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XACTIMATE LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATION KNOWLEDGE EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS LATEST VERSION 2024-2025 ALREADY GRADED A+ BY EXPERTS
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Which of the following are options for adding new grouping members in the grouping window?
Summary ACV Loss--SUM ACV iNFORMATION SUCH AS DATES AND PERSONNEL CAN BE FOUND IN WHAT WINDOW OF AN ESTIMATE? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔Claim Info > Inusred Info Under claim Info > Parameters where would you use tokens? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔Opening statements, closing statements. Under the claim info tab, where can you set depreciation defaults? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔Parameters Name the four options available for staircase wall types. - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔Full Missing (end to end) Missing above stairs Partially missing above stairs After using the square break tool, why should you click on the wall and check the measurement? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔After placing a break, you will see the measurements shift depending on the wall thinkness
When using a sloped or peaked ceiling, how do you change the default orientation? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔Clic the orientation button and move the cursor to a wall. then click when you see a red arrow. After clicking to place the first step when using the staircase tool, what does the red measurement indicate? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔The total rise of the staircase. The related-item search method and the similar-item search method can be used in exactly the same way - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔False This cat code would most likely be used when adding a miscellaneous item for a custom vanity - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔CAB What 3 types of items do not have waste automatically included in the cost of the item? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔Carpet, Ninyl Sheet Goods, Shingles Once and item is on the cusror which mouse button (right or left click) will allow you to select additional items relating to the original item? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔Right click Where can you look to see what is or is not included in the cost of an item? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔Item information window.
Claim Info - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔contact information and location of the loss or repair - can also enter information regarding the customer's policy Creating a new estimate steps - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔Click new project, make sure Estimate is selected in the top field, highlight the project name and type the name of the project or keep "date based" project name, choose correct profile and select, click create. Select a price list and click next. Select tax jurisdiction for estimate and click Done. When working on multiple estimates in the same city/state/zip, you can set up Project Loss Defaults for that city/state/zip to save time. - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔True Where in Xactimate can you go to change the default wall thickness for all future estimates? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔Control Center/Preferences This is a shortcut used in Model Statements to pre-fill data that has already been recorded in an estimate. - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔Token Which of the following is not an option through the Contact Manager? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔Users You can data transfer an estimate via XactAnalysis to another Xactimate user without knowing their XactNet address. - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔False
The only way to update your Xactimate version is through a disc. - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔False The ability to merge data already saved from your contact manager directly into an estimate does not exist. - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔False Xactimate can be viewed in English and printed in a different language - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔True Which of the following is not an option from the Project tab? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔Complete a sketch within the project Which of the following is not a wall type option for stairs? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔Missing below stairs The loss recap automatically updates from an estimate. - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔true When using the Custom staircase tool, after clicking once, the RED measurement indicates what? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔The total rise of the staircase
This tool allows you to change the direction that the sloped or peaked ceiling is running? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔Orientation When adding a new level, how many feet will sketch add or subtract from the previous level? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔ 9 In Sketch, the keyboard shortcut for resetting your visible windows is CTRL + SHIFT + R. - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔True There is no way to re-organize the members of the Grouping pane in Estimate Items - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔False Which of the following are Roof Variables - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔SF, SQ, HIP, VAL, R, P An alternate method of estimating for a loss can be done from the Sketch Tab. - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔True Draw lines to match the following Staircase Variable to its correct definition - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔a. Tread Count TCAS b. Wall and Ceiling Area Above Staircase WCAS
c. Wall Area Below Staircase WBS d. Floor Area Above Staircase FAS e. Perimeter of Ceiling Below Staircase PCBS You can add line items while viewing your sketch in 3D mode - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔True When using subvariables, what room number does Xactimate assign to the main area of the room? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔ 0 It is possible to add a line item for tile floor covering at the same time as adding a reference area. - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔True Which of the following columns in the Estimate Items/Quick Entry window allow you to track who entered the line item? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔User Column If the activity of an item is changed, the unit price for the item does not change. - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔False __________ are those additional activities, such as labor or material assumption, which may be required to complete a task. - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔Supporting Events
To keep the ridge from shifting when modifying a single rafter length on a gable roof, use the following tool: - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔Roof Locks This view tool allows you to view the overlay of carpet and vinyl once those items are graphically placed in the room. - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔Flooring Overlay How do you add a new project? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔1 Add a new project from local page, click New Project button. New project window appears. 2 Change default name to (example) XW-Lopez- followed by your initials 3 Click "create" to add the new project - the project will appear on your dashboard Changing Project Profiles from Carrier vs Contractor - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔1 Save and Exit the project 2 From the local page, click on the estimate 3 From the pull-out menu, click duplicate 4 Verify the project has a unique name 5 Select the correct Profile from the menu 6 Click OK, the duplicated project is now available
Creating a New Estimate: - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔1. From Xactimate Dashboard Local Page, click NEW PROJECT
When entering information in the Insured Info tab, you can only enter one address per estimate? True or False - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔False The coverage/loss tab is not available in which profile? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔Contractor How often are Xactimate price lists typically updated? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔Monthly Name the four sections that comprise the Sketch window... - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔Tools Search Sketch workspace Items Zoom to extend - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔I need my entire Sketch diagram displayed quickly Plan View - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔This is the default view I see when clicking on the Sketch tab Zoom to Selection - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔I need to zoom in closer to see my door measurements
