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Nichiha AIA Test: NIC012-2

Course Title: Redefining Durability: High-Performance Fiber Cement Wall Panels for Modern Architecture
AIA Course Number: NIC012-2
Instructions: Please enter your contact information below to begin the AIA 10-question test. To pass and receive credit, you must score at least 70%. Upon passing, you will receive a certificate of completion and, if you provided your AIA member number, we will submit your credit to the AIA.
Course Credit: This course provides one (1) AIA Learning Unit for Health, Safety, and Welfare (HSW). You must watch the full AIA video presentation before taking the test.
Certificate: At the completion of this test, you will receive a follow-up email that will include your AIA Certificate of Completion. If you do not see the email in your inbox, please check your spam or junk folder.
Note: Certificates will be sent to the email address you provide. AIA credit can only be submitted if you include your AIA member number. For all other associations that accept AIA credit, please submit your certificate directly.

1) What is a primary benefit of using fiber cement wall panels in modern architecture?

1) What is a primary benefit of using fiber cement wall panels in modern architecture?
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2) What is the purpose of a Drained-Back Ventilated (D/BV) Rainscreen?

2) What is the purpose of a Drained-Back Ventilated (D/BV) Rainscreen?
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3) Which characteristic of fiber cement wall panels contributes to their low maintenance requirements?

3) Which characteristic of fiber cement wall panels contributes to their low maintenance requirements?
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4) Fiber cement wall panels are known for their resistance to which of the following?

4) Fiber cement wall panels are known for their resistance to which of the following?
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5) What material was replaced by cellulose fibers in the modern composition of fiber cement panels?

5) What material was replaced by cellulose fibers in the modern composition of fiber cement panels?
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6) Which of the following is NOT a benefit of using fiber cement wall panels?

6) Which of the following is NOT a benefit of using fiber cement wall panels?
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7) What is a key design advantage of fiber cement wall panels?

7) What is a key design advantage of fiber cement wall panels?
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8) Which component of fiber cement panels enhances their fire-resistant properties?

8) Which component of fiber cement panels enhances their fire-resistant properties?
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9) What makes fiber cement panels an environmentally friendly building option?

9) What makes fiber cement panels an environmentally friendly building option?
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10) How does fiber cement siding contribute to the safety and welfare of building occupants?

10) How does fiber cement siding contribute to the safety and welfare of building occupants?
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