NCIDQ National Council for Interior Design Qualification 2

Question 1

Which section of the NCIDQ exam tests a candidate's ability to apply building codes and life safety requirements in a design scenario?

Accepted Answer

PRAC

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IDFX

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IDPX

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CIDQ Written

Question 2

Under IBC, what is the minimum corridor width required for occupancies other than residential and Group I?

Accepted Answer

44 inches

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36 inches

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48 inches

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60 inches

Question 3

A designer specifies a material with a flame spread index of 150. Which ASTM standard classification does this fall under?

Accepted Answer

Class C

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Class A

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Class B

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Class D

Question 4

What is the primary purpose of a reflected ceiling plan in interior design documentation?

Accepted Answer

Display lighting, mechanical, and ceiling features

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Show floor finish patterns

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Indicate furniture placement

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Document structural beam locations

Question 5

Which ADA requirement applies to the height of a lavatory's knee clearance in an accessible restroom?

Accepted Answer

27 inches minimum

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30 inches minimum

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34 inches minimum

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36 inches minimum

Question 6

In interior design project management, what does the acronym CSI stand for?

Accepted Answer

Construction Specifications Institute

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Construction Specification Index

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Commercial Standards Institute

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Contractor Specification Integration

Question 7

Which type of contract places the most financial risk on the client when project scope is uncertain?

Accepted Answer

Cost-plus contract

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Lump sum contract

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Fixed-fee contract

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Unit price contract