Free Drywall (C-9) practice test

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10 questions from the Peerless Institute C-9 Drywall exam. Covers installation methods, fasteners, fire ratings, and code requirements.

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  1. 1A 158St25 stud is cut to order and contains 10 pieces to the bundle weighing 325 pounds per 1000 ft. What is its sectional depth? NOTE: Remember,the first three digits tell you the depth of the stud.

  2. 2ST25 steel studs and runners may be used for framing the openings up to _______ wide and may weigh not more than 100 lbs. maximum without reinforcement.

  3. 3The minimum width of gypsum studs for semi-solid partition framing shall not be less than _______ wide and 1 inch thick.

  4. 4When applying gypsum board, with the exception of when adhesive is being used for attachment, a room temperature must be maintained at not less than:

  5. 5A leg of what length will be used for 1/2" thick gypsum board, when using number 16 gauge flattened galvanized staples not less than 7/16" wide?

  6. 6A metal spreader blade which is 1/2" high and ____ wide minimum with notches spaced 1-1/2" to 2" o.c. should be used to apply sheet lamination.

  7. 7In partitions, walls or wall furring, the distance between control joints shall not exceed ____ feet on a straight wall, in accordance with ASTM C 844.

  8. 8Mr. Able is working on a 6' x 2.5' metal rolling scaffold that is 5' high. It has 6" rubber wheels & the floor has a 2 degree pitch. Mr. Able is finished at this location & needs to move to another and has his partner move it while he is still on it. He has proceeded:

  9. 9When applying sheet lamination, a metal spreader-blade ____ wide x 1/2" high minimum with notches spaced 1-1/2" to 2" o.c. should be used.

  10. 10Framing shall not be more than 16" on center for 1/2" gypsum wallboard and exterior gypsum soffit board and not more than ____ inch on centers for 5/8" thick gypsum wallboard and exterior gypsum soffit board.