Challenges of Working Without Material Estimation
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Why is it important to conduct a market survey before purchasing materials?

  • To deceive shopkeepers by overcharging
  • To avoid estimating and costing
  • To delay the completion of the project
  • To get the latest market cost of materials (correct)
  • What is emphasized as a key factor in purchasing material during the installation of a project?

  • Market surveying (correct)
  • Guesswork
  • Inexperience
  • Carelessness
  • Why should a person be fully expert in field when conducting market survey and purchasing material?

  • To avoid being deceived by shopkeepers (correct)
  • To cause delays in completion of the product
  • To decrease the quantity of material needed
  • To increase the cost of installation
  • What is the purpose of obtaining a price list from shopkeepers during a market survey?

    <p>To obtain up-to-date market rates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should the price list obtained during the market survey be considered during estimating and costing?

    <p>To ensure accurate cost estimation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can mistakes or carelessness in purchasing material without a market survey lead to?

    <p>Addition to the cost of electrical installation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to have a good estimator according to the text?

    <p>To ensure the project is completed on time and within budget</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What consequences can occur if the money is misused during material purchase?

    <p>Midway stoppage of work due to shortage of funds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect should a good estimator always consider while estimating a project?

    <p>Keeping provision for future extension</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it recommended for an estimator to inspect the ongoing project from time to time?

    <p>To ensure the project aligns with the estimate and quality standards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the essential elements of estimating and costing mentioned in the text?

    <p>Latest market cost of material</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can not having a proper estimation list affect purchasing necessary material?

    <p>'Purchasing smaller or excess quantity' due to lack of continuous work</p> Signup and view all the answers

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