1
Q
- If found guilty of performing an inspection without a license what will the results be?
(a) Class A misdemeanor
(b) Class B misdemeanor
(c) Class C misdemeanor
(d) Felony
A
(a) Class A misdemeanor
2
Q
- Pete the inspector had two locations that were being inspected, how many apprentices can he have?
(a) 1
(b) 2
(c) 3
(d) 4
A
(a) 1
3
Q
- What does TREC not pay for out of the Recovery Fund?
(a) Actual Damage
(b) Punitive Damage
(c) Attorney Fees
(d) Court Cost
A
(b) Punitive Damage
4
Q
- An inspector is charged with a felony that was an indirect outcome of his inspection. TREC can do which of the following?
(a) Suspend or revoke his inspector’s license
(b) TREC can issue a fine of $500
(c) The inspector can no longer inspect that particular area of the report that directly relates to the felony related problem.
A
(a) Suspend or revoke his inspector’s license
5
Q
- There is an inspector who is not abiding by the standards of practice. Which of the following should you do as an inspector who has knowledge of this other inspector?
(a) Talk to him and let him know what he is not doing correctly
(b) Report him in writing to TREC
(c) Do nothing. Mind your own business practices
A
(b) Report him in writing to TREC
6
Q
- If there is a complaint filed against an inspector:
(a) TREC can suspend his license
(b) He is prohibited from inspecting that one item
(c) It can be an oral complaint
A
(a) TREC can suspend his license
7
Q
- How many inspections must a professional inspector have completed before he can sponsor another inspector?
(a) 125
(b) 200
(c) 250
(d) 300
A
(b) 200
8
Q
- The inspector’s _________________ must be written on the inspector’s report.
(a) Name
(b) Client’s name and number
(c) Name and license number
(d) Sales persons name and license number
A
(c) Name and license number
9
Q
- The Standards of Practice is the ________________ level of inspection an inspector may perform.
(a) Highest
(b) Best
(c) Lowest
(d) Minimum
A
(d) Minimum
10
Q
- The inspector should not accept the duty of protecting the public against fraud, misrepresentation, or unethical practices in the field of real estate inspections.
(a) True
(b) False
A
(b) False
11
Q
- An application for a license may be denied if the Commission determines that applicant has failed to satisfy to the Commission, Honesty, trustworthiness and integrity?
(a) True
(b) False
A
(a) True
12
Q
- An inspector shall not maintain professional liability insurance coverage.
(a) True
(b) False
A
(b) False
13
Q
- You are performing an inspection and observe a duplex receptacle outlet being used under the kitchen sink.What would you expect to observe in the panel/box?
(a) Two manufactured breakers linked together with wires
(b) Two breakers side by side
(c) Two manufactured breakers linked together
(d) Two breakers
A
(c) Two manufactured breakers linked together
14
Q
- In the interest of his/her client and his/her profession, the inspector should endeavor always to maintain and increase his level of knowledge regarding new developments in the field of inspections.
(a) True
(b) False
A
(a) True
15
Q
- An inspector is required to operate a cooling system when the outdoor temperature is less than 60 degrees?
(a) True
(b) False
A
(b) False
16
Q
- The inspector shall render a written opinion as to the performance of the foundation.
(a) True
(b) False
A
(a) True
17
Q
- The inspector shall not report as deficient conditions that are present and visible and may be adversely affecting foundation performance.
(a) True
(b) False
A
(b) False
18
Q
- The inspector shall operate mechanical and electrical equipment, systems and appliances during an inspection in normal modes and operating range at the time of the inspection.
(a) True
(b) False
A
(a) True
19
Q
- An inspector is required to determine accuracy of breaker labeling in the service panel.
(a) True
(b) False
A
(b) False
20
Q
- The inspector shall not report as deficient deficiencies in steps, stairways, balconies and railings.
(a) True
(b) False
A
(b) False
21
Q
- When inspecting a microwave oven the inspector is NOT required to
(a) Inspect the condition of the door and seal.
(b) Inspect for microwave leakage with a test device.
(c) Observe the oven operation by heating water or with other test equipment.
(d) Observe the operation of the light.
A
(b) Inspect for microwave leakage with a test device.
22
Q
- What may result from a negligently performed inspection?
(a) The inspector’s license may be revoked by the Texas Real Estate Commission
(b) The inspector’s license may be revoked by the Texas Real Estate Inspector Committee
(c) A payment from the inspection recovery fund may be assessed by the Texas Real Estate Commission
(d) A payment from the inspection recovery fund may be assessed by the Texas Real Estate Inspector Committee
A
(a) The inspector’s license may be revoked by the Texas Real Estate Commission
23
Q
- A window is installed above a tub in a bathroom. The inspector inspects the window to verify it is identified as tempered glass as required by hazardous locations in the code. There this no acid etching to indicate the window is tempered. He /she measures from the top of the tub to the bottom sash of the window and the measurement is 63 inches. Is this a deficiency?
(a) No, it is not a hazardous location
(b) Yes, it is a hazardous location
(c) Yes, it is over 5 feet from the top edge of the tub
(d) None of the above
A
(a) No, it is not a hazardous location
24
Q
- The inspector is REQUIRED to:
(a) Determine the presence or absence of a pressure relief valve on a water heater
(b) Light a pilot on a natural gas device that appears operational
(c) Attempt to light a pilot on a natural gas device that appears not to be operational
(d) Probe structural components to determine their condition
A
(a) Determine the presence or absence of a pressure relief valve on a water heater
25
25. Of the 9 members of The Texas Real Estate Committee appointed by the governor and confirmed by the senate, how many members MUST be representatives of the general public?
(a) 1
(b) 3
(c) 6
(d) 7
(b) 3
