Deck 14: Drainage Insulation and Concrete-Slabs

Question 1

At one time, clay drain tile was the most common type of pipe for drainage.

Answer 1

True

Question 2

The ____ (vertical part through the floor) and drain basin are usually set at the proper elevation just prior to placing the concrete floor.

A) riser
B) pole
C) climber
D) elevation

Answer 2

A

Question 3

____ pipe is used in most new construction.

A) Clay
B) Plastic
C) Concrete
D) Metal

Answer 3

B

Question 4

The thickness of polyethylene sheeting is measured in ____.

A) centimeters
B) millimeters
C) inches
D) mils

Question 5

For vapor barriers, ____-mil polyethylene is generally used.

A) 5
B) 6
C) 8
D) 10

Question 6

The weight and rigidity of the floor on the foundation wall helps the wall to resist the pressure of the backfill.

Question 7

One mil equals 1/____ of an inch.

A) 10
B) 100
C) 1 , 000
D) 10 , 000

Question 8

Ground water is kept away from the foundation by proper grading of the site, careful damp-proofing, and providing a path for groundwater to escape without penetrating the foundation.

Question 9

The central symbol in the accompanying figure signifies a ____.

A) plastic pipe
B) footing diameter
C) vapor barrier
D) floor drain

Question 10

A ____ vapor barrier is laid over the gravel underfill.

A) polypropylene
B) polyethylene
C) polyester
D) PVC

Question 11

Footing drains are usually perforated ____ pipe placed around the footings in a bed of crushed stone.

A) concrete
B) plastic
C) aluminum
D) steel

Question 12

One technique often used to prevent groundwater from seeping through the foundation is coating the foundation wall with ____ foundation coating.

A) asphalt
B) metal foil
C) fabric
D) nylon

Question 13

In cold climates, it is desirable to leave the foundation and concrete slab uninsulated.

Question 14

Underground utility systems do not have to be coordinated prior to starting installation.

Question 15

When floor drains are included or where water must be allowed to run off, the slab is ____ (sloped slightly).

A) compressible
B) planed
C) pitched
D) malleable

Question 16

When floor drains or forms are set for pitched floors, it is necessary to find the total pitch of the slab.

Question 17

____ means filled with earth to the finished grade line.

A) Fulfilled
B) Excavated
C) Backfilled
D) Footed

Question 18

Expansion joints can be made from any ____ material such as neoprene.

A) incompressible
B) compressible
C) brittle
D) ductile

Question 19

Plastic drain pipe is manufactured in ____-foot lengths of rigid pipe.

A) 10
B) 50
C) 100
D) 250

Question 20

In areas where there is no natural drainage, the footing drain is run ____.

A) to a dry well
B) by gravity
C) away from a municipal storm drain
D) toward the building

Question 21

Neoprene or composition sheathing material is an example of __________.

A) plastic foam material
B) compressible material
C) non-insulating material
D) penetrating material

Question 22

Identify the material used to make these pipes.

A) Aluminum
B) Steel
C) Plastic
D) Rubber

Question 23

A(n) ____ is a mass of dense material that absorbs the energy of the sun during the day and radiates it at night.

A) energy drain
B) sun sink
C) heat collector
D) heat sink

Question 24

If the note on a concrete apron in front of a garage door indicates a pitch of 1/2 inch per foot and the apron is 4 feet wide, the total pitch is ____ inch(es).

A) 1/2
B) 1
C) 2
D) 4