FLORIDA CERTIFIED GENERAL CONTRACTOR – CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION PRACTICE
TEST QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS RATIONALES 2026
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Core Domains
, Preconstruction and Estimating*
Project Contracts and Subcontracts*
Licensing, Permits and Inspections*
Construction Procedures and Scheduling*
Contract Closeout and Warranties*
Regulatory Compliance and Lien Law*
Change Orders and Claims Management*
Safety, Insurance, and Risk Management*
Introduction
, The purpose of this practice exam is to simulate the Contract Administration portion of the Florida Certified
General Contractor examination and to measure readiness for licensure. It assesses knowledge and skills in
cost estimating, contract types, procurement of permits, contract execution and closeout, regulatory
compliance, and on‑site administration. The format uses multiple‑choice and scenario‑based questions
designed to evaluate practical decision making under realistic construction circumstances. Emphasis is placed
on real‑world application, ethical choices, and regulatory requirements so candidates can demonstrate both
technical competence and sound professional judgment.*
SECTION ONE: QUESTIONS 1–100
. A contractor prepares a bid using a square‑foot estimating system but later discovers the project has extensive
specialty finishes that increase labor hours. What is the most appropriate action before submitting the bid?
A. Submit the bid as calculated and adjust through contingency if awarded.
B. Increase the profit margin to cover unknowns.
C. Recalculate using a systems approach with itemized takeoffs.
D. Exclude specialty finishes and note them as owner responsibility.
🟢 C. Recalculate using a systems approach with itemized takeoffs.
🔴 RATIONALE: Recalculating with itemized takeoffs produces a more accurate estimate that reflects specialty
labor and materials, reducing risk of underbidding and aligning with best estimating practices.
. Which contract type places the greatest cost risk on the owner?
A. Lump-sum (fixed price) contract
B. Cost-plus fee contract without a guaranteed maximum price
C. Guaranteed maximum price (GMP) contract
D. Unit-price contract with defined quantities
, 🟢 B. Cost-plus fee contract without a guaranteed maximum price
🔴 RATIONALE: A cost‑plus contract without a GMP passes cost overruns to the owner because contractor
reimbursement is based on actual costs plus fee, increasing owner cost exposure.
. During project closeout, the certificate of occupancy is withheld due to failing final life-safety inspection items.
Who is primarily responsible for resolving the deficiency to obtain the certificate?
A. The building official
B. The contractor under contract obligations
C. The owner, because they hold title to the project
D. The architect of record
🟢 B. The contractor under contract obligations
🔴 RATIONALE: Under typical contract terms the contractor must correct deficiencies to meet substantial
completion and obtain certificate of occupancy per contract requirements.
. A prime contractor receives a change order request from a subcontractor that increases the contract time and
cost. The subcontractor provided no supporting documentation. What is the correct administrative response?
A. Approve the change order immediately to preserve schedule.
B. Reject the change order for lack of documentation.
C. Request substantiating documentation and a revised schedule before approval.
D. Pay half the claimed amount as interim relief.
🟢 C. Request substantiating documentation and a revised schedule before approval.
🔴 RATIONALE: Proper change order administration requires documentation of cost and time impacts and
review of schedule effects before approval to protect contractual and financial interests.
TEST QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS RATIONALES 2026
Q&A | INSTANT DOWNLOAD PDF
Core Domains
, Preconstruction and Estimating*
Project Contracts and Subcontracts*
Licensing, Permits and Inspections*
Construction Procedures and Scheduling*
Contract Closeout and Warranties*
Regulatory Compliance and Lien Law*
Change Orders and Claims Management*
Safety, Insurance, and Risk Management*
Introduction
, The purpose of this practice exam is to simulate the Contract Administration portion of the Florida Certified
General Contractor examination and to measure readiness for licensure. It assesses knowledge and skills in
cost estimating, contract types, procurement of permits, contract execution and closeout, regulatory
compliance, and on‑site administration. The format uses multiple‑choice and scenario‑based questions
designed to evaluate practical decision making under realistic construction circumstances. Emphasis is placed
on real‑world application, ethical choices, and regulatory requirements so candidates can demonstrate both
technical competence and sound professional judgment.*
SECTION ONE: QUESTIONS 1–100
. A contractor prepares a bid using a square‑foot estimating system but later discovers the project has extensive
specialty finishes that increase labor hours. What is the most appropriate action before submitting the bid?
A. Submit the bid as calculated and adjust through contingency if awarded.
B. Increase the profit margin to cover unknowns.
C. Recalculate using a systems approach with itemized takeoffs.
D. Exclude specialty finishes and note them as owner responsibility.
🟢 C. Recalculate using a systems approach with itemized takeoffs.
🔴 RATIONALE: Recalculating with itemized takeoffs produces a more accurate estimate that reflects specialty
labor and materials, reducing risk of underbidding and aligning with best estimating practices.
. Which contract type places the greatest cost risk on the owner?
A. Lump-sum (fixed price) contract
B. Cost-plus fee contract without a guaranteed maximum price
C. Guaranteed maximum price (GMP) contract
D. Unit-price contract with defined quantities
, 🟢 B. Cost-plus fee contract without a guaranteed maximum price
🔴 RATIONALE: A cost‑plus contract without a GMP passes cost overruns to the owner because contractor
reimbursement is based on actual costs plus fee, increasing owner cost exposure.
. During project closeout, the certificate of occupancy is withheld due to failing final life-safety inspection items.
Who is primarily responsible for resolving the deficiency to obtain the certificate?
A. The building official
B. The contractor under contract obligations
C. The owner, because they hold title to the project
D. The architect of record
🟢 B. The contractor under contract obligations
🔴 RATIONALE: Under typical contract terms the contractor must correct deficiencies to meet substantial
completion and obtain certificate of occupancy per contract requirements.
. A prime contractor receives a change order request from a subcontractor that increases the contract time and
cost. The subcontractor provided no supporting documentation. What is the correct administrative response?
A. Approve the change order immediately to preserve schedule.
B. Reject the change order for lack of documentation.
C. Request substantiating documentation and a revised schedule before approval.
D. Pay half the claimed amount as interim relief.
🟢 C. Request substantiating documentation and a revised schedule before approval.
🔴 RATIONALE: Proper change order administration requires documentation of cost and time impacts and
review of schedule effects before approval to protect contractual and financial interests.
