Question 1

A minimum of 25'' (635 mm) of counter space should be provided on the latch side of a single-door refrigerator and on both sides of a side-by-side unit.

Accepted Answer

The ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) guidelines recommend a minimum of 15'' (380 mm) of counter space on the latch side of a single-door refrigerator and on both sides of a side-by-side unit for accessibility.

Question 2

The ____ serves as a place either for welcoming guests or saying good-byes.&#10;A) study&#10;B) foyer&#10;C) nook&#10;D) service entry

Accepted Answer

A foyer is a common area just inside the front door of a house or apartment that allows access to other rooms and serves as a welcoming or farewell space.

Question 3

If a room is to be a true office within the home, where should its entrance be located?&#10;A) off the entry&#10;B) off the master bedroom&#10;C) off the kitchen&#10;D) off the dining room

Accepted Answer

The entrance to a home office should be located off the entry to ensure privacy and separation from the rest of the home. This also allows for clients or visitors to easily find and access the office without walking through other areas of the home.

Question 4

The standard kitchen counter is 56'' (1422 mm) high.

Accepted Answer

The standard kitchen counter height is typically 36 inches (about 914 mm) high.

Question 5

The ____ links the garage, kitchen, utility room, bathrooms, and patios or decks.&#10;A) study&#10;B) foyer&#10;C) service entry&#10;D) living room

Accepted Answer

The service entry usually links the functional areas of the house like the garage, kitchen, utility room, bathrooms, and outdoor spaces like patios or decks. The foyer usually connects the entrance to other areas of the house while the living room and study are typically used for more formal purposes.

Question 6

Which room should be planned to include space for washing, drying, folding, mending, ironing, and storing clothes?&#10;A) study&#10;B) nook&#10;C) utility room&#10;D) den

Accepted Answer

The utility room is the best choice as it is specifically designed for tasks such as washing, drying, folding, mending, ironing, and storing clothes. The other options do not have a specific function for these tasks.

Question 7

A ____ is an above ground deck that projects from a wall or building with no additional supports.&#10;A) veranda&#10;B) porch&#10;C) cellar&#10;D) balcony

Accepted Answer

A balcony is specifically defined as an above ground structure projecting from a building or wall with no additional supports. A veranda and porch can both have additional supports, and a cellar is an underground space.

Question 8

The ____ consist of the refrigerator, the freezer, and cabinet space for food and utensils.&#10;A) foyer&#10;B) storage areas&#10;C) nook&#10;D) dining room

Accepted Answer

The storage areas include the refrigerator, the freezer, and cabinet space for food and utensils. The other options listed do not accurately describe the given scenario.

Question 9

Single entry doors are generally ____ wide.&#10;A) 3' (900 mm)&#10;B) 4' (1200 mm)&#10;C) 5' (1500 mm)&#10;D) 6' (1800 mm)

Accepted Answer

Single entry doors are generally 3' (900 mm) wide.

Question 10

The ____ is formed by drawing lines from the centers of the storage, preparation, and cleaning areas.&#10;A) work triangle&#10;B) interior triangle&#10;C) floor plan&#10;D) site plan

Accepted Answer

The work triangle is a design principle used in kitchen layout where the stove, refrigerator, and sink form a triangle, making it easy and efficient for the cook to move between them. The question describes the work triangle as being formed by drawing lines from the centers of the storage, preparation, and cleaning areas, which falls under the definition of the work triangle. The other options, interior triangle and floor plan, do not accurately describe the design principle being referred to in the question. Site plan is not related to kitchen design.

Question 11

An L-shaped cabinet arrangement is suitable for both small and large kitchens, but it loses efficiency as the size of the kitchen increases.

Accepted Answer

The answer of An L-shaped cabinet arrangement is suitable for...

Question 12

Which term refers to the route that people follow as they move from one area within the residence to another?&#10;A) exterior traffic&#10;B) traffic flow&#10;C) interior access&#10;D) interior traffic

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which term refers to the route that...

Question 13

Bedrooms function best on the southeast side of the house.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Bedrooms function best on the southeast side...

Question 14

Utility rooms are often placed near either the bedrooms or the kitchen area.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Utility rooms are often placed near either...

Question 15

An accessible home has a level site for parking with paved walkways from parking areas to the main entry. Note that a minimum ceiling height of ____ is required for raised-top vans.&#10;A) 30'' (760 mm)&#10;B) 48'' (1200 mm)&#10;C) 9' (2700 mm)&#10;D) 12' (3600 mm)

Accepted Answer

The answer of An accessible home has a level site...

Deck 6: Interior Design Considerations