Ceiling and Roof Framing 1
To transfer roof loads to the foundation, ceiling joists are usually installed _____.
directly over wall studs
When ceiling joists must be overlapped above a loadbearing partition, the overlap must be at least _____.
3"
The A shed dormer is typically used on a house built in the _____.
Cape Cod style
A board nailed to the tails of the rafters to provide anailing surface for the fascia is the _____.
false fascia
The type of cut that is made to a rafter so it will rest squarely on the top plate is the _____.
bird's mouth
When laying out rafters, the distance between the last two may be less than 24", but not more than _____.
24"
In order to determine the correct length for a common rafter, it is necessary to _____.
subtract half the thickness of the ridgeboard
When making the bird's mouth cut, its depth should not exceed _____.
one-third the rafter's width
Local fire codes must be consulted when framing an opening around a chimney to establish _____.
proper clearance.
When collar ties are needed to brace rafters, they are installed on _____.
every other rafter
When erecting a gable roof, which portion of the rafter is nailed to the ridgeboard?
the plumb cut
The common difference measurement is used to determine the _____.
lengths of table studs
The purpose of a roof vent is to _____.
allow heat and moisture to escape the building
The vent opening in a gable end is framed using a header, a sill, and _____.
cripple studs
When used with masonry or concrete walls, bar joists are welded to _____.
plates embedded in the walls
Which of the following building components keeps opposite walls from spreading apart?
Ceiling Joists
When compared to common rafters, barge rafter are typically...
one dimension narrower
When compared to common rafters, barge rafters are typically _____.
one dimension narrower
A spreader bar is needed to lift trusses if the span exceeds _____.
40'
If trusses or rafters are installed on 24" centers, use _____.
5/8 sheathing
The space that must be left between panels of roof sheathing to allow for expansion is _____.
1/8"
To eliminate the need for tongue-and groove sheathing, connect adjoining panels with _____.
H clips
If each common rafter (including tail) of a globe roof is 14' long, how many 16' pieces of lumber will be needed to provide common rafters for a 30' -long building with no overhang, constructed on 24" centers?
32