Question 1

In which of the following stages contract documents are prepared?
A)Planning stage
B)Briefing stage
C)Construction stage
D)None of the above

Accepted Answer

Contract documents are typically prepared during the design and pre-construction stages, not during the planning, briefing, or construction stages.

Question 2

In which of the following stages specifications are prepared?
A)Planning stage
B)Briefing stage
C)Construction stage
D)None of the above

Accepted Answer

Specifications are prepared during the planning stage, as it involves defining the project's scope, objectives, and requirements.

Question 3

In which of the following stages practicability of project is ensured?
A)Planning stage
B)Briefing stage
C)Construction stage
D)None of the above

Accepted Answer

B

Question 4

Which of the following is not role of contractor
A)To arrange land
B)To provide resources as per condition of contract
C)To work as per plans and specifications
D)To put RA and final bill and bill for extra item

Accepted Answer

The primary role of a contractor does not include arranging land. This is typically the responsibility of the project owner or developer. The contractor's responsibilities mainly involve providing resources as per the contract, working according to plans and specifications, and handling billing related to the project, including RA and final bills and bills for extra items.

Question 5

Which of the following is not role of owner
A)To arrange fund
B)To arrange land
C)To ensure quality of construction
D)To arrange necessary approvals

Accepted Answer

The primary role of the owner is to finance the project, secure the land, and obtain necessary approvals. Ensuring the quality of construction is typically the responsibility of the contractor or the project manager, not the owner.

Question 6

Which of the following organization is widely used in PWD
A)Matrix organization
B)Line or military organization
C)Line and staff organization
D)Functional organization

Accepted Answer

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Question 7

Which of the following is/are disadvantage/s of Line and Staff organization?
A)Experts may not have authority to work properly.
B)Conflict between line and staff persons
C)Increase in overhead cost due to high salary of staff
D)All of the Above

Accepted Answer

All of the listed options are recognized disadvantages of Line and Staff organization. Experts may lack the authority to implement their knowledge effectively, conflicts can arise between line and staff personnel due to their differing roles and perspectives, and the inclusion of specialized staff personnel can lead to increased overhead costs due to their higher salaries.

Question 8

In which of the following organization expert advice is available?
A)Matrix organization
B)Line or military organization
C)Line and staff organization
D)Functional organization

Accepted Answer

In a line and staff organization, expert advice is available through staff specialists who provide guidance and support to the line managers. This structure combines the direct authority of line management with the expertise of staff departments.

Question 9

Which organization permits quick decision?
A)Matrix organization
B)Line or military organization
C)Line and staff organization
D)none

Accepted Answer

Line or military organization is designed for quick decision-making, as it has a clear, simple chain of command where decisions flow from top to bottom without the need for consultation or agreement from various departments or divisions.

Question 10

Which of the following is not a characteristics of a Good organization?
A)It must have an organization goal
B)It should have proper structure
C)It should be as big as possible
D)It should include all the activities without repeation

Accepted Answer

A good organization does not necessarily need to be as big as possible. The size of an organization should be appropriate for its goals, resources, and the environment in which it operates. Efficiency, effectiveness, and adaptability are more important characteristics than sheer size.

Question 11

Road is the example of
A)Building constructions.
B)Infrastructure construction.
C)Industrial construction.
D)Special purpose projects

Accepted Answer

Road construction is categorized under infrastructure construction because it involves the construction and maintenance of physical and organizational structures necessary for the functioning of a society, such as transportation systems.

Question 12

What is Span of management?
A)It is the number of persons to be supervised by a manager
B)It is the number of years for management to remain active
C)It is the average age of manager in a business
D)It is the number of achievements of management

Accepted Answer

Span of management refers to the number of subordinates or employees a manager is directly responsible for supervising.

Question 13

What is organization?
A)Arrangement of persons in business
B)Arrangement of machines on site
C)Arrangement of money for business
D)Arrangement of materials at site

Accepted Answer

Organization refers to the arrangement or structuring of people within a business to ensure effective coordination and communication towards achieving the business's goals.

Question 14

What is 4M of construction?
A)4 types of organizations
B)4 resources for construction
C)4 types of construction managers
D)4 types of construction managers.

Accepted Answer

4M of construction refers to the four essential resources in construction management: Man, Material, Machinery, and Money.

Question 15

In which type of tender advantage of keen bidding competition can be availed.
A)Open tender or public tender
B)Selected tender
C)Negotiated tender
D)None of the above

Accepted Answer

Open tender or public tender allows any interested contractor to submit a bid for the project, leading to a competitive bidding process that can potentially lower costs for the project owner.

Question 16

What SMB stands for?
A)Short measurement book
B)Salient measurement book
C)Standard measurement book
D)None of the above

Accepted Answer

SMB stands for Standard Measurement Book, which is used in various industries, including construction and engineering, to standardize measurements and ensure consistency.

Question 17

SD, mobilization advance and cost of materials given to contractor will be deducted from
A)RA bill
B)Final bill
C)EMD
D)None of the above

Accepted Answer

The deductions for Security Deposit (SD), mobilization advance, and cost of materials given to the contractor are typically made from the Running Account (RA) bills, which are periodic payments made to the contractor based on the progress of work.

Question 18

What EMD stands for?
A)Exact money deposit
B)Earnest money deposit
C)Exact money deduction
D)Exact monthly deduction

Accepted Answer

Earnest money deposit is a deposit made to a seller indicating the buyer's good faith, seriousness, and genuine interest in the property transaction.

Question 19

Which of the following contract is most suitable for road and bridges?
A)BOT contract
B)Cost plus fixed fee contract
C)All in one contract
D)Labour contract

Accepted Answer

BOT (Build-Operate-Transfer) contracts are most suitable for large infrastructure projects like roads and bridges, where the contractor builds the project, operates it for a specified period to recover investment and profit, and then transfers it back to the government or authority.

Question 20

In which of the following contract; contractor tries to complete job quickly?
A)Item rate contract
B)Cost plus fixed fee contract
C)All in one contract
D)Labour contract

Accepted Answer

In a cost plus fixed fee contract, the contractor is reimbursed for all project costs plus a fixed fee regardless of the project duration. This incentivizes the contractor to complete the job quickly to maximize profit, as the fee does not change with time.

Quiz 1: Construction Contracts and Organizations

In which of the following stages contract documents are prepared?

In which of the following stages specifications are prepared?

In which of the following stages practicability of project is ensured?

Which of the following is not role of contractor

Which of the following is not role of owner

Which of the following organization is widely used in PWD

Which of the following is/are disadvantage/s of Line and Staff organization?

In which of the following organization expert advice is available?

Which organization permits quick decision?

Which of the following is not a characteristics of a Good organization?

Road is the example of

What is Span of management?

What is organization?

What is 4M of construction?

In which type of tender advantage of keen bidding competition can be availed.

What SMB stands for?

SD, mobilization advance and cost of materials given to contractor will be deducted from

What EMD stands for?

Which of the following contract is most suitable for road and bridges?

In which of the following contract; contractor tries to complete job quickly?