Question: What
is the standard size of a brick commonly used in construction?
a)
200 mm × 100 mm × 50 mm
b)
250 mm × 150 mm × 75 mm
c)
300 mm × 200 mm × 100 mm
d)
150 mm × 75 mm × 50 mm
Answer: a) 200 mm × 100 mm × 50 mm
Question: How
many bricks are typically required per square meter for a single brick wall
with standard dimensions?
a)
30
b)
50
c)
70
d)
100
Answer: b) 50
Question: What
is the standard thickness of plastering for internal walls in a residential
building?
a)
10 mm
b) 15 mm
c)
20 mm
d) 25 mm
Answer: b) 15 mm
Question: In
estimating concrete volume for a column, what is the formula to calculate the
volume of concrete required?
a)
πr²h
b)
2πrh
c)
πr²
d)
4πr²
Answer: a) πr²h
Question: What
is the approximate weight of one cubic meter of concrete?
a)
1800 kg
b)
2000 kg
c)
2200 kg
d)
2400 kg
Answer: b) 2000 kg
Question: Which
unit of measurement is commonly used for quantifying steel reinforcement in
construction?
a)
Kilograms
b)
Tons
c)
Meters
d)
Centimeters
Answer: a) Kilograms
Question: How
many kilograms of steel reinforcement are typically required per cubic meter of
concrete in reinforced concrete structures?
a)
50-100 kg
b)
100-200 kg
c)
200-300 kg
d)
300-400 kg
Answer: b) 100-200 kg
Question: Which
of the following is NOT a commonly used method for estimating quantities in
construction projects?
a)
Approximation method
b)
Detailed measurement method
c) Budget method
d)
Trial and error method
Answer: d) Trial and error method
Question: What
is the standard thickness of a concrete slab for residential flooring?
a)
50 mm
b)
75 mm
c)
100 mm
d)
150 mm
Answer: c) 100 mm
Question: How
many bags of cement (50 kg each) are typically required for one cubic meter of
concrete with a mix ratio of 1:2:4 (cement:sand:aggregate)?
a)
4
b)
5
c)
6
d) 7 Answer: c) 6
Question: In
brickwork, what is the purpose of providing vertical joints?
a)
To enhance aesthetics
b)
To increase strength
c)
To improve water resistance
d)
To allow for expansion and contraction
Answer: d) To allow for expansion
and contraction
Question: Which
type of brick bond is commonly used in construction for better stability?
a)
English bond
b)
Flemish bond
c)
Stretcher bond
d)
Header bond
Answer: b) Flemish bond
Question: What
is the standard size of a concrete block used in construction?
a)
200 mm × 200 mm × 200 mm
b)
300 mm × 200 mm × 150 mm
c)
400 mm × 200 mm × 100 mm
d)
500 mm × 250 mm × 75 mm
Answer: b) 300 mm × 200 mm × 150
mm
Question: How
is the thickness of concrete slabs typically measured?
a)
In centimeters
b)
In millimeters
c)
In meters
d)
In inches
Answer: d) In inches
Question: Which
of the following materials is commonly used as a leveling material during
construction?
a)
Sand
b)
Cement
c)
Gravel
d)
Gypsum
Answer: a) Sand
Question: What
is the standard size of a standard concrete block in the United States?
a)
8 inches × 8 inches × 16 inches
b)
6 inches × 6 inches × 12 inches
c)
10 inches × 10 inches × 20 inches
d)
12 inches × 12 inches × 24 inches
Answer: a) 8 inches × 8 inches ×
16 inches
Question: Which
of the following is NOT a component of the estimate in construction projects?
a)
Labor costs
b)
Material costs
c)
Administrative costs
d)
Equipment costs
Answer: c) Administrative costs
Question: In
construction, what does the term "BOQ" stand for?
a)
Building Overhaul Quotation
b)
Bill of Quantity
c)
Budgeted Order Quantity
d)
Base of Quote
Answer: b) Bill of Quantity
Question: What
is the purpose of using "Dumpy Level" in quantity surveying?
a)
To measure angles
b)
To measure distances
c)
To determine heights and elevations
d)
To calculate volumes
Answer: c) To determine heights
and elevations
Question: Which
of the following is NOT typically included in a detailed estimate?
a)
Cost of construction equipment
b)
Cost of permits and approvals
c)
Cost of overheads and contingencies
d)
Cost of architectural design
Answer: d) Cost of architectural
design
Question: What
is the purpose of using "Center Line Method" in estimating quantities
for excavation?
a)
To calculate the volume of soil removed
b)
To establish the boundary of the excavation area
c)
To determine the midpoint of the excavation site
d) To measure the depth of the excavation
Answer: a) To calculate the
volume of soil removed
Question: Which
type of bricklaying bond involves alternate courses of headers and stretchers?
a)
English bond
b)
Flemish bond
c)
Stretcher bond
d)
Header bond
Answer: b) Flemish bond
Question: What
is the standard thickness of a reinforced concrete slab for heavy industrial
flooring?
a)
100 mm
b)
150 mm
c)
200 mm
d)
250 mm
Answer: c) 200 mm
Question: Which
of the following is NOT a commonly used method for measuring excavation
quantities?
