Practice - Fuel Consumption Factors
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Practice Questions
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What are operating costs?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens when a machine operates.
List two factors affecting fuel consumption.
💡 Hint: Think about what can change when using machinery.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What are operating costs?
💡 Hint: Think about costs associated with running equipment.
Fuel consumption generally increases with higher horsepower.
💡 Hint: Relate horsepower to power output and usage.
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Challenge Problems
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A bulldozer with 200 HP operates for 5 hours at full power (50 liters/hour) and for another 3 hours at 75% efficiency. Calculate the total fuel consumption.
💡 Hint: Break down the calculation between full power and reduced efficiency.
Discuss how varying job types (like rocky vs sand terrain) influences the decision between two different types of equipment. How does it affect costs and operational efficiency?
💡 Hint: Consider the relationship between equipment choice and job requirements.
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