Construction Carpentry and Wood Framing

Question 1

What is the standard spacing for wall studs in residential wood-frame construction in the US?

Accepted Answer

16 inches on center

Answer

12 inches on center

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24 inches on center

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32 inches on center

Question 2

What is the purpose of a 'cripple stud' in wall framing?

Accepted Answer

A short stud above or below a window or door opening

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A full-height stud cut due to damage

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A diagonal brace in a wall assembly

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A stud used at building corners

Question 3

In roof framing, what is the 'ridge board' or 'ridge beam'?

Accepted Answer

The horizontal member at the peak of a sloped roof

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The bottom chord of a roof truss

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The fascia board at the roof edge

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The blocking between rafters

Question 4

What is the 'rise over run' in roof framing terminology?

Accepted Answer

The vertical rise in inches for every 12 inches of horizontal run — the roof pitch

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The total roof height over total building width

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The angle of the rafter cut at the ridge

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The ratio of roof span to eave height

Question 5

What is the function of a 'king stud' in window and door framing?

Accepted Answer

A full-height stud on each side of an opening that runs from bottom plate to top plate

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A decorative stud at the entrance

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The center stud in a wall

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The first stud installed in a wall frame

Question 6

What lumber grade is commonly used for structural wall framing in residential construction?

Accepted Answer

No. 2

Answer

Select Structural

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No. 1

Answer

Utility Grade