from the most remote point of a room to the nearest exit is called?

Accepted Answer

A) Exit path 
B) Travel distance 
C) Fire escape exit 
D) Exit corridor 
A) Exit path 
B) Travel distance 
C) Fire escape exit 
D) Exit corridor

Question 10

American Disability Act requires certain standards are made for those that are sight impaired when using an elevator. Which of the following are some of those standards?

Accepted Answer

A) The keypad has color contrasted from elevator cab, flooring finish change at entrance, lighting contrast in cab to designate floors. 
B) A sign on both door jams on every floor and in raised Braille and raised letters, emergency intercom identified by Braille and raised letters. 
C) Voice activation for each floor, textured surface for each floor button. 
D) A Elevator service person available on request to aid those sight impaired. 
A) The keypad has color contrasted from elevator cab, flooring finish change at entrance, lighting contrast in cab to designate floors. 
B) A sign on both door jams on every floor and in raised Braille and raised letters, emergency intercom identified by Braille and raised letters. 
C) Voice activation for each floor, textured surface for each floor button. 
D) A Elevator service person available on request to aid those sight impaired.

Question 11

The layer construction of lumber glued together which could be horizontal or vertical is called?

Accepted Answer

A) Veneered 
B) Laminated 
C) Particle board 
D) Plywood 
A) Veneered 
B) Laminated 
C) Particle board 
D) Plywood

Exam 1: Interior Design