Required inputs for Cost Estimations?

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Inputs for Cost Estimations include project scope, materials, labor costs, equipment costs, overhead costs, and profit margin.

Project scope: Detailed understanding of the project requirements and deliverables.
Materials: Cost of all materials required for the project.
Labor costs: Cost of labor required to complete the project.
Equipment costs: Cost of any equipment or machinery needed for the project.
Overhead costs: Additional costs such as utilities, insurance, and administrative expenses.
Profit margin: Percentage added to the total cost to cover profit.
Example: For a construction project, inputs would include materials like cement and steel, labor costs for workers, equipment costs for machinery, overhead costs for permits and insurance, and profit margin for the contractor.

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