BCM Bachelor of Construction Management MCQ 3

Question 1

What is the purpose of a surety bond in construction contracting?

Accepted Answer

To guarantee contractor performance and payment obligations

Answer

A surety bond is a three-party agreement where the surety guarantees to the owner that the contractor will fulfill its performance and payment obligations.

Question 2

In construction, what does AIA Document A201 govern?

Accepted Answer

General conditions of the contract for construction

Answer

AIA A201 is the General Conditions of the Contract for Construction, defining the rights and responsibilities of the owner, architect, and contractor.

Question 3

Which type of foundation is most appropriate when building loads must be transferred past weak surface soils to stronger deep strata?

Accepted Answer

Deep pile foundation

Answer

Deep pile foundations transfer structural loads through weak upper soils down to competent bearing strata such as bedrock or dense sand.

Question 4

What is the primary distinction between a lump-sum contract and a cost-plus contract?

Accepted Answer

In a lump-sum contract, the contractor bears the financial risk of cost overruns

Answer

In a lump-sum contract, the contractor agrees to complete all work for a fixed price and bears the risk if actual costs exceed that amount.

Question 5

Which building system uses pre-manufactured structural components assembled on-site to form a building frame?

Accepted Answer

Prefabricated or modular construction

Answer

Prefabricated or modular construction involves manufacturing structural components off-site in controlled conditions and assembling them at the project site.

BCM - Bachelor of Construction Management Practice Test

BCM - Bachelor of Construction Management Practice Test

BCM Bachelor of Construction Management MCQ 3