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Q#1: You were tasked to design an auditorium with a total occupant load of 400 persons. Which of the
following conforms to the minimum provision for interior wet standpipes as per 2004 Revised IRR of PD
1096?

a. Provide outlets at both sides of the stage, at rear of auditorium and at rear of balcony.

b. Just use portable fire extinguishers near said locations.

c. Provide at least 1 standpipe to cover every 650 sq.m.of floor area

d. Use only dry standpipes to cover every 950 sq.m. of floor area (or a fraction thereof).

According to the 2004 Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of the National Building Code of the
Philippines (PD1096) on Wet Standpipes and their Location,

"In Group H and I Occupancies, outlets shall be located as follows: one (1) on each side of the stage, one
(1) at the rear of the auditorium, and one (1) at the rear of the balcony. Where occupant loads are LESS
THAN FIVE HUNDRED (500) the above requirements MAY BE WAIVED; Provided, that PORTABLE FIRE
EXTINGUISHERS of appropriate capacity and type are installed within easy access from the said
locations...xxx..."

(Rule XII, Sec. 1212.d. of the 2004 IRR of PD1096)

Since an auditorium is classified as a Group H building (see Table VII.1 of Sec. 701), the above provision
applies to my question at hand. As the occupant load was given at 400 (i.e., less than 500 for the
required wet standpipe outlets in specific areas), the required outlets may be waived as long as
sufficient portable fire extinguishers are provided
Q#2: What Division in Group D Occupancies include Nurseries for full-time care of children under
kindergarten age, hospitals, sanitaria, nursing homes with non-ambulatory patients, and similar
buildings each accommodating more than five persons?

a. Division 1

b. Division 2

c. Division 3

d. Division 4

According to the 2004 Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of the National Building Code of the
Philippines (PD1096) on Occupancy Classified,

"Group D Occupancies shall include:

Division 1 - MENTAL hospitals, MENTAL sanitaria, jails, prisons, reformatories, and buildings were
personal liberties of inmates are similarly restrained.

Division 2 - Nurseries for FULL-TIME care of children UNDER KINDERGARTEN AGE, hospitals, sanitaria,
nursing homes for NON-AMBULATORY patients, and similar buildings each accommodating more than
five persons.
Division 3 - Nursing homes for AMBULATORY patients, homes for children of KINDERGARTEN AGE OR
OVER, each accommodating more than five persons: Provided, that Group D Occupancies shall NOT
include buildings used only for PRIVATE or FAMILY group dwelling purposes."

(Rule VII, Sec. 701.1.a.iv. and can also be seen in Table VII.1. of the 2004 IRR of PD1096)

Note that there is no Division 4 for Group D occupancies in the code.

Therefore, the correct answer is b. Division 2.

Q#3: If you designed a solid reinforced concrete slab with an overall depth of 5", what is its fire-resistive
time period rating in accordance with PD 1096?

a. One-Hour Fire-Resistance

b. Two-Hour Fire-Resistance

c. Three-Hour Fire-Resistance

d. Four-Hour Fire-Resistance

According to the 2004 Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of the National Building Code of the
Philippines (PD1096) on Fire-Resistive Standards,
(Rule VI, Sec. 603 of the 2004 IRR of PD1096)

Therefore, the correct answer is b. Two-Hour Fire-Resistance.

Q#4: Choose the two correct provisions regarding stairways according to the National

I - Stairways serving an occupant load of more than 50 shall not be less than 1.20m

II - Stairways serving an occupant load of 50 or less may be 900mm wide

III - Stairways serving an occupant load of less than 10 may be 800mm wide

IV - Maximum variations of 10mm in riser heights and tread widths in any one flight

V - Rise of every step shall not exceed 200mm and run shall not be less than 250mm

a. I and V

b. II and V

c. III and IV

d. I and IV

According to the 2004 Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of the National Building Code of the
Philippines (PD1096) on Stairways,

"Width. Stairways serving an occupant load of more than fifty (50) shall not be less than 1.10 meters.
Stairways serving an occupant load of FIFTY (50) OR LESS may be 900 MILLIMETERS WIDE. Private
stairways serving an occupant load of less than ten (10) may be 750 millimeters. Trim and handrails shall
not reduce the required width by more than 100 millimeters."

