Masonry Jointers: Types and Applications in Masonry Construction

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a type of jointer commonly used in masonry?

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Hydraulic jointer

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Hand jointer

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Electric jointer

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Pneumatic jointer

Question 2

What is an advantage of using a hand jointer over a power jointer?

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Greater precision and control

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Increased efficiency and speed

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Larger cutting capacity

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Lower maintenance requirements

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of the strike plate on a hand jointer?

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To guide the jointer along the surface

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To protect the user's hand from the cutting blade

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To adjust the depth of the cut

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To hold the masonry units in place

Question 4

Which type of masonry unit is best suited for use with a hand jointer?

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Brick

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Concrete block

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Cinder block

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Granite

Question 5

What is the primary function of a bull float in masonry?

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To smooth and level concrete surfaces

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To shape concrete into decorative forms

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To compact and consolidate concrete

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To remove excess concrete

Question 6

Which type of jointer utilizes compressed air as its power source?

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Pneumatic jointer

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Electric jointer

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Hand jointer

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Mechanical jointer

Question 7

What is the correct technique for using a straightedge in masonry?

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Hold the edge parallel to the surface and move it back and forth

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Strike the edge with a hammer to level the surface

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Use the edge as a scraping tool to remove excess material

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Slide the edge along the surface in a circular motion

Question 8

What are two common problems that can occur when using jointers?

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Misalignment

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Overheating

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Regular maintenance

Question 9

To use a jointer effectively, which of the following is important?

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Using a sharp blade

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Using a push stick

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Feeding the workpiece rapidly

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Applying excessive pressure on the workpiece

Question 10

Which method is most effective in determining the sharpness of a jointer blade?

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Cutting a test piece and examining the cut

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Inspecting the blade for damage

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Touching the blade's edge

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Listening to the sound while cutting

Question 11

Which type of jointer is commonly used to create a smooth, flat surface on concrete or masonry, typically by hand?

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Hand jointer

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Electric jointer

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Pneumatic jointer

Question 12

What is the primary purpose of a jointer?

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To level and align surfaces

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To cut and shape materials

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To apply mortar or grout

Question 13

What part of a hand jointer is responsible for the cutting action?

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Blade

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Bit

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Head

Question 14

Which type of jointer is suitable for heavy-duty applications, such as leveling large concrete surfaces?

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Pneumatic jointer

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Hand jointer

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Electric jointer

Question 15

When using a hand jointer, what angle is generally recommended to hold the tool for optimal results?

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10-15 degrees

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25-30 degrees

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45-50 degrees

Question 16

Which of the following is NOT a recommended maintenance task for electric jointers?

Accepted Answer

Replacing the electric motor

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Cleaning and lubricating the tool

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Sharpening the blades

Question 17

What is the recommended method for disposing of used blades from a hand jointer?

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Placing them in a designated sharps container

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Discarding them in a regular trash can

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Burying them underground

Question 18

What is the primary purpose of an electric jointer in masonry?

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Removing excess mortar and smoothing surfaces

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Applying waterproofing coatings

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Creating expansion joints

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Cutting bricks

Question 19

What is the specific purpose of a 'float' in masonry jointers?

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Smoothing and finishing large, flat surfaces

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Leveling surfaces

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Creating decorative patterns

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Removing excess mortar

Question 20

Which type of jointer is suitable for creating intricate decorative masonry surfaces?

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Radii jointer

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Scratcher

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Float

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Jointer's hawk

Question 21

When selecting the appropriate type of jointer, which factor is of primary importance?

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The material being worked on

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The experience level of the user

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The budget available

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The size of the work area

Question 22

How often should masonry jointers be cleaned and inspected?

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After each use

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Monthly

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Weekly

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Annually