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Key Facts: AZ ROC CR-7 Carpentry Exam

60 Questions

Official Question Count

PSI Content Outline

150 Minutes

Time Limit

PSI Content Outline

70%

Passing Score

Arizona Registrar of Contractors

$66

Exam Fee

PSI Services LLC

Open Book Computerized MCQ

Exam Format

PSI / AZ ROC Guidelines

100 Questions

Practice Question Bank

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The Arizona ROC CR-7 Carpentry Examination consists of 60 multiple-choice questions administered in a 150-minute open-book PSI computer-delivered session with a 70% passing score ($66 exam fee). This practice question bank provides 100 realistic practice MCQs with detailed technical explanations, IBC/IRC code references, BCSI bracing rules, and step-by-step trade math calculations.

Sample AZ ROC CR-7 Carpentry Practice Questions

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1According to the International Residential Code (IRC R502.8), what is the maximum allowable notch depth at the end of a solid sawn floor joist?
A.One-fourth of the joist depth
B.One-third of the joist depth
C.One-sixth of the joist depth
D.One-half of the joist depth
Explanation: Per IRC Section R502.8.1, notches at the ends of floor joists shall not exceed one-fourth of the joist depth. Notches in the top or bottom of joists shall not exceed one-sixth of the depth and shall not be located in the middle one-third of the span.
2What is the minimum required distance between the edge of a bored hole and the top or bottom edge of a solid sawn floor joist per IRC R502.8?
A.1/2 inch
B.1 inch
C.2 inches
D.3 inches
Explanation: IRC R502.8.1 specifies that holes bored in floor joists shall not be closer than 2 inches to the top or bottom of the joist, nor to any other hole or notch in the joist. The diameter of such holes shall not exceed one-third the depth of the joist.
3In a load-bearing exterior wood stud wall, what is the maximum allowable diameter of a bored hole in a single stud without requiring a protective shoe or double stud configuration?
A.25% of the stud width
B.40% of the stud width
C.50% of the stud width
D.60% of the stud width
Explanation: Per IRC R602.6, bored holes in bearing wall studs may not exceed 40% of the stud width. If doubled studs are used, bored holes may equal up to 60% of the stud width provided not more than two successive studs are doubled.
4What is the maximum notch depth permitted in a non-bearing wood wall stud according to IRC R602.6?
A.25% of the stud width
B.33% of the stud width
C.40% of the stud width
D.60% of the stud width
Explanation: IRC R602.6 states that notches in non-bearing studs shall not exceed 40% of the stud width. Bearing studs are strictly limited to a 25% maximum notch depth.
5When a double top plate in a load-bearing wall is notched or drilled more than 50% of its width for plumbing pipes, what code-compliant reinforcement must be installed?
A.A 16-gauge metal tie at least 1.5 inches wide extending 6 inches past the notch on each side, fastened with eight 16d nails per side
B.A 2x4 wood scab glued and screwed over the top plate
C.A 24-gauge sheet metal strap held by 4 drywall screws
D.A 1/2-inch threaded steel rod tied through adjacent studs
Explanation: IRC R602.6.1 requires that when a top plate in an exterior or bearing wall is notched or drilled by more than 50% of its width, a galvanized metal tie not less than 0.054 inch thick (16 gauge) and 1.5 inches wide be fastened across the opening with not less than eight 16d nails on each side. The tie must extend at least 6 inches past the opening. (The IBC counterpart calls for six 16d nails per side.)
6What is the maximum allowable live load deflection for a floor joist supporting a finished plaster ceiling per the International Building Code (IBC Table 1604.3)?
A.L / 180
B.L / 240
C.L / 360
D.L / 480
Explanation: Per IBC Table 1604.3 and IRC Table R301.7, floor members supporting plaster ceilings have a maximum allowable deflection limit of L / 360 under live load (where L is span length in inches), preventing plaster cracking.
7Calculate the total board feet contained in ten 2x8 nominal lumber boards, each 16 feet in length.
A.160 BF
B.213.3 BF
C.320 BF
D.256 BF
Explanation: Board feet formula is: BF = (Thickness in inches × Width in inches × Length in feet) / 12. For one 2x8x16 board: (2 × 8 × 16) / 12 = 21.333 BF. Multiply by 10 boards: 213.33 Board Feet.
8How many board feet of lumber are in five 4x12 timbers that are each 20 feet long?
A.200 BF
B.400 BF
C.800 BF
D.1,200 BF
Explanation: BF per board = (4 in × 12 in × 20 ft) / 12 = 80 BF. For 5 boards: 5 × 80 = 400 Board Feet.
9According to IRC R602.7, how many jack studs (trimmers) are required under each end of an exterior wall header supporting a clear span of 7 feet in a 28-foot wide building under standard roof loads?
A.1 jack stud
B.2 jack studs
C.3 jack studs
D.4 jack studs
Explanation: Per IRC Table R602.7(1), headers spanning over 5 feet up to 8 feet in exterior load-bearing walls for building widths up to 36 feet require 2 jack studs (trimmers) at each end of the header.
10Unless engineered calculations are provided, what is the maximum allowable cantilever length for 2x10 wood floor joists supporting an exterior bearing wall per IRC R502.3.3?
A.Equal to the interior joist span
B.One-half of the interior joist span
C.One-third of the nominal joist depth
D.Limited by the 1:3 or 1:4 backspan ratio and table span limits (typically up to 24 inches for 2x10s)
Explanation: IRC R502.3.3 restricts floor joist cantilevers supporting exterior bearing walls. Prescriptive cantilever spans are governed by Table R502.3.3(1), requiring a backspan ratio of at least 3 to 1 (or 4 to 1 depending on load), limiting cantilever distance typically to 24 inches for 2x10 joists under standard loading.

