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AACE International CCP Exam - Topic 5 Question 37 Discussion

Posted by Reed on Mar 07, 2026 at 12:52 AM

A major theme park is expanding the existing facility over a five-year period. The design phase will be completed one year after the contract is awarded. Major engineering drawings will be finalized two years after the design contract is awarded and construction will begin three years after the award of the design contract. New, unique ride technology will be used and an estimate will need to be developed to identify these costs that have no historical data.

Which of the following is least likely to improve a large earthmoving contractor's productivity?

Suggested Answer: A

Using apprentice operators to save labor costs is the least likely to improve a large earthmoving contractor's productivity. While it may reduce labor costs, apprentice operators are generally less experienced and less efficient than seasoned operators, which could lead to lower productivity and potentially higher costs due to mistakes or slower work. In contrast, options B, C, and D are all strategies that could directly improve productivity by optimizing working conditions or using more efficient equipment. Hence, the correct answer is A. Using apprentice operators to save labor costs.

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26 comments · newest first
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Ling 2 months ago
D could really boost productivity. New machines are faster and more reliable.
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Samira 2 months ago
C makes sense. Removing hazards first is crucial for safety and speed.
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Nu 2 months ago
Agreed, A doesn't seem efficient. Experience matters in earthmoving.
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Allene 2 months ago
I think A is the least likely to help. Apprentice operators might slow things down.
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Marla 2 months ago
C is crucial too. Removing hazards saves time during excavation.
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Erick 3 months ago
I feel like D is a better choice. New excavators boost efficiency.
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Ulysses 3 months ago
Agreed, A could slow down the work. Quality matters!
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Erick 3 months ago
I think A is the least likely to help. Apprentice operators lack experience.
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Joanna 3 months ago
C is crucial too. Removing hazards saves time during excavation.
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Mila 3 months ago
I feel like D is a better choice. New excavators boost efficiency.
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Malcolm 3 months ago
Agreed, A could slow down the work. Quality matters!
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Rebecka 4 months ago
I think A is the least likely to help. Apprentice operators lack experience.
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Mozell 4 months ago
Bigger excavators will definitely help speed things up!
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Howard 4 months ago
Wait, are they really planning to use new tech without any past data?
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Desire 6 months ago
Removing underground hazards is a must, can't skip that step.
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Amber 6 months ago
Totally agree, they need experience for big projects!
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Antione 6 months ago
Using apprentice operators might slow things down.
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Bonita 6 months ago
Removing hazards seems like a no-brainer for safety and speed.
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Rozella 6 months ago
Starting early is a smart move, less heat means more productivity!
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Alease 6 months ago
Wait, are we really sure about the new excavators? Bigger isn't always better.
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Emelda 7 months ago
Totally agree, they need experience for efficiency!
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Quiana 7 months ago
Using apprentice operators might slow things down.
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Ria 7 months ago
Replacing old excavators sounds like a good idea, but I wonder if the cost of new equipment might offset any productivity gains.
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Cristen 7 months ago
I think removing underground hazards is definitely important, but it seems like it wouldn't directly improve productivity as much as the other options.
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Bettyann 7 months ago
I’m not entirely sure, but I feel like starting work earlier to avoid the heat could really help productivity.
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Marica 7 months ago
I remember discussing how using apprentice operators might actually slow things down, so I think that could be the least effective option.
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