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An architect has been hired to prepare a design for remodeling toilet rooms to make them accessible. The architect finds it is impossible to provide adequate clearance on one side of an entrance door. What is the most economical course of action?

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[The answer is C.] A power-assisted door would be the least expensive option and require the least construction time. It would be possible to solve the problem by demolishing the existing restrooms and rebuilding them to comply with accessibility standa

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Which of the following ramp configurations meets barrier-free design requirements?

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[The answer is A.] The maximum acceptable slope for compliance with accessibility guidelines is 1:12, but the maximum total rise between landings is limited to 30 in (760). A 1:14 slope is less steep than 1:12 and the maximum rise of 24 in (610) given in

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In the diagram shown, what is the minimum distance, x, between two entry doors in the vestibule?

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[The answer is C.] The minimum distance between two entry doors forming a vestibule when one opens out and one opens in is 48 in (1220).

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The element labeled X in this drawing of an interior windowsill is the

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[The answer is C.] In all windowsill details, the glass is placed on two or more setting blocks to support the weight of the glass and cushion it from the frame. Anti-walk blocks are sometimes used in jamb frames to prevent the glass from touching the j

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In a full set of construction drawings, the mechanical engineering drawings are typically placed

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[The answer is C.] The normal sequence of drawings in a full set of drawings is as follows: site drawings, then civil engineering drawings, followed by architectural, structural, mechanical, plumbing (if not included in mechanical), and electrical drawin

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Which of the following symbols indicates a floor telephone outlet?

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[The answer is A.] A floor telephone outlet symbol is indicated in Option A. Option B indicates a floor duplex electrical outlet. Option C is the symbol for a thermostat. Option D indicates a data outlet. Study Note: Be familiar with standard mechanical

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During preparation of construction drawings, the architect should coordinate with the structural engineer by

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[The answer is B.] Two-way communication of graphic information is critical if the complex coordination required between consultants and the architect is to be successful. Regularly scheduled meetings and exchange of progress documents achieve this goal.

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While the architect is coordinating a set of construction documents, the interior designer submits the drawing shown. The drawing is a portion of?

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[The answer is B.] This partial drawing shows Furniture locations and the individual pieces identified with numbers. It would be coordinated with a schedule that would specify each piece of furniture.

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If this detail is on an east-facing elevation in Boston, what change should the architect make?

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[The answer is B.] The most significant problem with this detail in a cold climate like that of Boston is the lack of insulated glazing. The detail only indicates a single pane of glass. Although the question does not address this issue, notice also that

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In the detail shown, which of the following would be of greatest concern?

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[The answer is B.] Water leakage is the greatest concern in this constn1ction detail Although flashing is shown and noted below the sill of the second-floor framing, extending it under the framing to the edge of the carpet is inadvisable. In addition, th

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The following symbols may appear on a consultant's drawings. In order, identify the disconnect switch, the diffuser, the home run to panel board, and the weld.

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[The answer is D.]

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Who is responsible for verifying that recessed downlights do not interfere with the ductwork shown on the plans?

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[The answer is A.] The architect is responsible for the overall coordination of all the contract documents prepared by his or her consultants.

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Plans, sections, and elevations are examples of

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[The answer is C.] Plans, sections, and elevations are examples of orthographic projections. These drawings "project" the building onto a drawing surface parallel to the object. This al1ows the elements of the building to be shown to scale but eliminate

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A project architect assigns a project Lo two interns in the office who collaborate to complete the construction drawings and details for the design the project architect has sketched. The project architect answers occasional questions during the development of the drawings but does not review the drawings until they are 95% complete. Which type of quality management technique best describes the project architect's approach?

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[The answer is B.] Quality control requires a project architect or designated quality control reviewer to check the work immediately before it is distributed to the user. It helps to catch any errors that may have been made, but has the disadvantage of d

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When incorporating the mechanical engineer's specifications into the project manual, the architect should establish all of the following EXCEPT the

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[The answer is C.] The architect is responsible for developing the overall format and appearance of the project manual and the specification sections. Each consultant is responsible for the content of their respective specifications.

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An architect has been hired to prepare a design for remodeling toilet rooms to make them accessible. The architect finds it is impossible to provide adequate clearance on one side of an entrance door. What is the most econom­ical course of action?

Select the correct answer(s).

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Which of the following ramp configurations meets barrier-free design requirements?

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In the diagram shown, what is the minimum distance, x, between two entry doors in the vestibule?

Select the correct answer(s).

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The element labeled X in this drawing of an interior windowsill is the

Select the correct answer(s).

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In a full set of construction drawings, the mechanical engineering drawings are typically placed

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Which of the following symbols indicates a floor telephone outlet?

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Explanation

During preparation of construction drawings, the architect should coordinate with the structural engineer by

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While the architect is coordinating a set of construction documents, the interior designer submits the drawing shown. The drawing is a portion of?

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If this detail is on an east-facing elevation in Boston, what change should the architect make?

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In the detail shown, which of the following would be of greatest concern?

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The following symbols may appear on a consultant's drawings. In order, identify the disconnect switch, the dif­fuser, the home run to panel board, and the weld.

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Who is responsible for verifying that recessed down­lights do not interfere with the ductwork shown on the plans?

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Plans, sections, and elevations are examples of

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When incorporating the mechanical engineer's speci­fications into the project manual, the architect should estab­lish all of the following EXCEPT the

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An architect has been hired to prepare a design for remodeling toilet rooms to make them accessible. The architect finds it is impossible to provide adequate clearance on one side of an entrance door. What is the most economical course of action?

The following symbols may appear on a consultant's drawings. In order, identify the disconnect switch, the diffuser, the home run to panel board, and the weld.

Who is responsible for verifying that recessed downlights do not interfere with the ductwork shown on the plans?

When incorporating the mechanical engineer's specifications into the project manual, the architect should establish all of the following EXCEPT the