"Rise and Run. The RISE of every step in a stairway shall NOT exceed 200 MILLIMETERS and the RUN
shall NOT be less than 250 MILLIMETERS. The maximum variations in the height of risers and the width
of treads in any one flight shall be 5 millimeters; Except, in case of private stairways serving an occupant
load of less than ten (10), the rise may be 200 millimeters and the run may be 250 millimeters, except as
provided in sub-paragraph (c) below."

(Rule XII, Sec. 1207.5.a and Sec. 1207.5.b of the 2004 IRR of PD 1096)
It is clear in the code that both II and V satisfy the above provisions. On the other hand, for the three
other WRONG provisions (I, III, and IV), the corrections should be as follows:

I - Stairways serving an occupant load of more than 50 shall not be less than 1.20m ("1.20m" should be
1.10m)

III - Stairways serving an occupant load of less than 10 may be 800mm wide ("800mm" should be
900mm)

IV - Maximum variations of 10mm in riser heights and tread widths in any one flight ("10mm" should be
5mm)

Therefore, the correct answer is b. II and V

Q#5: Which is not a design criteria of ramps according to the BP344?

a. Changes in level require a ramp except when served by a dropped curb, an elevator or other
mechanical device.
b. Any ramp with a rise greater than 1.20m and leads down towards an area where vehicular
traffic is possible should have a railing across the full width of its lower end, not less than 1.50
meters from the foot of the ramp.
c. A level area not less than 1.80m should be provided at the top and bottom of any ramp.
d. Ramps shall be equipped with curbs on both sides with a minimum height of 0.10m

According to the Accessibility Law (BP 344), the INCORRECT data in Choice b. is the "a rise greater than
1.20m" which should have been "a rise greater than 0.20m"; and the "not less than 1.50 meters from
the foot of the ramp" which should have been "not less than 1.80 meters from the foot of the ramp".
Q#6: If you are to design a 380-room hotel located in Makati City, how many parking slots for cars
should you allot to comply with the provisions of the current National Building Code provisions, rules
and regulations?

a. 76 car parking slots

b. 380 car parking slots

c. 95 car parking slots

d. 127 car parking slots

According to the 2004 Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of the National Building Code of the
Philippines (PD1096) on the table of Minimum Required Off-Street Parking Slot by Use or Occupancy,
Hotels in HIGHLY-URBANIZED AREAS (e.g., Makati CITY) shall have,

"1 car parking slot for every 3 rooms or a fraction thereof".

(Table VII.4 of the IRR of PD1096)

Note that for Hotels located in all OTHER AREAS (i.e., NOT in a highly-urbanized areas), the ratio is lesser
at "1 car parking slot for every 7 rooms". If the structure is a RESIDENTIAL HOTEL or APARTEL, then, the
ratio is "1 car parking slot for every 5 rooms".
So, since the structure in my question is given as a hotel with 380 rooms in a highly-urbanized area, we
use the 1:3 ratio and compute,

Min. Required Car Parking Slots = 380 rooms / 3 = 126.66667 or 127 slots

Therefore, the correct answer is d. 127 car parking slots.

Q#7: Any container mounted on a tank vehicle with a capacity of at least four hundred fifty (450) liters
used for carrying flammable or combustible liquids. It does not apply to the fuel tank of a motor vehicle.

a. Cargo Tank

b. Dip Tank

c. Portable Tank

d. Bulkhead

According to the 2009 Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of the Revised Fire Code of the
Philippines (RA9514) on Definition of Terms,

"Cargo Tank. Any container mounted on a tank vehicle with a capacity of at least four hundred fifty (450)
liters used for carrying flammable or combustible liquids. It does not apply to the fuel tank of a motor
vehicle.

Dip Tank. A tank, vat or container of flammable or combustible liquid in which articles or materials are
immersed for purposes of coating, finishing, treating, or similar processes.

Bulkhead. A liquid-tight closure between compartments of a cargo tank."

(Rule 3 of the 2009 IRR of RA9514)

Therefore, the correct answer is a. Cargo Tank.

