4.1 - Loosening the Material
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Practice Questions
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What is the first step in the earthmoving operation?
💡 Hint: Think about what makes digging easier.
Why is it important to select the right equipment?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens if the equipment is not suited to the task.
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What is the main purpose of loosening material in earthmoving?
💡 Hint: Think about the ease of digging.
True or False: The selection of equipment is solely based on the type of material to be moved.
💡 Hint: Consider all aspects of the project.
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You are tasked with excavating a site with a haul distance of 1500 meters. Discuss the challenges you might face and the type of equipment you would select.
💡 Hint: Consider both the material type and necessary equipment capacity.
Evaluate the implications of choosing incorrect equipment for a project requiring soft ground excavation.
💡 Hint: Think about the effect of the equipment's footprint on various surface types.
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