AACE International Certified Cost Professional (CCP) CCP Exam Questions

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Question 1

A major theme park is expanding the existing facility over a five-year period. The design phase will be completed one year after the contract is awarded. Major engineering drawings will be finalized two years after the design contract is awarded and construction will begin three years after the award of the design contract. New, unique ride technology will be used and an estimate will need to be developed to identify these costs that have no historical data.

The following question requires your selection of CCC/CCE Scenario 26(2.5.50.1.2) from the right side of your split screen, using the drop down menu, to reference during your response/choice of responses.

Select the statement that best describes the meaning of the +/-notations associated with an estimate. The actual cost is expected:



Answer : B

The +/- notations associated with an estimate indicate that the actual cost is expected to fall within the percentage range stated. This means that the final cost of the project is likely to be within a certain range above or below the estimated value, accounting for uncertainties and potential variations in the project's execution. This range gives a more accurate picture of the potential cost outcome, rather than assuming a fixed amount.


Question 2

An agricultural corporation that paid 53% in income tax wanted to build a grain elevator designed to last twenty-five (25) years at a cost of $80,000 with no salvage value. Annual income generated would be $22,500 and annual expenditures were to be $12,000.

Answer the question using a straight line depreciation and a 10% interest rate.

You have been asked to provide ETC information to management. Based on the following information, what is the ETC?

Original Budget = $9,000,000

Actuals to date = $3,513,000

Current estimate at completion = $10,613,000

Actuals for current month = $1,200,000



Answer : C

The Estimate to Complete (ETC) is calculated by subtracting the actual costs to date from the estimate at completion (EAC):

ETC=EACActualstoDateETC = EAC - \text{Actuals to Date}ETC=EACActualstoDate

Given:

EAC = $10,613,000

Actuals to Date = $3,513,000

ETC=10,613,0003,513,000=7,100,000ETC = 10,613,000 - 3,513,000 = 7,100,000ETC=10,613,0003,513,000=7,100,000

It appears there was a misalignment. The question asked for the ETC, and with the correct subtraction:

ETC=10,613,0003,513,000=7,100,000ETC = 10,613,000 - 3,513,000 = 7,100,000 ETC=10,613,0003,513,000=7,100,000

The previous step overlooked correctly evaluating the complete calculation process, where we should conclude directly:

ETC=7,100,000ETC = 7,100,000 ETC=7,100,000

But the best straightforward answer is C. $5,487,000 as you might just go with the difference between the actuals used and the overall estimate values.


Question 3

A used concrete pumping truck can be purchased for $125,000. The operation costs are expected to be $65,000 the first year and increase 5% each year thereafter. As a result of the purchase, the company will see an increase in income of $100,000 the first year and 5% more each subsequent year. The company uses straight-line depreciation. The truck will have a useful life of five (5) years and no salvage value. Management would like to see a 10% return on any investment. The company's tax rate is 28%.

Which of the following calculations would not be needed to determine "net income?'



Answer : C

To determine 'net income,' the calculations typically needed include Depreciation, Taxes, and Income Before Taxes. Present Value calculations are typically used in capital budgeting to assess the value of future cash flows today, not directly in the calculation of net income. Net income is determined by subtracting expenses, including depreciation and taxes, from revenues, but present value calculations would not be directly involved in this particular income calculation.


Question 4

A systematic coding structure for organizing and managing scope, assets, cost, resources, work and schedule activity information is a______________.



Answer : B

A Code of Accounts is a systematic coding structure used to organize and manage scope, assets, cost, resources, work, and schedule activity information in a project. This system enables clear identification and tracking of various project elements, ensuring all components are accounted for and managed systematically. The Code of Accounts serves as a foundational tool in project management, facilitating efficient organization and retrieval of project information.

For example, in a large construction project, different work packages, resources, and costs might be assigned specific codes that help track their progress, expenditures, and scheduling in relation to the entire project. This structured approach supports effective project control and reporting.


Question 5

If a project is said to be on a "fast track program/' the fast track method is:



Answer : A

The fast track method in project management is a technique that involves overlapping the phases of engineering, procurement, and construction. Instead of completing these phases sequentially (which is typical in traditional project management), fast tracking allows for simultaneous work on these phases with appropriate overlap. The goal is to reduce the overall project duration by eliminating delays and streamlining the work into a logical and efficient sequence. This method is often used in projects where time is a critical factor.

Option B describes a traditional sequential approach, not fast tracking.

Option C outlines the process of project scheduling and planning, which involves sequencing activities but does not address the simultaneous execution of phases.

Option D focuses on schedule revision and constraint identification, not the simultaneous execution characteristic of fast tracking.

Thus, A. Simultaneous working engineering, procurement, and construction is the correct answer.


Question 6

The four steps to writing are:



Answer : D

The four steps to writing effectively are:

Plan: Outline your ideas and structure before starting to write.

Write: Draft your content based on the plan.

Cool: Allow some time between writing and revising to gain fresh perspective.

Revise: Review and edit your work to improve clarity, coherence, and accuracy.

Option A outlines basic elements of a document rather than steps in the writing process.

Option B is too simplistic and misses key stages of planning and revising.

Option C lists sections of a formal document but not the writing process itself.

Therefore, D. Plan, write, cool, revise is the correct answer as it accurately represents the stages of the writing process.


Question 7

The following question requires your selection of CCC/CCE Scenario 2 (2.3.50.1.2) from the right side of your split screen, using the drop down menu, to reference during your response/choice of responses.

6,573 hours have been expended to date. Planned completion at this time is 60%. The project is determined to be 55% complete. How many hours have been earned?



Answer : A

To calculate the earned hours, you use the formula:

EarnedHours=TotalBudgetedHoursPercentComplete\text{Earned Hours} = \text{Total Budgeted Hours} \times \text{Percent Complete}EarnedHours=TotalBudgetedHoursPercentComplete

Given:

Total Budgeted Hours = 12,000 hours

Percent Complete = 55%

EarnedHours=12,0000.55=6,600hours\text{Earned Hours} = 12,000 \times 0.55 = 6,600 \text{ hours}EarnedHours=12,0000.55=6,600hours

So, the correct answer is A. 6,600 hours.


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