CMP 101 Study Questions with All
Correct Answers
Which CSI division would cover the connecting of a natural gas line to the building? -
Answer-33
Which divisions would cover the installation of an automation system for a series of
kitchen freezers, a fire detection and suppression system, and a motion detection
system? Select all that apply. - Answer-25,21,28,23
CSI standards currently contain 16 divisions. - Answer-no they do not contain 16
divisions currently
Cost Plus a Fee contracts consist of - Answer-the cost of the completed project plus a
percentage of the cost for profit.
Select the activities that must be completed prior to starting the sheetrock (drywall)
installation stage - Answer-Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) Rough-In
Insulation
Framing
Warranty Period - Answer-the owner has occupied the new building, but the contractor
is still responsible to fix any issues arising due to poor construction quality or faulty
materials.
According to lecture 13, net sales minus direct costs equals total profit. - Answer-false
Following items would qualify as 'DIRECT COSTS' when preparing an estimate for a
single-family home construction project: - Answer-Framers hires to install trusses
Electrical Contractor hired to install light fixtures
Mini Excavator rented to dig for foundation
Concrete purchased for pouring driveway
Liquidated Damages - Answer-The owner of a project may require monetary
compensation if the contractor fails to complete construction of a project by a certain
date specified in the contract. The technical term for this compensation is:
grubbing - Answer-to clear bydigging up roots, stumps,and other debris.
foundation stage - Answer-Excavation & pad leveling• Form Foundation• Underground
utilities installed• Sewer or septic lines installed• Vapor retarder / barrier installed•
Municipal Inspection• Foundation Poured or CMUs Installed
Correct Answers
Which CSI division would cover the connecting of a natural gas line to the building? -
Answer-33
Which divisions would cover the installation of an automation system for a series of
kitchen freezers, a fire detection and suppression system, and a motion detection
system? Select all that apply. - Answer-25,21,28,23
CSI standards currently contain 16 divisions. - Answer-no they do not contain 16
divisions currently
Cost Plus a Fee contracts consist of - Answer-the cost of the completed project plus a
percentage of the cost for profit.
Select the activities that must be completed prior to starting the sheetrock (drywall)
installation stage - Answer-Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) Rough-In
Insulation
Framing
Warranty Period - Answer-the owner has occupied the new building, but the contractor
is still responsible to fix any issues arising due to poor construction quality or faulty
materials.
According to lecture 13, net sales minus direct costs equals total profit. - Answer-false
Following items would qualify as 'DIRECT COSTS' when preparing an estimate for a
single-family home construction project: - Answer-Framers hires to install trusses
Electrical Contractor hired to install light fixtures
Mini Excavator rented to dig for foundation
Concrete purchased for pouring driveway
Liquidated Damages - Answer-The owner of a project may require monetary
compensation if the contractor fails to complete construction of a project by a certain
date specified in the contract. The technical term for this compensation is:
grubbing - Answer-to clear bydigging up roots, stumps,and other debris.
foundation stage - Answer-Excavation & pad leveling• Form Foundation• Underground
utilities installed• Sewer or septic lines installed• Vapor retarder / barrier installed•
Municipal Inspection• Foundation Poured or CMUs Installed
