Question 1 points
The first step to using the average end area method is to
Question options:
determine where the cut and fill are located on the site.
select a station to be the average end area cross-section.
define the boundary limits of the site.
draw a cross-section at each station line.
Question 2 points
The footprint of the building is shown below. External dimensions are 29'0" x 40'0". Use 5'0" to
compensate the accuracy and slope. Assuming the topsoil to be removed is 10" thick, determine
the quantity of topsoil to be removed and stockpiled. Answer should be in cubic yards.
Question options:
47 cy
1,275 cy
369 cy
41 cy
Question 3 points
Which of the following is a true statement about asphalt paving?
Question options:
, It is calculated in square feet or square yards, and the thickness is not important.
Subcontractor quotes generally include just the asphalt paving and not the gravel subbase course or other items.
It is generally provided by a subcontractor because of the specialized equipment required.
It can be performed throughout the year; therefore, the schedule is not a consideration when estimating asphalt.
Question 4 points
The estimator should always check the specifications because the specifications will define
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which subcontractor will perform various parts of the contract with respect to earthwork.
the soil and water conditions the contractor will encounter.
the quantity of earth to be removed.
the extent of the work covered by the contract.
Question 5 points
Dewatering on a construction project site is
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almost always the responsibility of the contractor.
not dependent upon the time of year in which the project is to be built.
considered the removal of ground water and generally does not include surface water or rain.
generally a minor consideration in earthwork and does not add significantly to the bid price.
Question 6 points
The first step to using the average end area method is to
Question options:
determine where the cut and fill are located on the site.
select a station to be the average end area cross-section.
define the boundary limits of the site.
draw a cross-section at each station line.
Question 2 points
The footprint of the building is shown below. External dimensions are 29'0" x 40'0". Use 5'0" to
compensate the accuracy and slope. Assuming the topsoil to be removed is 10" thick, determine
the quantity of topsoil to be removed and stockpiled. Answer should be in cubic yards.
Question options:
47 cy
1,275 cy
369 cy
41 cy
Question 3 points
Which of the following is a true statement about asphalt paving?
Question options:
, It is calculated in square feet or square yards, and the thickness is not important.
Subcontractor quotes generally include just the asphalt paving and not the gravel subbase course or other items.
It is generally provided by a subcontractor because of the specialized equipment required.
It can be performed throughout the year; therefore, the schedule is not a consideration when estimating asphalt.
Question 4 points
The estimator should always check the specifications because the specifications will define
Question options:
which subcontractor will perform various parts of the contract with respect to earthwork.
the soil and water conditions the contractor will encounter.
the quantity of earth to be removed.
the extent of the work covered by the contract.
Question 5 points
Dewatering on a construction project site is
Question options:
almost always the responsibility of the contractor.
not dependent upon the time of year in which the project is to be built.
considered the removal of ground water and generally does not include surface water or rain.
generally a minor consideration in earthwork and does not add significantly to the bid price.
Question 6 points
