Exam AACE-PSP Topic 2 Question 68 Discussion
Actual exam question for AACE International's AACE-PSP exam
Question #: 68
Topic #: 2
Question #: 68
Topic #: 2
What is the cycle time?


Suggested Answer: D Vote an answer
* Understanding the Cycle Time:
A cycle time includes all the operations needed for one complete lift:
Sling Up: 5 minutes
Hoist Up: 4 minutes
Discharge: 3 minutes
Clear Unload Area: 3 minutes
Hoist Down: 2 minutes
* Calculate Total Cycle Time:
Cycle Time = 5 + 4 + 3 + 3 + 2 = 17 minutes.
* Cross-Verification:
Option A (5 minutes): Incorrect. Excludes operations.
Option C (14 minutes): Incorrect. Underestimates.
Option D (6 minutes): Incorrect. Miscalculation.
Option B (17 minutes): Correct.
A cycle time includes all the operations needed for one complete lift:
Sling Up: 5 minutes
Hoist Up: 4 minutes
Discharge: 3 minutes
Clear Unload Area: 3 minutes
Hoist Down: 2 minutes
* Calculate Total Cycle Time:
Cycle Time = 5 + 4 + 3 + 3 + 2 = 17 minutes.
* Cross-Verification:
Option A (5 minutes): Incorrect. Excludes operations.
Option C (14 minutes): Incorrect. Underestimates.
Option D (6 minutes): Incorrect. Miscalculation.
Option B (17 minutes): Correct.
by Madeline at Jul 15, 2026, 08:55 PM
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