Civil war-Day 16-Oct 10-PWD-Estimation

Front

"Courtyard" is not considered in which of the following estimates?

Back

Plinth area estimate

Answer explanation

In the plinth area estimate, the courtyard and open spaces are excluded as only the covered area is considered.

Front

During tender submission, the contractor should deposit —————— as a guarantee of the tender.

Back

Earnest money

Answer explanation

The earnest money deposit (EMD) is paid by the contractor when submitting the tender as a sign of commitment.

Front

What happens if the lowest quoted contractor refuses to take up the work?

Back

His Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) will be forfeited by the client.

Answer explanation

If the lowest bidder refuses to take up the work, his Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) is forfeited by the client.

Front

Estimate expected to be least accurate is:

Back

Plinth area estimate

Answer explanation

The plinth area estimate is the least accurate because it is based only on the average cost per square metre.

Front

How many 20 cm × 20 cm paving tiles are required to cover a 400 sq.m area?

Back

10000

Answer explanation

Area of one tile = 0.2 × 0.2 = 0.04 sq.m. Number of tiles = 400 / 0.04 = 10,000 tiles.

Front

Weight of 12 mm dia steel bar per running meter is

Back

0.888 kg

Answer explanation

Theoretical unit weight of steel bar = d² / 162. For 12 mm bar, (12² / 162) = 0.888 kg/m.

Front

What is the lift ordinarily specified for earth work in foundation trenches, drains, etc.?

Back

1.5 m

Answer explanation

Standard lift in earthwork for foundation trenches or drains is 1.5 m.

Front

In long and short wall method of estimation, the length of long wall is the centre to centre distance between the walls and:

Back

Half breadth of wall on each side

Answer explanation

In the long and short wall method, the length of the long wall = centre to centre distance + half breadth of wall on each side.

Front

Honey comb brick wall is measured in

Back

Square metres

Answer explanation

Honeycomb brick wall is measured in square metres since it is based on surface area, not volume.

Front

In detailed estimate, the provision for contingencies is usually

Back

3% to 5%

Answer explanation

In a detailed estimate, a provision of 3% to 5% is made for contingencies to cover unforeseen expenses.