PDD – ARE Tutor

Project Development & Documentation (PDD)

1. A high-performance building envelope requires careful coordination between various trades. Which document serves as the primary tool for this coordination?

(a) The architectural drawings

(b) The construction specifications

(d) The building permit application

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2. A client requests a green roof system for their new building. During construction documentation, what factors should the architect prioritize?

(a) Aesthetic appearance and material selection

(b) Drainage system design and waterproofing details

(d) Roof access points and safety considerations

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3. You discover a discrepancy between the architectural drawings and the structural calculations for a critical building element. What should you do FIRST?

(a) Proceed with construction as planned and notify the client later.

(b) Notify the contractor and proceed with construction at their own risk.

c) Immediately inform the design team and client, and collaborate to resolve the discrepancy.

(d) Seek legal counsel before taking any action.

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4. Which of the following is NOT required to be included in a complete set of construction documents?

(a) Architectural drawings

(b) Structural calculations

(d) Marketing materials for the project

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5. You are unsure about the specific fire rating requirements for a particular building element. What is the MOST reliable source of information?

(a) Online forums and construction blogs

(b) Manufacturer product brochures

(d) Recommendations from the general contractor

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6. A client wants to incorporate custom-designed lighting fixtures into their project. How should the architect address this in the construction documents?

(a) Include only generic fixture specifications and leave the design details to the contractor.

(b) Develop detailed fabrication drawings for each custom fixture.

(d) Refer the client to a specialist lighting designer for detailed documentation.

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7. During construction administration, you observe deviations from the approved construction documents. What should you do?

(a) Ignore the deviations as long as they don’t seem critical.

(b) Allow the contractor to proceed and document the changes later.

(d) Approve the changes verbally without issuing any written documentation.

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8. Which document serves as the official record of decisions made during construction administration?

(a) The daily construction logs

(b) The project schedule

(d) As-built drawings

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9. What is the PRIMARY purpose of a door and window schedule in construction documents?

(a) To showcase the aesthetic design of the building

(b) To communicate specific product information and requirements for each opening

(d) To specify the desired hardware for each door and window

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10. A project experiences delays due to unforeseen site conditions. Which document is MOST likely to be used to support a time extension request for the contractor?

(a) The original project schedule

(b) The architectural drawings

d) The building permit application

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11. Which of the following statements about precast concrete are true? (Choose the three that apply.)

(A) Type III cement (high-early-strength) is often used for precast concrete members.

(B) Precast concrete members can be a maximum of 14 ft wide.

(D) Conditions are more controlled during the production of precast concrete members than they would be for similar structural systems built in the field.

(E) Precast concrete can be used only with white aggregate.

(F) Precast concrete shapes include flooring planks, wall panels, and door modules.

12. A slip joint is used in the head of an aluminum storefront system to

(A) allow for expansion and contraction

(B) accommodate the deflection of the structure

(D) provide a way to install and remove the glazing

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13. Which of the following will effectively reduce the possibility of termite infestation? (Choose the three that apply.)

(A) Design the slope of the grade near the foundation to fall away from the structure.

(B) Specify pressure-treated lumber.

(D) Provide a gravel drainage area where the foundation wall meets the surrounding grade.

(E) Wood members are located above ground.

(F) Provide adequate attic ventilation.

14. The energy required to turn a raw material into a finished building product is known as

(A) manufacturing energy

(B) embodied energy

(D) commissioning energy

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15. Materials or assemblies with a high noise reduction coefficient (NRC) generally have a

(A) high sound transmission class (STC)

(B) low STC

(D) low absorption coefficient

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16. Which of these statements about reinforcing bar (rebar) sizes is true?

(A) American and metric sizes are now based on a unitless number.

(B) American bar numbers equal the number of eighths of an inch across the diameter.

(D) Epoxy-coated reinforcing steel bars are used only on interior concrete floor slabs.

