NCIDQ NCIDQ 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: Which NCIDQ exam section specifically tests candidates on construction documents and specifications?
- IDFX
- IDPX (Correct answer)
- PRAC
- CIDA
Correct answer: IDPX
The IDPX (Interior Design Professional Exam) section covers construction documents, specifications, and project coordination.
Question 2: In interior design, what does 'egress' refer to?
- The flow of natural light into a space
- The means of exit from a building during an emergency (Correct answer)
- The acoustic performance of a room
- The structural load path in a floor system
Correct answer: The means of exit from a building during an emergency
Egress refers to the means of escape or exit from a building, and codes regulate egress width, travel distance, and number of exits.
Question 3: A client wants a commercial lobby with flooring that meets ADA standards. What is the maximum allowable slope for a floor surface that is not a ramp?
- 1:10
- 1:20 (Correct answer)
- 1:50
- 1:100
Correct answer: 1:20
ADA standards require that floor surfaces have a maximum slope of 1:20 (1/2 inch per foot) to be considered level and accessible.
Question 4: Which type of contract places the most financial risk on the contractor?
- Cost-plus contract
- Time and materials contract
- Lump sum (fixed fee) contract (Correct answer)
- Unit price contract
Correct answer: Lump sum (fixed fee) contract
A lump sum contract sets a fixed price for the entire project, so the contractor bears the risk if actual costs exceed the agreed amount.
Question 5: What is the primary purpose of a reflected ceiling plan (RCP)?
- To show the layout of flooring materials
- To illustrate ceiling elements as if reflected onto the floor plane (Correct answer)
- To depict structural beams from above
- To document exterior elevation details
Correct answer: To illustrate ceiling elements as if reflected onto the floor plane
An RCP shows ceiling features—lighting, HVAC diffusers, soffits—as they would appear reflected onto the floor, viewed from above.
Question 6: Which organization publishes the Life Safety Code used widely in interior design practice?
- ASHRAE
- NFPA (Correct answer)
- ICC
- USGBC
Correct answer: NFPA
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) publishes NFPA 101, the Life Safety Code, which governs occupant safety in buildings.
Question 7: When specifying paint for a high-traffic corridor, which finish is most appropriate for durability and cleanability?
- Flat
- Eggshell
- Semi-gloss (Correct answer)
- Matte
Correct answer: Semi-gloss
Semi-gloss paint is highly durable and washable, making it ideal for high-traffic areas like corridors where walls are frequently cleaned.
NCIDQ NCIDQ 2
Which NCIDQ exam section specifically tests candidates on construction documents and specifications?