Architecture Chapter 17 Test Questions with Complete Solutions Rated A+
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Architecture Chapter 17 Test Questions with Complete Solutions Rated A+
Define aligned dimensioning - Answers Dimensions are placed in line with the dimension lines and read from the bottom or right side of the sheet.
Why should dimension lines be spaced evenly and avoid crowding? - Answers The p...
Architecture Chapter 17 Test Questions with Complete Solutions Rated A+
Define aligned dimensioning - Answers Dimensions are placed in line with the dimension lines and read
from the bottom or right side of the sheet.
Why should dimension lines be spaced evenly and avoid crowding? - Answers The person who is going
to be following the plans is going to need to be able to read them.
Should extension and dimension lines be drawn thick or thin? - Answers They are drawn thin and dark so
they do not attract from the drawing.
Show an example of how dimension numerals that are less than 1' are lettered. - Answers 0-8"
Show an example of how dimension numerals that are greater than 1' are lettered. - Answers 3'-0"
Why are the overall dimensions on frame construction given to the outside of the stud frame at exterior
walls? - Answers The frame is put first and the windows and doors are put before the wall materials are
placed.
Describe the dimensional information provided in each line when three lines of dimensions are used. -
Answers • First line is the shortest distance from the exterior wall to the center of the windows, doors,
and to the interior partitions
• Second line of dimensions give the distance from the outside walls to the interior portions
• The third line is usually the overall dimension between the two exterior walls
Describe and give an example of a specific note - Answers They relate to specific features on the drawing
EX: The header size over a window opening is 5"
What is another name for a specific note? - Answers Local note
Describe and give an example of a general note? - Answers A general note applies to features on the
entire drawing rather than to a specific item
Ex: Install all materials per manufacturer specifications
Give at least two examples of when it might be acceptable for a dimension to be assumed. - Answers •
When a standard or typical item is being used (such as a cabinet)
• When a door is centered between two walls as at the end of a hallway
Give the dimension that you would use to draw a wall thickness using CADD if the wall is constructed
with the following material: 2 x 6 studs, ½ " drywall, ½" exterior sheathing, ¾" siding. - Answers 2x6 = 1
1/2 x 5 1/2
= 7 1/4 '
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