1.1 - Power Floats and Power Trowels
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Practice Questions
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What is a power float?
💡 Hint: Think about machines used for finishing.
How can the productivity of manual finishing be compared to using power trowels?
💡 Hint: Consider the square meters achieved by each method.
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What is the maximum productivity of a power trowel in square meters?
💡 Hint: Think about how machines can work faster than people.
True or False: Power trowels are not effective for achieving a smooth concrete surface.
💡 Hint: Consider what these machines are used for.
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Challenge Problems
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You have a concrete area of 500 square meters to finish. Estimate how long it would take to use a power trowel versus manual methods. Justify your reasoning with calculations.
💡 Hint: Think about the productivity rates discussed.
A construction site has mixed reviews about using power trowels for small areas. Discuss the pros and cons considering time versus finish quality.
💡 Hint: Consider the efficiency of using machines over manual labor.
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