The basic unit of linear measure in the metric system is the ____.

Wood is the most widely used residential construction material.

If the scale of a drawing is identified as 1/8″ = 1′ and an interior wall of the drawing measures 3″, then the actual length of the wall is ____.

Which member is located above a window?

Butterfly is a common floor joist style used in residential construction.

For branch circuit wiring in residential construction, ____ wire is normally used.

Treads are vertical members that provide changes in elevation between two adjacent stairs.

To plan where to route wiring, electricians need to know the direction of the floor joists.

A ____ is used to indicate the centers of objects such as columns and fixtures.

A section cutting line marks the part of the drawing being cut to create a(n) ____.