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Q: A contractor will front-end load a project to _______. a. Improve the owner's cash flow b. Increase owner retainage c. Offset project mobilization costs d. Allow for increased product discounts e. All of the above

Q: The ______ has the final say in decisions regarding local codes, a. Building inspector b. Construction manager c. Project architect d. Owner

Q: Land acquisition is normally the responsibility of the _________. a. Owner b. Architect c. Project manager d. All of the above

Q: Match the terms listed with their description. Terms may be used only once. a. Request for information b. Contract force report c. Field transmittal memos d. Contract status report e. Notice to proceed 1 ____ Indicates number of people and equipment on job 2 ____ Shows outputs from cost/schedule engineering; compares actual to budget 3 ____ Submitted for clarification 4 ____ Documents official start of project 5 ____ Tracks submittals

Q: Match the terms listed with their description. Terms may be used only once. a. Invitation to bid b. Specifications and drawings c. Owner-furnished items d. Construction schedule e. General conditions 1 ____ Might include water, sanitation, or storage areas 2 ____ States requirements and procedures for responsive bid 3 ____ Shows scheduled milestones and relationships among work packages 4 ____ Defines technical requirements of job, scope, and quality 5 ____ Defines conditions applicable to all contracts awarded

Q: Match the type of schedule listed with the description following. Schedule types may be used more than once. a. Activity on arrow (AOA) b. Activity on node (AON) c. Matrix d. Bar chart 1 ____ Graphically the simplest 2 ____ Graphic style makes it adaptable to high-rise construction 3 ____ Utilizes i-j notation 4 ____ Could also be termed precedent notation 5 ____ Would be used for a summary report to the owner

Q: Match the letter in the project control chart shown in the figure with the corresponding item in the following. 1 ____ Home office: Estimating, scheduling, and engineering 2 ____ External factors 3 ____ Historical information: Data base for future projects 4____ Upper management: Final decisions and revisions before implementation 5____Field operations: The work site

Q: Which curve listed would best serve as the basis for a contractor's accounts payable (A/P)?a. Costb. Productionc. Schedule of valuesd. Cash requirementse. Income

Q: A construction network schedule shows _____________. a. The order in which construction tasks must be completed b. Which construction tasks can be done together c. Which construction tasks must follow other operations d. All of the above

Q: Which of the following would be considered an external factor that might affect a project's success? a. Weather b. Economic disturbance c. Labor dispute d. All of the above

Q: The ________ is the maximum amount of time an activity can be delayed without extending the overall project completion time. a. Duration b. Float c. Critical path d. None of the above

Q: Which of the following would not be classified as a direct cost? a. Safety and first aid expenses b. Finishing labor for a concrete slab c. Materials for a structural steel frame d. Foundation excavation equipment expenses e. None of the above

Q: A (An) _________is a systematic classification and categorization of all work or cost items pertaining to a particular project. a. Network schedule b. Cost code c. Distribution code d. Estimate e. None of the above

Q: The CSI Masterformat 2004 includes _______divisions. a. 50 b. 12 c. 8 d. 6

Q: Which of the following is not typically a support staff responsibility? a. Accounting b. Marketing c. Field supervision d. None of the above

Q: The____________ type of organizational structure can be described as a "two-boss" system. a. Generalist b. Departmental c. Matrix d. None of the above

Q: General conditions and home office overhead are examples of what type of costs? a. Direct b. Indirect c. Both A and B d. None of the above

Q: The ________section of a bid package defines the technical requirements, scope, and quality of the project. a. Construction contract b. General conditions c. Special conditions d. Specifications, addenda, and drawings

Q: The _________ section of a bid package identifies when and where to present the bid. a. Bid form b. Invitation to bid c. Construction contract d. Bid breakdown

Q: What is (are) the benefits of meeting with local contractors prior to developing a project bid package? a. Determine bidder interest b. Learn about local trade jurisdictions c. Learn about local building codes d. Determine labor availability e. All of the above

Q: What term(s) is (are) used to describe the extra time that might be included in an construction activity? a. Lag b. Float c. Slack d. Lead e. Both B and C

Q: The ______estimate would be prepared during a project's conceptual phase. a. Rough order of magnitude b. Fair cost c. Definitive d. Bid

Q: Which conclusion is correct based on the following figure? a. Get good professional advice early in a project. b. As time passes, implementing a change becomes increasingly expensive. c. The best value engineering opportunities occur early in a project. d. All of the above

Q: The construction manager prepares a -estimate for the purposes of evaluation, subcontractor bids, productivity analysis, and so on. a. Definitive b. Bid c. Fair cost d. All of the above

