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  1. Which estimate component captures the cost of temporary facilities such as site trailers, portable toilets, and fencing?

    Answer: General conditions

    General conditions cover project-specific overhead costs like temporary facilities, superintendent labor, and site utilities that support the work but are not part of permanent construction.

  2. A parametric estimate for a new office building most commonly uses which cost parameter?

    Answer: Cost per square foot of gross floor area

    Cost per square foot of gross floor area is the industry-standard parameter for early-stage office building estimates because it correlates well with overall project scope.

  3. When structuring a detailed estimate, 'labor burden' refers to:

    Answer: Employer-paid taxes, insurance, and benefits added to base wage rates

    Labor burden includes FICA, FUTA, workers' compensation, health insurance, and other employer-paid costs beyond the base hourly wage.

  4. A 'bid bond' requirement is typically documented in which section of the estimate package?

    Answer: Bid conditions and requirements section

    Bid bond requirements are part of the bid conditions that govern how the estimate must be submitted, not part of the cost calculations themselves.

  5. In CSI MasterFormat, specifications are organized into how many primary levels?

    Answer: 4 levels (Level 1 through Level 4)

    MasterFormat uses a 4-level numbering hierarchy: Level 1 (Division), Level 2 (Subgroup), Level 3 (Section), and Level 4 (Subsection).

  6. Which estimate format is most appropriate when an owner needs cost feedback before design drawings are complete?

    Answer: Conceptual order-of-magnitude estimate

    A conceptual or order-of-magnitude estimate uses historical cost data and project parameters to provide early budget guidance without complete design documents.

  7. Alternates listed in an estimate are best described as:

    Answer: Separately priced scope changes that the owner may choose to add or deduct from the base bid

    Alternates let the owner adjust project scope while still receiving competitive pricing, with each alternate priced independently from the base bid.