Communication in Construction Industry Quiz

Communication in Construction Industry Quiz

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What is the appropriate use of texting as a means of communication in the construction industry?

As a means of easily and effectively documenting communication

When a subcontractor identifies a significant discrepancy between architectural and structural drawings, what is the most appropriate action to take?

Draft a change order proposal and arrange a meeting with the design team and owner to resolve the conflict

In the context of the text provided, when should meeting minutes be distributed to the participants?

About one day after the meeting

What role does texting play in providing formal direction in the construction industry according to the text?

<p>Inappropriate for formal direction</p> Signup and view all the answers

When encountering a discrepancy between architectural and structural drawings, what should be done before taking any further action?

<p>Seek clarification from relevant parties like the design team or owner</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what situations is it acceptable to use texting for communication in the construction industry according to the text?

<p>When explicitly allowed in the project contract</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason provided in the text for designers to not rule on their own work?

<p>Perceptions are more important than reality</p> Signup and view all the answers

As a person moves up an organizational chart, which skills generally increase?

<p>Analysis skills</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the construction project scenario, what is the correct completion date for the contractor after five days lost due to rain?

<p>August 20th the following year</p> Signup and view all the answers

What impact does a designer inspecting a building and creating a punch list have on the flooring contractor in the scenario?

<p>They installed inferior carpet</p> Signup and view all the answers

What consequence arises if a designer renders an opinion on their own work?

<p>Error and omissions insurance being voided</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do duties typically change for a person moving up an organizational chart?

<p>Analysis skills increase and communication skills increase</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of equipment would be most useful for a superintendent to lay out the perimeter strip footings, batter boards, and utility lines?

<p>Total station</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common grade percentage found on U.S. highways?

<p>4%</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action would be appropriate if topographical lines are very close together at the north boundary of a project site?

<p>Bring in additional fine grade fill</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which contract document would be inappropriate for addressing material costs, labor units, rental equipment, and taxes?

<p>Purchase order</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the Subcontract Agreement clause described, under which category does it fall?

<p>Flow down</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a contractor is involved in preparing a site logistics plan, which action would be least likely to address close topographical lines at the project site?

<p>Bringing in additional surveying equipment</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the total volume (in cubic yards) of Shape 1 and Shape 2 combined?

<p>350.99 cy</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of BUDGETING, COSTS, AND COST CONTROL, what is the result of 2,499 multiplied by 0.241?

<p>609</p> Signup and view all the answers

In PLANNING, SCHEDULING, AND SCHEDULE CONTROL, if ES next - EF equals 2, what should EF be if ES next is 6?

<p>5</p> Signup and view all the answers

For CONSTRUCTION SAFETY, what is the correct value for option 76.A?

<p>Safety protocols must be followed to prevent accidents.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In CONSTRUCTION GEOMATICS, what is the result of 105.42 minus 96.00?

<p>9.42 ft</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the information provided in PROJECT ADMINISTRATION, what is excluded from purchase orders?

<p>Labor</p> Signup and view all the answers

For an unconditioned warehouse in Chicago containing Type A combustibles like paper and wood, which fire protection system would be most suitable?

<p>Dry pipe system</p> Signup and view all the answers

If an owner wants to fast-track a construction project, which project delivery method would best support this process?

<p>Design-build</p> Signup and view all the answers

For a project involving pressure grouting a sinkhole at an existing building, which type of contract would be most appropriate?

<p>Unit price</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a project delivery method where the owner holds contracts with the architect, trade contractors, and a management service company for coordination, what is this method called?

<p>Construction management</p> Signup and view all the answers

A successful sole proprietor contractor wants to restructure her company to reduce personal risk. Which business structure would achieve this?

<p>Creating a limited liability company</p> Signup and view all the answers

An engineering firm is assisting an owner in developing bid documents and scope of work for a sinkhole repair project. What role is the engineering firm playing?

<p>Design consultant</p> Signup and view all the answers

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