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Certified Cost Professional Questions 33–40 (page: 6)

Updated On: 15-Jun-2026

Which of the following is used for measuring productivity loss?

  1. Eichleay formula
  2. Central limit theorem
  3. Earned value
  4. Value engineering

Answer(s): A

Explanation:

The Eichleay formula is a recognized method used to quantify productivity loss, particularly for calculating unabsorbed home office overhead resulting from project delays that reduce labor efficiency.



Which of the following is NOT an advantage specific to a cost reimbursable contract?

  1. Owner controls all aspects of the work
  2. Provides flexibility in dealing with changes
  3. Evaluation of proposals are much simpler
  4. An early start can be made

Answer(s): C

Explanation:

Cost reimbursable contracts offer flexibility, allow early project start, and give the owner significant involvement in project execution. However, proposal evaluation is not simpler because costs are uncertain and require detailed review, auditing, and ongoing oversight.



Which of the following is a disadvantage to using target contract as a method of contracting?

  1. Flexibility in controlling the work
  2. No opportunity to competitively bid the targets
  3. Encourages economic and speedy completion
  4. Almost immediate start on the work, even without scope definition

Answer(s): B

Explanation:

A target contract typically relies on negotiated targets rather than full competitive bidding, which limits the owner’s ability to competitively bid the target cost and can be a disadvantage compared to other contracting methods.



What is the executed in connection with a contract and secures the performance and fulfillment for all the undertakings, covenants, terms, conditions, and agreements contained in the contract?

  1. Bid bond
  2. Surety bond
  3. Performance bond
  4. Liability insurance

Answer(s): C

Explanation:

A performance bond is executed in connection with a contract to guarantee that the contractor will perform and fulfill all contractual obligations, including the undertakings, covenants, terms, conditions, and agreements specified in the contract.



Deliberate low bidding is often referred to as buying the job.
Which of the following would not be a reason for low bidding?

  1. Reducing or eliminating competition
  2. Survival
  3. Detecting significant errors in the purchaser’s request for quote
  4. Backing out of the bid competition

Answer(s): D

Explanation:

Backing out of the bid competition is not a reason for deliberately submitting a low bid. In contrast, the other options reflect strategic motives such as market presence, survival, or exploiting perceived pricing errors, whereas backing out suggests withdrawal rather than intentional underbidding.



Which of the following best describes the three key participants for projects that are executed under a three-party contractual relationship?

  1. Client, project manager, procurement manager
  2. Procurement officer, underwrite, and project manager
  3. Owner, engineer, contractor
  4. Contracting officer, contractor, and contractor project manager

Answer(s): C

Explanation:

In a three-party contractual relationship, the owner (client), the engineer (designer or consultant), and the contractor (builder) are the key participants. Each plays a distinct role in planning, design, and execution of the project.



A contract clause that provides the owner the right to terminate the contract, in whole or in part, irrespective of the general contractor’s liability is called:

  1. Rescission of contract
  2. Termination of contract - convenience
  3. “No damage” clause
  4. Termination of contract - default

Answer(s): B

Explanation:

Termination for convenience gives the owner the contractual right to end the contract, in whole or in part, without requiring fault or liability on the part of the general contractor.



You are reporting the following Earned Value Analysis information for the project:
EV = $1,500,000 AC = $1,000,000 PV = $2,000,000
What is the status of the project?

  1. Project is ahead of schedule, but under budget
  2. Project is behind schedule, but over budget
  3. Project is behind schedule, but under budget
  4. Project is ahead of schedule, but over budget

Answer(s): C

Explanation:

To assess project status using Earned Value Analysis:
● EV (Earned Value) = $1,500,000
● AC (Actual Cost) = $1,000,000
● PV (Planned Value) = $2,000,000
Schedule variance = EV − PV = −$500,000 (project is behind schedule) Cost variance = EV − AC = +$500,000 (project is under budget)



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