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1. Under the Michigan Residential Code, what is the minimum required height
for a guardrail on a deck that is 30 inches above grade?
A) 30 inches
B) 36 inches
C) 42 inches
D) 48 inches
2. A contract that is not based on a written or spoken agreement, but on the
conduct of the parties, is known as:
A) An express contract
B) A unilateral contract
C) An implied contract
D) A void contract
3. In construction estimating, "overhead" refers to:
A) The cost of specific materials for a project
B) Direct labor wages for the crew
,C) General business expenses not tied to a specific project
D) The profit margin added to a bid
4. The Michigan Occupational Code requires that a builder's license must be
renewed every:
A) 1 year
B) 2 years
C) 3 years
D) 5 years
5. A "Change Order" is used to:
A) Terminate a construction contract
B) Modify the original plans, price, or schedule of a project
C) Order new materials from a supplier
D) Change the project superintendent
6. According to Michigan law, the "Statute of Limitations" for filing a lawsuit for
a construction defect on a residential property is generally:
A) 2 years from the discovery of the defect
B) 3 years from the completion of the project
C) 6 years from the time of occupancy
D) It varies, but is often 6 years from completion or 2 years from discovery
7. What is the primary purpose of a building permit?
A) To increase municipal revenue
B) To ensure construction complies with approved plans and codes
C) To provide proof of ownership
D) To secure financing for the project
8. A "Mechanic's Lien" is a legal claim that can be filed by:
A) The homeowner against a negligent builder
B) A contractor, subcontractor, or supplier for unpaid work/materials
C) The bank to foreclose on a property
D) The local government for permit violations
, 9. The critical path in a project schedule is:
A) The longest sequence of tasks that determines the project duration
B) The path with the most expensive tasks
C) The first set of tasks to be completed
D) A path with flexible timing and float
10. In Michigan, who is ultimately responsible for ensuring a construction site
meets OSHA safety standards?
A) The employee
B) The homeowner
C) The employer (the builder)
D) The project architect
11. The minimum width for a residential hallway is typically:
A) 30 inches
B) 36 inches
C) 42 inches
D) 44 inches
12. A "Surety Bond" required for a builder's license primarily protects:
A) The builder from homeowner lawsuits
B) The subcontractors from non-payment
C) The consumer against financial loss due to the builder's failure to perform
D) The building inspector from liability
13. The term "R-value" refers to a material's:
A) Resistance to fire
B) Thermal resistance or insulating effectiveness
C) Rainwater permeability
D) Relative density
14. A "Time and Materials" contract is best used when:
A) The project scope is very well-defined
B) The project is a large public works job