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In which two brick courses are the longest dimension of the bricks placed vertically?

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The two brick courses with this characteristic are sailor and soldier.

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Name five benefits of a green roof.

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This type of roof:

1) Conserves energy
2) reduces storm runoff
3) absorbs carbon dioxide
4) filters air
5) protects the roofing membrane from environmental effects shin as ultraviolet radiation.

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What are three types of flat roofing systems?

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Three types of flat roofing systems are:

1) single ply membrane (EPDM, TPO, or PVC system)
2) built up
3) modified bitumen

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What is the term for beams used in underpinning?

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The beams used for this are called needle beams.

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In what type of environment is epoxy-coated reinforced steel used?

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This type of reinforcement is used in a corrosive environment.

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What type of joints are required in every concrete walk more than 30’ long?

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In this kind of construction, control joints at 5ft on center and expansion joints at 20’ on center are required.

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Name three types of security intrusion detection creates.

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Three types of security created by this are:

1) object protection
2) room protection
3) area and perimeter protection

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What environmental concerns are associated with polyvinyl chloride (PVC) roofing systems?

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These roofing systems are associated with environmental concerns because the material used contains plasticizers and because dioxins are released when the material is manufactured or incinerated.

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What are three common reasons to use concrete sealer?

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Three Common reasons to use this kind of coating are to:

1) protect against the penetration of water.
2) increase resistance to chemicals
3) prevent dusting of the surface

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A light shelf on a south-facing, large, high window is used to moderate which two aspects of the direct sun?

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This external design element is often used on the windows to help reduce heat gain and visual glare.

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Name five strategies used in a hot-arid climate.

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Five design strategies used in this climate are:

1) using compact forms
2) minimizing openings
3) shading openings
4) maximizing thermal mass
5) using light colors at exterior surfaces

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What is a major design consideration when photovoltaic panels are to be included in a project?

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When these panels are to be used, the architect must provide a large surface area for them to mount on.

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What is galvanic action?

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This is the corrosive process that takes place when two dissimilar metals come into contact.

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For what kind of occupancy is panic hardware required?

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This type of hardware is required on exit doors for assembly occupancies such as restaurants and theaters.

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Name two drawbacks to steel as a building material.

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Two drawbacks to this common structural material are it vulnerability to the heat of a fire and its tendency to corrode.

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What two tests are used to measure flammability of carpet?

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Two ways of measuring this are the pill test and the flooring radiant panel test.

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What feature must be installed in every electrical outlet in addition to the hot and neutral wires?

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Each of these must have a ground wire.

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What amount of water pressure is equivalent to one foot of vertical head?

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One foot of this is equivalent to 0.434 psi.

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For most occupancies, what are the minimum tread width and maximum riser height allowed by the international building code?

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For most occupancies, the international building code sets the minimum for the first for these stair elements as 11in., and the maximum for the second as 7in.

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Name two styles of wall framing using wood construction.

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Two styles of this are:

1) platform
2) balloon

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What are two common reasons for the use of double layers of gypsum board in wall construction?

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Two common reasons to use double layers of this material are to:

1) increase fire resistance
2) enhance acoustic performance

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What construction elements are required at the bottom of a brick cavity wall?

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A through wall flashing and weep holes are required at the bottom of this kind of wall.

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How far should a ramp’s handrails extend beyond the ramp at its top and bottom landings?

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Handrails should extend 12 inches beyond these access elements.

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What metal must be used for hinges on a fire-rated door?

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Hinges on doors of this type must be made of steel.

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What are the door hardware requirements for a fire-rated door assembly?

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This kind of assembly requires:

1) a labeled door and frame
2) a door closer
3) a door latch
4) ball bearing hinges

All hardware must be UL listed.

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What is a cavity wall?

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This is a wall that consists of two wythes of masonry separated by an airspace.

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Name three design strategies for resisting lateral wind forces in a wood frame building.

