International Compliance Association (ICA) Home Inspector Practice Exam

Which of the following terms are associated with masonry?

1. Brick, mortar, tile

2. Apron, travertine, anthropic

3. Plyboard, timber, fiber

4. Slate, granite, limestone

The correct answer is: Apron, travertine, anthropic

The correct choice identifies key materials commonly used in masonry construction. Masonry involves constructing structures from individual units, which are often held together by mortar. Brick, mortar, and tile are all foundational elements in masonry; bricks are the individual units, mortar is the adhesive that binds them, and tiles can also serve as masonry units or finishing materials in walls and floors. The other options, while they may include materials relevant to construction or architectural elements, do not capture the essence of masonry. For instance, apron and travertine might relate to specific decorative features or types of stone used in landscaping or tiling, but they aren't as universally applicable to masonry as the correct choice. Plyboard, timber, and fiber point towards framing and structural elements more typical of carpentry, rather than masonry. Similarly, while slate, granite, and limestone are stones often used in building, they are not inherently tied to the defining characteristics of masonry as brick and mortar are.