Q.What are the various types of mixers used in batching the cement and aggregates? A.The mixing operation consists of rotation or stirring, the objective being to coat the surface the Read More …
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Factors affecting Strength of Concrete
Q.What are the factors affecting the strength of concrete? A.Factors affecting concrete strength Concrete strength is effected by many factors, such as quality of raw materials, water/cement ratio, coarse/fine aggregate Read More …
Factors affecting promotion mix
Q.b) Explain the factors that may affect the design of the promotion mix. (10 marks) (10 marks, 2014 Q6b) A.b) There is no perfect promotion mix. Everyone has to devise Read More …
Budgeting methods for market promotion
Q.b) Explain the methods that firms can use to set the total budget for promotion. (15 marks) (15 marks, 2014 Q5b) A.Are you over budget on marketing promotions activities (e.g. Read More …
Key characteristics of Market Segmentation bases
Q. What is a good market segment? What are the characteristics of a distinctive marketing segment? A. Market Segmentation is defined as: “Market segmentation is a marketing strategy that involves Read More …
Strategies for New Property Launch
Q. b) Explain the strategies used to introduce new property products into the market. (10 marks) (10 marks, 2014 Q3b) A. In the light of today’s technology, the strategies employed Read More …
5 Steps in Selling Process
Q.b) Elaborate five (5) steps in selling process. (15 marks, 2013 Q7b) A.5-STEP SELLING MODELTHURSDAY 21ST MARCH 2013 What we know about the ability of sales people to absorb and Read More …
Value-based pricing vs Cost-based pricing
Q.b) Explain the differences between value-based pricing and cost-based pricing. (15 marks) (15 marks, 2013 Q6b) A.b) Businesses have methods by which to price their products and services. Two common Read More …
Floor Finishes and Suitability Q7
Q. a) Explain three (3) factors to be considered in selecting floor finishes. (9 marks) b) Suggest and give reasons for selecting the types of floor finishes suitable for the Read More …
Variables in Concrete Mix Q6
Q. a) State the functions of the following materials in concrete mix. i) Cement ii) Aggregates iii) Water (9 marks) b) Explain how the method of batching, placing, compacting and Read More …
Blocks vs Bricks Q5
Q. a) Apart from bricks, blocks are also used in the construction of walls. Explain what is a block and describe the types of blocks that are commonly used. (15 Read More …
Staircases Q4
Q.a) With the use of diagram, label the elements of a timber staircase. (10 marks) b) Explain three (3) principles of the construction of domestic staircases. (15 marks) (25 marks, Read More …
Types of doors 2 Q3
Q. a) Elaborate two (2) factors to be considered in deciding on the type of door for a dwelling house. (10 marks) b) Using diagrams, explain the following types of Read More …
Bonding Joints Q2
Q. a) ‘Brick bonding must be overlapping and continuous vertical joints should be avoided.’ Explain and show how to overcome the problem. (13 marks) b) By using diagrams, describe the Read More …
Choices of foundation and Shallow Foundation Q1
Q. a) Explain how the following factors influence the choice of building foundation. i) The total loads of the building. ii) The nature and bearing capacity of the subsoil. (10 Read More …
Promissory Estoppel revisited Q8
Q. Yuri paid RM10,000 to Roger who in return orally agreed to sell to Yuri his house for that sum. Roger refused to sell the house. Advice Yuri. (20 marks, Read More …
Responsibilities of Principals and Agents Q7
Q. Compare and contrast the responsibilities between the principal and the agent. (20 marks, 2014 Q7) A. Section 135, Contract Act 1950 as below. An “agent” is a person employed Read More …
Hierarchy of Malaysian Courts Q6
Q. Ascertain the hierarchy of Malaysian Courts and the jurisdiction of the Civil Courts in West Malaysia. (20 marks, 2014 Q6) A. Earlier post on Civil jurisdictions of Courts in Read More …
Rights of House Owners against damages by Developer Q5
Q. A housing project was completed by the Syarikat Mewah Berhad. A few of the house purchasers intended to claim damages from Syarikat Mewah Berhad because the water tank installed Read More …
Negligence, Tort and Contract Q4
Q. a) Describe professional negligence. (10 marks) b) Distinguish between Tort and Contract. (10 marks) (20 marks, 2014 Q4) A. a) Read specific posting on Professional Negligence Cases here. James Read More …