CON 3990V Construction Project Management Exam Prep: 120 Practice MCQs
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Ace your CON 3990V Construction Project Management exam with this comprehensive set of 120 practice multiple-choice questions! This resource is meticulously designed to reinforce your understanding of key concepts and best practices in construction project management, covering all phases of the pro...
Which of the following is NOT a core principle of construction project management? a)
Planning b) Profit maximization at all costs c) Execution d) Monitoring and Controlling
What is the critical path in a project schedule? a) The shortest path through the project network
diagram b) The longest path through the project network diagram, representing the
minimum project duration c) The path with the most critical tasks d) The path with the highest
risk activities
Which project delivery method involves a single contract between the owner and a design-build
entity? a) Design-Bid-Build b) Construction Management at Risk c) Design-Build d) Integrated
Project Delivery
What is the purpose of a RFI (Request for Information) in construction? a) To request a change
order b) To submit a bid for a project c) To seek clarification or additional information from
the design team d) To notify the owner of a safety hazard
Which of the following is a common type of construction contract? a) Lump sum contract b)
Unit price contract c) Cost-plus contract d) All of the above
What is the purpose of a submittal in construction? a) To request payment for completed work
b) To obtain approval for materials, equipment, or procedures before installation c) To
document a change order d) To notify the owner of a project delay
Which of the following is NOT a typical element of a construction project plan? a) Schedule b)
Budget c) Marketing strategy d) Safety plan
What is the role of a construction superintendent? a) To design the project b) To manage the
project finances c) To oversee the day-to-day operations on the construction site d) To
procure materials and equipment
Which construction project phase involves the actual physical construction of the project? a)
Pre-construction b) Design c) Construction d) Closeout
What is the purpose of a punch list in construction? a) To track the progress of construction
activities b) To identify and document incomplete or deficient work items c) To request
payment for completed work d) To schedule inspections
Which of the following is NOT a key component of construction project quality management?
a) Quality planning b) Quality assurance c) Quality delegation d) Quality control
What is the purpose of a construction project risk management plan? a) To eliminate all risks
from the project b) To identify, assess, and mitigate potential risks that could impact the
project c) To transfer all project risks to the contractor d) To create a contingency fund for
unforeseen events
, Which of the following is a common construction safety hazard? a) Falls b) Struck-by hazards
c) Caught-in or -between hazards d) All of the above
What is the purpose of OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) in
construction? a) To provide funding for construction projects b) To ensure safe and healthy
working conditions for construction workers c) To regulate the quality of construction
materials d) To resolve disputes between owners and contractors
Which of the following is a sustainable construction practice? a) Using recycled materials b)
Reducing energy consumption c) Minimizing waste generation d) All of the above
What is the purpose of a building commissioning process? a) To obtain a building permit b) To
ensure the building meets the owner's requirements and functions as intended c) To conduct a
final inspection of the building d) To train the building occupants on how to operate the building
systems
Which of the following is a benefit of using Building Information Modeling (BIM) in
construction? a) Improved collaboration and communication b) Enhanced visualization and clash
detection c) Increased efficiency and productivity d) All of the above
What is the role of a construction project manager? a) To design the project b) To perform the
physical construction work c) To plan, organize, and control all aspects of the project d) To
provide legal advice to the owner
Which of the following is NOT a typical stage in the construction project lifecycle? a) Initiation
b) Planning c) Execution d) Marketing
What is the purpose of a change order in construction? a) To document the completion of a
project phase b) To request a change in the project scope, schedule, or budget c) To notify the
owner of a safety hazard d) To submit a bid for a project
What is the primary purpose of a change order in construction? a) To document the completion
of a project phase b) To request a change in the project scope, schedule, or budget c) To
notify the owner of a safety hazard d) To submit a bid for a project
Which of the following is a common cause of construction project delays? a) Unforeseen site
conditions b) Design changes c) Weather events d) All of the above
What is the purpose of a construction project closeout phase? a) To initiate the project b) To
plan and design the project c) To construct the project d) To finalize and complete all project
activities
Which document outlines the specific tasks, responsibilities, and authorities of the project team
members? a) Project charter b) Project management plan c) Scope of work d) Contract
agreement
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