, Question 1
A Virginia Class A contractor's license is required when the total value of a
single contract, including labor and materials, exceeds what threshold?
A. $10,000
B. $50,000
C. $120,000
D. $150,000
Correct Answer: C - $120,000
RATIONALE
Under Virginia Code § 54.1-1100, a Class A license is required for
contracts of $120,000 or more, or when the project involves more than
three stories. Class B covers $10,000-$120,000 and Class C covers
$1,000-$10,000, making the other options incorrect thresholds.
Question 2
In a Virginia construction project, a mechanic's lien must be filed within how
many days from the last day of the month in which the claimant last furnished
labor or materials?
A. 30 days
B. 60 days
C. 90 days
D. 120 days
Correct Answer: C - 90 days
RATIONALE
Virginia Code § 43-4 requires a mechanic's lien to be filed within 90
days from the last day of the month in which the claimant last
provided labor or materials. This deadline is strictly enforced, and
failure to file within this period forfeits lien rights.
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, Question 3
Which OSHA construction standard mandates that a competent person conduct
daily inspections of excavations, adjacent areas, and protective systems?
A. 29 CFR 1926.650
B. 29 CFR 1926.651
C. 29 CFR 1926.652
D. 29 CFR 1926.653
Correct Answer: B - 29 CFR 1926.651
RATIONALE
29 CFR 1926.651(k)(1) requires a competent person to inspect
excavations daily before work begins and as needed throughout the
shift. Subpart P (1926.650-652) covers excavation safety, but only
.651 specifically mandates daily inspections.
Question 4
A Virginia contractor is reviewing a contract that includes a 'pay-when-paid'
clause. Under Virginia law, how is this clause typically interpreted?
A. It guarantees payment within 30 days of invoice.
B. It transfers the risk of owner nonpayment to the subcontractor.
C. It requires the owner to pay the general contractor before any
subcontractor.
D. It is unenforceable as against public policy.
Correct Answer: B - It transfers the risk of owner nonpayment to
the subcontractor.
RATIONALE
Virginia courts generally enforce 'pay-when-paid' clauses as timing
mechanisms that shift the risk of owner nonpayment to subcontractors,
provided the language is clear. This differs from 'pay-if-paid' clauses,
which are also enforceable in Virginia if unambiguous.
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, Question 5
For a Virginia Class A contractor, what is the minimum net worth or assets
requirement to qualify for licensure?
A. $10,000
B. $25,000
C. $45,000
D. $50,000
Correct Answer: D - $50,000
RATIONALE
Virginia Code § 54.1-1100 requires Class A contractors to have a
minimum net worth of $50,000 or more. This financial threshold
ensures the contractor can handle large projects and meet obligations.
Question 6
Under Virginia's Uniform Statewide Building Code (USBC), when is a
building permit required for a residential renovation project?
A. Only when the project exceeds $5,000 in value.
B. Only when structural, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical work is
involved.
C. Only when the project adds square footage.
D. Always, regardless of scope or cost.
Correct Answer: B - Only when structural, electrical, plumbing,
or mechanical work is involved.
RATIONALE
The USBC requires permits for work involving structural, electrical,
plumbing, or mechanical changes, as these affect safety and code
compliance. Cosmetic work like painting or flooring typically does
not require a permit unless it involves regulated systems.
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A Virginia Class A contractor's license is required when the total value of a
single contract, including labor and materials, exceeds what threshold?
A. $10,000
B. $50,000
C. $120,000
D. $150,000
Correct Answer: C - $120,000
RATIONALE
Under Virginia Code § 54.1-1100, a Class A license is required for
contracts of $120,000 or more, or when the project involves more than
three stories. Class B covers $10,000-$120,000 and Class C covers
$1,000-$10,000, making the other options incorrect thresholds.
Question 2
In a Virginia construction project, a mechanic's lien must be filed within how
many days from the last day of the month in which the claimant last furnished
labor or materials?
A. 30 days
B. 60 days
C. 90 days
D. 120 days
Correct Answer: C - 90 days
RATIONALE
Virginia Code § 43-4 requires a mechanic's lien to be filed within 90
days from the last day of the month in which the claimant last
provided labor or materials. This deadline is strictly enforced, and
failure to file within this period forfeits lien rights.
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, Question 3
Which OSHA construction standard mandates that a competent person conduct
daily inspections of excavations, adjacent areas, and protective systems?
A. 29 CFR 1926.650
B. 29 CFR 1926.651
C. 29 CFR 1926.652
D. 29 CFR 1926.653
Correct Answer: B - 29 CFR 1926.651
RATIONALE
29 CFR 1926.651(k)(1) requires a competent person to inspect
excavations daily before work begins and as needed throughout the
shift. Subpart P (1926.650-652) covers excavation safety, but only
.651 specifically mandates daily inspections.
Question 4
A Virginia contractor is reviewing a contract that includes a 'pay-when-paid'
clause. Under Virginia law, how is this clause typically interpreted?
A. It guarantees payment within 30 days of invoice.
B. It transfers the risk of owner nonpayment to the subcontractor.
C. It requires the owner to pay the general contractor before any
subcontractor.
D. It is unenforceable as against public policy.
Correct Answer: B - It transfers the risk of owner nonpayment to
the subcontractor.
RATIONALE
Virginia courts generally enforce 'pay-when-paid' clauses as timing
mechanisms that shift the risk of owner nonpayment to subcontractors,
provided the language is clear. This differs from 'pay-if-paid' clauses,
which are also enforceable in Virginia if unambiguous.
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, Question 5
For a Virginia Class A contractor, what is the minimum net worth or assets
requirement to qualify for licensure?
A. $10,000
B. $25,000
C. $45,000
D. $50,000
Correct Answer: D - $50,000
RATIONALE
Virginia Code § 54.1-1100 requires Class A contractors to have a
minimum net worth of $50,000 or more. This financial threshold
ensures the contractor can handle large projects and meet obligations.
Question 6
Under Virginia's Uniform Statewide Building Code (USBC), when is a
building permit required for a residential renovation project?
A. Only when the project exceeds $5,000 in value.
B. Only when structural, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical work is
involved.
C. Only when the project adds square footage.
D. Always, regardless of scope or cost.
Correct Answer: B - Only when structural, electrical, plumbing,
or mechanical work is involved.
RATIONALE
The USBC requires permits for work involving structural, electrical,
plumbing, or mechanical changes, as these affect safety and code
compliance. Cosmetic work like painting or flooring typically does
not require a permit unless it involves regulated systems.
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