Give a construction example that validates the following adage: Failing to plan means planning to fail.

What will be an ideal response?


The bridge that collapsed in Minneapolis in August 2007 was found to be structurally defi cient because of corroded bearings and cracks in the metal. The failure to plan for periodic inspections contributed to the failure of the bridge.

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a. Natural maintenance c. Inability to exercise b. Uncomfortable behaviors d. Lack of ventilation

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The entire construction of the floor frame at the top of the foundation is called sill construction or the ____.

A. framing B. frame joist C. box sill D. floor joist

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Technician A says that a traction (AC synchronous) motor used in a hybrid electric vehicle is controlled by varying the voltage to the motor. Technician B says that the frequency of the current is controlled. Which technician is correct?

A) Technician A only B) Technician B only C) Both technicians D) Neither technician

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Why is the typical rear load-leveling system connected to the ignition circuit?

A) To prevent the system from working unless the ignition key is on B) To keep the system active for a given time after the ignition is switched off C) To keep the compressor from running for an extended period of time D) All of the above

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