When asked to provide an estimate of an irrigation system,Pete looked from one end of the field to the other,licked a finger and held it in the air,squinted into the sun and said $25,000,give or take 30%.The technique employed for cost estimation is:
A)Parametric.
B)Comparative.
C)Definitive.
D)Ballpark.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Pete's technique of licking a finger, holding it in the air, and giving a ballpark estimate is not based on detailed analysis or data. It is a rough estimate that falls under the category of a "ballpark" estimate. Therefore, the correct answer is option D.

When Asked to Provide an Estimate of an Irrigation System,Pete