Practice - Economics of Equipment Selection
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Practice Questions
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What is haul distance?
💡 Hint: Think about how the distance impacts the efficiency of equipment.
Define rolling resistance.
💡 Hint: Consider how different surfaces might affect this concept.
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Interactive Quizzes
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Why is haul distance important in equipment selection?
💡 Hint: How far the equipment has to travel affects its performance.
True or False: Rolling resistance can vary based on the surface type.
💡 Hint: Recall the examples of hard versus soft surfaces.
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Challenge Problems
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Given a construction site with a varied terrain requiring different equipment models to operate, analyze how selecting specific machinery can impact total project costs.
💡 Hint: Consider both short-term and long-term costs.
Calculate the required power for a machine with a gross weight of 15 tons moving over a surface with a rolling resistance of 50 kg per ton and determine its effectiveness on an earthen road.
💡 Hint: Ensure you account for both rolling resistance and other factors impacting performance.
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