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IFMA CFM Exam - Topic 10 Question 21 Discussion

Actual exam question for IFMA's CFM exam
Question #: 21
Topic #: 10
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What does the planned maintenance to corrective maintenance ratio refer to?

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Suggested Answer: C

The planned maintenance to corrective maintenance ratio (Option C) measures the effectiveness of preventive maintenance compared to unplanned repairs.

Why Option C is Correct?

A higher planned maintenance ratio means fewer emergency breakdowns and lower repair costs.

Tracking this ratio helps assess maintenance efficiency and justify preventive maintenance investments.

IFMA's Operations & Maintenance Core Competency emphasizes the importance of balancing planned and corrective maintenance to optimize resources.

Why Other Options Are Incorrect?

Option A (Work being done right the first time): This measures quality control, not the ratio of planned vs. corrective maintenance.

Option B (Serving occupant needs): While maintenance affects occupants, this ratio specifically assesses cost-effectiveness of preventive strategies.


IFMA Core Competency: Operations & Maintenance -- Optimizing preventive vs. corrective maintenance.

Source: IFMA Facility Maintenance & Asset Management Guide (IFMA, 2023).

by Bettina at Apr 13, 2026, 07:01 AM

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Nobuko
18 days ago
Totally agree, a good ratio saves money!
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Kayleigh
23 days ago
It's all about balancing planned vs. unplanned work.
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Emilio
1 month ago
I thought the ratio was more about efficiency, like option A, but now I'm second-guessing if it really relates to costs like option C does.
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Donte
1 month ago
I feel like option C makes the most sense, but I’m a bit confused about how to measure the adequacy of the planned maintenance program.
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Lynelle
2 months ago
I remember a practice question that mentioned something similar, and I think it was about balancing costs between planned and unplanned maintenance.
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Alayna
2 months ago
I think the ratio is about how well planned maintenance can reduce the need for corrective maintenance, but I'm not sure which option it aligns with.
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