Practice Analysis of 5 Scrapers - 1.1 | 10. Introduction to Scraper Economics | Construction Engineering & Management - Vol 2
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Question 1

Easy

Define what a scraper does in construction.

💡 Hint: Consider its role in material handling.

Question 2

Easy

What is cycle time?

💡 Hint: Think of the entire operation process.

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Question 1

What is the primary function of scrapers in construction?

  • Loading soil
  • Transporting cement
  • Excavating foundations

💡 Hint: Think about the materials typically handled by these machines.

Question 2

True or False: Having more scrapers always reduces production costs.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider the relationship between cost, efficiency, and productivity.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Given that four scrapers yield a production of 500 bcm per hour and the cost per cubic meter is ₹50. Calculate the new cost per cubic meter if the number of scrapers is increased to six and output increases by 20%.

💡 Hint: Think of how the productivity increases impacts the overall cost.

Question 2

If the hourly cost of operating a scraper is ₹4500 and a pusher is ₹5600, calculate the total operational cost if you are using 5 scrapers and 1 pusher for one hour.

💡 Hint: Break down each component of the operational cost for clarity.

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