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1.8 - Versatile Machines

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What must be stopped when wind speeds exceed 50 km/h?

💡 Hint: Think about safety precautions.

Question 2 Easy

What type of terrain is best suited for crawler-mounted machines?

💡 Hint: Consider ground conditions.

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Question 1

What is the main hazard when operating cranes in high wind?

Increased Efficiency
Risk of Toppling
Improved Visibility

💡 Hint: Think about crane stability.

Question 2

True or False: Crawler-mounted machines are ideal for hard surfaces.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider traction requirements.

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Challenge Problems

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Challenge 1 Hard

A construction site is located in a remote area with high wind speeds and soft muddy terrain. What equipment should you select, and why?

💡 Hint: Think of the terrain and safety factors.

Challenge 2 Hard

You need to optimize the productivity of an excavation operation involving trucks and excavators. The bucket capacity of the excavator is 2 m³. Calculate the ideal truck capacity and explain your reasoning.

💡 Hint: Use the 4 to 5 times capacity rule for efficient operation.

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