About the AZ ROC CR-7 Carpentry Exam

The Arizona ROC CR-7 Carpentry Trade Examination is a computer-delivered open-book trade examination administered by PSI Services LLC for the Arizona Registrar of Contractors. The exam tests comprehensive commercial and residential trade knowledge including rough framing (floors, walls, roofs, load calculations), engineered wood truss handling and BCSI temporary/permanent bracing, shear walls and diaphragms, structural hardware and fastening schedules, finish carpentry, millwork and stair stringer layout, concrete formwork, and OSHA 1926 safety regulations.

Questions

60 scored questions

Time Limit

150 minutes

Passing Score

70%

Exam Fee

$66 (Arizona ROC / PSI Services LLC)

AZ ROC CR-7 Carpentry Exam Content Outline

42%

Rough Carpentry

25 of 60 items on the official PSI content outline. Floor, wall and roof framing, sheathing, bracing, formwork and structural fastening.

25%

Plans and Materials

15 of 60 items on the official PSI content outline. Reading plans and details, lumber grades and species, engineered wood, fasteners and hardware, and quantity takeoffs.

23%

Finish Carpentry

14 of 60 items on the official PSI content outline. Interior and exterior trim, doors, cabinets, stairs and millwork.

10%

Safety

6 of 60 items on the official PSI content outline. OSHA 29 CFR 1926 fall protection, ladders, scaffolds, power tools and dust control.

How to Pass the AZ ROC CR-7 Carpentry Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 70%
  • Exam length: 60 questions
  • Time limit: 150 minutes
  • Exam fee: $66

Keys to Passing

  • Work through all 100 available questions
  • Review every answer and explanation
  • Track weak areas and revisit them
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

AZ ROC CR-7 Carpentry Study Tips from Top Performers

1Master IRC/IBC framing rules for joist and rafter spans, header sizing, stud spacing, and mandatory boring and notching limits for floor joists, top plates, and wall studs.
2Review BCSI 1 (Building Component Safety Information) standards for pre-engineered wood truss temporary restraint, diagonal bracing, lateral restraint, and crane handling safety.
3Memorize shear wall sheathing fastener edge spacing (e.g. 6 inches on edges, 12 inches field), hold-down tension anchor connections, and anchor bolt embedded depth rules (min 7 inches into concrete).
4Practice carpentry mathematics including board feet calculations, rafter run/rise/hypotenuse calculations, stair stringer total rise/run, riser height/tread depth code compliance (max 7-3/4 in rise, min 10 in tread), and slope pitch ratios.
5Study OSHA 1926 Subpart M (Fall Protection at 6 feet), Subpart L (Scaffolding load limits and guardrails), Subpart I (PPE and eye protection), and Subpart I/O (Woodworking machinery safety guards and anti-kickback devices).

Frequently Asked Questions

How many questions are on the official Arizona ROC CR-7 Carpentry exam?

The official PSI CR-7 Carpentry content outline lists 60 multiple-choice questions with 150 minutes allowed.

What passing score is required for the AZ ROC CR-7 exam?

A passing score of 70% is required, meaning candidates must answer at least 42 out of 60 questions correctly.

Is the Arizona ROC CR-7 Carpentry examination open book?

Yes, the trade exam is open-book. Approved reference books such as the International Residential Code (IRC), International Building Code (IBC), BCSI Truss Installation Guide, Modern Carpentry, and OSHA 29 CFR 1926 may be brought into the PSI testing center.

What areas carry the highest weight on the CR-7 Carpentry exam?

Rough Carpentry is the largest area at 25 of 60 items (42%), followed by Plans and Materials at 15 items (25%), Finish Carpentry at 14 items (23%), and Safety at 6 items (10%).

Where do I schedule the AZ ROC CR-7 Carpentry trade exam?

You can schedule the examination through PSI Services LLC online at https://test-takers.psiexams.com/azcon or by telephone.