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IDPX PRACTICE TEST REVIEW QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
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IDPX PRACTICE TEST REVIEW QUESTIONS ANDANSWERS
Most church plans are based on the design principle of
a. rhythm
b. proportion
c. balance
d. variety - Answers- balance because of symmetry or radial plans. Other aspect
pertain more to 3D elements
Which of the following plan arrangements would be MOST appropriate for the entry,
nave, altar , and choir of a church that is moving into an existing rectangular space?
a. axial
b. clustered
c. linear
d. open - Answers- Axial because in a ceremonial space, it focusses the attention on
the altar in relationship to the nave or seating area.
Are there more design concepts or programatic concept for projects? - Answers- more
design concepts
The least important consideration in planning exit corridors is
a. making sure dead ends do not exceed 20 ft
b. providing at least two exits from rooms where they are required
c. maintaining a minimum width as required by the occupancy type
d. having the corridors empty into approved exitways or stairways. - Answers- providing
at least two exits from rooms where they are required
because that's important to the room but not to the corridor
A building is being planned that will include an atrium. Which of the following
organizational schemes does this MOST strongly suggest?
a. axial
b. grid
c. radial
d. central - Answers- central because most of the functions are focused on the atrium
and its activities
Building codes in the united sates are established by
a. federal laws
b. model code writing agencies
c. state governments
d. local governments - Answers- local governments because the federal government
defers to the states. States don't really have their own building codes so there are
mostly local codes BASED on the IBC
, In a multi-use building what info would be needed v. not needed?
a. construction type
b. adjacent occupancies
c. sprinkler condition
d. fire-zone classification
e. accessibility requirements - Answers- construction type, adjacent occupancies, and
sprinklers are important
fire-zone classification is generally irrelevant for interior design
accessibility requirements isn't important at this stage.
Define:
Flame retardent
Flame rated
Flame resistant
Noncombustible - Answers- retardent: the chemical that treats the material
rated: rated for fire resistance
resistant: inherently non flammable
noncombustible: a material that does not ignite or burn
What is the maximum spacing for sprinkler heads? - Answers- 15 ft maximum spacing
apart from each other
7 ft maximum spacing from the walls.
Exist are always
a. protected by fire-resistance-rated construction
b. limited in length
c. constructed as either corridors or stairs
d. required to have a 2-hour rating - Answers- protected by fire-resistance-rated
construction. Exits must have a 1 or 2 hour rating
Which of the following is an incorrect statement about corridors?
a. corridor construction must be fire-rated
b. corridors are part of the exit access
c. corridors must be used exclusively for egress
d. Corridors are included in calculating travel distance - Answers- a. corridor
construction do not HAVE to be fire-rated but they must be used exclusively for egress,
they are part of egress access and as such, they are included in calculating travel
distance
What is an easy way to get around having less than the required clearance on the push
or pull side of an accessible restroom? - Answers- include a power-assisted door
opener that meets accessibility standards and incorporate it into the design. It's the l east
expensive solution
Who attends the bid opening? - Answers- contractors, owner, and interior designer
usually
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