4 - Merits and Demerits of Equipment Types
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What defines standard equipment in construction?
💡 Hint: Think about what most construction sites use regularly.
Name one advantage of using special equipment.
💡 Hint: Consider why a specific job might need a custom solution.
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What is a major advantage of standard equipment over special equipment?
💡 Hint: Think about the ease of access to common machinery.
True or false: Special equipment is usually cheaper than standard equipment.
💡 Hint: Consider the factors that contribute to higher costs.
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Given a project requiring both excavation and tunneling, discuss whether standard or special equipment should be prioritized and why.
💡 Hint: Consider the nuances of each task's requirements.
Analyze a situation where relying solely on standard equipment lead to project delays.
💡 Hint: Think about cases where one type of equipment can't suffice.
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