NCIDQ: National Council for Interior Design Qualification

NCIDQ: National Council for Interior Design Qualification practice questions, page 2 of 2, with answer review and explanations.

Question 6

What portion of a contract typically outlines the designer's responsibilities to the client?

  1. Scope of services
  2. Project description
  3. Terms and conditions
  4. Compensation schedule

Question 7

Your client has a very limited budget for design services, and the scope of the project warrants mechanical and electrical engineering specification. What should you do?

  1. Reduce your scope to reduce the fee, and contract with a mechanical/electrical engineer for an outline specification.
  2. Recommend that the client work with a contractor to provide design-build services for mechanical/electrical work.
  3. Request that the client contract directly with a mechanical/electrical engineer for limited services to review your drawings.
  4. Insist that your client increase the design budget to cover the necessary mechanical/electrical design services.

Question 8

Why is it necessary to indicate the placement of the proposed elevator and stairway in a preliminary plan?

  1. To ensure an acceptable location to meet all codes
  2. To verify the client's budget constraints
  3. To establish the structural support work required
  4. To ensure accessibility and visibility to visitors

Question 9

In which space is emergency lighting REQUIRED?

  1. Elevators
  2. Private offices
  3. Egress corridors
  4. Restrooms