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3. Explain two methods that can be used in order to identify realistic estimations when developing a budget. [2.2]

In Fred Stenson’s “In Search of a Modest Proposal” the author states, using his daughter’s first essay assignment as an example, that essays are inherently personal and should reflect the author’s own ideas, and that essay curriculums are flawed in their formulaic approach to teaching what is supposed to be a creative form of writing. Stenson’s essay uses a liberal amount of sarcasm to get his point across, and coupled with a reliance on personal examples his overall argument loses some efficacy. However, most of his irony and sarcasm are effective in their emotional appeals, and when coupled with more convincing examples and reference to authority that directly support his claim, they make for a compelling debate that is hard to refute.

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3. Explain two methods that can be used in order to identify realistic estimations when developing a budget. [2.2]

Determining the most appropriate estimating technique for the project is important. Choosing the right technique depends on the amount of information you have from past similar projects, and the information you have regarding the current project, such as scope baseline, project schedule, human resource plan, risk register, enterprise environmental factors, and organizational process assets (Project Management Institute, 2008). It is also important to know how much time and money the

Budgets and Planning. To begin with, the program, like the organization, fosters an open and collaborative environment for the process to take place. In this regard, it is, therefore, impossible for any one space or environment to be able to accommodate every conceivable project or application that is “thought up”. Therefore, certain perimeters and guidelines need to be established to assess costs with the program and help determine a course of action in future planning. As we are discussing costs, we assume there is a

A college degree is becoming increasingly more valuable with many decent jobs requiring some sort of higher education. As more students prepare to enter college, many are faced with the escalating prices of not only tuition, but also other things such as textbooks and the cost of living. This problem has been especially prominent in California, particularly within the last month, due to the UC regent’s new and controversial plans for an in-state tuition increase of five percent in five years. With the rising prices of tuition many students must turn to student loans. These loans often get them through the expensive costs of school, but after they graduate, they are left with a substantial amount of debt to pay off. I think we can all agree that something must be done in order to stop students from having to pay these ridiculous tuition prices while still being able to get a quality college education. The answer actually lies in a system used decades ago, known as indentured servitude. If we want to create economic stability for future generations to come we must give them proper access to a college education without the worry of tremendous financial debt. In order to achieve this, I propose that any student will be able to attend a university free of charge, but after graduating must be given to an owner who will dictate their work, where and how they live until they finish their service which will range from fifteen to twenty years, depending on the

1.1 This report will provide guidance for the procedure of preparing an estimate for building works. It will include the factors that affect the overall cost of the project explaining them in general as well as explaining them on the example provided.

Recently, I was tasked with completing a takeoff of the wall tile to be placed in our building. The owner had requested full-height tile in the restrooms, but the quote that came in seemed high. By completing the takeoff, I was able to identify the problems in the estimate. I have found the project estimator to be a great resource. If I have any questions pertaining the subcontracts, my first contact is always our estimator. A simple question asked over the phone can often transform into a conversation where I am able to learn something new about estimating. I was recently offered to have my internship extended in order to spend a few weeks in the estimating department. Going into my internship I wanted nothing to do with estimating, but now that I see how the different departments work together to create a building, the importance of estimators stands out to me. I am excited to experience two concentrations of construction in order to see which suites my personality the

I think with any crime there should definitely be some sort of physical evidence to help convict a person. Time after time, victims tend to forget or add false details because they are so traumatized by the incident. This is why prosecutors should have complete physical evidence to convict someone else. Too many people are wrongfully accused for crimes they never committed and like the movie their lives never go back to normal. No amount of money in the world could ever get back the time lost away from family and friends, or help correct the life they may have had if they weren’t wrongly convicted. It seems to me that our justice system has become increasingly corrupted over the years. Many times the courts just want to convict someone with

God has been believed to be that being which is all good, all knowing, and all powerful. St. Thomas Aquinas in, The Five Ways—Question II, Third Article, responds to two specific objections which aim to prove God’s nonexistence. The first objection rests upon the notion that if one of two contradictions are infinite, the other cannot possibly exist. That is to say, if God does exist, there would be no evil in the world because God is believed to be infinitely good. If he were all good, all knowing, and all powerful, he would be more than capable of creating and maintaining a world in which no evil exists.

The analysis of the financial projection in this report is based on the assumptions and the information which you (client) provided. These assumptions and information can be change with the passage of time. The

To facilitate effective and accurate analysis including cost and construction scheduling. This would be done by using information extracted directly from models and created

Initial projections show that the current schedule will take 50 weeks to finish with a final budget estimate of $3.152 million. Although the project estimate comes in under budget, the time frame for completion extends beyond the acceptable 45

For each project you’re planning, you need to be clear on just how much money you’re willing to spend.