The HouseMaster Home Inspection Technical Staff has developed a series of Home IQ tests to help you assess your home ownership knowledge. This Home IQ test checks your comparative judgment on various home ownership related matters:
Which cut lumber is thicker?
2” x 4” board 2” x 6” board same
Which is thinner?
a termite’s waist a flying ant’s waist same
Which is colder?
30° Celsius 30° Centigrade same
Which is typically hotter?
air supply temperature of warm air furnace air supply temperature of a heat pump same
Which weighs more?
a pound of diamonds a pound of copper same
Which is longer?
a six penny nail a ten penny nail same
Which wood is denser?
oak pine same
Which will freeze first?
hot water cold water same
Which produces more light?
a 20 watt compact fluorescent bulb a 60 watt incandescent bulb same
Remember, these tips are only general guidelines. Since each situation is different, contact a professional if you have questions about a specific issue. More home safety and maintenance information is available online at www.housemaster.com.
