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A wheel loader is performing a V-pattern loading operation. The ideal cycle time involves 15 seconds for loading, 10 seconds for travel to the truck, 10 seconds for dumping/positioning, and 5 seconds for return travel. What is the calculated ideal cycle time?
The ideal cycle time is the sum of all individual operational times: 15s (loading) + 10s (travel to truck) + 10s (dumping/positioning) + 5s (return travel) = 40
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Question: A wheel loader is performing a V-pattern loading operation. The ideal cycle time involves 15 seconds for loading, 10 seconds for travel to the truck, 10 seconds for dumping/positioning, and 5 seconds for return travel. What is the calculated ideal cycle time?
Answer options: ✅ 40 seconds
- 30 seconds
- 50 seconds
- 60 seconds
Correct answer: 40 seconds
Explanation: The ideal cycle time is the sum of all individual operational times: 15s (loading) + 10s (travel to truck) + 10s (dumping/positioning) + 5s (return travel) = 40 seconds. Monitoring actual vs. ideal cycle times helps identify inefficiencies.
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