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@dbollen The references indicated for this question were more for general HVAC knowledge and how the various components relate to a mechanical flow diagram and other drawings types; but you’re right, I don’t see specific mechanical flow diagrams in any of the NCARB-recommended references.
I did a quick search and found this resource, which does a great job explaining the purpose of a mechanical flow diagram and what it entails, as well as providing an example of one: ** Mechanical Flow Diagram - an overview | ScienceDirect Topics .**
For this type of question, using a process of elimination is a great strategy if you didn’t know exactly what a mechanical flow diagram was right away. If you could easily eliminate fan coil mounting heights and diffuser locations based on your general knowledge/experience of construction documents, you’d be left with your four correct answer choices.
Hope this helps!
Kiara Galicinao, AIA, NCARB
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