CA Real Estate License Exam 2025: Detailed Explanations (Q&A 426)

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CA Real Estate License Exam 2025: Detailed Explanations (Q&A )

Question 426: The parallel boards used to support the load of the floor and ceiling are called:
A. Studs.
B. Joists.
C. Sole plates.
D. Exterior sheathing.
Correct answer is (B). Joists.
Joists are horizontal structural members that provide support for the floor and ceiling from the walls or beams. They run parallel to each other and distribute the weight of the floor or ceiling to the load-bearing walls or structures below. Studs are upright piece of wood: A vertical board in a wall that is part of the building's frame. Sole plates are horizontal boards that form the bottom part of a wall frame and provide a nailing surface for the studs to be attached. Exterior sheathing refers to the layer of material attached to the exterior side of wall studs. It provides protection from the elements and a base for exterior cladding like siding.

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