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NORTH CAROLINA LANDSCAPE CONTRACTOR
ACTUAL EXAM TESTBANK ALL 300 QUESTIONS
AND CORRECT ANSWERS LATEST UPDATE THIS
YEAR
NORTH CAROLINA LANDSCAPE CONTRACTOR
REAL EXAM – FULL PRACTICE QUESTIONS
LATEST EDITION | COMPREHENSIVE
Exam Type: Multiple-Choice
Content: Verified Questions with Correct Answers and Rationales
EXAM OVERVIEW
This practice exam is designed for candidates preparing for the North Carolina Landscape
Contractor Licensing Examination administered by the NC Landscape Contractors’ Licensing
Board (NCLCLB).
It covers all required content areas:
1. Landscape Design & Planning
2. Site Preparation, Grading & Drainage
3. Plant Selection, Installation & Maintenance
4. Irrigation Systems & Water Management
5. Hardscaping & Construction Techniques
6. Laws, Contracts, Safety, & Business Practices
Each question includes the correct answer in bold and a brief rationale explaining why it is
correct.
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EXAM QUESTIONS
Question 1
The North Carolina Landscape Contractor Licensing Board was established to:
A. Promote agricultural education
B. Regulate the practice of landscape contracting and protect the public ✅
C. Issue building permits for contractors
D. Manage environmental assessments
Rationale:
The NCLCLB ensures only qualified individuals practice landscape contracting, protecting
public welfare and maintaining professional standards.
Question 2
Which of the following must be included in a landscape contract under NC law?
A. Only the total price
B. A list of plants only
C. The scope of work, total price, and payment terms ✅
D. A verbal agreement
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Rationale:
Contracts must clearly outline scope, total price, and payment terms to prevent disputes and
comply with NC regulations.
Question 3
What is the most accurate method for determining the grade on a site?
A. Tape measure
B. Carpenter’s level
C. Transit level or laser level ✅
D. Visual inspection
Rationale:
Transit or laser levels provide precise elevation readings needed for grading and drainage
accuracy.
Question 4
Which soil texture has the best balance of drainage and nutrient retention?
A. Sand
B. Clay
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C. Loam ✅
D. Silt
Rationale:
Loam combines sand, silt, and clay to provide ideal water retention, drainage, and nutrient
availability for plant growth.
Question 5
The ideal pH for most turfgrass species in North Carolina is:
A. 4.5–5.0
B. 8.0–9.0
C. 6.0–6.5 ✅
D. 5.5–6.0
Rationale:
A slightly acidic pH of 6.0–6.5 promotes optimal nutrient uptake in most turf species.
Question 6
When preparing a landscape site, erosion control measures should be installed:
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NORTH CAROLINA LANDSCAPE CONTRACTOR
ACTUAL EXAM TESTBANK ALL 300 QUESTIONS
AND CORRECT ANSWERS LATEST UPDATE THIS
YEAR
NORTH CAROLINA LANDSCAPE CONTRACTOR
REAL EXAM – FULL PRACTICE QUESTIONS
LATEST EDITION | COMPREHENSIVE
Exam Type: Multiple-Choice
Content: Verified Questions with Correct Answers and Rationales
EXAM OVERVIEW
This practice exam is designed for candidates preparing for the North Carolina Landscape
Contractor Licensing Examination administered by the NC Landscape Contractors’ Licensing
Board (NCLCLB).
It covers all required content areas:
1. Landscape Design & Planning
2. Site Preparation, Grading & Drainage
3. Plant Selection, Installation & Maintenance
4. Irrigation Systems & Water Management
5. Hardscaping & Construction Techniques
6. Laws, Contracts, Safety, & Business Practices
Each question includes the correct answer in bold and a brief rationale explaining why it is
correct.
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EXAM QUESTIONS
Question 1
The North Carolina Landscape Contractor Licensing Board was established to:
A. Promote agricultural education
B. Regulate the practice of landscape contracting and protect the public ✅
C. Issue building permits for contractors
D. Manage environmental assessments
Rationale:
The NCLCLB ensures only qualified individuals practice landscape contracting, protecting
public welfare and maintaining professional standards.
Question 2
Which of the following must be included in a landscape contract under NC law?
A. Only the total price
B. A list of plants only
C. The scope of work, total price, and payment terms ✅
D. A verbal agreement
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Rationale:
Contracts must clearly outline scope, total price, and payment terms to prevent disputes and
comply with NC regulations.
Question 3
What is the most accurate method for determining the grade on a site?
A. Tape measure
B. Carpenter’s level
C. Transit level or laser level ✅
D. Visual inspection
Rationale:
Transit or laser levels provide precise elevation readings needed for grading and drainage
accuracy.
Question 4
Which soil texture has the best balance of drainage and nutrient retention?
A. Sand
B. Clay
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C. Loam ✅
D. Silt
Rationale:
Loam combines sand, silt, and clay to provide ideal water retention, drainage, and nutrient
availability for plant growth.
Question 5
The ideal pH for most turfgrass species in North Carolina is:
A. 4.5–5.0
B. 8.0–9.0
C. 6.0–6.5 ✅
D. 5.5–6.0
Rationale:
A slightly acidic pH of 6.0–6.5 promotes optimal nutrient uptake in most turf species.
Question 6
When preparing a landscape site, erosion control measures should be installed:
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