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Three strategies used for this purpose in the design of a wood frame building are:

1) correct building shape
2) use of a roof diaphragm
3) use of sheer walls

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What is the minimum slope required to drain a surface paved with concrete?

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A minimum slope of 1% is required on a concrete surface for this reason.

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For what type of building is lift-slab construction used?

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This kind of construction is used in multistory buildings with entire floor sections cast on the ground.

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What two characteristics of steel are increased by cold rolling?

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This increases the steels strength an elastic limit.

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What is a passive solar energy system?

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This is a system that collects, stores, and distributes energy without the use of mechanical equipment.

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How is an open web steel joist built?

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This kind of member is built in the shop by welding together a continuous steel rod or steel angles, forming the web and steel angles, and forming the chord.

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What range of pressure is used in municipal water systems?

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In municipal systems, this caries from 40 psi to 80 psi.

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Slip-forming is commonly used in the construction of two kinds of structures. What two?

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This type of concrete forming is commonly used in the construction of tunnels and the cores of high rise buildings.

35
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Under what circumstances should a homeless hydraulic elevator be used?

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This kind of elevator should be used in situations where drilling is not feasible or would be prohibitively expensive.

36
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What are two uses for type 3 cement in ready mix applications?

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This kind of cement is used for:

1) projects requiring high early strength
2) cold weather curing

37
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What is the nominal diameter of no.5 rebar?

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The nominal diameter of this rebar is 5/8”

38
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How is brick veneer supported in a multistory building?

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To support this, a steel shelf angle is anchored to the structure at every story.

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In the steel designation w18 x 36, what does the 18 represent?

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In the steel designation w18 x 36, this number is the nominal depth of the steel beam in inches.

40
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What type of elevator is commonly used in a high rise building?

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A fearless traction elevator is commonly used in this type of building.

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What two methods of tensioning are used for prestressed concrete?

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Pre-tensioning and post tensioning are two methods used to construct this type of concrete.

42
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What size increments are standard for reinforcing bars?

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This construction material is available in size increments of 1/8” in diameter.

43
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In architectural wood paneling, what is bookmatching.

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This is placing of wood panels so that the adjacent leaves form a symmetrical grain pattern.

44
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What is autoclave aerated concrete, or AAC?

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This is a lightweight precast building material made by adding aluminum powder to concrete, placing the mixture in molds, and curing it in a pressurized steam chamber.

45
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What type of pressure is a structure subjected to if it is below the water table?

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A structure under these circumstances is subjected to hydrostatic pressure.

46
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Name two properties of steel that are affected negatively if too much carbon is added.

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If too much of this element is added to steel, the steel’s strength and ductility are decreased.

47
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What are the to primary considerations when selecting allowable wood stresses?

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When selecting these, the two primary considerations are size categories and wood species.

48
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Which material has a greater construction tolerance, a steel beam or a concrete footing?

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This level of variance is greater in a concrete footing than it is in a steel beam.

49
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What is the difference between stucco and the finish material used in an exterior insulation and finish system (EIFS)?

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The first is a natural plaster made from sand, Portland cement, lime, and water. Although it can give a very similar appearance, the second is a synthetic finish coat, typically acrylic based.

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What is sick building syndrome, and what are the signs of it?

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This is a condition in which ailments affecting a number of people are associated with the building they occupy, most typically being an office building or school facility. This condition ma be present when occupants experience symptoms that are not related to a particular illness and that stop soon after they leave the building.

51
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What percentage of the wood products used in a building must come from certified forests for that building to receive LEED credit?

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For a building to receive LEED credit, this must be true of at least 50% of the wood products used in its construction.

52
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Name three common types of operable windows.

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Three common types of operable windows are:

1) double hung
2) horizontal slider
3) casement

Less common types include:

1) single hung
2) awning
3) jalousie, or louvered

53
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What are two materials often used for a cool roof system membrane?

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Membranes made from PVC or TPO can minimize heat transfer into a building, and are common choices for this type of system.

54
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What type of insulation is used in an exterior insulation and finish system (EIFS)?

