Question

what is the pitch of the roof?

select one:
a. 2.710
b. 8 degrees
c. 2/3.11
d. 16 degrees

Explanation:

Locate the roof slope annotation

Using the Architectural Drawing Reading and Construction Document Interpretation knowledge points:

• Locate the roof structure in the cross-section drawing.
• Find the text annotation pointing directly to the sloping roof line.
• The annotation reads "\(8^\circ\text{ roof slope}\)".

Match with the multiple-choice options

• The identified roof slope is \(8^\circ\) (8 degrees).
• Compare this value with the given options:
• a. 2.710 (This represents the height of the top of the gutter: "+2.710 top of gutter")
• b. 8 degrees (This matches the annotated roof slope)
• c. 2/3.11 (This refers to detail callout markers "2/A3.11")
• d. 16 degrees

Answer:

• a. 2.710
• b. 8 degrees (Correct answer)
• c. 2/3.11
• d. 16 degrees