Florida Contractor's Manual 2026 | Most Tested Questions &
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1. Describe the significance of workers compensation coverage for contractors
as outlined in 489.114.
Workers compensation coverage is essential for protecting
employees and ensuring compliance with state regulations.
Workers compensation coverage is a form of liability insurance for
contractors.
Workers compensation coverage is only required for subcontractors,
not contractors.
Workers compensation coverage is optional and only needed for
large projects.
2. Who must provide written consent for changes to an approved entity in a
construction project according to the Florida Contractor's Manual?
Owner or Architect
Architect only
Owner only
Owner and Architect
3. A qualifying agent for a business organization _.
keeps the company president form having to visit the job sites.
has the obligation to notify the governor when his address changes.
is legally qualified to act for the business in all matters connected
with contracting.
must requalify the business every two years.
,4. When a deposit is made 3 days late, you will incur a fee?
- 4%
- 2%
- 3%
- 5%
5. Which of the following can issue a change directive?
Contractor and Owner
Engineer
Architect
Owner and Architect
6. What term is used to describe the total amount proposed by a bidder to
complete the work as outlined in the bidding documents?
Addenda
Sub-bidder
Alternate Bid
Base Bid
7. If a contractor consistently makes deposits late and incurs a 2% fee each time,
how might this affect their overall project profitability?
The contractor's overall project profitability may decrease due to
the accumulation of late fees, which can add up significantly over
time.
The contractor's profitability will remain unchanged regardless of late
fees.
, The contractor will receive bonuses for late payments.
The contractor will benefit from increased cash flow due to late fees.
8. ABC Electrical has been awarded a Contract to perform the electrical work
on a project. The GC wants ABC to correct some of thedeficiencies of the
portion of the completed work. GC gives a written notice to correct the
deficiencies. According to the AIAdocuments, ABC must commence the work
within not less than how many days after getting a notice from the GC?
3
5
7
10
9. Who is responsible for providing the Subcontractor with proof of insurance
as stipulated in the Prime Contract?
Architect
Contractor
Inspector
Owner
10. Describe the purpose of addenda in the context of construction contracts.
Addenda are used to reject bids from contractors.
Addenda serve to modify the original Bidding Documents to clarify
or change the terms before the contract is executed.
Addenda are documents that outline the final project specifications.
Addenda are used to finalize the contract after bids are submitted.
, 11. What is the maximum time frame for the Owner to notify the Contractor
about incomplete work after Substantial Completion?
One year
Two years
Thirty days
Six months
12. Which of the following items is explicitly excluded from the definition of
'advertise' as per the Florida Contractor's Manual?
Construction site signs
Business cards
Newspapers
Pencils
13. In any action against an unlined contractor for injuries sustained resulting
form the contractor's negligence, which of the following statements is true?
The consumer is entitled to three times the actual damages
sustained, plus costs and attorney's fees.
The contractor will pay a fine of $1,000 or 10% of the cost, whichever
is greater.
The consumer is entitled to two times the actual damages sustained,
costs and attorney's fee.
The consumer is entitled to 1-1/2 times the actual damages sustained,
costs and attorney's fees.
Verified Answers | Latest Update | Graded A+
1. Describe the significance of workers compensation coverage for contractors
as outlined in 489.114.
Workers compensation coverage is essential for protecting
employees and ensuring compliance with state regulations.
Workers compensation coverage is a form of liability insurance for
contractors.
Workers compensation coverage is only required for subcontractors,
not contractors.
Workers compensation coverage is optional and only needed for
large projects.
2. Who must provide written consent for changes to an approved entity in a
construction project according to the Florida Contractor's Manual?
Owner or Architect
Architect only
Owner only
Owner and Architect
3. A qualifying agent for a business organization _.
keeps the company president form having to visit the job sites.
has the obligation to notify the governor when his address changes.
is legally qualified to act for the business in all matters connected
with contracting.
must requalify the business every two years.
,4. When a deposit is made 3 days late, you will incur a fee?
- 4%
- 2%
- 3%
- 5%
5. Which of the following can issue a change directive?
Contractor and Owner
Engineer
Architect
Owner and Architect
6. What term is used to describe the total amount proposed by a bidder to
complete the work as outlined in the bidding documents?
Addenda
Sub-bidder
Alternate Bid
Base Bid
7. If a contractor consistently makes deposits late and incurs a 2% fee each time,
how might this affect their overall project profitability?
The contractor's overall project profitability may decrease due to
the accumulation of late fees, which can add up significantly over
time.
The contractor's profitability will remain unchanged regardless of late
fees.
, The contractor will receive bonuses for late payments.
The contractor will benefit from increased cash flow due to late fees.
8. ABC Electrical has been awarded a Contract to perform the electrical work
on a project. The GC wants ABC to correct some of thedeficiencies of the
portion of the completed work. GC gives a written notice to correct the
deficiencies. According to the AIAdocuments, ABC must commence the work
within not less than how many days after getting a notice from the GC?
3
5
7
10
9. Who is responsible for providing the Subcontractor with proof of insurance
as stipulated in the Prime Contract?
Architect
Contractor
Inspector
Owner
10. Describe the purpose of addenda in the context of construction contracts.
Addenda are used to reject bids from contractors.
Addenda serve to modify the original Bidding Documents to clarify
or change the terms before the contract is executed.
Addenda are documents that outline the final project specifications.
Addenda are used to finalize the contract after bids are submitted.
, 11. What is the maximum time frame for the Owner to notify the Contractor
about incomplete work after Substantial Completion?
One year
Two years
Thirty days
Six months
12. Which of the following items is explicitly excluded from the definition of
'advertise' as per the Florida Contractor's Manual?
Construction site signs
Business cards
Newspapers
Pencils
13. In any action against an unlined contractor for injuries sustained resulting
form the contractor's negligence, which of the following statements is true?
The consumer is entitled to three times the actual damages
sustained, plus costs and attorney's fees.
The contractor will pay a fine of $1,000 or 10% of the cost, whichever
is greater.
The consumer is entitled to two times the actual damages sustained,
costs and attorney's fee.
The consumer is entitled to 1-1/2 times the actual damages sustained,
costs and attorney's fees.