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17. The portion of the roof indicated at A is a

(A) cricket

(B) hip

(D) dormer

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18. A section of a precast concrete panel attached to a cast-in-place concrete structure is shown. Which connection point should allow for both vertical and lateral movement?

A section of a precast concrete panel attached to a cast-in-place concrete structure is shown

Which connection point should allow for both vertical and lateral movement?

(A)

(B)

(C)

(D)

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19. What is used to minimize corner chipping of concrete?

(A) chamfer strips

(B) hardeners

(D) walers

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20. In masonry walls, water is prevented from seeping back into the wall through capillary action by using

(A) base flashing

(B) coping

(D) weep holes

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21. Which area in the masonry wall assembly shown is the most susceptible to water penetration?

Which area in the masonry wall assembly shown is the most susceptible to water penetration?

(A) area A

(B) area B

(D) areaD

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22. Asphalt-impregnated building paper is used under siding primarily to

(A) improve thermal resistance

(B) increase the water resistance of the wall

(D) all of the above

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23. A gypsum wallboard ceiling detail is shown. The component labeled x is the:

A gypsum wallboard ceiling detail is shown.

The component labeled x is the

(A) channelspacer

(B) cold-rolled steel channel

(D) main runner

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24. A joint that is typically used where an addition meets an existing building to allow the two sections to move independently of one another is called a(n)

(A) control joint

(B) construction joint

(D) isolation joint

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25. What type of weld does the following symbol represent?

What type of weld does the following symbol represent?

(A) V-groove weld with back-up bar

(B) double-bevel groove weld

(D) fillet weld all around

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26. When preparing door and hardware schedules, it is important to note the hand of the door. Referring to the hand is a standard method of describing the location of the hinges and which way the door swings. If a person standing on the outside of a door cannot see the hinges and the door swings away, it is either right-hand (RH) or left-hand (LH), depending upon which side the hinges are located. If the door swings toward the person, it is either

(A) right-hand reverse (RHR)

(B) right-hand (RH)

(D) left-hand (LH)

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27. What type of cement is used in slip form construction?

(A) Type I

(B) Type II

(D) Type IV

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28. Which type of masonry cement mortar has the highest compressive strength?

(A) Type M

(B) Type N

(D) Type S

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29. What type of brick would be most likely specified for an eastern exposure in New Hampshire?

(A) NW

(B) FBX

(D) SW

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30. An architect is writing specifications for a small clothing boutique. The architect has worked closely with the owner and fashion designer to plan an intricately detailed tile floor for the main showroom. The designer wishes to use a type of marble she saw installed in a friend's home in Rome. Which type of tile specification is most appropriate?

(A) prescriptive

(B) proprietary

(D) reference standard

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31. Devices that hold reinforcing steel in position and prevent the rebar from slipping out of place as concrete is placed are called

(A) props

(B) lifts

(D) chairs

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32. What type of plywood is used for roof sheathing?

(A) A-B Exterior

(B) B-C Exterior

(D) A-D Exterior

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33. Architectural woodwork for installation in the south- 418. A fire-rated gypsum board partition must western United States should have a moisture content of

(A) less than 5%

(B) 4%to 9%

(D) 8% to 13%

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34. A 6 in thick concrete slab is reinforced with no. 4 rebar placed in a horizontal grid and spaced 4 in on center. The maximum size of the aggregate shall not exceed

(A) 1½in

(B) 1 in

(D) 2 5/8 in

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35. Calculate the equivalent thickness of a 12 in concrete block that is 75% solids.

(A) 8½ in

(B) 8¾ in

(D) 9¼ in

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36. Aluminum windows are specified for installation in a masonry wall. Which material is the least desirable choice for flashing at the head of the window?

