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Chapter 10: Means Of Egress

Quiz: 2024 International Building Code Chapter 10: Means Of Egress

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1. An owner of an existing building proposes an alteration that would reduce the minimum required width of a means of egress. Under the 2024 IBC, what is the legality of this alteration?

It is permitted if the building official approves it.
It is unlawful, as alterations cannot reduce the minimum width below code requirements.
It is permitted if the building is equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system.
It is permitted if the remaining width still serves the occupant load.

2. According to the 2024 IBC, who is responsible for maintaining means of egress systems?

The building owner, if the building is sprinklered.
The building official.
In accordance with the International Fire Code.
The occupants of the building.

3. What is the minimum ceiling height required for a means of egress?

7 feet 0 inches (2134 mm)
7 feet 6 inches (2286 mm)
8 feet 0 inches (2438 mm)
6 feet 8 inches (2032 mm)

4. A door closer projects into a circulation path. What is the lowest permitted height above the finished floor for such a projection?

80 inches (2032 mm)
78 inches (1980 mm)
76 inches (1930 mm)
72 inches (1829 mm)

5. An object has a leading edge 60 inches (1524 mm) above the finished floor and projects horizontally into a circulation path. What is the maximum permitted horizontal projection for this object?

2 inches (51 mm)
3 inches (76 mm)
4 inches (102 mm)
4 1/2 inches (114 mm)

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