Q: Which of the estimates listed would occur last in a project time line? a. Rough order of magnitude b. Square foot estimate c. Bid estimate d. Assemblies estimate

Q: Owner involvement is highest during which project phase? a. Construction b. Engineering and design c. Concept and feasibility d. Procurement e. None of the above

Q: The ____type of schedule is graphically simple, easily understood, and accepted by the construction industry. a. Progress curve b. Matrix c. Bar chart d. None of the above

Q: The process of identifying and evaluating contractors for a bid list is called ______. a. Prequalification b. Forecasting c. Fast tracking d. None of the above

Q: Time sheets and equipment use reports are examples of ________. a. Information sent from management to the field b. Information sent from the field to the home office c. Information gathered for future use d. Both B and C e. None of the above

Q: Value engineering can best be described as ________. a. An ongoing process in the life of a project b. A design exercise c. Only done when bidding trade work d. Seldom worth the effort e. Both B and C

Q: Cost control can be approached as an application of Pareto's law, which states that _____percent of a project's outcome is determined by______ percent of the included elements.a. 50; 50b. 40; 60c. 70; 30d. 80;20e. 25;75

Q: The ___________ section of the bid package might include information concerning provisions for water and other utilities, sanitation equipment, or storage areas. a. Construction contract b. Owner-furnished items c. General conditions d. None of the above

Q: In preparing an estimate, ______________costs account for vacation time, sick days, and so on. a. Base wage b. Fringe benefits c. Wage premiums d. None of the above

Q: In which of the design phases listed would cost savings ideas be most easily implemented and have the greatest potential for project cost savings? a. Conceptual b. Detailed design c. Procurement d. All phases have equal potential

Q: In reporting, a variance can best be described as _________. a. Correct information in the proper form b. A method for providing information on time c. A difference from a planned amount d. None of the above

Q: Learning curve and work schedule studies would be used in estimating the _______ of an estimate. a. Money component b. Productivity component c. Both A and B d. None of the above

Q: Identify the person responsible for the following aspects of a project. a. Owner b. Architect c. Construction manager d. All involved 1 _____ Financing 2 _____ Value engineering 3 _____ Drawings and specifications 4 _____ Prequalification of specialty subcontractors

Q: Identify in which listed project phase each following project activity would normally occur. Use each phase once only. a. Design development b. Construction documents c. Bidding and award d. Construction e. Project closeout 1 _____ Submit as-built drawings 2 _____ Approve trade contractor progress payments 3 _____ Identify long-lead items 4 _____ Finalize permit procedural flow 5 _____ Prepare addenda for pricing

Q: Identify in which listed project phase each following project activity would normally occur. Use each phase once only. a. Conceptual planning b. Schematic design c. Design development d. Construction documents e. Bidding and award 1 _____ Evaluate and finalize mechanical and electrical systems 2 _____ Review and recommend trade contracts with owner 3 _____ Describe owner's objectives 4 _____ Analyze alternative schemes and conduct engineering analysis 5 _____Prequalify trade contractors

Q: Which of the following is true of a GMP contract? a. GMP is the same as a lump sum bid b. The contractor passes all costs to the owner up to a predetermined maximum c. The owner assumes all project risk d. The construction manager assumes all project risk e. None of the above

Q: Career opportunities as a construction professional would not include ________. a. Estimator b. Scheduler c. Field superintendent d. Specification writer e. Purchasing agent

Q: A good construction manager has strong _______ skills. a. Technical b. Personal c. Managerial d. Negotiation e. All of the above

Q: The advantage(s) of a Design/Bid/Build contractual arrangement is (are) _______ . a. Reduced project time b. Non-adversary relationships among participants c. Known project cost before construction d. All of the above

Q: Construction management is superior to Design/Bid/Build approaches at addressing which of the following concerns? a. Increased government regulations b. Larger projects c. Increased organizational size d. Increased organizational complexity e. All of the above

Q: Value engineering can best be described as ____________. a. Reducing cost by reducing quality b. Getting the best value for the least cost c. Reducing scope to achieve budget d. Reorganizing the project team to achieve the greatest efficiency e. None of the above

Q: The developer of a 40-story high-rise office building desires the shortest possible construction time. What contractual arrangement would be best? a. Construction management b. Design/ build c. Design/ bid/ build d. Either A or B e. None of the above

Q: The term fast track means __________. a. Design/ build b. Construction starts before the design is complete c. Cost plus fixed fee d. None of the above

Q: Which category of construction would typically be contracted out as design/build?a. Residentialb. Building constructionc. Industriald. Heavy construction

Q: One advantage of a Design/Bid/Build delivery method is known project costs before construction begins.