(A) aluminum

(B) copper

(D) lead

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37. When selecting a fire extinguisher cabinet, the most critical design feature is the

(A) projection distance from the wall

(B) size of the glazing

(D) finish

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38. A fire-rated gypsum board partition must

(A) be Type X gypsum board

(B) stop at the ceiling

(D) be non-bearing

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39. What is the building code requirement for pairs of exit doors with astragals?

(A) weather stripping

(B) door stop

(D) flush bolts

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40. According to most building codes, horizontal masonry reinforcement is required every

(A) 8.0 in

(B) 16 in

(D) 32 in

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41. What is the most important fire-resistance property of a concrete masonry unit (CMU) partition?

(A) overall width

(B) density

(D) equivalent thickness

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42. The allowable stress ratings for lumber in the building codes are based primarily on

(A) the length of the lumber

(B) species

(D) whether the lumber is used as a floor or ceiling joist

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43. Which of the following pedestrian walk materials provides the best positive grade-level drainage away from a building?

(A) asphaltic concrete

(B) brick pavers

(D) concrete

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44. Radon testing is conducted in the basement of an elementary school that is under study for a renovation and addition project. The results show a concentration of 3 pCi/L. Determine an appropriate course of action.

(A) Demolish the existing slab, and install a new 4 in slab on a vapor barrier placed on top of a 4 in base course of gravel.

(B) Seal any cracks in the foundation walls and floor slab, and ventilate the basement to the exterior.

(D) No action is required at this time, but the site should be monitored.

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45. A massive brick wall behind glazing on the south side of a house would act as a

(A) direct gain system

(B) greenhouse design

(D) Trombe wall

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46. Air barriers are designed to stop infiltration and exfiltration caused by which of the following? (Choose the three that apply.)

(A) wind pressure

(B) stack pressure

(D) vapor pressure

(E) pressure in an elevator shaft

(F) pressure in a built-up roofing system

47. The surface of a water tank is 100 ft above the lowest plumbing fixture in a building. Ignore friction loss. The water pressure available at the lowest fixture is most nearly

(A) 23 psi

(B) 31 psi

(D) 43 psi

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48. Which statements about drainage are correct? (Choose the three that apply.)

(A) The vent stack connects with the stack vent above the highest fixture served by the stack.

(B) The vent stack extends through the roof.

(D) The house drain cannot also serve as the building sewer.

(E) Cleanouts are always a necessary part of a drainage system.

(F) Vents have a maximum size of 1 in.

49. Energy transfer wheels

(A) temper incoming air with exhaust air

(B) use ground temperature for heating or cooling

(D) exchange heat from solar panels to an airstream

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50. The heat gain for a building has been calculated at 108,000 Btu/hr. A compressive refrigeration machine of _ tons should be specified. (Fill in the blank.)

A compressive refrigeration machine of tons should be specified.

51. An architect is assisting with the renovation of a 1780 farmhouse in Virginia. The total floor area of the farmhouse is approximately 1500 ft2. The owner requests a central air conditioning system. The cooling capacity required, rounded to the nearest ton, will be __ tons. (Fill in the blank.)

An architect is assisting with the renovation of a 1780 farmhouse in Virginia. The total floor area of the farmhouse is approximately 1500 ft2. The owner requests a central air conditioning system. The cooling capacity required, rounded to the nearest ton, will be tons.

52. Which of the following types of conduit is best suited for use when connecting to a motor?

(A) flexible metal conduit

(B) electric metallic tubing

(D) rigid steel conduit

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53. What is the voltage of the service obtained at each tap?

What is the voltage of the service obtained at each tap?

(A) a= 120 V, b = 120 V, c= 240 V, and d= 240 V

(B) a = 277 V, b = 277 V, c = 480 V, and d = 480 V

(D) a= 120 V, b= 120 V, c= 208 V, and d= 208 V

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54. Which of the following are included in a typical transformer specification?(C hoose the four that apply.)

