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Which type of contract assigns the prime contractor responsibility for developing the entire project, from designing to building a ready to use facility to be turned over to the owner ---------CORRECT ANSWER------------ -----Turnkey A good rule of thumb from the length of time a contractor should maintain a complete and legible copy of all documents relating to the contract is as follows. ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------up to 7 years What is another term for a "one step" combined construction loan/mortgage ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Construction permanent loan What are changes to the project/contract documents made before the date bids are accepted called? ---------CORRECT ANSWER----------------- Addenda A contract is what kind of agreement between two or more persons --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Binding Which contract documents MUST be signed by both the owner and the contractor ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------The Standard Form Agreement
What is the purpose of Addenda in a contract ---------CORRECT ANSWER- ----------------To make changes in the project before bids are accepted A contractor receives an invoice on December 1 in the amount of $5, and the terms are 2/10 net 30. If the Invoice is processed by December 9 what is the amount of payment due rounded to the nearest dollar? --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------$5, If a contract is made with someone while under the influence of alcohol, That contract is _____ ---------CORRECT ANSWER----------------- Unenforceable A ______ gives the owner the right to require the contractor to correct deficiencies in the work performed. ---------CORRECT ANSWER--------------- --Warranty Which type of contract provides for starting the project before all the plans are complete? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Phased/ Fast Track What project costs do not typically need to be estimated ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Allowances
Which of these is NOT another term for fake stone products? --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Natural Stone Applying compression after application of mortar would have the following impact on the seam (or joint) created? ---------CORRECT ANSWER----------- ------All of these would be created What is the minimum number of coats of Portland plaster applied on the exterior over masonry? ---------CORRECT ANSWER----------------- 2 What must be installed at the intersection of chimneys or other masonry construction with frame walls? ---------CORRECT ANSWER----------------- Flashing What is mortar joint thickness tolerance from the specified dimensions for a bed joint? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------1/8" ________ is a filler product with a high water content ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------grout Which of these factors affects the adhesion of mortar to surfaces, but does not apply to the curing of cement? ---------CORRECT ANSWER----------------
This type of brick is recommended for walkways ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Paver brick What is the clearance of a joist from the back of a masonry chimney? ------- --CORRECT ANSWER-----------------4" The right amount of moisture and limitations with regard to excessive heat or cold have an impact on which of these in regards to concrete? --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------All of these Flashing is so important in brick masonry because ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------moisture is one of the biggest issues in masonry Cindy needs to do some repair work to her home before putting it on the market. She needs mortar to fill in a few unsightly cracks in brick patio, but is unsure of which type to get. Given the information provided, which type of these would be her best option? ---------CORRECT ANSWER--------------- --Type N Which of the following applies to unfilled hollow masonry piers supporting a beam ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Unsupported height cannot exceed 4 times the least dimension A ________ is a built-out portion of a wall that forms a bulge. --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------pilaster
A Michigan employer is required to provide which of the following for adult employees ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------None of these Businesses with more than 50 full time employees that don't offer insurance may be subject to what payment? ---------CORRECT ANSWER--- --------------The employer shared responsibility payment Which of these is included in material costs? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-- ---------------Inspection of materials Horizontal dimensions on a building plan can be found on the ________. --- ------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Plan View What is the ratio between the size of the object as drawn and its actual size called? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Scale Which type of Plan allows for a house to be sliced vertically to see information about materials, fastening, and support systems, and concealed features? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Section view What kind of contaminants are found in traditional building materials and absent from green building materials? ---------CORRECT ANSWER----------- ------Volatile organic compounds The seal and signature of an architect or professional engineer is required on all construction documents when applying for a building permit for any
one or two family dwelling project over _____ square feet --------- CORRECT ANSWER----------------- 3500 When submitting construction plans tot he local building department, which of these does not need to be in the cover sheet? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------a scale bar to show the chosen scale A description or identification of the materials to be used in a project will be found in the project _________ ---------CORRECT ANSWER----------------- Specifications In a construction plan, a section view would be named with a/an ______ --- ------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------A How long must wood flooring be allowed to acclimate? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------at least 4 or 5 days Quality control steps include all of these except ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------problem organization Who is in charge of the responsibilities of scheduling and tracking inspections, permits, and licenses? ---------CORRECT ANSWER--------------- --The project manager
What is one way a general contractor can relieve the challenges of working with subcontractors? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Developing long-standing relationships with specific subcontractors and using them regularly Applicants for the residential builder or maintenance and alteration contractor salesperson license must complete all of these except --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Show records of 3 years experience Failure to comply with an audit by the department will result in _______. ---- -----CORRECT ANSWER-----------------an investigation of a complaint initiated by the department Which of these would not be grounds for a complaint against a licensee ---- -----CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Unexpected rain at a job site A state license must be displayed where? ---------CORRECT ANSWER------ -----------In a place of business ________ is regulated by the Equal Employment opportunity Commission - --------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------The Americans with Disabilities Act The Uniform arbitration Act is intended to encourage and facilitate the resolution of civil actions through __________. ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------arbitration
All advertising must include what information ---------CORRECT ANSWER-- ---------------Contractor's Business address, contractors license number, contractors Name Businesses which maintain more than one place of business in the state of Michigan must obtain _________ for each location? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------A branch office license In an administrative hearing, The license and _______ are the only entities that have legal standing to participate in the hearing ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Bureau An individual who has __________ is covered under the ADA --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------AIDS In a ___________, strip shingles are interwoven to protect from seepage, and no metal flashing necessary. ---------CORRECT ANSWER----------------- Closed Valley According to the Michigan residential code, any owner or authorized must have a permit for which of the following? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-------- ---------Construct a building structure, replacing an electrical system, replacing any gas system. Each strip of underlayment for shingles should be lapped over the previous strip by how much at all end joints? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-------------- ---6"
If a contractors FUTA liability exceeds _________ then FUTA taxes are deposited quarterly ---------CORRECT ANSWER----------------- 500 A document which shows the financial position of a company for the year, also called a profit and loss statement is known as ____________ --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Income Statement The Function of the balance sheet is to ________ ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Show the financial condition of the business on a specific date The amount remaining after deducting direct and indirect costs from revenues is known as______ ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Net Total Profit The ______ summarizes the cash inflows and outflows from operating, investing, and financing activities during a specific time. ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Cash Flow Statement What tax is deducted (withheld) solely from employees wages --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Income Tax What is the disadvantage of using the accrual method of accounting? ------- --CORRECT ANSWER-----------------This system requires more record keeping.
