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    1. The study guide provides an overview of the Residential Remodeling (B-2) license examination, which is divided into six major sections related to planning, job site preparation, core and finish trades, and safety. 2. The exam is a closed-book, multiple-choice test with questions written to have a single best answer. References cannot be used and calculators will be provided for mathematical questions. 3. Sample questions test knowledge of code requirements, cost estimation, and when to apply steel nail plates. The correct answers are provided to help examinees prepare.

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    1. The study guide provides an overview of the Residential Remodeling (B-2) license examination, which is divided into six major sections related to planning, job site preparation, core and finish trades, and safety. 2. The exam is a closed-book, multiple-choice test with questions written to have a single best answer. References cannot be used and calculators will be provided for mathematical questions. 3. Sample questions test knowledge of code requirements, cost estimation, and when to apply steel nail plates. The correct answers are provided to help examinees prepare.

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    1. The study guide provides an overview of the Residential Remodeling (B-2) license examination, which is divided into six major sections related to planning, job site preparation, core and finish trades, and safety. 2. The exam is a closed-book, multiple-choice test with questions written to have a single best answer. References cannot be used and calculators will be provided for mathematical questions. 3. Sample questions test knowledge of code requirements, cost estimation, and when to apply steel nail plates. The correct answers are provided to help examinees prepare.

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    B2 Study Guide

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    1. The study guide provides an overview of the Residential Remodeling (B-2) license examination, which is divided into six major sections related to planning, job site preparation, core and finish trades, and safety. 2. The exam is a closed-book, multiple-choice test with questions written to have a single best answer. References cannot be used and calculators will be provided for mathematical questions. 3. Sample questions test knowledge of code requirements, cost estimation, and when to apply steel nail plates. The correct answers are provided to help examinees prepare.

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    FOR EXAMINATIONS SCHEDULED ON OR AFTER AUGUST 4, 2021

    CONTRACTORS STATE LICENSE BOARD


    LICENSE EXAMINATION STUDY GUIDE

    RESIDENTIAL REMODELING (B-2)


    Content of the Examination 6. Safety (16%)
    • Personnel safety
    The Residential Remodeling (B-2) Examination is
    • Job site safety
    divided into six major sections:
    • Demolition and material safety
    1. Planning and Estimating (15%)
    *Percentages are approximate*
    • Scope of work and code compliance
    • Design and construction error identification
    • Shop drawings, plans, and specifications Test Site Policy
    • Field inspection performance
    This is a closed-book examination. No reference
    • Project coordination
    materials may be used during the examination. All
    • Cost estimation for materials, equipment,
    materials brought to the examination site must be
    and labor
    left in an unmonitored area at your own risk.

    2. Job Site Preparation (13%)


    • Remove non-load-bearing walls
    Test Strategy
    • Remove cabinets and countertops
    • Remove plumbing and electrical fixtures This is a multiple-choice examination with four
    • Deliver and store materials choices per question. Examination questions are
    written to provide only one BEST answer. Some
    3. Core Trades Remodeling (25%) questions require mathematical computation. A
    • Plumbing calculator will be provided.
    • Electrical
    There is no penalty for guessing. If you are unsure
    • Mechanical
    about a particular question, it is better to try to
    • Interior walls, ceilings, and trimwork
    answer the question than to leave the question
    • Flooring and stairs
    blank.
    4. Finish Trades Remodeling (18%) Plenty of time is provided to answer all
    • Cabinets examination questions, so be sure to read each
    • Countertops and backsplashes question and its four choices completely and
    • Painting, staining, coating, and interior wall carefully before selecting the BEST possible
    covering answer to the question.

    5. Exterior Remodeling (13%)


    • Roof Repairs
    • Remodeling exterior walls
    • Doors and windows
    Sample Questions 2019 California Plumbing Code. California
    Code of Regulations, Title 24. International
    Below are three typical examination questions. Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials
    The correct answer is marked with an asterisk (*). (IAPMO).
    PHONE: (909) 472-4100
    1. According to the California Residential Code,
    INTERNET: www.iapmo.org
    what is the MINIMUM allowable width of a
    residential hallway? 2019 California Residential Code. California
    Code of Regulations, Title 24. International Code
    a. 44 inches
    Council.
    b. 40 inches
    PHONE: (800) 786-4452
    c. 36 inches*
    INTERNET: www.iccsafe.org
    d. 32 inches
    Modern Cabinetmaking. Umstattd, Davis &
    2. A contractor is removing acoustic tile from a
    Molzahn. Goodheart-Willcox.
    vaulted ceiling. The scaffold rental is $65 per
    PHONE: (800) 323-0440
    day. He calculates a 6-day rental with a 15%
    INTERNET: www.g-w.com
    markup. What would the equipment cost be for
    this part of the job?
    State of California General Industry &
    a. $448.50* Electrical Safety Orders (Cal/OSHA) and State
    b. $405.00 of California Construction & Electrical Safety
    c. $390.00 Orders (Cal/OSHA). 2021. California Code of
    d. $339.13 Regulations, Title 8. Mancomm.
    PHONE: (877) 626-2666
    3. When should a steel nail plate be applied to a INTERNET: www.mancomm.com
    wood stud? VIEW ONLINE:
    www.dir.ca.gov/dosh/LawsAndRegulations.htm
    a. When a hole is within 1" of the edge*
    b. When a hole is within 1-1/4" of the edge TCNA Handbook for Ceramic, Glass, and
    c. When a hole is within 1-1/2" of the edge Stone Tile Installation. Tile Council of North
    d. When a hole is within 1-3/4" of the edge America, Inc.
    *All questions are written and reviewed by licensed PHONE: (864) 646-8453
    contractors who are actively working in the trade* INTERNET: www.tcnatile.com

    Resources *Publisher information is current as of 6/21*


    Publisher information for reference books and
    code is provided below. Other sources for
    reference books may be found online.
    California code books can be viewed online:
    www.dgs.ca.gov/bsc

    2019 California Building Code. California Code


    of Regulations, Title 24. International Code
    Council.
    PHONE: (800) 786-4452
    INTERNET: www.iccsafe.org

    2019 California Electrical Code. California Code


    of Regulations, Title 24. BNI Publications, Inc.
    PHONE: (888) 264-2665
    INTERNET: www.bnibooks.com 13E-B2

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