Q: If an owner has only a fixed amount to spend and would not build a project if its cost would exceed this amount, construction management would be the preferred delivery method.

Q: A structural engineer is responsible for locating a building on a site and identifying tlie correct setbacks and elevations.

Q: Unlike the high-technology industry, the construction industry does not place much emphasis on R & D.

Q: In a guaranteed maximum price contract, costs above the guarantee are absorbed by the owner.

Q: In comparison to other industries, the construction industry is high in assets.

Q: In the construction management approach, the construction manger usually guarantees the overall price and quality of the work.

Q: In the construction industry of the future, there will likely be a decreased requirement for permits and regulations.

Q: In the case of design/build, the constructor acts as a general contractor with single-firm control of all subcontractors.

Q: One advantage of the design/build approach is that usually a firm project cost is established before construction begins.

Q: A toolbox meeting is a formal meeting, typically conducted by the safety officer, and usually held monthly.

Q: How materials are received, how debris is disposed of, and how everyday workers and visitors circulate throughout the job site are major factors in a job's safety program.

Q: The conduct of safe on-site construction operations is important to owners and designers for which of the following reasons? a. Construction accidents tarnish the image of all involved, even those only indirectly involved. b. Owners and designers, often frequent visitors to the job site, are legally required to stop any unsafe operations they are aware of. c. Owners are also regulated by OSHA. d. Owners and designers who wear the proper safety gear on ajob send a positive safety message to the workers. e. All of the above

Q: The primary reason for the thorough investigation of an accident or a "near miss" is to compile adequate information in the event of a lawsuit.

Q: MSDS are for a. Employee training and orientation b. Fall protection c. Safety enforcement d. Hazard communication e. Fire protection

Q: Hazard elimination is the sole focus of any comprehensive safety program.

Q: Money spent on accident prevention should be viewed as an investment.

Q: Insurance companies utilize a construction company's EMR to determine which of the following insurance premiums? a. Hazard b. Property c. Workers' compensation d. Fire e. None of the above

Q: OSHA is a federal agency that governs safety within all businesses with additional, specific regulations for construction.

Q: Which of the following explains why construction projects are inherently dangerous? a. Each job site has its own particular methods of operation, depending on the superintendent and foreman. b. Crew makeup is continually changing. c. The location of unsafe conditions continually change. d. Construction practices and procedures change from job to job. e. All of the above

Q: What is the term for the empanelling of a team of professionals on a project early for the purpose of providing assistance in the early stages of dispute? These professionals often issue decisions, though not binding, may be accepted by the parties. a. Alternative dispute resolution b. Dispute resolution board e. Mediation d. Partnering e. None of the above

Q: A(n) _____ is an order by the court prohibiting one party from taking certain actions such as commencing work on a construction project. a. punitive delay b. stop work order c. injunction d. local statute e. none of the above

Q: The statue of frauds requires that certain contracts, such as wills, be in writing.

Q: All parties to a contract must have the capacity to contract. That means that they must a. be of legal age. b. be of sound mind. c. have the financial wherewithal. d. have signed a tender offer. e. a and b only.

Q: A contract may be written or oral, but is only formed when there is an offer to do something that is accepted by another party and is supported by consideration.

Q: In general slander is an untrue written statement causing damage to another, while libel is an untrue oral statement.

Q: A establishes a specific time frame in which a lawsuit must occur. After this milestone is reached a designer or contractor's liability ends and no legal action can take place. a. Statue of Limitations b. Statue of Repose c. Liquidated damage clause d. Business Tort e. None of the above

Q: The court of final appeal is usually the Supreme Court.

Q: The purpose of a __________ is to provide leverage to a trade contractor to receive payment for goods and services provided in the construction of a building project. a. Building code b. Builder's license c. Business Tort d. Mechanics' Lien

Q: Which of the listed methods of dispute resolution is nonbinding? a. Litigation b. Negotiation c. Arbitration d. Mediation e. All of the above

Q: Contractors should expect an extension of time, but no additional payment, for an excusable delay such as one caused by unusually harsh weather.

Q: Which listed procedure should be followed to accomplish a change in work that must be executed immediately? a. The designer should immediately provide supplemental instructions to the contractor b. The owner should immediately request a proposal, then promptly negotiate the necessary change. c. A change directive should be provided to the contractor by the construction manager or owner. d. The contractor should anticipate the need for the change, do the work, then request appropriate payment. e. None of the above