Plan Tool - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔I need to move my drawing to the top of the Sketch Workspace Zoom In - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔My diagram is too small. I need to zoom in to make it larger You can use the Missing Wall tool to delete an entire wall? True or False - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔True Using the click and drag method of adding an object like a Doorway to sketch changes the default size of the door? True or False - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔True What color must the measurement be before you can click on it and type in the new measurement? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔Blue When typing in a foot and inch measurement, a comma can be used to separate the two numbers, i.e. 5,6? True or False - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔True Where can you deduct for a wall opening (door, window, missing wall)? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔Properties window
Before dragging a wall handle, holding down the which key on your keyboard will create a new room? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔CNTRL - control What does a number in parentheses represent when it follows a room name? e.g., closet (1) - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔The room is a Sub-group What is the keyboard shortcut for the Undo function? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔Ctrl+Z The variable PF stands for floor perimeter. True or False - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔True Replace - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔+ Plus sign Remove - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔- Minus sign Remove & Replace - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔& Install Only - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔I Detach & Reset - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔R
Material Only - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔M This quick entry field represents a two-letter code for each item quantity. Example, SF (square feet), EA (each) UN (unit), etc - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔Unit of measurement Which quick entry field determines the item's unit price by describing exactly what is to happen to that specified item? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔Item Activity (Act) field Refined Topics and Search Results - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔Two feature options appear once you click on an item in Reference Search image. Once a roof has been placed, the roof type can be changed where? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔Properties window What variable can be sued to place drip edge around the entire perimeter of a roof? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔P The Square Break tool can be used on roofs the same way it is used on rooms. True or False - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔True
If an overbuild roof is not a _________ of the main roof then those quantities will not be calculated with the main roof? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔subgroup Lock the dimensions of the opposing roof face - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔When adding an extension to the eave of a roof, how do you keep the ridge from moving? Once you create a Modl Statement (opening or closing), it is only available for that estimate you created it in. True or False - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔False Recoverable Depreciation - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔depreciation taken on a loss that the insured is entitled to recover Non-recoverable depreciation - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔the amount of depreciation that is permanently deducted from the amount the insured receives for the loss What window of an estimate can information such as dates and personnel can be found? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔Claim Info > Insured Info Where could you use tokens under Claim info > Parameters? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔Opening Statements & Closing Statements
Where can you set the depreciation defaults under the Claim info tab? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔Parameters The Room Properties allows you to view which details? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔Details of the room Four options available for staircase wall types: - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔Full Missing (end to end) Missing above stairs Partially missing above stairs After using the Square Break tool why should you click on the wall and check the measurements? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔After placing a break, you will see the measurements shift, depending on the wall thickness When using a Sloped or Peaked ceiling, how do you change the default orientation? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔Click the Orientation button and move the cursor to a wall, then click when you see a red arrow After clicking to place the first step when using the Staircase tool, what does the red measurement indicate? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔The total rise of the staircase
Coverage A: Dwelling - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔Covers damage to the house. The amount of the policy is the most you will receive if your house is totally destroyed. Coverage B: Other Structures - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔Covers damage to other structures or buildings on the property, such as a detached garage, work shed or fence Coverage C: Personal Property - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔Covers damage to or loss of personal property. Personal property includes household contents and other personal belongings used, owned or worn by you or family. Coverage D: Additional Living Expense - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔Covers additional living expenses when incurred, which means that the policy covers the necessary living expenses up to the stated limit incurred by the insured to continue. (ALE) The Related-Item search method and the Similar-Item search method can be used in exactly the same way. True or False - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔False The type of depreciation (Age/Use, Percent, Amount) must be selected prior to adding line items to an estimated. True or False - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔False
This CAT code would most likely be used when adding a miscellaneous item for a custom vanity
Making an estimate Completed is necessary to upload it back to XactAnalysis. True or False - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔False When you change the status of an estimate to Completed, the Inspection will check for common estimating mistakes. True or False - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔True If you want to make the changes to an estimate that has a status of Completed, you must do what?? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔Change the estimate status to In Progress In some cases, you may leave inspection result items if they are correct for the scope of the estimate. True or False - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔True You will not be able to close the Required Information window until you have documented an explanation and checked the Indicate why the result is to be ignored check box. True or False - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔False Once an item is on the cursor, which click allow you to select additional items relating to the original item? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔Right Click You can use the default calculation or type in your own equation when adding items. True or False - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔True
What key can be used to remove an item from your cursor? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔Esc What tool can be used to change the direction of the floor coverings for carpet and vinyl? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔Floor Orientation If the activity of an Item is changed, the unit price for the item does not change. True or False - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔False Where can you look to see what is or is not included in the cost of an item? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔Item Information window Items with default calculations should never be changed. True or False - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔False It is often a good idea to click the ____ button to make sure the rendering of the roof resembles the actual roof. - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔3D Roof Locks - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔Keep the ridge from shifting when modifying a single rafter length on a gable roof
Ridge - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔A horizontal line at the junction of the top edges of two sloping roof surfaces Roof Span - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔The clear distance that a framing member carries a load without support between structural supports, it is the horizontal distance from eave to eave Rafter - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔Lumber used to support the roof sheeting and roof loads. Generally, 2x10s and 2x12s are used. On a flat roof these are sometimes called roof joists Slope - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔The incline angle of a roof surface, given as a ration of the rise (in inches) to the run (in feet). How do you create an overbuild? - CORRECT ANSWER✔✔First use the SQUARE BREAK TOOL and then hold down the CTRL key prior to clicking and dragging the roof handle out.