a)
Cross-sectional method
b)
Mid-point method
c)
Prismoidal method
d)
Average depth method
Answer: b) Mid-point method
Question: What
is the typical spacing of ties in a reinforced concrete column formwork?
a)
1000 mm to 1500 mm
b)
2000 mm to 2500 mm
c)
3000 mm to 3500 mm
d)
4000 mm to 4500 mm
Answer: a) 1000 mm to 1500 mm
Question: Which
of the following is NOT a common method for measuring concrete quantities in
construction?
a)
Grid method
b)
Prismoidal method
c)
Simpson's rule
d)
Trapezoidal rule
Answer: a) Grid method
Question: In
construction, what does the term "BOQ" stand for?
a)
Building Overhaul Quotation
b)
Bill of Quantity
c)
Budgeted Order Quantity
d)
Base of Quote
Answer: b) Bill of Quantity
Question: What
is the purpose of a "schedule of rates" in construction projects?
a)
To list the time schedule for different construction activities
b)
To provide a breakdown of labor rates for various trades
c)
To outline the sequence of construction activities
d)
To determine the rental rates for construction equipment
Answer: b) To provide a breakdown
of labor rates for various trades
Question: Which
of the following is NOT a common method for estimating excavation quantities?
a)
Cross-sectional method
b)
Mid-point method
c)
Prismoidal method
d)
Volume averaging method
Answer: d) Volume averaging
method
Question: What
is the purpose of a "rate analysis" in construction estimation?
a)
To analyze the rate of construction progress
b)
To determine the market rate for construction materials
c)
To calculate the unit rates for different construction activities
d)
To assess the efficiency of labor on-site
Answer: c) To calculate the unit
rates for different construction activities
Question: Which
of the following factors does NOT affect the quantity of materials required in
construction?
a)
Site conditions
b)
Weather conditions
c)
Design specifications
d)
Construction equipment availability
Answer: d) Construction equipment
availability
Question: What
is the primary purpose of conducting a "site survey" before
construction begins?
a)
To identify potential hazards on-site
b)
To determine the layout and boundaries of the construction site
c)
To estimate the quantity of materials required for construction
d)
To assess the availability of skilled labor in the area
Answer: b) To determine the layout and
boundaries of the construction site
Question: Which
of the following materials is commonly used as a leveling material during
construction?
a)
Sand
b)
Cement
c)
Gravel
d)
Gypsum
Answer: a) Sand
Question: In
quantity surveying, what does the term "taking off" refer to?
a)
Removing excess materials from the construction site
b)
Measuring and estimating quantities of materials required for construction
c)
Erecting temporary structures for construction activities
d)
Recording daily progress reports on-site
Answer: b) Measuring and
estimating quantities of materials required for construction
Question: What
is the primary purpose of a "bar bending schedule" in reinforced
concrete construction?
a)
To schedule the delivery of reinforcement bars to the construction site
b)
To estimate the cost of reinforcement materials
c)
To provide detailed instructions for bending reinforcement bars to specific
shapes
d)
To analyze the structural integrity of reinforced concrete elements
Answer: c) To provide detailed
instructions for bending reinforcement bars to specific shapes
Question: What
is the primary function of a "quantity surveyor" in construction
projects?
a)
Project scheduling
b)
Cost estimation and management
c)
Quality control
d)
Site supervision
Answer: b) Cost estimation and
management
Question: Which
of the following methods is commonly used for measuring the area of irregularly
shaped plots?
a)
Trapezoidal rule
b)
Grid method
c)
Simpson's rule
d)
Mid-point method
Answer: a) Trapezoidal rule
Question: What
is the typical unit of measurement for quantifying excavation volumes?
a)
Cubic meters
b)
Square meters
c) Linear meters
d)
Cubic centimeters
Answer: a) Cubic meters
Question: In
construction, what does the term "rate analysis" refer to?
a)
Analysis of construction progress
b)
Calculation of labor rates
c)
Estimation of project duration
d)
Evaluation of material costs
Answer: b) Calculation of labor
rates
Question: Which
of the following tools is commonly used for measuring distances in surveying?
a)
Vernier caliper
b)
Theodolite
c)
Leveling staff
d)
Plumb bob
Answer: c) Leveling staff
Question: What
is the primary purpose of a "schedule of rates" in construction
contracts?
a) Determining the project timeline
b)
Allocating resources to different activities
c) Establishing payment schedules
d)
Providing unit rates for various work items
Answer: d) Providing unit rates
for various work items
Question: Which
of the following is NOT typically included in a bill of quantities (BOQ)?
a)
Material specifications
b)
Labor costs
c)
Contract terms
d) Equipment depreciation
Answer: c) Contract terms
Question: What
is the standard unit for measuring the thickness of plastering?
a)
Millimeters
b)
Meters
c)
Centimeters
d)
Inches
Answer: a) Millimeters
Question: Which
type of bond is characterized by alternating courses of headers and stretchers
in brickwork?
a)
Flemish bond
b)
English bond
c)
Stretcher bond
d)
Header bond
Answer: a) Flemish bond
Question: What
is the primary purpose of conducting a site survey before construction begins?