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A wall system of this type uses expanded or extruded polystyrene.

55
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Why are raked joints and struck joints avoided in cold climates?

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These two type of brick joints do not shed water well and thus are vulnerable to frost damage.

56
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Which metal should be used in building construction only with steps taken to mitigate its harmful effect on people and the environment?

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When lead is used in building construction, steps should be taken to mitigate this.

57
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Name eight types of unit masonry.

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Eight types of this are:

1) brick
2) stone
3) concrete block
4) glass block
5) clay tile
6) ceramic veneer
7) gypsum block
8) terra cotta

58
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How is the U-value (overall heat transfer coefficient) related to R, thermal resistance to heat transfer?

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This value is the reciprocal of R, thermal resistance to heat transfer.

59
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How is a suspended ceiling of acoustical ceiling tile (ACT) restrained from seismic loads?

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This sort of ceiling is restrained by a rigid vertical strut to prevent uplift and by lateral braces using metal wires splayed in four directions and anchored to the structure above.

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What are two important advantages and two important disadvantages to installing a slate roof?

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Two advantages to this type of roof are its resistance to fire and its very long life expectancy. Two disadvantages are that this type of roof is expensive and very heavy.

61
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What is terra cotta?

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This building material, used for cladding, roof tiles, and ornamentation, is a clay that has been high fired.

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What are the disadvantages of aluminum as a building material?

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Three disadvantages of using this material in building are that it:

1) is capable of high heat conduction
2) has much lower strength than steel
3) can exhibit high galvanic action when exposed to other metals, especially copper

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What are the three primary methods to finishing metal?

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The three primary methods for this are:

1) chemical treatment
2) mechanical polishing
3) coating(including painting)

64
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What hardware is needed for an exterior door in a cold climate?

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A door in this situation should include hinges, a lock set, a deadbolt, a threshold, and weatherstripping.

65
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What are three common types of wood sheathing?

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Three common types of this are:

1) particle board
2) oriented strand board (OSB)
3) plywood

66
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What are three advantages of light-gage metal framing?

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This kind of framing:

1) is non combustible
2) is easy to assemble
3) will not shrink or rot

67
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Name two materials used to glaze skylights.

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These exterior units are glazed with plastic or glass.

68
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Name three reasons to use laminated glass.

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Three reasons to use laminated glass are to:

1) to control breakage
2) control sound
3) provide extra security

69
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What are three methods by which single ply roofing can be attached?

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Three ways this kind of roofing system can be attached are:

1) adhered
2) mechanically fastened
3) ballasted

70
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What type of brick is required in a sever weather climate?

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SW brick is required in this kind of climate.

71
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Why is vapor barrier used under a concrete slab on grade?q

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This is used under a concrete slab on grade to prevent migration of moisture through the slab.

72
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What is the difference between a latch set and and lock set?

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The first is hardware that allows a door to be held in place. The second is a hardware that allows a door to be locked.

73
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Wha types of glass may be used here safety and strength are concerns?

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Tempered glass or laminate glass may be used when these factors are concerns.

74
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What negative impact can result from value engineering?

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Reducing costs by reducing quality can result from this activity.

75
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At what stage of the project is the parameter method most useful to refine a project budget?

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This method of project budgeting is best employed during design development and the early phases of construction documentation.

76
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How does matrix costing work?

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This project costing method uses a matrix to break down elements of a project into items that are compared for their cost effectiveness and efficiency.

77
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When do contractors use the unit cost method?

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This method is used to establish a bid or a negotiated price.

78
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How does a life-cycle cost analysis differ from a life-cycle assessment?

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The first evaluates the alternative and their costs in present time, while the second analyzes the impact of the system or product over a period of time.

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To use cost information effectively, an architect should apply what index?

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A regional index should be applied to the national average for this information to be useful.

80
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Profit is a percentage of what four items?

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The four items used to calculate this cost item are:

1) labor
2) materials
3) equipment
4) overhead

ARE 5.0 - Division 4 - PPD (1 decks)

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