Q#8: Who has the responsibility to adopt the type and design of footings and foundations in terms of
the appropriate type, adequate size, and capacity in order to safely sustain the superimposed loads
under seismic or any condition of external forces that may affect the safety or stability of the structure?

a. Architect

b. Architect and/or Engineer

c. Engineer

d. Structural Engineer

The question is taken almost verbatim from a provision in both the 1977 National Building Code of the
Philippines (PD1096) and its 2004 Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR), under General Design and
Construction Requirements for Excavation, Foundation, and Retaining Walls, which reads:

"Footings and foundations shall be of appropriate TYPE, of adequate SIZE, and CAPACITY in order to
SAFELY sustain the superimposed loads under seismic or any condition of external forces that may affect
the SAFETY or STABILITY of the structure. It shall be the RESPONSIBILITY of the ARCHITECT and/or
ENGINEER to adopt the type and design of the same in accordance with the standards set forth by the
Secretary."

(Chapter 12, Sec. 1202.c.1 of PD1096, and also in Rule XII, Sec. 1202.3.a of the 2004 IRR of PD1096)

Some may note that in RA9266 (Architecture Act of 2004), Architects are only allowed in the "Structural
Conceptualization" (instead of "Structural Design" previously allowed in the old/repealed architecture
law, RA 545), but the definition of "Structural Conceptualization" as found in RA9266, reads:

"Structural Conceptualization means the act of CONCEIVING, CHOOSING and DEVELOPING the TYPE,
DISPOSITION, ARRANGEMENT and PROPORTIONING of the STRUCTURAL ELEMENTS of an architectural
work giving due consideration to SAFETY, cost-effectiveness, FUNCTIONALITY and aesthetics."

(Sec. 3(5) of RA9266)

In short, both provisions of different laws are complementary, that architects have the responsibility
(along with engineers) for selecting the type, size, and capacity of foundations of a structure.
Therefore, the correct answer is b. Architect and/or Engineer (NOT the Structural Engineer alone).

Q#9: As per PD 1096, the portion of the building between floor and ceiling which is wholly or partly
below grade and so located that the vertical distance from grade to floor below is equal to or greater
than the vertical distance from grade to ceiling.

a. Attic Storey

b. Basement

c. Cellar

d. First Storey

According to the 1977 National Building Code of the Philippines (PD1096), the terms are defined as,

Attic Storey:

"Any storey situated whooly or partly in a roof, so designed, arranged, or built as to be used for
business, storage, or habitation."

Basement:

"A portion of a building between floor and ceiling which is PARTLY BELOW and PARTLY ABOVE GRADE
but so located that the vertical distance from grade to the floor is LESS THAN the VERTICAL DISTANCE
from GRADE to CEILING."

Cellar:

"The portion of a building between floor and ceiling which is WHOLLY OR PARTLY BELOW GRADE and so
located that the vertical distance from grade to the floor BELOW is EQUAL TO or GREATER THAN the
VERTICAL DISTANCE from GRADE to CEILING."

First Storey:

"The storey the floor of which is at or above the level of the sidewalk or adjoining ground, the remaining
storeys being numbered in regular succession upward."

(Annex "A" of PD1096)

Note that in the Philippines, cellar is NOT a very common term, hence, contrary to popular belief, it is
often mistaken as a "basement" - which is a more common term erronously referring to any space that
is below the ground line. However, in so far as PD1096 is concerned, a CELLAR is actually much deeper
beneath the ground as compared to a BASEMENT, since the basement (by code definition) can
technically have portions of it above grade level.

In other words, in a Basement - there can be a Cellar, but, in a Cellar - there cannot be any Basement.

Therefore, the correct answer is c. Cellar.

Q#10: During your initial consultation with your client, you have ascertained that your client's project is
a medium-density housing for your client's own family situated in a 16.4m-wide x 23.35m-deep inside
lot in a newly-developed location. The client then asks you, as the architect of the project, what would
be the largest area for the ground floor of the house you can build on the lot, considering that the client
wants the house to have abutments on both sides of the lot?

a. Approx. 230sqm

b. Approx. 209sqm

c. Approx. 300sqm

d. Approx. 264sqm

According to the 2004 Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of the National Building Code of the
Philippines (PD1096) on Classification and General Requirements of All Buildings by Use or Occupancy, a
"medium-density housing for a single-family" is categorized as "Basic Residential 2 (Basic R-2)" (Table
VIII.1 and Glossary of the 2004 IRR of PD1096). Thus, the project is zoned as Basic R-2.