a)
Identifying potential hazards
b)
Estimating labor costs
c)
Determining project feasibility
d)
Assessing site conditions
Answer: d) Assessing site
conditions
Question: Which
method is commonly used for estimating the quantity of concrete required for a
cylindrical structure?
a)
Trapezoidal rule
b)
Prismoidal rule
c)
Simpson's rule
d)
Mid-point rule
Answer: b) Prismoidal rule
Question: What
is the primary purpose of using a plumb bob in construction?
a)
Measurement of horizontal distances
b)
Measurement of vertical distances
c)
Measurement of angles
d)
Measurement of surface levels
Answer: b) Measurement of
vertical distances
Question: Which
document provides a detailed breakdown of all construction work items along
with their quantities and rates?
a)
Schedule of rates
b)
Bill of quantities (BOQ)
c)
Cost estimate
d)
Work breakdown structure (WBS)
Answer: b) Bill of quantities
(BOQ)
Question: What
is the standard unit for measuring the length of reinforcing steel bars
(rebars)?
a)
Meters
b)
Kilograms
c) Millimeters
d)
Inches
Answer: c) Millimeters
Question: Which
of the following is NOT a component of a detailed construction estimate?
a)
Labor costs
b) Material costs
c)
Overhead costs
d)
Equipment depreciation
Answer: d) Equipment depreciation
Question: In
construction, what is the typical unit for quantifying excavation quantities?
a)
Cubic meters
b)
Square meters
c)
Linear meters
d)
Kilograms
Answer: a) Cubic meters
Question: Which
type of bond is characterized by alternating courses of headers and stretchers,
each course consisting of headers offset by half a brick from the course above
and below?
a)
English bond
b)
Flemish bond
c)
Stretcher bond
d)
Header bond
Answer: a) English bond
Question: What
is the primary purpose of a bar bending schedule in reinforced concrete
construction?
a)
To determine the quantity of reinforcement required
b)
To calculate the weight of reinforcement bars
c)
To provide instructions for bending reinforcement bars to specific shapes
d) To estimate the cost of reinforcement
materials
Answer: c) To provide
instructions for bending reinforcement bars to specific shapes
Question: What
term is used to describe the process of calculating the total quantity of
materials required for a construction project?
a)
Quantity surveying
b)
Material estimation
c)
Takeoff
d)
Cost analysis
Answer: a) Quantity surveying
Question: Which
of the following methods is commonly used for estimating the volume of
irregularly shaped excavation pits?
a)
Mid-point method
b)
Trapezoidal rule
c)
Prismoidal rule
d)
Cross-sectional method
Answer: c) Prismoidal rule
Question: What
is the primary purpose of using a plumb bob in construction?
a)
Measurement of horizontal distances
b)
Measurement of vertical distances
c)
Measurement of angles
d)
Measurement of surface levels
Answer: b) Measurement of
vertical distances
Question: Which
document provides a detailed breakdown of all construction work items along
with their quantities and rates?
a)
Schedule of rates
b)
Bill of quantities (BOQ)
c)
Cost estimate
d)
Work breakdown structure (WBS)
Answer: b) Bill of quantities
(BOQ)
Question: What
is the standard unit for measuring the length of reinforcing steel bars
(rebars)?
a)
Meters
b)
Kilograms
c) Millimeters
d)
Inches
Answer: c) Millimeters
Question: Which
of the following is NOT a component of a detailed construction estimate?
a) Labor costs
b)
Material costs
c)
Overhead costs
d)
Equipment depreciation
Answer: d) Equipment depreciation
Question: In
construction, what is the typical unit for quantifying excavation quantities?
a)
Cubic meters
b)
Square meters
c)
Linear meters
d)
Kilograms
Answer: a) Cubic meters
Question: Which
type of bond is characterized by alternating courses of headers and stretchers,
each course consisting of headers offset by half a brick from the course above
and below?
a)
English bond
b)
Flemish bond
c)
Stretcher bond
d)
Header bond
Answer: a) English bond
Question: What
is the primary purpose of a bar bending schedule in reinforced concrete
construction?
a)
To determine the quantity of reinforcement required
b)
To calculate the weight of reinforcement bars
c)
To provide instructions for bending reinforcement bars to specific shapes
d)
To estimate the cost of reinforcement materials
Answer: c) To provide
instructions for bending reinforcement bars to specific shapes
Question: What
term is used to describe the process of calculating the total quantity of
materials required for a construction project?
a)
Quantity surveying
b)
Material estimation
c)
Takeoff
d)
Cost analysis
Answer: a) Quantity surveying
Question: Which
of the following methods is commonly used for estimating the volume of
irregularly shaped excavation pits?
a)
Mid-point method
b)
Trapezoidal rule
c)
Prismoidal rule
d)
Cross-sectional method
Answer: c) Prismoidal rule
Question: What
is the primary function of a quantity surveyor in construction projects?
a)
Project scheduling
b)
Cost estimation and management
c)
Quality control
d)
Site supervision
Answer: b) Cost estimation and
management
