1.2 - Truck vs Scraper for Hauling
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Practice Questions
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What is a truck used for?
💡 Hint: Think of general transport vehicles.
For hauling earth up to 1000 meters, which equipment can be economical?
💡 Hint: It's a machine designed to scrape up materials.
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What type of equipment is best for hauling over 1000 meters?
💡 Hint: Consider the distance when selecting equipment.
True or False: Scrapers are better than trucks for very short hauling distances.
💡 Hint: Think about efficiency in relation to distance.
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Given a job site with rocky terrain that requires hauling 900 meters of earth, what machine should you choose, and why?
💡 Hint: Think about the terrain and distance together.
Explain how a poorly maintained haul road can affect the overall project timeline and budget.
💡 Hint: Consider productivity and cost dynamics.
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