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The addition roof plane worksheet shows that the roof takeoff totals 3,425 square feet. How many roofing squares is that before waste?

Correct Answer

A) 34.25 squares.

One roofing square is 100 square feet, so 3,425 / 100 = 34.25 squares.

Answer Options
A
34.25 squares.
B
32.50 squares.
C
35.25 squares.
D
37.00 squares.

Why This Is the Correct Answer

One roofing square is 100 square feet, so 3,425 / 100 = 34.25 squares.

Why the Other Options Are Wrong

Option B: 32.50 squares.

32.50 squares. is below the supported result for roofing takeoff; it likely omits allowance, conversion, coverage, or final round-up.

Option C: 35.25 squares.

35.25 squares. is above the supported result for roofing takeoff; it likely double-counts allowance, uses the wrong unit, or rounds too early.

Option D: 37.00 squares.

37.00 squares. is above the supported result for roofing takeoff; it likely double-counts allowance, uses the wrong unit, or rounds too early.

Memory Technique

Estimating Roof takeoff: count the condition before counting the package.

Reference Hint

Study anchor (closed-book): memorize Roofing takeoff from California Building Code, California Code of Regulations Title 24. / Title 24 California Building Code roof covering quantity concepts; know the rule or calculation trigger without relying on exam-room lookup.

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