Construction Blueprint Reading and Estimating 2

Question 1

What is a 'change order' in construction?

Accepted Answer

A written modification to the original contract scope, cost, or schedule

Answer

A daily work log

Answer

A material delivery receipt

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A subcontractor invoice

Question 2

Which view on a blueprint shows a building as seen from the outside at eye level?

Accepted Answer

Elevation view

Answer

Plan view

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Section view

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Detail view

Question 3

In cost estimating, what does 'contingency' refer to?

Accepted Answer

A percentage added to cover unforeseen expenses

Answer

Profit margin added to labor costs

Answer

The cost of temporary structures

Answer

Permit and inspection fees

Question 4

What does a dashed (hidden) line represent on a construction drawing?

Accepted Answer

An element hidden from the current view

Answer

A future addition

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A demolished element

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A property line

Question 5

When calculating square footage for a concrete slab, which formula is used?

Accepted Answer

Length × Width

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Length × Width × Height

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Length + Width × 2

Answer

Pi × Radius²

Question 6

What is the purpose of a 'legend' on a construction drawing?

Accepted Answer

To explain symbols, abbreviations, and line types used on the drawings

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To list the project team members

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To show the project schedule

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To list material specifications