Humber/Ontario Real Estate Course 2 Exam Practice

Builder Harper is using brick for exterior walls along with a wood frame. What best describes this technique?

1. Brick Masonry Wall

2. Brick Siding Wall

3. Brick Veneer Wall

4. Concrete Block Wall

5. Rain Screen Wall

6. Stone Clad Wall

The correct answer is: Brick Veneer Wall

This technique is best described as a "Brick Veneer Wall." In this construction method, the exterior brick is not load-bearing; it is simply a decorative layer designed to enhance the appearance of the building. The actual structural support comes from the wood frame behind the brick veneer. The other options: A. Brick Masonry Wall - In a brick masonry wall, the bricks are load-bearing and function as both the exterior finish and the structural support for the building. B. Brick Siding Wall - This term is not commonly used in construction; siding typically refers to a covering that is not part of the structural system. D. Concrete Block Wall - Concrete blocks are a different material from the bricks used in this construction scenario. E. Rain Screen Wall - A rain screen wall system is designed to manage moisture and is not directly related to the use of bricks. F. Stone Clad Wall - Although similar to the concept of a brick veneer wall, in this case, the exterior finish is stone instead of brick.