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Analysis of Findings & Reporting practice questions

A mixed set of 10 original questions from this domain. Tasks covered: Describing what was inspected, Scope limitations, Reporting defects, Further evaluation.

1. "Smoke alarms: present on each level; not all tested due to height" tells the client:

  1. All alarms are working
  2. No alarms were found
  3. Presence and a testing limitation
  4. Alarms must be replaced
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Answer: C. Presence and a testing limitation

Partial testing noted.

2. A heavy rug covering a section of hardwood floor limits:

  1. Viewing the roof
  2. Testing of the furnace controls
  3. Observation of the floor beneath
  4. Operating windows
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Answer: C. Observation of the floor beneath

Coverings conceal conditions.

3. "Cracked toilet bowl" is:

  1. Normal wear for toilets
  2. A cosmetic note only
  3. A defect
  4. A plumbing upgrade
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Answer: C. A defect

The correct answer is “A defect.” Report.

4. A CO concern should be referred to:

  1. A landscaper
  2. A qualified HVAC or gas professional
  3. A painting contractor for touch-up work
  4. An appraiser
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Answer: B. A qualified HVAC or gas professional

The correct answer is “A qualified HVAC or gas professional.” Safety.

5. A description reading "windows: vinyl, double-hung, insulated glass" includes:

  1. Frame material, type, and glazing
  2. Defects and repairs needed for windows
  3. Energy code compliance
  4. Costs and warranty status
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Answer: A. Frame material, type, and glazing

Objective material description.

6. A home is vacant with the gas meter locked by the utility. Which systems are commonly limited?

  1. Gas furnace, gas water heater, and gas range
  2. Only the roof covering and exterior wall cladding
  3. None, because gas does not affect the inspection
  4. Only the electrical panel and the lighting circuits
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Answer: A. Gas furnace, gas water heater, and gas range

Systems needing gas cannot be operated.

7. "Damaged dryer vent cap" is:

  1. A cost estimate item
  2. A defect
  3. A warranty claim
  4. A color
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Answer: B. A defect

Report. (General reference: IRC M1502 (clothes dryer exhaust); local adoption varies.)

8. A boiler with a leaking relief valve should be referred to:

  1. A landscaper
  2. An appraiser
  3. A heating technician
  4. A roofer to check the flue
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Answer: C. A heating technician

Boiler service needs specialists.

9. A good description of a roof would include:

  1. Only the color
  2. Only the cost
  3. Only the warranty
  4. Type, approximate layers if seen, and method
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Answer: D. Type, approximate layers if seen, and method

The correct answer is “Type, approximate layers if seen, and method.” Key details.

10. A home with fresh paint covering a ceiling stain is a limitation because:

  1. Inspectors must remove paint to check
  2. Paint is always applied to hide damage
  3. It means the roof is definitely leaking right now
  4. Recent cosmetic work can conceal defects
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Answer: D. Recent cosmetic work can conceal defects

Note that fresh finishes may hide past conditions and suggest asking the seller.