Metal Offers Durable, Energy-efficient Roofing Solutions

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Questions:

Program Code: 057SPOND
LU: 1

1. Architectural roofs are differentiated from structural roofs as measured by which of the following?:
a. aesthetics.
b. finish.
c. slope.
d. age.

2. Architectural roofs are used on:
a. steep slopes.
b. low slopes.
c. slopes of 1/4: 12.
d. hydrostatic roofs.

3. Structural metal panel systems:
a. are designed for a 3:12 slope.
b. fit over structural metal framing and purlins.
c. are hydrokinetic.
d. never require underlayment.

4. Peel and stick membranes:
a. are not as effective as roofing felt.
b. are an upgrade to roofing felt.
c. are not recommended at valleys and eaves.
d. are more labor-intensive than roofing felt.

5. Oil canning:
a. is a finish problem.
b. refers to waviness in the panel.
c. can not be remedied on the job site.
d. results from improper clip spacing.

6. Galvanized steel is rendered corrosion resistant by:
a. reflective pigments.
b. a strong underlayment.
c. zinc coating.
d. anodizing.

7. Life-cycle costs of a metal roof:
a. are higher than single-ply roofs.
b. are higher than asphalt roofs.
c. are 57 cents a square foot.
d. are lower than both asphalt and single-ply roofs.

8. The premium paint finish for durability and fade resistance is:
a. polyester.
b. two-step anodizing.
c. PVDF.
d. hardcoat anodizing.

9. The most important finish characteristic is:
a. chalking resistance.
b. chemical resistance.
c. paint adhesion.
d. fade resistance.

10. A cool metal roof:
a. reduces a building’s cooling needs.
b. improves aesthetics.
c. absorbs infrared waves.
d. refers to the roofing surface area.