(A) sound level in decibels

(B) the type of cooling medium

(D) voltage

(E) insulation class

(F) k VA rating

55. Two adjacent rooms separated by an acoustical partition are shown. There is a noise-producing source in room B.

Two adjacent rooms separated by an acoustical partition are shown. There is a noise-producing source in room B.

The noise reduction in room A is dependent on which of the following? (Choose the three that apply.)

(A) area of the partition

(B) thickness of the partition

(D) absorption of surfaces in room A

(E) noise source in room B

(F) floor area of room A

56. The goal of a lightning protection system is to

(A) provide a continuous path to the ground for a lightning strike

(B) prevent a lightning strike

(D) attract lightning

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57. Which of the following statements about detectors is true?

(A) Smoke detector covers should be used in areas under construction.

(B) Ionization detectors should be installed in a restaurant kitchen.

(D) Spot heat detectors can detect a fire before any other type of detector.

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58. Determine the total absorption of an office 12 ft wide and 15 ft long with a 9 ft ceiling. Each window is 5 ft tall and 3 ft wide. Assume that the door is sealed and the door assembly has the same noise reduction coefficient (NRC) as the wall assembly.

(A) 225.3 sabins (ft2)

(B) 237.3 sabins (ft2)

(D) 245.3 sabins (ft2)

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59. Plans, sections, and elevations are examples of

(A) isometric drawings

(B) axonometric drawings

(D) oblique drawings

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60. Which of the following is a recommended connection for a three-phase transformer? (Choose the three that apply.)

(A) delta to delta

(B) delta to wye

(D) wye to wye

(E) alpha to delta

(F) delta to alpha

61. The partition assembly shown would be best for controlling which of the following kinds of acoustic situations? (Choose the two that apply.)

(A) impact noise

(B) excessive reverberation in room A

(D) transmission from room A to room B

(E) transmission from room B to room A

(F) mold growth

62. An economizer cycle

(A) cools only as much chilled water as required by the demand load

(B) uses outdoor air to cool a building

(D) uses air and water to cool the condenser coils

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63. Which of the following contributors to indoor air quality can be controlled by the heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) system? (Choose the four that apply.)

(A) outgassing

(B) air change effectiveness

(D) carbon dioxide levels

(E) humidity

(F) mold growth

64. An architect wants to increase the expected lighting level of a room. Which of the following steps could accomplish this?

(A) Change to a lamp type with a lower efficiency.

(B) Suggest to the owner that the lamps be replaced infrequently.

(D) Change to luminaires with a higher coefficient of utilization.

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65. Which type of pipe is typically used for sanitary lines in nonresidential buildings?

(A) PVC

(B) copper

(D) cast iron

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66. Which type of fire extinguisher should be provided in an electrical room?

(A) class A

(B) class B

(D) class D

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67. Which of the following receptacle locations would require ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protection? (Choose the four that apply.)

(A) an exterior receptacle for holiday lights

(B) a coffeemaker receptacle on a kitchen counter

(D) a receptacle for a chest freezer located in a garage

(E) a receptacle next to a bathroom lavatory

(F) a receptacle in an upstairs bedroom

68. Which of the following are required of lavatories to meet ADA AccessibilityG uidelines?(C hoose the four that apply.)

(A) The lavatory rim shall be no more than 34 in above the finish floor.

(B) Clear floor space of 30 in by 48 in must be provided in front of the lavatory.

(D) The bowl of the sink must be no greater than 6½ in deep.

(E) A minimum vertical clearance of 29 in must be provided in front of the lavatory.

(F) All piping must be insulated.

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69. While the architect is coordinating a set of construction documents, the interior designer submits the drawing shown.

The drawing is a portion of a(n)

(A) finish plan

(B) furniture location plan

(D) equipment layout

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70. During the final stages of contract document development, the electrical engineer discovers that mechanical ductwork is shown on the mechanical engineering drawings in a position that interferes with electrical conduit. The person responsible for resolving this conflict is the

(A) electrical engineer

(B) mechanical engineer

(D) architect

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