Specification Writing & Quantity Surveying AR 322 Quiz
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What is the purpose of the project manual in contract documents?

  • To provide detailed drawings of the structure
  • To specify the quantities of materials required
  • To contain all the written construction documents about the structure to be built (correct)
  • To outline the types of specifications used in the project

    • What is the main focus of Module 01 on Specification Writing?

  • General drawings
  • Quantity surveying
  • Types of specifications (correct)
  • Building technology

    • In the context of contract documents, what does 'COMPONENTS' refer to?

  • Material specifications
  • Bidding requirements
  • Construction drawings
  • Project manual (correct)

    • What is the difference between general drawings and detailed drawings?

    <p>General drawings provide an overview while detailed drawings offer specifics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a contract document?

    <p>A legally enforceable agreement between two or more parties</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of Module 01 AR 322?

    <p>Specification Writing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the intended learning outcome related to material specifications in this module?

    <p>Applying the essentials of specification writing to identify appropriate materials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are specifications considered important in architecture?

    <p>To complement working drawings as a non-graphical tool</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of specifying building materials appropriately?

    <p>It ensures the applicability and functionality of building materials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what context are specifications used as part of the contract documents of a project?

    <p>To specify building materials appropriately</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a contract document in the context of construction?

    <p>To provide a legally enforceable agreement between two or more parties</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of Module 01 on Specification Writing?

    <p>Learning techniques for writing specifications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are specifications typically used in contract documents for a construction project?

    <p>As part of the construction drawings and project details</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'COMPONENTS' refer to in the context of contract documents?

    <p>Specifically included modifications in the contract</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are contract documents comprised of in the context of construction?

    <p>Conditions of the contract and specifications for the project</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of descriptive specifications?

    <p>Stipulating the exact quantities and qualities of materials to be furnished</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of specification does not give the means to be employed to achieve the results?

    <p>Performance specification</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of performance specifications, what does 'Apply exterior paint with a minimum durability of 10 years and resistance to UV fading and weathering' exemplify?

    <p>Performance specification</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the focus of reference specifications?

    <p>Referring to an external standard for materials, equipment, or workmanship</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary characteristic of proprietary specifications?

    <p>Specifying a particular product or process by name</p> Signup and view all the answers

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