Practice Factors Affecting Repair Costs (4.3.2) - Construction Methods and Equipment Management
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Factors Affecting Repair Costs

Practice - Factors Affecting Repair Costs

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Question 1 Easy

What is the primary difference between operating costs and ownership costs?

💡 Hint: Think about whether the costs happen when the equipment is in use or not.

Question 2 Easy

Name one component included in operating costs.

💡 Hint: These costs are directly related to using the equipment.

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Question 1

What does operating cost include?

Fuel
Wages
Maintenance
Purchase Price
Depreciation
Insurance
Registration

💡 Hint: Remember which costs apply only when the equipment is in use.

Question 2

True or False: Major repairs are typically included under operating costs.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about the difference between significant and minor repairs.

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Challenge 1 Hard

A construction company operates two identical backhoes, one in a quarry and the other in a park setting. Calculate the potential differences in operating costs over one month assessing repair and consumables.

💡 Hint: Consider the types of jobs both backhoes are actually completing.

Challenge 2 Hard

Analyze a scenario where equipment ages rapidly due to constant heavy-duty use. How would you approach estimating future repair costs and mitigating potential issues?

💡 Hint: Reflect on Maintenance schedules and recording practices.

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