DBIA EXAM 1, | ALL QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
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Question 1
What is a fundamental principle of Design-Build project delivery that emphasizes a single
contract for both design and construction?
A) Divided responsibility
B) Single-point responsibility
C) Owner-led design
D) Separate contracts
E) Traditional procurement
Correct Answer: B) Single-point responsibility
Rationale: One of the core tenets of Design-Build is that the owner enters into a
single contract with one entity (the Design-Builder) responsible for both the design
and construction of the project, simplifying accountability.
Question 2
Which of the following is NOT typically considered a primary benefit of the Design-Build
project delivery method for an owner?
A) Faster project delivery
B) Reduced project risk
C) Enhanced collaboration
D) Lower initial bid price
E) Single point of contact
Correct Answer: D) Lower initial bid price
Rationale: While Design-Build can offer better value through innovation and risk
, transfer, its primary focus is not necessarily on achieving the lowest initial bid price,
as Design-Bid-Build often prioritizes this through competitive bidding on fully
complete designs. Design-Build focuses on best value.
Question 3
In a Design-Build project, when does the contractor typically become involved in the project?
A) Only after the design is 100% complete.
B) During the initial planning and design phases.
C) Only during the construction phase.
D) After all subcontractors have been selected.
E) Only after project funding is fully secured.
Correct Answer: B) During the initial planning and design phases.
Rationale: Early contractor involvement in the design phase is a hallmark of Design-
Build, fostering collaboration, constructability input, and integration of design and
construction expertise.
Question 4
Which project delivery method involves the owner contracting separately with a designer and a
builder?
A) Design-Build
B) Construction Management at-Risk (CMAR)
C) Design-Bid-Build
D) Integrated Project Delivery (IPD)
E) Public-Private Partnership (P3)
Correct Answer: C) Design-Bid-Build
(ALREADY GRADED A+) | VERIFIED ANSWERS | LATEST
VERSIONS (JUST RELEASED)
Question 1
What is a fundamental principle of Design-Build project delivery that emphasizes a single
contract for both design and construction?
A) Divided responsibility
B) Single-point responsibility
C) Owner-led design
D) Separate contracts
E) Traditional procurement
Correct Answer: B) Single-point responsibility
Rationale: One of the core tenets of Design-Build is that the owner enters into a
single contract with one entity (the Design-Builder) responsible for both the design
and construction of the project, simplifying accountability.
Question 2
Which of the following is NOT typically considered a primary benefit of the Design-Build
project delivery method for an owner?
A) Faster project delivery
B) Reduced project risk
C) Enhanced collaboration
D) Lower initial bid price
E) Single point of contact
Correct Answer: D) Lower initial bid price
Rationale: While Design-Build can offer better value through innovation and risk
, transfer, its primary focus is not necessarily on achieving the lowest initial bid price,
as Design-Bid-Build often prioritizes this through competitive bidding on fully
complete designs. Design-Build focuses on best value.
Question 3
In a Design-Build project, when does the contractor typically become involved in the project?
A) Only after the design is 100% complete.
B) During the initial planning and design phases.
C) Only during the construction phase.
D) After all subcontractors have been selected.
E) Only after project funding is fully secured.
Correct Answer: B) During the initial planning and design phases.
Rationale: Early contractor involvement in the design phase is a hallmark of Design-
Build, fostering collaboration, constructability input, and integration of design and
construction expertise.
Question 4
Which project delivery method involves the owner contracting separately with a designer and a
builder?
A) Design-Build
B) Construction Management at-Risk (CMAR)
C) Design-Bid-Build
D) Integrated Project Delivery (IPD)
E) Public-Private Partnership (P3)
Correct Answer: C) Design-Bid-Build
