Practice - Construction Methods and Equipment Management
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Practice Questions
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Define owning costs in construction equipment management.
💡 Hint: Consider costs that come with ownership beyond just buying.
What is the importance of the economic life of a machine?
💡 Hint: Think about the costs related to retention versus replacement.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What factors influence the selection of construction equipment?
💡 Hint: Consider what each factor represents in project context.
True or False: The straight-line depreciation method can lead to higher early-stage expenses compared to the declining balance method.
💡 Hint: Reflect on how rates affect financial assessments.
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Challenge Problems
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A contractor is budgeting for a new excavator. They estimate initial costs at $120,000, with projected maintenance of $15,000 annually for five years. At what point should they evaluate the equipment for replacement based on economic life?
💡 Hint: Consider total costs versus expected work output.
Analyze the implications of overestimating equipment operation costs on a construction project's overall budgeting and bidding process.
💡 Hint: Reflect on market situation and the importance of accuracy in your bids.
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