ICC Building Code Professionals 2

Question 1

Under the IBC, which occupancy classification applies to a building used as an assisted living facility housing 16 or more residents?

Accepted Answer

Group I-1

Answer

Group R-1

Answer

Group R-4

Answer

Group I-2

Question 2

What is the maximum allowable floor area for a single story Group B occupancy building of Type VB construction with no sprinkler system?

Accepted Answer

19,000 sq ft

Answer

9,000 sq ft

Answer

12,000 sq ft

Answer

23,000 sq ft

Question 3

Which IRC provision governs the minimum required glazing area for habitable rooms?

Accepted Answer

8% of the floor area

Answer

10% of the floor area

Answer

12% of the floor area

Answer

15% of the floor area

Question 4

When must an ICC-certified building official issue a stop-work order on a construction project?

Accepted Answer

When work is being done without a permit or in violation of the code

Answer

Only after two documented violations

Answer

Only when structural integrity is at immediate risk

Answer

After receiving a formal complaint from a neighbor

Question 5

What is the required fire-resistance rating for interior load-bearing walls in a Type IA construction building?

Accepted Answer

3 hours

Answer

1 hour

Answer

2 hours

Answer

4 hours

Question 6

Under the IBC, what is the minimum width of a means of egress corridor serving an occupant load of 50 or more?

Accepted Answer

44 inches

Answer

36 inches

Answer

48 inches

Answer

60 inches

Question 7

Which code section of the IBC addresses the requirements for accessible parking spaces, including van-accessible spaces?

Accepted Answer

Chapter 11

Answer

Chapter 9

Answer

Chapter 10

Answer

Chapter 12