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Exhibition Design & Planning Flashcards

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  1. What is the recommended ratio of restroom facilities to attendees per the International Building Code for large convention venues?

    Answer: 1 fixture per 100 attendees

    The International Building Code generally recommends approximately 1 fixture per 100 attendees for assembly occupancies to ensure adequate sanitary facilities.

  2. In exhibition design, 'EAC' stands for:

    Answer: Exhibitor Appointed Contractor

    An Exhibitor Appointed Contractor (EAC) is an outside contractor hired directly by an exhibitor to perform services rather than using the show's official contractors.

  3. Which lighting technique is most effective for highlighting product displays within an exhibitor's booth?

    Answer: Accent lighting using MR16 or LED spotlights

    Accent lighting using focused spotlights draws attention to specific products, creating contrast and depth that general ambient lighting cannot achieve.

  4. What is the significance of 'drayage' in exhibition logistics planning?

    Answer: The handling fee for moving freight from the loading dock to the exhibitor's booth and back

    Drayage (material handling) is the fee charged by the official general contractor to move exhibit materials from the loading dock to the booth space and return them after the show.

  5. A 'pavilion' within a large trade show floor typically refers to:

    Answer: A themed grouping of related exhibitors within a defined zone of the exhibition hall

    A pavilion is a dedicated zone within the exhibition floor that groups exhibitors from a specific country, industry segment, or product category to create a focused destination.

  6. When calculating the 'gross square footage' (GSF) of an exhibit, what is included that is NOT included in NSF?

    Answer: Aisles, registration areas, lounges, stages, and all non-exhibiting support spaces

    Gross square footage encompasses the entire exhibit hall footprint including all support areas, while NSF represents only the sellable exhibitor space.

  7. In exhibition project planning, the 'critical path' method is used to:

    Answer: Determine the longest sequence of dependent tasks that controls the overall project timeline

    The critical path method identifies the sequence of dependent activities where any delay will directly extend the overall project completion date.