Preview Questions Mason/Bricklayer | Role Specific Skill

Question 1: How can a mason ensure uniform spacing between tiles during installation?

Which action should you take?

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By using tile spacers to maintain even gaps for grout lines

By placing tiles directly adjacent without any gap

By only using grout to fill the spaces after tiles are installed

By eye-measuring the space between tiles as they are placed

Question 2: When laying concrete for a foundation, what is the recommended method to control shrinkage cracks?

Which action should you take?

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Using an excessive amount of reinforcement

Using control joints and proper curing methods

Adding more water to the mix

Laying the concrete at night

Question 3: What method is typically used to prevent mortar from sticking to tools and surfaces?

Which action should you take?

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Using a plastic liner over the work surface

Dipping the trowel in water regularly during use

Applying a thin layer of oil to all tools before use

Ignoring the issue, as mortar will naturally fall off after curing

Question 4: What should be the priority when working with high-strength concrete?

Which action should you take?

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Ensuring the correct mix ratio and avoiding over-mixing to maintain integrity

Pouring the concrete quickly to minimize time on-site

Using an excessive amount of curing agents for faster results

Reducing the water content to the absolute minimum

Question 5: When preparing a brick surface for pointing, what is the most important step in ensuring proper adhesion?

Which action should you take?

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Using high-strength mortar

Adding more water to the mortar mix

Removing all old mortar and dust from joints

Wetting the surface of the bricks before applying new mortar

Question 6: How does the water-to-cement ratio affect the strength of concrete?

Which action should you take?

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A lower water-to-cement ratio makes concrete more brittle

A higher water-to-cement ratio results in weaker concrete

The ratio has no impact on strength if mixed correctly

A higher water-to-cement ratio increases the strength of the concrete