How can the estimator get an estimate of the depth of topsoil on the project?

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One of the primary sources of information is from the soil borings which are included in the contract documents. Another is to visit the site and dig a small hole with a shovel or posthole digger and measure the depth. If the later method is used a number of observation need to be made to insure that a fair representation has been made.

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Explain the importance of preventing storm water runoff.

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When using a transmission _____ on a car that is on a frame-contact lift, be careful not to raise the car off the lift pads as you raise the transmission.

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The three-way catalytic converter is designed to reduce ____________________, carbon ____________________, and ____________________ of nitrogen.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Ice melts in iceboxes because ____.

A. Heat flows through the insulated walls. B. Heat enters when the door is opened C. Heat enters when warm food is placed in the icebox. D. All of the above

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