29.14 - Economic and Operational Cost Analysis
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Practice Questions
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What is a cost-benefit analysis?
💡 Hint: Think about how we assess financial decisions.
What is one advantage of using robotic inspections over manual inspections?
💡 Hint: Consider how time affects cost.
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Which system has higher initial setup costs?
💡 Hint: Recall the initial costs discussed.
True or False: Robotic inspections eliminate all safety risks for human inspectors.
💡 Hint: Consider the roles humans still play.
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Develop a detailed financial plan comparing the long-term costs associated with both robotic and manual inspections for a disaster-struck area, considering labor, time efficiency, and maintenance.
💡 Hint: Focus on both direct costs and potential savings.
Explore the ethical implications of deploying robotic systems in disaster areas, considering human displacement and employment.
💡 Hint: Consider societal impacts alongside economic factors.
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