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What is the purpose of adding a wastage percentage in material estimation?
33. What is the purpose of adding a wastage percentage in material estimation?
- To cover unexpected project delays
- To account for damaged or unusable materials
- To provide a safety margin for labor costs
- To adjust for changes in material prices
Answer
The correct answer is: B) To account for damaged or unusable materials
Explanation
Adding wastage percentage ensures that the estimated materials cover any potential losses due to breakage or errors.