NORTH CAROLINA LANDSCAPE CONTRACTOR
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1. Which soil type has the highest water-holding capacity?
a) Sand
b) Silt
c) Clay
d) Loam
Explanation Clay particles are very small and have a large surface area, allowing
them to retain the most water compared to sand, silt, or loam.
2. The infiltration rate of a soil is most directly affected by which factor?
a) Soil pH
b) Soil texture
c) Soil color
d) Soil temperature
Explanation Soil texture determines pore size distribution, which controls how
quickly water can infiltrate.
3. Evapotranspiration (ET) is best described as:
a) Water loss from soil only
b) Water loss from plants only
c) Combined water loss from soil evaporation and plant transpiration
d) Water loss due to runoff
Explanation ET includes both evaporation from the soil surface and transpiration
through plant leaves.
,4. According to NC law, which of the following elements is mandatory to include in a
landscape contract?
a) The botanical name of every plant to be installed
b) The total price, scope of work, and payment terms
c) A detailed 3D rendering of the finished project
d) A list of subcontractors to be used on the project
Explanation Contracts must clearly outline the scope, total price, and terms to
prevent disputes and comply with North Carolina regulations.
5. What is the most accurate and commonly used tool for determining precise grade
elevations on a construction site?
a) A carpenter's level
b) A tape measure
c) A transit level or laser level
d) A line level
Explanation A transit or laser level provides precise elevation readings necessary for
accurate grading and drainage calculations.
6. Which soil texture is generally considered ideal for landscape plantings due to its
balance of drainage and nutrient retention?
a) Sand
b) Clay
c) Loam
d) Silt
Explanation Loam contains a balanced mixture of sand, silt, and clay, providing both
good drainage and adequate nutrient-holding capacity.
7. What is the primary function of a French drain in a landscape drainage system?
a) To supply water to plant roots during dry periods
b) To collect and redirect subsurface water away from an area
c) To serve as a decorative dry creek bed
d) To filter pollutants from surface runoff
,Explanation French drains prevent water accumulation and promote site drainage by
channeling excess subsurface water to a desired outlet.
8. When estimating the amount of mulch needed for a project, how is the volume
typically calculated?
a) In linear feet
b) In square feet
c) In cubic yards
d) In pounds or tons
Explanation Mulch is sold and measured in cubic yards, based on the area's square
footage multiplied by the desired depth.
9. What is the standard minimum trench depth for residential irrigation lateral lines in
North Carolina to protect them from damage?
a) 6 inches
b) 8 inches
c) 12 inches
d) 24 inches
Explanation Lateral lines are buried about 12 inches deep to protect against damage
from routine lawn care and to ensure system integrity.
10. In North Carolina, a retaining wall exceeding what height typically requires the
design and seal of a licensed structural engineer?
a) 2 feet
b) 3 feet
c) 4 feet
d) 6 feet
Explanation Walls over 4 feet tall are subject to greater structural loads and must be
designed by a licensed engineer to ensure stability and safety.
11. Which turfgrass species is most tolerant of shaded conditions commonly found
in North Carolina residential landscapes?
, a) Bermudagrass
b) Zoysiagrass
c) Tall fescue
d) Centipedegrass
Explanation Tall fescue has better shade tolerance than warm-season grasses like
Bermudagrass and is widely used in the Piedmont and mountain regions of NC.
12. Which of the following is a common symptom of nitrogen deficiency in woody
landscape plants?
a) Interveinal chlorosis on new leaves
b) Stunted growth and yellowing of older leaves
c) Necrotic spots on stems and branches
d) Cupping and curling of leaf margins
Explanation Nitrogen is a mobile nutrient, so a deficiency first appears in older
foliage as it translocates to support new growth.
13. The "Call Before You Dig" (811) program is required by law in North Carolina to:
a) Schedule a final inspection for an irrigation system
b) Notify utility companies to locate underground lines before excavation
c) Register a new landscaping business with the state
d) Apply for a water usage permit for large-scale irrigation
Explanation 811 is a nationwide service that helps prevent damage to underground
utilities and ensures safety by requiring locates before digging.
14. According to NC law, what is the minimum surety bond amount required for a
landscape contractor's license?
a) $5,000
b) $10,000
c) $15,000
d) $25,000
Explanation A $10,000 surety bond is required to be filed with the NCLCLB as part of
the licensing process to protect consumers.
