Construction Technology Practice Quiz #1

The primary purpose of a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) is to:

• prevent electrical fires

• protect against electrical shock

• regulate voltage levels

• improve energy efficiency

A load center in electrical systems is:

• a device that distributes electrical power to various circuits.

• a type of transformer used in power generation.

• a component that stores electrical energy.

• a system for wireless power transmission.

The term for the vertical face between stair treads is:

• Riser

• Tread

• Nosing

• Stringer

What is the correct response when discovering damaged electrical equipment?

• Report it immediately to a supervisor.

• Attempt to repair it yourself.

• Ignore it and continue working.

• Use it carefully to avoid further damage.

The primary purpose of subflooring in a floor system is to:

• provide a level surface for the finished floor

• act as a decorative element

• serve as the main structural support

• insulate the floor

What is a wythe in masonry construction?

• A type of brick

• A vertical section of masonry

• A tool used in masonry

• A type of mortar

The proper installation direction for tongue and groove subflooring is:

• Parallel to the floor joists

• Perpendicular to the floor joists

• At a 45-degree angle to the floor joists

• In any direction

What is a revision cloud on construction documents?

• A symbol indicating changes made to the documents

• A type of cloud used in weather forecasting

• A decorative element on construction plans

• A tool for measuring distances on a blueprint

The purpose of joist hangers in floor construction is to:

• provide support for beams and joists

• enhance the aesthetic appeal of the floor

• reduce noise transmission between floors

• increase the thermal insulation of the floor

The formula for calculating the area of a triangle is:

• A = 1/2 * base * height

• A = base * height