COSC 275: Exam 1 Palmer EXAM 2026
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
1.Estimating - Correct answer-The process of determining the anticipated cost of
materials, labor, and equipment of a proposed project.
Take-Off - Correct answer-The process in which detailed lists are compiled, based
on drawings and specifications, of all the material and equipment necessary to
construct a project. The cost estimator uses this list to calculate how much it will
cost to build the project.
Quantities - Correct answer-Measured amounts of construction items expressed in
their customary units.
Quantification - Correct answer-In estimating an activity to translate project scope
information into resource quantities suitable for costing. In the engineering and
construction industry, a takeoff is a specific type of quantification that is a
measurement and listing of quantities of materials from drawings.
Quantity Survey - Correct answer-A detailed analysis of material and equipment
required to construct a project.
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, Area - Correct answer-A measurement of a given planar region or of the surface of
a solid
Area Method - Correct answer-A construction cost estimating system employing
unit square foot costs multiplied by the adjusted gross floor area of a building.
Length - Correct answer-The longest dimension of an object
Linear Measurement - Correct answer-A unit or system of units for measuring
length: 12" = 1', 3' = 1 yard, 1 yard = 0.9144 meters, 1 mile = 5,280 feet.
Dimension - Correct answer-A distance between two points, lines, or planes.
Specifications (SPECS) - Correct answer-Documents that define the qualitative
requirements for products, materials, and workmanship upon which the contract
for construction is based
Drawings - Correct answer-Graphic illustrations depicting the dimensions, design,
and location of a project. Generally including plans, elevations, details, diagrams,
schedules, and sections.
Addendums - Correct answer-A document describing an addition, change,
correction, or modification to contract documents. Issued by the design
professional during the bidding period or prior to the award of contract, and is the
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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
1.Estimating - Correct answer-The process of determining the anticipated cost of
materials, labor, and equipment of a proposed project.
Take-Off - Correct answer-The process in which detailed lists are compiled, based
on drawings and specifications, of all the material and equipment necessary to
construct a project. The cost estimator uses this list to calculate how much it will
cost to build the project.
Quantities - Correct answer-Measured amounts of construction items expressed in
their customary units.
Quantification - Correct answer-In estimating an activity to translate project scope
information into resource quantities suitable for costing. In the engineering and
construction industry, a takeoff is a specific type of quantification that is a
measurement and listing of quantities of materials from drawings.
Quantity Survey - Correct answer-A detailed analysis of material and equipment
required to construct a project.
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, Area - Correct answer-A measurement of a given planar region or of the surface of
a solid
Area Method - Correct answer-A construction cost estimating system employing
unit square foot costs multiplied by the adjusted gross floor area of a building.
Length - Correct answer-The longest dimension of an object
Linear Measurement - Correct answer-A unit or system of units for measuring
length: 12" = 1', 3' = 1 yard, 1 yard = 0.9144 meters, 1 mile = 5,280 feet.
Dimension - Correct answer-A distance between two points, lines, or planes.
Specifications (SPECS) - Correct answer-Documents that define the qualitative
requirements for products, materials, and workmanship upon which the contract
for construction is based
Drawings - Correct answer-Graphic illustrations depicting the dimensions, design,
and location of a project. Generally including plans, elevations, details, diagrams,
schedules, and sections.
Addendums - Correct answer-A document describing an addition, change,
correction, or modification to contract documents. Issued by the design
professional during the bidding period or prior to the award of contract, and is the
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