What is a form W- 3 ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Employers summary of W-2s issued to employees Jasmine the contactor is having a busy year for work. She has three long term projects going on at once, and there have been at least 10 short term projects completed throughout the year. Jasmine does her own book keeping, and the best practice would be for her to do what? --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Keep separate ledgers for short term and long term accounts receivable Fire blocking can be required in walls over_____ high ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------10' When a plywood panel is graded by the quality of its veneer, adhesives used, number of layers and its dimensions, this is known as the ________ of grading ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Prescriptive method When installing board paneling, the first board to be installed should be scribed in a position plumb to the adjacent wall and undercut by _________. ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------5 degrees The molding or trim around a doorway or window is called _______ --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Th casing Fastening schedules show the _____ code requirements for the quality and safety of framing and structural design. ---------CORRECT ANSWER--------- --------Minimum
What is the minimum size and location of rebar in a footing supporting a monolithic slab? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------2/4 and located within the middle third of the depth If a slab will have no significant traffic crossing the joint, a ______ is acceptable to use. ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Plain Butt joint In a sidewalk or walkway ______ is a gap between portions of concrete that is filled with flexible material. ---------CORRECT ANSWER----------------- An Expansion Joint The sand added to cement mixture is know as ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Fine Aggregate Crazing is ______ ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------The appearance of fine cracks that appear in irregular patterns over the concrete surface, Which is NOT one of the more common admixtures? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Water expanders Elements of a contract include ---------CORRECT ANSWER----------------- Consideration An offer Acceptance of an Offer
A warranty period usually lasts how much time? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------One year form the time the project ended When is a party in breach of a contract ---------CORRECT ANSWER---------- -------When there is a failure to fully and properly perform a duty and no legal excuse sufficient A contractor failed to completely clean the job site, and some of the equipment is damaged, most likely due to the poor maintenance. The contract does not specify that the contractor must ensure the site is cleaned each day. What kind of breach could this be considered? --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Immaterial Which party usually obtains a Construction loan for a project --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------the buyer A perc test measures the ______ of soil ---------CORRECT ANSWER-------- ---------Absorption Rate A contractor would complete grading with which of these tools? --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Backhoe Which of these is NOT a good technique to maintain soil function and existing vegetation around a job site? ---------CORRECT ANSWER------------ -----Install a fence around materials to keep animals out
The additional excavation needed to provide clearance for work is known as _____ ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Over dig What is the minimum compressive strength of concrete for a garage floor slab in severe weathering? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------3, Air Entrained Which of these is NOT an element of laying a concrete slab o grade? ------- --CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Must be placed above ground, at least 12" When installing hard wood flooring over concrete, the slab should be allowed to cure for a minimum period of ______ ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Two Months Footings should be placed at a minimum of _____ and farther in cold climates. ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------12" below Grade In which case would a construction joint NOT be used? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------When the entire slab of concrete is being poured at once What is the minimum width of a foundation supporting a two story light frame house on clay soil? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------12"
What should be placed beneath a pressure-treated sill supporting an interior wall and the concrete slab? ---------CORRECT ANSWER--------------- --30/felt Which of the following applies to insulation? ---------CORRECT ANSWER--- --------------Flame spread does not exceed 25 The resistance of a building element, such as a wall, to the passage of sound is known as its ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------STC Value Some _____ is manufactured with ceramic fiber incorporated as a fire retardant. ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------fiberboard What is foam in place insulation used for? ---------CORRECT ANSWER------ -----------spraying into small areas to control air leaks The use of above deck thermal insulation is permitted as long as --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------the insulation is covered with an approved roof covering Insulation made from material that expands as it is installed is known as ---- -----CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Spray-Foam Insulation What is another term for blown-in insulation ---------CORRECT ANSWER--- --------------Loose-fill
