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During the pre-installation review, the field issue is that the project condition shows that unpaved site delivery is expected. Which forklift selection is the best match?

Correct Answer

A) Use rough-terrain forklift

rough-terrain forklift best matches the stated condition. The other choices are real construction options in the same family, but they fit different field conditions.

Answer Options
A
Use rough-terrain forklift
B
Use warehouse cushion-tire forklift
C
Use pallet jack over loose subgrade
D
Use telescopic handler where reach is not needed

Why This Is the Correct Answer

rough-terrain forklift best matches the stated condition. The other choices are real construction options in the same family, but they fit different field conditions.

Why the Other Options Are Wrong

Option B: Use warehouse cushion-tire forklift

Use warehouse cushion-tire forklift addresses a neighboring field issue, but not the condition or method control required for forklift terrain.

Option C: Use pallet jack over loose subgrade

Use pallet jack over loose subgrade addresses a neighboring field issue, but not the condition or method control required for forklift terrain.

Option D: Use telescopic handler where reach is not needed

Use telescopic handler where reach is not needed addresses a neighboring field issue, but not the condition or method control required for forklift terrain.

Memory Technique

Forklift Terrain method for Foreman Selecting: condition first, tool second.

Reference Hint

Open-book path: tab Principles and Practices of Commercial Construction, 10th Edition to Tools and equipment; forklift selection by site surface; verify the construction method, material selection, equipment choice, or work sequence that fits the field condition.

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