Construction Measurement Principles Flashcard

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Who gains most from accurate measurement?

Back

Contractors

Front

State a benefit of accurate measurement

Back

Happy customers

Front

State a problem that can occur from poor measurement

Back

Delays

Front

Determine the final cost of a material that cost £150 if VAT is added at 20%:

Back

£180

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Suggest two rooms where you might use modular components

Back

Bathroom, Kitchen

Front

What is the design brief?

Back

A document specifying design requirements

Front

Write a clear explanation of the difference between area and volume

Back

Area is 2D, volume is 3D

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Which method of costing would be employed in question 5? Options: Life-cycle costing, Activity-based costing, Batch costing, Job costing

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Job costing

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From a safety point of view, why is it essential to accurately locate existing services before work is carried out?

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To prevent accidents