NHIE Study Guide 2016 Exam Questions and Answers All Correct (Already Graded A+)
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NHIE Study Guide 2016 Exam Questions and Answers All Correct (Already Graded A+)
The client complains of an occasional foul odor in a seldom used bathroom. Which is the most likely cause of this issue?
A. The vent pipe is improperly sloped.
B. The cleanout was not installed.
C. The bathtub ...
NHIE Study Guide 2016 Exam Questions
and Answers All Correct (Already
Graded A+)
The client complains of an occasional foul odor in a seldom used bathroom. Which is
the most likely cause of this issue?
A. The vent pipe is improperly sloped.
B. The cleanout was not installed.
C. The bathtub trap water seal has evaporated.
D. The sink trap is partially blocked. - Answer- C. The bathtub trap water seal has
evaporated.
What is the BEST material for a masonry chimney crown?
A. concrete
B. refractory mortar
C. Type S mortar
D. core brick - Answer- A. concrete
The process by which heat changes wood chemistry making it morelikely to burn is
called
A. pyrogenics.
B. pyrolysis.
C. pyromancy.
D. pyrography. - Answer- B. pyrolysis.
Creosote is most likely to be created in a chimney when burning
A. lighter fluid.
B. newspaper.
C. seasoned pine.
D. unseasoned oak. - Answer- D. unseasoned oak.
What is the BEST reason for a chimney to terminate above nearby obstructions?
A. Short chimneys require larger flues.
B. Embers may ignite roof coverings.
C. Wind may force combustion products down the flue.
,D. The flue could be covered by snow. - Answer- C. Wind may force combustion
products down the flue.
A chimney should NOT be located on an exterior wall because
A. flue temperature may be too cold.
B. it is more expensive to build.
C. a chimney fire is more likely.
D. the flue must be larger. - Answer- A. flue temperature may be too cold.
A wood-burning stove is listed for 12 inches clearance to combustibles. What is the
minimum clearance to combustibles for this stove when using a sheet metal and air
space clearance reduction device?
A. 6 inches
B. 8 inches
C. 10 inches
D. 12 inches - Answer- D. 12 inches
Inspection of which appliance is NOT within the scope of a home inspection?
A. refrigerator
B. trash compactor
C. food-waste disposer
D. microwave oven - Answer- A. refrigerator
A properly installed food waste disposer that makes no sound when activated can
sometimes be activated by
A. resetting the kitchen GFCI receptacle.
B. pressing the thermal cutoff button.
C. turning the motor with a hex wrench.
D. running cold water into the disposer. - Answer- B. pressing the thermal cutoff button.
What is the prescriptive MINIMUM distance between the bottom of a microwave oven
and a range cooking surface?
A. 30 inches
B. 24 inches
C. 18 inches
D. There is no prescriptive minimum distance. - Answer- D. There is no prescriptive
minimum distance.
What is LEAST likely to be an approved pool access barrier?
A. a self-latching pedestrian gate
,B. a steep cliff
C. a fence
D. a house wall - Answer- A. a self-latching pedestrian gate
Which is NOT a type of pool filter?
A. sand
B. pea gravel
C. cartridge
D. diatomaceous earth - Answer- B. pea gravel
A double gate that allows access to the pool should be
A. self-closing.
B. at least 12 inches from the edge of the water.
C. at least 45 inches tall.
D. Self-latching. - Answer- D. Self-latching.
The primary function of a skimmer is to provide
A. a way for water to return to the pump.
B. a place to put chlorine tablets.
C. a means to remove debris from the surface of the water.
D. a secondary method of filtering the water - Answer- C. a means to remove debris
from the surface of the water.
Which of these irrigation MOST often required in areas where wateris scarse
A. rain sensor
B. automatic valve
C. drip emitter
D. impact rotor - Answer- A. rain sensor
Which is MOST likely to be a problem when an emitter is located near the house?
A. the water pressure will be too high
B. the emitter filter will become clogged more often
C. water will enter the crawl space or basement
D. the emitter will be damaged by a lawn mower - Answer- C. water will enter the crawl
space or basement
Which would NOT be an approved irrigation system pipe?
A. PEX
B. galvanized steel
C. ABS
, D. Schedule 20 PVC - Answer- D. Schedule 20 PVC
The electricity service drop runs through tree branches. What is the best
recommendation in this situation?
A. The utility should reroute the service drop.
B. The utility should cut the tree branches.
C. The sellers should have the tree branches cut.
D. Anarborist should evaluate the tree. - Answer- D. An arborist should evaluate the
tree.
The home inspector is NOT required to report the location of the
A. water meter.
B. main gas service valve.
C. electric service equipment.
D. main water service valve. - Answer- A. water meter.
The home inspector is required to report the location of the
A. water meter.
B. electric service equipment.
C. building sewer cleanout.
D. septic tank. - Answer- B. electric service equipment.
What information is NOT required in an inspection report?
A. the home inspector's name
B. the inspection date
C. the property's legal description
D. the client's name - Answer- C. the property's legal description
The closet where the water heater is located was locked. Hot water was available where
required.The best way to report this situation is the water heater.
A. was inaccessible.
B. closet door was locked.
C. was functioning properly.
D. was not inspected because the door was locked. - Answer- D. was not inspected
because the door was locked.
The MINIMUM inspection of an accessible attic involves viewing the attic
A. from the access opening.
B. from above the access opening.
C. by traversing exposed ceiling joists.
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