Question 1

A common problem in masonry walls is efflorescence. Which of the following condition/conditions must be present for efflorescence to occur?
A.presence of salt in the wall
B.extremely low humidity
C.exposure to water
D.contact of water with salt

Accepted Answer

A) a & b 
B) a & d 
C) b & d 
D) b & c

Question 2

The new office complex had their renovations just over a year before. They have recently moved desks around to accommodate new workers. They have now discovered the carpeting has greatly faded near the windows. When the carpet was specified the design firm didn't bother to look at the Fade Resistance Test. The Design firm should have required that tests be performed to determine colorfastness under certain conditions. Choose one of those conditions below that should have been done to have prevented this problem.

Accepted Answer

A) Steiner Tunnel 
B) Atmospheric fading 
C) Rubbing -Wear 
D) Flooring Radiant Panel

Question 3

You are designing a commercial bathroom with three stalls of wall-mounted toilets. According to the latest ADA standards, at least one of the stalls must have a minimum depth of __ inches of inside clearance.

Accepted Answer

A) 56 
B) 59 
C) 60 
D) 66

Question 4

What type of bathroom sink is best for barrier free design?

Accepted Answer

A) Vessel Sink 
B) Undermount sink in vanity cabinet 
C) Wall hung sink with shroud 
D) Pedestal Sink

Question 5

What is the recommended grab bar height to meet ADA standards when mounted in a horizontal position?

Accepted Answer

A) 26 inches to 32 inches up from finished floor 
B) 28 inches to 34 inches from finished floor 
C) 33 inches to 36 inches up from finished floor 
D) 35 inches to 39 inches up from finished floor

Question 6

The new clothing store wants to make sure their lighting is humanizing. What is meant by humanizing light?

Accepted Answer

A) Making light come alive. 
B) Making light personal to fit the stores design. 
C) To use characters and designed lighting to look like mannequins. 
D) Designing lighting to have people look their best and feel comfortable.

Question 7

The design firm is remodeling a well-known Italian restaurant in town. What type of resilient flooring would be the best choice for a commercial kitchen?

Accepted Answer

A) Sheet Vinyl 
B) Rubber Sheeting 
C) Cork Flooring 
D) 1/8 inch Commercial Vinyl Tile

Question 8

The Design Firm is redecorating the Day Care Center. They want to make sure the correct window coverings are specified to protect the children. Which of the following selections is the best choice for the space if the windows are 36 inches wide, 36 inches high, and 36 inches off the finished floor?

Accepted Answer

A) Draperies that have a cord anchored to the floor 
B) Cordless Blinds on a Remote Control 
C) Mini Blinds that can close with a cord so the kids can nap during the day 
D) Woven Roman Blind that lets light into the space

Question 9

When a design firm has a project that their company has designed, who is responsible for the scheduling of the construction?

Accepted Answer

A) The owner of the project as there many subs on the job. 
B) The design firm is in charge of all the schedules. 
C) The contractor, however with the design firm able to estimate the time for the entire project. 
D) The contractor is in complete control with no interference.

Question 10

Often times plumbing or wiring or different types of tubing may need to go through framing joists.What is the rule for determining the largest side of hole, notch or cut in a joist? No hole should be more than ___ of Joist Depth

Accepted Answer

A) One Half 
B) One Third 
C) One Fifth 
D) One Quarter

Question 11

The function of a ballast in a fluorescent fixture is:

Accepted Answer

A) Supply of electricity to the fixture 
B) Provide rapid start 
C) Internal link to combine fixtures 
D) Starting voltage and operating current

Question 12

What is the name of the federal act that sets the safety standard for construction projects?

Accepted Answer

A) OSHA 
B) EPA 
C) CPSC 
D) FMCS

Question 13

The design firm specifications have a splush finish for the carpeting for a new home. What is a splush finish?

Accepted Answer

A) A low-density type of carpet of loop-pile 
B) A semi-dense cut pile halfway between a shag and a plush. 
C) A thick plush finish with a bit of shine on the fibers. 
D) A dense cut pile carpet, usually made of heavy yarns.

Question 14

The placing of elements that block direct line-of-sight travel paths for sound waves is called?

Accepted Answer

A) Sound Deterrent 
B) Good Acoustics 
C) Acoustical Shadow 
D) Sound Masking

Question 15

Where is the best location for a "panic switch" to turn on the exterior lights in a home?

Accepted Answer

A) Kitchen by the sink 
B) Living Room by the seating area 
C) Master Bedroom by the bed 
D) Entry by the Front Door

Question 16

What is the meaning of Intumescent?

Accepted Answer

A) When fabrics are made entirely from inorganic materials. 
B) The ability of a material to swell and char when exposed to heat. 
C) The odor that remains in furniture when exposed to cigarette smoke. 
D) The Combustion without flame that may burn for a long period of time in upholstery.

Question 17

Which of the following are major problems that can result from improper carpet cleaning?

Accepted Answer

A) Pilling, Funnel Areas, Pooling 
B) Track-off Areas, Fiber Loosening, Fading 
C) Browning, Fumes, Adhesive Dissolving 
D) Fading, Shrinking, Shading

Question 18

The design firm has specified running trim which will be custom fabricated. What would this type of trim be specified for?

Accepted Answer

A) Trim intended to be used as each piece; such as door frame trim. 
B) Trim used to match wood grain pattern. 
C) Trim used for gripping walls such as corner protection in a corridor wall of a hospital. 
D) Trim used for a continuing length that must be installed in several pieces fitted end to end.

Question 19

The formula for estimating the quantity of wallpaper material needed for a given project is based on?

Accepted Answer

A) The width of roll. 
B) The number of square feet on the roll. 
C) The color of the pattern on the roll. 
D) Based on the square feet of the room.

Question 20

The form identifying deficiencies to be corrected by the contractor is called the __________. This form is normally handled towards the end of the project.

Accepted Answer

A) Complaint form 
B) Work order 
C) Punch list 
D) Discrepancy order

Exam 1: Interior Design

A common problem in masonry walls is efflorescence. Which of the following condition/conditions must be present for efflorescence to occur? A.presence of salt in the wall B.extremely low humidity C.exposure to water D.contact of water with salt