Michigan Builders License Exam QBank | 757 Questions and Answers/ VERIFIED/
Created to serve as a complete, comprehensive code regulating the construction of single-family, two-family and buildings consisting of three or more townhouse units. - ANSWER IRC (International Residential Code)
Admini...
Michigan Builders License Exam QBank | 757
Questions and Answers/ VERIFIED/2024-2025
Created to serve as a complete, comprehensive code regulating the construction ofsingle-family,
two-family and buildings consisting of three or more townhouse units. - ANSWER IRC
(International Residential Code)
Administrative - ANSWER First 2 chapters of code book are
True - ANSWER Plans or supporting documents are almost always required bythe
controlling authority prior to issuing a permit. T or F
Yes - ANSWER Does the building official have the authority to render
interpretations of the code?
8 foot fence. - ANSWER None of the following require a permit, EXCEPT:
sidewalks and driveways
tiling
an 8 foot fence
playground equipment
False - ANSWER Tables and illustrations are always supported by information found in
the written code and footnotes. T or F
Live load. - ANSWER The amount of evenly distributed weight imposed by inhabitants,
goods and removable objects on a floor or roof system is referred toas
True. - ANSWER If a code requirement is in the book, it is both acceptable and
enforceable by the code official. T or F
Figures. - ANSWER Illustrations are typically referred to as
Determine that buildings are built to the minimum enforceable standard. -ANSWER
Generally speaking, the building official's job is to
True. - ANSWER It is required that all manufacturer instructions be at the jobsiteat the time
of inspection. T or F
Kitchen. - ANSWER All of the following are not considered habitable spacesEXCEPT:
,bathrooms
kitchens storage
spacesclosets
3. - ANSWER Bathrooms must be provided with an aggregate glazing area no lessthan
square feet, half of which must be openable.
44 inches. - ANSWER The maximum height of an egress window above the flooris
5.7 sq ft. - ANSWER A basement bedroom must have an egress window with aclear
opening of at least square feet.
3. - ANSWER At least one side-hinged exit door must be in each dwelling unit,and must
be feet wide.
30 inches. - ANSWER A porch more than inches above grade must be
provided with 36" guards.
200. - ANSWER Wall and ceiling finishes shall have a flame-spread classificationof no more
than .
7 days. - ANSWER According to code, concrete must reach at least 70% of it'sability
within days.
40%. - ANSWER A stud used for a non-bearing partitions may not be notchedmore than
% of the stud width.
Additions, alterations, renovation and repairs. - ANSWER The Michigan Uniform
Energy code applies to new buildings as well as
U-factor. - ANSWER is a measure of how well the window or door assembly
conducts heat. The lower the number, the better insulation the assemblywill provide.
50%. - ANSWER Energy losses from recessed lighting fixtures can often reach
% of the total thermal loss of a ceiling.
R-3. - ANSWER Michigan requires a minimum thermal resistance of
for mechanical system piping.
,True. - ANSWER Oversized HVAC equipment has a higher initial cost, a higheroperating
cost, provides less comfort, and shorter life expectancy. T or F
Prescriptive Path. - ANSWER is the compliance route that applies Table
402.1.1 to building envelope components, and is considered the most simple.
Area weighted averages. - ANSWER can be used to satisfy U-factorand
SHGC requirements.
IC (Insulation Contact) - ANSWER Recessed lights must be rated.
True. - ANSWER Up to 15 square feet of glazing per dwelling unit is exemptedfrom U-
value requirements. T or F
Registered design professional. - ANSWER The 2009 IECC requires a permanent
certificate posted on the electrical distribution panel. The certificate shall be completed by the
builder or
State energy code requirements. - ANSWER One hurdle contractors face when
bidding for an energy efficient project is choosing materials that fit the design, and also
meet
False. - ANSWER Historically significant buildings are not exempt from codechanges. T
or F
R-value
Settled thickness
Manufacturer name - ANSWER Insulation products (blown and sprayed) must be
documented with:
March 2011. - ANSWER The new Michigan codes took effect in
10. - ANSWER Below grade walls are insulated from the top of the basement walldown to
below grade, or the basement floor, whichever is less.
Area weighted average. - ANSWER The is the combined Solar Heat Gain
Coefficient of all the glazed fenestration products in the building.
Thermal insulation R-values
Design criteria
Equipment systems - ANSWER Plans and specifications must be detailed inregards
to:
, 2009. - ANSWER In Michigan, the residential energy code is based on the
IECC, with certain amendments.
Air leakage. - ANSWER is the rate of air infiltration in the presenceof a
specific pressure differential.
Windows
Attic access hatches
Recessed lights - ANSWER Air leakage is the random movement of air into andout of
through cracks and holes.
Table 402.1.1
2009 IECC - ANSWER R-values for insulation and fenestration requirements by
component can be found in
International Energy Conservation Code - ANSWER IECC
U-factor and UA alternatives. - ANSWER The compliance method
allows for more innovative construction techniques like SIPs or Advanced Framing.
500 sq feet - ANSWER R-30 is permitted in vaulted ceilings, but is limited to
True. - ANSWER Floor insulation must be installed to maintain permanent andcontinuous
contact with the underside of the subfloor decking. T or F
5, 6 and 7. - ANSWER Michigan falls into climate zones
False. - ANSWER It is permissible for supply ducts to be run through the framingcavities of
a residential building. T or F
IC rated (Insulation Contact) - ANSWER means an electrical fixture has
been tested and listed as suitable for installation in a cavity where the fixturemay come in
contact with insulation.
3%. - ANSWER According to the Dept. of Energy, improved energy codes couldreduce
CO2 emissions by
300 sq ft. - ANSWER Attic insulation markers must be installed every
square feet.
True. - ANSWER Buildings that are exempted from the new regulations are thosewith very
low energy use or ones that are neither heated or cooled. T or F
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