RECOMMENDED PRACTICE EXAM LATEST
QUESTIONS WITH VERIFIED ANSWERS GRADED A+ |
INSTANT PDF DOWNLOAD
1. Which soil type has the highest water-holding capacity?
a) Sand
b) Silt
c) Clay
d) Loam
Explanation Clay particles are very small and have a large surface area, allowing
them to retain the most water compared to sand, silt, or loam.
2. The infiltration rate of a soil is most directly affected by which factor?
a) Soil pH
b) Soil texture
c) Soil color
d) Soil temperature
Explanation Soil texture determines pore size distribution, which controls how
quickly water can infiltrate.
3. Evapotranspiration (ET) is best described as:
a) Water loss from soil only
b) Water loss from plants only
c) Combined water loss from soil evaporation and plant transpiration
d) Water loss due to runoff
Explanation ET includes both evaporation from the soil surface and transpiration
through plant leaves.
,4. According to NC law, which of the following elements is mandatory to include in a
landscape contract?
a) The botanical name of every plant to be installed
b) The total price, scope of work, and payment terms
c) A detailed 3D rendering of the finished project
d) A list of subcontractors to be used on the project
Explanation Contracts must clearly outline the scope, total price, and terms to
prevent disputes and comply with North Carolina regulations.
5. What is the most accurate and commonly used tool for determining precise grade
elevations on a construction site?
a) A carpenter's level
b) A tape measure
c) A transit level or laser level
d) A line level
Explanation A transit or laser level provides precise elevation readings necessary for
accurate grading and drainage calculations.
6. Which soil texture is generally considered ideal for landscape plantings due to its
balance of drainage and nutrient retention?
a) Sand
b) Clay
c) Loam
d) Silt
Explanation Loam contains a balanced mixture of sand, silt, and clay, providing both
good drainage and adequate nutrient-holding capacity.
7. What is the primary function of a French drain in a landscape drainage system?
a) To supply water to plant roots during dry periods
b) To collect and redirect subsurface water away from an area
c) To serve as a decorative dry creek bed
d) To filter pollutants from surface runoff
,Explanation French drains prevent water accumulation and promote site drainage by
channeling excess subsurface water to a desired outlet.
8. When estimating the amount of mulch needed for a project, how is the volume
typically calculated?
a) In linear feet
b) In square feet
c) In cubic yards
d) In pounds or tons
Explanation Mulch is sold and measured in cubic yards, based on the area's square
footage multiplied by the desired depth.
9. What is the standard minimum trench depth for residential irrigation lateral lines in
North Carolina to protect them from damage?
a) 6 inches
b) 8 inches
c) 12 inches
d) 24 inches
Explanation Lateral lines are buried about 12 inches deep to protect against damage
from routine lawn care and to ensure system integrity.
10. In North Carolina, a retaining wall exceeding what height typically requires the
design and seal of a licensed structural engineer?
a) 2 feet
b) 3 feet
c) 4 feet
d) 6 feet
Explanation Walls over 4 feet tall are subject to greater structural loads and must be
designed by a licensed engineer to ensure stability and safety.
11. Which turfgrass species is most tolerant of shaded conditions commonly found
in North Carolina residential landscapes?
, a) Bermudagrass
b) Zoysiagrass
c) Tall fescue
d) Centipedegrass
Explanation Tall fescue has better shade tolerance than warm-season grasses like
Bermudagrass and is widely used in the Piedmont and mountain regions of NC.
12. Which of the following is a common symptom of nitrogen deficiency in woody
landscape plants?
a) Interveinal chlorosis on new leaves
b) Stunted growth and yellowing of older leaves
c) Necrotic spots on stems and branches
d) Cupping and curling of leaf margins
Explanation Nitrogen is a mobile nutrient, so a deficiency first appears in older
foliage as it translocates to support new growth.
13. The "Call Before You Dig" (811) program is required by law in North Carolina to:
a) Schedule a final inspection for an irrigation system
b) Notify utility companies to locate underground lines before excavation
c) Register a new landscaping business with the state
d) Apply for a water usage permit for large-scale irrigation
Explanation 811 is a nationwide service that helps prevent damage to underground
utilities and ensures safety by requiring locates before digging.
14. According to NC law, what is the minimum surety bond amount required for a
landscape contractor's license?
a) $5,000
b) $10,000
c) $15,000
d) $25,000
Explanation A $10,000 surety bond is required to be filed with the NCLCLB as part of
the licensing process to protect consumers.
