Quiz 1 : Procurement for Building Services

What is the purpose of a foundation?

• To provide a level base.

• To provide a solid stable base for the building to sit on.

• To give colour to your skin.

• To provide a base to carry the DPC

Which of the following materials are used to make concrete?

• Sand, clay, mud, water

• Cement, sand, aggregate, water

• Cement, aluminium, water, stone

• Cement, clay, gypsum, water

The most important part of the house which supports the entire house is known as the

• foundation

• roof

• electrical

• concrete

What is a composite material?

• a material made of one component
• a materials made of three or more components
• a material made of two or more components
• a material made of one or more components

Which of the following costs cannot be allocated to a construction contract cost?

• material used in construction

• selling costs

• rectification work

• design work

The following are the participants in construction industry except

• Architect

• Engineer

• Contractor

• Security guard

Which are the advantages of the Standard Form of Contract except?

• Reduced cost

• Speedy bidding

• Increasing cost

• Higher confidence in contract terms

Which document provides detailed information to enable tendering for contracts?

• Architects working drawings.

• Schedule.

• Bill of quantities.

• Conditions of contract.

In which of the following ways can wastage of materials be reduced?

• Removing the skips from site.

• Shorter work breaks.

• Longer work breaks.

• Ordering correct quantities.

When communicating with managers and supervisors, the information given MUST be:

• exaggerated.

• confusing.

• almost right.

• accurate.