In a preliminary building estimate, the plinth area method calculates cost mainly by multiplying the plinth area by the:
Correct answer: C. Current cost per unit of plinth area
- A. Number of rooms in the building
- B. Total height of the proposed building
- C. Current cost per unit of plinth area
- D. Average wall thickness of the building
Explanation
The plinth area method uses a known or assessed rate per unit area, such as cost per square metre. The other factors may affect cost but do not directly form the basic calculation in this method.
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