SELF TEST
Note:
The following exercises comprise a self test. The figures following each question refer to a paragraph
containing information related to the question. Write your answer in the space provided below each
question. When you have finished answering all the questions for this lesson, compare your answers with
those given for this lesson in the back of this booklet. Review the lesson as necessary. Do not send in your
solutions to these review exercises.
Name the classifications of buildings as authorized by Army regulations and give the expected economic life
1.
of each. (Para 1-1)
How does the architect who designs a structure convey the information he wishes to the builder? (Para 1-2b)
2.
On construction drawings, lines may be light or heavy, solid or broken in several variations, each having a
3.
different meaning. What type of line is used to divide objects into equal or symmetrical parts? (Para 1-3c)
Although scaling of prints should be avoided as much as possible, when it is essential what scale should be
4.
used on drawings of machine work? (Para 1-4a(1))
Architectural drawings generally consist of several different views of the structure. What view shows the
5.
type, size, and location of plumbing and electrical wiring? (Para 1-5b(8))
What type joint is most commonly used for rafter junctions of roof peaks? (Para 1-8c)
6.
What is the difference, from the standpoint of use, between a joint and a splice? (Para 1-8, 1-9)
7.
1-43