Question

software has been developed to help the estimator "churn out the numbers" but it cannot replace a sound understanding of the principles of estimating. Which statement below is FALSE? Computerized estimating allows an estimator to quickly change a price or a productivity rate and get an instantaneous change in the project cost.

If you know how to operate an estimating software package does not mean that you know how to prepare an estimate.

The advantage of specialized estimating software is that they are inexpensive and require little set up or maintenance.

Spreadsheet software is a powerful tool for the construction estimator

Answer 1

Statement 1 says that Computerized estimating allows an estimator to quickly change a price or a productivity rate and get an instantaneous change in the project cost; which is true.

Statement 2 says If you know how to operate an estimating software package does not mean that you know how to prepare an estimate: which is true because estimation requires extensive understanding of the project and relevant experience.

Statement 3 states The advantage of specialized estimating software is that they are inexpensive and require little set up or maintenance : this statement is false because estimating software isn't cheap and you should be prepared to invest in technology.

Statement 4 states Spreadsheet software is a powerful tool for the construction estimator : which is true .