UA Foreman Training Course Test Questions
and Answers
Question 1
Once a system or process has been in place, a (blank) will be true and faithful to the
system even though other ideas may be presented
Correct Answer
(DISC System) Steady
Question 2
The single most important distinction in problem solving is the subtle difference
between (blank) and (blank).
Correct Answer
position and interest
Question 3
The most common reason a negotiation fails is lack of (blank) and (blank)
Correct Answer
preparation and organization
Question 4
The UA is dedicated to doing the best job possible, upholding its motto
Correct Answer
"We do it right the first time"
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,Question 5
(blank) is cost incurred, per hour of labor, for costs that are directly associated with a
specific project.
Correct Answer
Project labor overhead
Question 6
gross margin is
Correct Answer
sales minus all costs
Question 7
The employer ultimately is responsible for the implementation of workplace
inspections under the OSHA Act and may designate a(n) "(blank)" to perform such
inspections.
Correct Answer
competent person
Question 8
The (blank) method uses the activities identified in the labor plan and orders them
sequentially, as to when the will be performed
Correct Answer
critical path
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,Question 9
(blank) is a type of change that is the result of some action by the customer, usually
as a result of an error or addition.
Correct Answer
Constructive change
Question 1
Should you install material or equipment before it has been approved, even
though it is in the spec?
Correct Answer
No
Question 2
The magnitude of work that must be done to complete a job
Correct Answer
Scope
Question 3
What should always be your first priority in planning?
Correct Answer
Safety
Question 4
What is the difference between gross margin and profit
Correct Answer
Gross margin is the dollar difference.
Profit is gross margin less overhead costs
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, Question 5
Is there one I deal leadership style?
Correct Answer
No
Question 6
Scale in managing negotiations, and handling people, so that there is little or
no conflict
Correct Answer
Diplomacy
Question 7
What is an example of general overhead cost
Correct Answer
Home office expenses
Question 8
What are some factors that motivate workers?
Correct Answer
Quickly act on coaching opportunities, safe worksite, great planning,
recognition, exceptional communication
Question 9
A sample, manufactures #DATA, shop drawing, or other such items submitted
to the owner or the design professional by the contractor, in accordance with
the contract documents, for the purpose of establishing the contractors in tent
in completing some portion of the work for which the contractor seeks
approval or other action
Correct Answer
Submittal
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and Answers
Question 1
Once a system or process has been in place, a (blank) will be true and faithful to the
system even though other ideas may be presented
Correct Answer
(DISC System) Steady
Question 2
The single most important distinction in problem solving is the subtle difference
between (blank) and (blank).
Correct Answer
position and interest
Question 3
The most common reason a negotiation fails is lack of (blank) and (blank)
Correct Answer
preparation and organization
Question 4
The UA is dedicated to doing the best job possible, upholding its motto
Correct Answer
"We do it right the first time"
Page 1 of 37
,Question 5
(blank) is cost incurred, per hour of labor, for costs that are directly associated with a
specific project.
Correct Answer
Project labor overhead
Question 6
gross margin is
Correct Answer
sales minus all costs
Question 7
The employer ultimately is responsible for the implementation of workplace
inspections under the OSHA Act and may designate a(n) "(blank)" to perform such
inspections.
Correct Answer
competent person
Question 8
The (blank) method uses the activities identified in the labor plan and orders them
sequentially, as to when the will be performed
Correct Answer
critical path
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,Question 9
(blank) is a type of change that is the result of some action by the customer, usually
as a result of an error or addition.
Correct Answer
Constructive change
Question 1
Should you install material or equipment before it has been approved, even
though it is in the spec?
Correct Answer
No
Question 2
The magnitude of work that must be done to complete a job
Correct Answer
Scope
Question 3
What should always be your first priority in planning?
Correct Answer
Safety
Question 4
What is the difference between gross margin and profit
Correct Answer
Gross margin is the dollar difference.
Profit is gross margin less overhead costs
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, Question 5
Is there one I deal leadership style?
Correct Answer
No
Question 6
Scale in managing negotiations, and handling people, so that there is little or
no conflict
Correct Answer
Diplomacy
Question 7
What is an example of general overhead cost
Correct Answer
Home office expenses
Question 8
What are some factors that motivate workers?
Correct Answer
Quickly act on coaching opportunities, safe worksite, great planning,
recognition, exceptional communication
Question 9
A sample, manufactures #DATA, shop drawing, or other such items submitted
to the owner or the design professional by the contractor, in accordance with
the contract documents, for the purpose of establishing the contractors in tent
in completing some portion of the work for which the contractor seeks
approval or other action
Correct Answer
Submittal
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