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18-1. The device that controls the volume of air and its distribution in an HVAC system is called
a. convector
b. grille
c. register
d. duct |
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18-2. What type of system would be best for an open office plan so the heating and cooling for each workstation could be individually controlled?
a. all-air
b. all-water
c. radiant panel
d. air-water |
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18-3. What is NOT allowed in a return-air plenum?
a. fire dampers
b. electrical cable
c. water supply pipes
d. wood blocking |
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18-4. In working with an electrical engineer on a project, what information would the desginer most likely put on the interior design power plan?
a. switch locations
b. dedicated outlets
c. conduit sizing
d. speaker locations |
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18-5. What type of sprinkler head should be used for a decorative, open-grid, wood-slat ceiling suspended from the structural floor above?
a. upright
b. pendent
c. sidewall
d. recessed |
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18-6. What is the name of the flat part of the stair that walked on?
a. riser
b. tread
c. nosing
d. run |
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18-7. In specifying new window coverings and track to replace building standard window coverings, what coordination is LEAST important for the interior designer to undertake?
a. asking the electrical engineer if the new light reflectance is detrimental
b. verifying that the building owner does not care about the change in the building's exterior appearance
c. determining if the mechanical engineer objects to the replacement plans
d. checking with the architect to see that the new coverings do not adversely affect the heating of the glass |
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| a. asking the electrical engineer if the new light reflectance is detrimental |
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18-9. What would be the best combination of dimensions for a stair serving a sleeping loft in a condominium where space was at a premium and the floor-to floor dimension was 9'-4"?
a. 7"riser, 10" tread
b. 7"riser, 11" tread
c. 8" riser, 10" tread
d. 8" riser, 11" tread |
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18-10. What would NOT be allowed in an access floor with removable panels?
a. computer cable
b. plumbing
c. HVAC
d. electrical conduit |
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18-11. In a plenum, how can a fire be prevented from spreading horizontally?
a. install sprinkler systems
b. use fire-rated dividers
c. use fiberglass material
d. install fire dampers |
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| b. use fire-rated dividers |
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18-12. A client has requested that special security protection be provided for critical paper files containing corporate trade secrets, but at t reasonable cost. In designing the file room, the interior designer should suggest.
a. card readers at the doors leading to the file room
b. photoelectric beams within the room
c. magnetic contacts on all doors leading to the file room
d. electronic sheilding of the file room |
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| a. card readers at the doors leading to the file room |
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18-13. In a nonresidential building, how many stair risers equals a flight?
a. 1
b. 2
c. 3
d. 12 |
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18-14. What term is used to denote the member supporting the treads in a wood stairway?
a. carriage
b. header
c. saddle
d. stringer |
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18-15. In designing a new space, the interior designer can influence life safety the most by coordinating with consultants concerning
a. compartmentation
b. fire detection
c. smoke control
d. sprinklers
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18-16. If all of the following are present, what must be modified to achieve acoustic separation in a perimeter office?
a. acoustical tiles
b. gypsum wallboard
c. convector
d. batt insulation |
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