CSLB B LICENSE GENERAL CONTRACTOR ACTUAL EXAM TEST PAPER FULL QUESTIONS
CORRECT RESPONSES
Question:
When may an unlicensed contractor be charged with a felony?
Answer:
If he contracts for a project covered by a state of emergency or disaster proclaimed by a governor or
POTUS.
Question:
What's the dollar limit for small claims courts?
Answer:
$7,500
Question:
List two types of contracts that require the *Mechanics Lien Warning*
Answer:
(1) Home Improvement Contracts (2) Swimming Pool Contracts
Question:
Home solicitation contract
Answer:
A contract negotiated at any place other than the contractor's normal business location.
Question:
,Which type of contract must be accompanied by the *General Liability* disclosure
Answer:
Contracts for single-family homes.
Question:
Are attorneys allowed in small claims courts?
Answer:
No
Question:
Must home improvement contracts be in writing?
Answer:
Yes
Question:
How late can a buyer in a home solicitation contract cancel the contract
Answer:
Anytime prior to midnight of the 3rd business day. Business days exclude Sundays and legal
holidays. If the contract is for the repair or restoration of a residence damaged by a disaster, the
cancellation period increases to 7 days.
Question:
What's the key to writing an effective *change order*?
Answer:
A change order should describe the proposed work, the price of the change, the total price of the
contract including the change, and any resulting delays to the schedule.
, Question:
When should the contractor collect the price of the change order from the owner?
Answer:
Immediately following the completion of the change.
Question:
If a home solicitation contract is cancelled, does the contractor get paid?
Answer:
No, the contract must return all payments in full within 10 days of cancellation, even if he had
already commenced work.
Question:
How much equity must a qualifier own to be eligible for multiple licenses?
Answer:
20%
Question:
Does the qualifying individual need to own the business?
Answer:
No
Question:
What is the minimum age for a home improvement salesperson?
Answer:
18
Question:
CORRECT RESPONSES
Question:
When may an unlicensed contractor be charged with a felony?
Answer:
If he contracts for a project covered by a state of emergency or disaster proclaimed by a governor or
POTUS.
Question:
What's the dollar limit for small claims courts?
Answer:
$7,500
Question:
List two types of contracts that require the *Mechanics Lien Warning*
Answer:
(1) Home Improvement Contracts (2) Swimming Pool Contracts
Question:
Home solicitation contract
Answer:
A contract negotiated at any place other than the contractor's normal business location.
Question:
,Which type of contract must be accompanied by the *General Liability* disclosure
Answer:
Contracts for single-family homes.
Question:
Are attorneys allowed in small claims courts?
Answer:
No
Question:
Must home improvement contracts be in writing?
Answer:
Yes
Question:
How late can a buyer in a home solicitation contract cancel the contract
Answer:
Anytime prior to midnight of the 3rd business day. Business days exclude Sundays and legal
holidays. If the contract is for the repair or restoration of a residence damaged by a disaster, the
cancellation period increases to 7 days.
Question:
What's the key to writing an effective *change order*?
Answer:
A change order should describe the proposed work, the price of the change, the total price of the
contract including the change, and any resulting delays to the schedule.
, Question:
When should the contractor collect the price of the change order from the owner?
Answer:
Immediately following the completion of the change.
Question:
If a home solicitation contract is cancelled, does the contractor get paid?
Answer:
No, the contract must return all payments in full within 10 days of cancellation, even if he had
already commenced work.
Question:
How much equity must a qualifier own to be eligible for multiple licenses?
Answer:
20%
Question:
Does the qualifying individual need to own the business?
Answer:
No
Question:
What is the minimum age for a home improvement salesperson?
Answer:
18
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