As the question states, we are looking for the largest area of the ground floor we can build on the given
lot, which means we are looking at the maximum footprint allowed by the code. Note that the code
offers several provisions on how to determine the Allowable Maximum Building Footprint (AMBF). We'll
take a look at them one by one:

First, we refer to a table of Minimum Setbacks for Basic R-2 structures, wherein it is stipulated that,
"Basic R-2 (Type of Use) ===> 3.00 meters (Front); 2.00** meters (Side); 2.00 meters (Rear)

Note c) ** Setback required for only one (1) side. Setbacks on two sides shall be optional."

(Rule VIII, Table VIII.2 of the 2004 IRR of PD1096)

The table clearly states that for R-2 occupancies (such as the client's project in the question), extending
the footprint and building walls to the side property lines (as abutments/firewalls) is only allowed on 1
side; having abutments/firewalls on both sides is prohibited. This is also clearly stated in another
provision of the code,

"Abutments shall be allowed on only one (1) side for any R-2 lot type/location. There shall be no
firewalls/abutments on the front and rear property lines for any R-2 lot type/location."

(Rule VIII, Sec. 803.4.c.ii of the 2004 IRR of PD1096)

And reiterated in another provision,

"For medium density residential (R-2) uses or occupancies, a firewall can be erected on a maximum of
80% of the total length of a side property line, provided that ONLY ONE (1) SIDE PROPERTY LINE is used
for a firewall in the case of a R-2 structure; and provided further that the applicable stipulations of the
Fire Code are strictly observed."

(Rule VII, Sec. 704.4.c.iv of the 2004 IRR of PD1096)

Despite the client requiring the building's ground floor to be extended on both sides of his property, the
above provisions of the code means that what the client wants will NOT conform with the law. So, as the
client is looking for the largest ground floor footprint you CAN build, the footprint can only be extended
on 1 side of his lot.

Using the Minimum Setbacks in Table VIII.2, we can now compute the maximum building footprint for
the ground floor of the house by subtracting the setbacks required in the given lot area:
Lot Depth = 23.35m

Footprint Depth = 23.35m - 3m front setback - 2m rear setback = 18.35m

Lot Width = 16.4m

Footprint Width = 16.4m - 2m side setback - 0m (firewall/abutment permitted) = 14.4m

Resulting Maximum Footprint = 14.4m x 18.35m = 264.24sqm (AMBF per Minimum Setbacks)

Take note that the above computations are based on Minimum Setback Requirements (as per Table
VIII.2).

Now, let's look at another provision in determining AMBF. We refer to the table of Maximum Allowable
Percentage of Site Occupancy (PSO) by Land Use Zoning per Lot, wherein it is stipulated that,

"Basic R-2 with Firewall ===> 60% Maximum Allowable PSO"

(Rule VIII, Table VIII.1 of the 2004 IRR of PD1096)

The Maximum Allowable PSO, expressed in percentage (of the Total Lot Area, TLA, being occupied by
the building), is also equivalent to the AMBF expressed in actual area (footprint of the building within
the lot). Since our TLA is already given in the question as "16.4m-wide x 23.35m-deep" or 382.94sqm,
we can now compute for the Maximum Allowable PSO or AMBF:

Resulting Maximum Footprint = 60% x TLA

Resulting Maximum Footprint = 0.60 x 382.94sqm

Resulting Maximum Footprint = 229.764sqm (AMBF per Max. PSO with Firewalls)

Take note that the above computations are based on Maximum Allowable PSO (as per Table VIII.1).
Lastly, since in the question, the lot type is given as an Inside Lot, let's look at another table in the code,
the Minimum Total Open Space within Lot (TOSL) Requirements by Lot Type/Location, wherein it is
stipulated that,

"Inside Lot ===> with Firewall ===> R-2 ===> 30%"

(Rule VIII, Guidelines on Lots..., Table VIII.G.6 of the 2004 IRR of PD1096)

According to Table VIII.G.6, it is required that a minimum of 30% of the TLA (382.94sqm) should be open
space. Since TLA = PSO (or AMBF) + TOSL, then, we can compute for the Maximum Allowable PSO or
AMBF:

Min. Total Open Space within Lot (TOSL) = 30% x TLA

Min. Total Open Space within Lot (TOSL) = 0.3 x 382.94sqm

Min. Total Open Space within Lot (TOSL) = 114.882sqm

Resulting Maximum Footprint = TLA - Min. TOSL

Resulting Maximum Footprint = 382.94sqm - 114.882sqm

Resulting Maximum Footprint = 268.058sqm (AMBF per Minimum TOSL)

Take note that the above computations are based on Minimum TOSL Requirements (as per Table
VIII.G.6).

