Question 1

An important key to remember on multilevel homes is to never move one floor level without moving all levels.

Accepted Answer

This is important for safety reasons as well as to avoid any discrepancies or misalignment in the structure. Moving one level without adjusting the others can cause uneven weight distribution and place unnecessary stress on certain areas of the home.

Question 2

What sheet number should be assigned to the main floor plan?

Accepted Answer

C

Question 3

If the home is being designed for universal appeal, all doors on an access route must have a minimum of ____ of clearance.

Accepted Answer

The minimum clearance for doors on an access route for universal appeal is 32" (815 mm). This allows for wheelchair and walker accessibility.

Question 4

Residential floor plans are usually plotted at a scale of 1'' = 1'-0''.

Accepted Answer

Residential floor plans are commonly plotted at a scale of 1/4" = 1'-0" to provide a detailed and clear view of the layout within a manageable drawing size.

Question 5

When placing symbols on the floor plan, you should represent the kitchen plumbing fixtures, such as the main work sink, vegetable sink or party sink, on the ____ layer.

Accepted Answer

Kitchen plumbing fixtures should be represented on the floor plan using the FLOR PLMB layer. This will make it easy to distinguish them from other elements in the kitchen, and also allow for accurate placement of plumbing lines and connections.

Question 6

To keep drawings stacked, you should thaw all layers after moving one layer.

Accepted Answer

To keep drawings stacked, you should freeze all layers except the one you are working on, and then unfreeze them after completing the task. Thawing all layers after moving one layer may result in unintended changes to other layers.

Question 7

Cabinets should be drawn using which two commands?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Cabinets should be drawn using which two...

Question 8

You should allow for a minimum of ____ at the interior edge of windows near a corner of bay windows.

Accepted Answer

A minimum of 3'' (75 mm) should be allowed at the interior edge of windows near a corner of bay windows to provide enough space for window treatments and to ensure proper air flow. This also allows for easier cleaning and maintenance of the windows. Any less space would make it difficult to access and clean the window surfaces near the corner.

Question 9

As a base drawing, the floor plan can be saved and related information can be attached using the ____ command.

Accepted Answer

The XREF (external reference) command allows related information to be attached to the base drawing, such as other drawings or images, without physically inserting them into the base drawing. This allows for easy management and updating of related information. OFFSET is used to create parallel lines, FILLET is used to create rounded corners, and INSERT is used to physically insert a block or other drawing into the base drawing. None of these commands are specifically designed for attaching related information.

Question 10

When placing symbols on the floor plan, you should represent changes in floor levels, such as lowered floors, on which layer?

Accepted Answer

FLOR STRS layer is typically used for representing changes in floor levels, such as lowered floors, as it stands for "Floor Structure" which includes anything related to the structure of the floor.

Question 11

A wall 16'-2'' will require ____ sheets of OSB, with 3'-10'' left over.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A wall 16'-2'' will require ____ sheets...

Question 12

To start drawing a second floor, you should create the needed layers and then _____ the main floor information.

Accepted Answer

Freezing the main floor information allows you to work on the second floor without the clutter of the first floor's details, while still preserving the first floor data for future reference or modifications.

Question 13

Even if you are drawing plans for a construction site where seismic risk is high, you can alter window placement depending on whether an engineer supervises the design or the design follows the prescriptive path of the IRC.

Accepted Answer

The statement is true. Depending on whether an engineer is supervising the design or the design strictly follows the prescriptive requirements of the International Residential Code (IRC), alterations to window placement can be made to account for seismic risk.

Question 14

Depending on the complexity of the project, dimensions may be placed on the floor plan or framing plan, but not on both.

Accepted Answer

Dimensions are typically placed on either the floor plan or framing plan, but not both, to avoid confusion and ensure clarity in the construction process.

Question 15

A minimum of ____ is usually placed between window openings.

Accepted Answer

A minimum of 3'' (75 mm) is usually placed between window openings to provide adequate support for the wall above the openings. This distance may vary depending on the size and weight of the windows, as well as the type of wall construction. It is important to follow local building codes and consult with a structural engineer if necessary to ensure proper support for the wall and windows.

Quiz 12: Completing a Floor Plan With Cad