CAMT - Certified Apartment Maintenance Technician Painting and Drywall Repair Questions and Answers

Question 1

A technician needs to repair a 4-inch diameter hole in a drywall wall where there is no stud directly behind the damage.
Which of the following is the most effective method to ensure a durable, long-lasting repair?

Accepted Answer

Apply a self-adhesive fiberglass mesh patch and then cover it with joint compound.

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Fill the entire hole with multiple layers of spackling compound.

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Cut a square piece of cardboard, glue it to the back of the hole, and then apply filler.

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Use expanding foam insulation to fill the void before applying a skim coat of plaster.

Question 2

When preparing a previously painted apartment wall for a new coat of paint, which of the following is the most critical first step to ensure proper adhesion of the new paint?

Accepted Answer

Clean the wall with a suitable cleaner to remove dirt, grease, and grime.

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Apply a thick coat of primer to cover all existing marks.

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Sand the entire surface with coarse-grit sandpaper.

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Immediately begin cutting in the edges with the new paint color.

Question 3

A maintenance technician notices that fresh paint applied in a bathroom is starting to bubble and blister a week after application. The ventilation fan is confirmed to be working. What is the most likely cause of this paint failure?

Accepted Answer

The new paint was applied over a glossy surface without proper sanding or priming.

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The paint was stirred too vigorously before application.

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The wrong color of paint was used for a bathroom environment.

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The paint was applied in a layer that was too thin.

Question 4

What is the primary purpose of applying a PVA (polyvinyl acetate) primer to new, unpainted drywall before applying the topcoat of paint?

Accepted Answer

To seal the porous surfaces of the drywall paper and joint compound for a uniform finish.

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To provide a textured finish for the wall.

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To significantly speed up the drying time of the final paint coat.

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To act as a vapor barrier against exterior moisture.

Question 5

Which tool is specifically designed with a wide, flexible blade for applying thin, feathered coats of joint compound over drywall seams and patches?

Accepted Answer

Drywall taping knife

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Utility knife

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Putty knife

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Corner trowel

Question 6

During an apartment turnover, a technician needs to select a paint finish for the main living area walls that offers good durability and washability, while also minimizing the appearance of surface imperfections. Which paint sheen is the most appropriate choice?

Accepted Answer

Eggshell or Satin

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High-Gloss

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Semi-Gloss

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Flat/Matte

A technician needs to repair a 4-inch diameter hole in a drywall wall where there is no stud directly behind the damage.Which of the following is the most effective method to ensure a durable, long-lasting repair?

A technician needs to repair a 4-inch diameter hole in a drywall wall where there is no stud directly behind the damage.
Which of the following is the most effective method to ensure a durable, long-lasting repair?