Humber/Ontario Real Estate Course 3 Exam Practice

Disable ads (and more) with a membership for a one time $2.99 payment

Prepare for the Humber/Ontario Real Estate Course 3 Exam with our comprehensive quiz. Dive into engaging practice questions that will enhance your understanding and readiness for the test. Elevate your confidence and get ready to ace your exam!

Practice this question and more.


To ensure structural integrity, above which component is the flue located in a wood-burning fireplace?

  1. Below the mantel

  2. Beneath the firebox

  3. Below the smoke chamber

  4. Above the smoke shelf and firebox

  5. Under the control damper

  6. Next to the chimney

The correct answer is: Above the smoke shelf and firebox

In a wood-burning fireplace, the flue is positioned above the smoke shelf and firebox to ensure proper ventilation and structural integrity. Placing the flue above these components allows for the safe and efficient removal of smoke and gases produced during combustion. Option A (Below the mantel), Option B (Beneath the firebox), Option C (Below the smoke chamber), Option E (Under the control damper), and Option F (Next to the chimney) are incorrect because these locations would not be ideal for the flue in terms of functionality and safety in a wood-burning fireplace.