So at this point, we have three (3) different values of the probable maximum building footprint:

Resulting Maximum Footprint = 264.24sqm (AMBF per Minimum Setbacks of Table VIII.2);

Resulting Maximum Footprint = 229.764sqm (AMBF per Maximum PSO of Table VIII.1); and

Resulting Maximum Footprint = 268.058sqm (AMBF per Minimum TOSL of Table VIII.G.6)
As we are looking for the MAXIMUM value allowed by the code, logically, the LEAST value must govern
as such value would be the most stringent.

Since the computation of the maximum footprint based on Table VIII.1 (~230sqm) yields the least area
among the three (compared to ~268sqm using Table VIII.G.6 and to ~264sqm using Table VIII.2), then, it
shall be deemed as the largest area for the ground floor of the house you CAN build on the lot,
WITHOUT violating any other provisions of the code.

Therefore, the correct answer is a. Approx. 230sqm (229.764sqm).

Q#11: Enumerate the basic needs of human settlements in order of importance (1 being the highest) in
accordance with the IRR for Economic and Socialized Housing Projects:

a. 1)Power   2)Water   3)Waste disposal   4)Storm drainage   5)Movement   6)Park

b. 1)Movement   2)Power   3)Water   4)Storm drainage   5)Park   6)Waste disposal

c. 1)Waste disposal   2)Movement   3)Water   4)Storm drainage   5)Power   6)Park

d. 1)Water   2)Movement   3)Storm drainage   4)Waste disposal   5)Park   6)Power

According to the 2008 Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of the Standards and Technical
Requirements for Economic and Socialized Housing Projects (BP220), the "basic needs of human
settlements are enumerated in DESCENDING ORDER as follows:

1. Water

2. Movement and circulation

3. Storm drainage

4. Solid and liquid waste disposal

5. Park/playground

6. Power"
(Rule II, Sec. 4.B of the 2008 IRR of BP220)

Therefore, the answer is d. 1)Water 2)Movement 3)Storm drainage 4)Waste disposal 5)Park
6)Power.

Q#12: As per RA9514, it is any liquid which causes fire when in contact with organic matter or with
certain chemicals.

a. Hypergolic Fuel

b. Corrosive Liquid

c. Pyrophoric

d. Combustible Liquid

According to the 2009 Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of the Revised Fire Code of the
Philippines (RA9514) on Definition of Terms,
"Hypergolic Fuel. A rocket or liquid propellant which consist of combinations of fuels and oxidizers which
IGNITE SPONTANEOUSLY on CONTACT WITH EACH OTHER.

Corrosive Liquid. Any liquid which CAUSES FIRE when IN CONTACT with ORGANIC MATTER or with
CERTAIN CHEMICALS.

Pyrophoric. Descriptive of any substances THAT IGNITES SPONTANEOUSLY when EXPOSED TO AIR.

Combustible Liquid. Any liquid having a FLASH POINT AT or ABOVE 37.8°C (100°F)."

(Rule 3 of the 2009 IRR of RA9514)

Therefore, the correct answer is b. Corrosive Liquid.

Q#13: In designing grandstands or bleachers, what is the minimum spacing of rows of seats without
backrests measured from rear-to-rear of the seat?

a. 850 millimeters

b. 600 millimeters

c. 300 millimeters

d. 750 millimeters

According to the 2004 Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of the National Building Code of the
Philippines (PD1096) on Spacing of Seats for Reviewing Stands, Grandstands, and Bleachers,

"The minimum spacing of rows of seats measured from back-to-back shall be: 600 MILLIMETERS FOR
SEATS WITHOUT BACKRESTS in open air stands; 750 millimeters for seats with backrests; and 850
millimeters for chair seating. There shall be a space of not less than 300 millimeters between the back of
each seat and the front of the seat immediately behind it."

(Sec. 1207.14.c.i of the 2004 IRR of PD1096)

Therefore, the correct answer is b. 600 millimeters.

