3.2 - Special Equipment
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Practice Questions
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What defines special equipment in construction?
💡 Hint: Think about the customization of machine functions.
Name one advantage of standard equipment.
💡 Hint: Consider what happens if it breaks down.
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What is special equipment?
💡 Hint: Think about equipment tailored for specific needs.
True or False: Standard equipment always has a higher resale value than special equipment.
💡 Hint: Consider the uniqueness of special equipment.
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Challenge Problems
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A construction firm is tasked to decide between a specialized piece of machinery that costs $250,000 and a general-purpose machine for $150,000. What factors should they analyze in terms of economic viability?
💡 Hint: Think about how many jobs can benefit from the special machinery.
Given two project scenarios: one requires heavy excavation on rocky terrain, and the other requires minor trenching in soft soil, which equipment would you choose for each and why?
💡 Hint: Reflect on how equipment suitability must match project demands.
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