ARE Study Review

It has been determined that the calculated runoff of a site development will exceed the existing municipal storm sewer's capacity. What is the most likely solution to be proposed? A. create a larger leach field B. create a retention pond C. create a detention pond D. recalculate using a storm event period of smaller magnitude

One method of estimating costs derives from detailed actual project costs reported by contractors that are published. Other sources of data are also used as a reference. It can also be used in checking bids and controlling costs. A "measure" of an item is chosen to derive an estimated unit cost. What is this system called?

Which of the following is NOT an AISC requirement applicable to weld design? A. Fillet weld length must not be less than 4 x the weld size + 0.25 inch allowance to start and stop the arc. B. For 1/2 to 3/4 inch material thicknesses, minimum size of fillet weld is 0.25 inch C. For less than or = 1/4 inch material thicknesses, maximum size of fillet weld is 0.125 inch D. When intermittent welds are used, the welds must not be less than 1 1/2 inches in length.

An exterior wall with a 2 hour rating requires a door assembly rating (standard door test NFPA 252) of 1 1/2 hours. If the exterior wall rating is increased to 3 hours, what is the required door assembly rating? A. 1 1/2, B. 2 C. 2 1/2, D. 3

On a 1.5 acre lot is a four-story building in a light manufacturing zoning district. What is the FAR (floor area ratio) of the building if the area of each floor is 16,325 sf? A. .85, B. 1, C. 1.25, D. 2