Which of the following is an example of a DIRECT (hard) cost of construction?

Which of the following is an example of a

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ALabor and materials used to frame the building
BArchitect and engineering fees
CConstruction loan interest during the build period
DDeveloper's profit margin

✓ Correct answer: A. Labor and materials used to frame the building Direct (hard) costs are the physical costs of construction — labor, materials, and equipment. Architect fees, loan interest, and developer's profit are indirect (soft) costs.

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