Practice Life Cycle Costing - 11.8.2 | 11. Durability of Concrete | Concrete Technology
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11.8.2 - Life Cycle Costing

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What does LCC stand for?

💡 Hint: Think of the total expenses involved over time.

Question 2

Easy

Why is durable concrete important in LCC?

💡 Hint: Consider how often repairs are needed for lasting structures.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What does LCC focus on?

  • Initial Costs Only
  • Total Costs Over Life
  • Short-term Costs

💡 Hint: Think about expenses incurred from start to finish.

Question 2

True or False: Higher initial costs of durable materials always lead to higher life cycle costs.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider the long-term perspective.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Consider a city planning a new bridge. They can either use standard or high-performance concrete. Calculate how much more they expect to pay upfront and the possible savings over ten years in maintenance.

💡 Hint: Consider rates of maintenance costs for both options.

Question 2

Analyze the sustainability impact of using reclaimed concrete aggregates in new mixes versus traditional aggregates. How would this affect the lifecycle perspective?

💡 Hint: Think about how long each type lasts and what happens at the end of most concrete’s lifecycle.

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