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Definition	First Letter	Term	% Correct
A building material made of sand, gravel, and water poured into molds or forms. It is used for posts, driveways, slabs, foundations, etc.	C	Concrete	87%
A substance that sticks to materials or allows objects to stick together, such as resin, epoxy, and glue.	A	Adhesive	83%
A qualified individual or organization responsible for designing and planning structures for construction—they complete drawings for the building process.	A	Architect	83%
A standard power tool used to drive screws into walls, floors, and for other applications/materials.	D	Drill	83%
The material placed in the walls and ceiling to stop heat and sound from exiting or entering a space.	I	Insulation	83%
Material, often made from steel or wood, that spans across a building to support the floor or roof.	B	Beam	78%
The base of a structure that anchors and supports it as the lowest load-bearing part of a building.	F	Foundation	78%
Strong, thin wooden boards made from two or more layers glued together—often sold in 4'x8' sheets.	P	Plywood	78%
A passage for ventilation, heating, and air systems to direct air throughout a structure or building.	D	Duct	70%
The review process to ensure construction complies with contract, zoning, and code requirements.	I	Inspection	65%
A mixture of sand and cement to bind materials, such as brick, stone, and block.	M	Mortar	65%
A design or technical drawing that includes crucial construction details.	B	Blueprint	61%
A long, projecting beam supported only on one end.	C	Cantilever	61%
Paneling used for walls and ceilings (also referred to as plasterboard).	D	Drywall	61%
Deformity in wood from changes in moisture content.	W	Warping	61%
Horizontal elements connected to a perpendicular beam for load transfer.	J	Joist	52%
To refill an excavated hole with the material dug out previously.	B	Backfill	48%
The operation, tools, and equipment used to move rock, dirt, and other materials. This process is often necessary for foundations and building roads.	E	Excavation	48%
An upright support in the walls of buildings used to attach drywall, sheathing, etc	S	Stud	48%
A particulate material made of sand or crushed stone, gravel, recycled concrete, etc.—it is a fundamental part of building foundations.	A	Aggregate	43%
Another term for molding, used for decorative and practical purposes to encase windows and doors or enhance ceilings, floors, and cabinets.	T	Trim	43%
A type of sealant that prevents water and moisture from getting into cracks and crevices. It is commonly used around pipes, windows, and doors.	C	Caulking	39%
A (usually sloping) timber that helps support a roof.	R	Rafter	39%
The opinion a cost consultant provides concerning a property's valuation.	A	Appraisal	30%
Short pieces of lumber to join, fill, or reinforce a structure to increase strength.	B	Blocking	13%