Q#14: : In designing open-market subdivision projects, community facilities (which are non-saleable) are
mandatory if the project is one (1) hectare and above. If the project contains 1,499 dwelling units
(saleable lots), which among the following community facilities are required to be included in the
project?

a. Multi-Purpose Center + Elementary School + High School

b. Multi-Purpose Center only

c. Multi-Purpose Center + Convenience Stores + Tricycle Terminals

d. Multi-Purpose Center + Convenience Stores + Elementary School

According to the 2009 Revised Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of the Subdivision and
Condominium Buyer's Protective Decree (PD957) on Community Facilities,

"Mandatory provisions of areas for community facilities, such as neighborhood multi-purpose center
both for OPEN-MARKET and medium cost housing projects with an area of ONE (1) HECTARE and
above."

(Rule I, Sec. 1.C.1.b.2 of the 2009 IRR of PD957)

Since my question states that the project is an open-market subdivision with an area of higher than 1
Ha., then, the above provision should be followed. So, we look at Table 2 in the same section of the law,
which shows the facilities required according to the NUMBER OF SALEABLE LOTS/DWELLING UNITS, as
follows:
(Rule I, Table 2 of the 2009 IRR of PD957)

As we can see in the above table, if the dwelling units or lots of the subdivision amounted to a total of
1,500 units, then, as per law, we are required to provide a Multi-Purpose Center, some Convenience
Stores, an Elementary School and Tricycle Terminals.

However, since in my question, the dwelling units or lots is given at 1,499 units, then, we only need to
provide a Multi-Purpose Center as a MINIMUM requirement WITHOUT violating the law.

Therefore, the correct answer is b. Multi-Purpose Center only.

Q#15: As per IRR of PD 1096, which agencies sets the acceptable limits of noise levels of equipment and
machineries for Noise Pollution Control?

a. DOLE and DENR

b. DENR and City/Municipality

c. DPWH and DENR

d. DTI and BPS (Bureau of Product Standards)

According to the 2004 Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of the National Building Code of the
Philippines (PD1096) on Noise Pollution Control,

"Industrial establishments shall be provided with positive noise abatement devices to tone down the
noise level of equipment and machineries to acceptable limits set down by the DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
AND EMPLOYMENT and the DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES."

(Rule IX, Sec. 906.1 of the 2004 IRR of PD1096)

Therefore, the correct answer is a. DOLE and DENR (Department of Labor and Employment and
Department of Environment and Natural Resources).

Q#16: Which of the following temporary stairway dimensions does NOT conform with the provisions of
the National Building Code of the Philippines:

a. Treads @ 210mm; Risers @ 125mm

b. Treads @ 190mm; Risers @ 250mm

c. Treads @ 300mm; Risers @ 100mm

d. Treads @ 270mm; Risers @ 225mm

According to the 2004 Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of the National Building Code of the
Philippines (PD1096) on Ladders and Temporary Stairways,

"The SUM of the height of the two (2) risers and the width of one (1) tread shall be NOT less than 460
millimeters NOR more than 700 millimeters."

(Rule XI, Sec. 1107.1.i.xv of the 2004 IRR of PD1096)

The above provision simply means that,

460mm < 2R + T < 700mm

where R = riser and T = tread

So, given all the choices, we can check each one,

Choice a. => 2(125) + 210 = 460mm ---> conforms with the code (not less than the minimum)

Choice b. => 2(250) + 190 = 690mm ---> conforms with the code (not more than the maximum)

Choice c. => 2(100) + 300 = 500mm ---> conforms with the code (still between minimum and maximum)

Choice d. => 2(225) + 270 = 720mm ---> violates the code (more than the maximum)

Among the choices, only choice d. has exceeded the limits (i.e, does NOT conform) as provided by the
code on temporary stairs, while the rest of the choices conform with the code.

Take important note that the question pertains to TEMPORARY stairs (stairs used during construction,
governed by Rule XI), as permanent stairs have a different provision other than what is sought for in the
given question.

Therefore, the correct answer is d. Treads @ 270mm; Risers @ 225mm (does NOT conform with the
code).

Q#17: You were commissioned by a client to design a bungalow residence that will be provided with a
centralized air-conditioning system. The client then asks you, as the architect, what would be the lowest
height of the ceiling that can be done for his house because he has a fear of open/airy spaces. What
would be your answer to your client?

a. 2.10 meters

b. 2.40 meters

c. 2.70 meters

d. 3.00 meters