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International Mechanical Code (IMC) 10 Question Practice

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1. Radiant heat system panels installed on wood or steel framing shall be installed ___________ framing members or shall be mounted between framing members

A. Spanning a minimum of two

B. within ¼ inch of

C. Parallel to

D. Perpendicular to

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2. In general, floor furnaces shall have a minimum clearance from grade of not less than ________ inches.

A. 18

B. 24

C. 6

D. 12

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3. The board of appeals is not authorized to rule on an appeal based on a claim that                              .

A. the rules have been incorrectly interpreted

B. a code requirement should be waived

C. a better form of construction is provided

D. the provisions of the code do not fully apply

IMC 109.1 and 109.1.1

IMC 109.1 and 109.1.1

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4. Other than on the control side, a minimum clearance of ___ inches is required on all sides of a floor furnace.

A. 24

B. 6

C. 18

D. 12

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5. One set of construction documents shall be kept                               until completion of the project.

A. at the job site

B. by the design professional in responsible charge

C. by the permit applicant

D. by the mechanical contractor

IMC 106.4.6

IMC 106.4.6

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6. When provided to control the main burner operation of a sauna heater, a timer shall have a maximum operating time of __________ minutes.

A. 45

B. 90

C. 30

D. 60

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7. The minimum side clearance to combustibles for a commercial clothes dryer shall be _________.

A. 8 inches

B. 12 inches

C. Determined by the manufacturer’s instructions

D. 4 inches

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8. Copper Alloy Tubing shall be supported every _______ feet when in a horizontal position.

A. 8

B. 10

C. 6

D. 2

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9. Masonry heaters shall be constructed in accordance with the International ________ Code.

A. Fuel Gas

B. Building

C. Fire

D. Mechanical

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10. Once a permit has expired because the authorized work was not commenced or was suspended/abandoned, a new permit may be issued at one-half the amount required for a new permit, provided the work has not been abandoned for more than                               .

A. one year

B. 30 days

C. 90 days

D. 180 days

IMC 106.4.3

IMC 106.4.3

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