Practice Equipment Operator Costs (6.2) - Fuel Consumption Rates for Different Engine Types

Practice: Equipment Operator Costs

Lesson 6.2Fuel Consumption Rates for Different Engine Types

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6 sample questions

Question 1.
What is the fuel consumption rate for a diesel engine under standard conditions?
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Recall the standard fuel consumption rates provided in the section.
Question 2.
Define mobilization costs.
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Think about what expenses are incurred when starting a project.
3Question 3.
What is the fuel consumption rate for a gasoline engine under standard conditions?
- 0.06 gallons per horsepower hour
- 0.04 gallons per horsepower hour
- 0.25 gallons per horsepower hour
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Recall the values presented for each engine type.
4Question 4.
True or False: The operating factor is irrelevant when calculating fuel costs.
- True
- False
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Think about the factors affecting efficiency during operation.
Question 5.
An excavator with a fuel consumption rate of 0.02 gallons per horsepower hour runs at 600 horsepower. If fuel costs $3 per gallon, estimate the total fuel cost for a 10-hour operation.
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Calculate total gallons consumed first, then multiply by the cost per gallon.
Question 6.
If a caterpillar bulldozer has an operational life of 5,000 hours and a blade costs $1,500 with an expected lifecycle of 200 operational hours, what is the hourly cost associated with replacing the blade?
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Divide the total cost by the lifespan specified.

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