A bathroom tile order starts from 180 square feet of measured floor and uses a 15 percent waste factor. What purchase quantity should be ordered?
Correct Answer
A) 207 square feet.
The order quantity is 180 x 1.15 = 207 square feet.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
The order quantity is 180 x 1.15 = 207 square feet.
Why the Other Options Are Wrong
Option B: 198 square feet.
198 square feet. is below the supported result for tile takeoff; it likely omits allowance, conversion, coverage, or final round-up.
Option C: 216 square feet.
216 square feet. is above the supported result for tile takeoff; it likely double-counts allowance, uses the wrong unit, or rounds too early.
Option D: 225 square feet.
225 square feet. is above the supported result for tile takeoff; it likely double-counts allowance, uses the wrong unit, or rounds too early.
Memory Technique
Measure to cslb, adjust for general, then let Estimating Bathroom set the finish line.
Reference Hint
Study anchor (closed-book): memorize Tile takeoff from CSLB B General Building Study Guide; California Building Code, Title. / CSLB B General Building Study Guide estimating concepts; know the rule or calculation trigger without relying on exam-room lookup.
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