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A rectangular work area is 160 ft by 95 ft. A 24 ft gate opening will not receive fence. How many linear feet of temporary fence are needed?

Correct Answer

B) 486 lf

Compute the perimeter and subtract the gate opening.

Answer Options
A
462 lf
B
486 lf
C
510 lf
D
534 lf

Why This Is the Correct Answer

Compute the perimeter and subtract the gate opening.

Why the Other Options Are Wrong

Option A: 462 lf

462 lf is below the supported result for temporary fencing; it likely omits allowance, conversion, coverage, or final round-up.

Option C: 510 lf

510 lf is above the supported result for temporary fencing; it likely double-counts allowance, uses the wrong unit, or rounds too early.

Option D: 534 lf

534 lf is above the supported result for temporary fencing; it likely double-counts allowance, uses the wrong unit, or rounds too early.

Memory Technique

Lays Out takeoff: count the condition before counting the package.

Reference Hint

Open-book path: tab Principles and Practices of Commercial Construction, 11th Edition, 2024 to Site logistics estimating; temporary fencing; match the project role and timing before choosing.

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