NASCLA Business Law and Licensing Requirements

Question 1

Under most state contractor licensing laws, what is the primary purpose of requiring contractors to hold a valid license?

Accepted Answer

To protect the public from unqualified contractors

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To generate state revenue

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To limit competition in the construction market

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To standardize contractor pricing

Question 2

Which federal law governs how contractors must treat employee wages on federally funded construction projects over $2,000?

Accepted Answer

Davis-Bacon Act

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Fair Labor Standards Act

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Occupational Safety and Health Act

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National Labor Relations Act

Question 3

A contractor who performs work without the required state license may face which of the following consequences?

Accepted Answer

Fines, stop-work orders, and inability to enforce contracts

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A mandatory warning letter only

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Loss of bonding capacity only

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Mandatory retraining courses

Question 4

Which business entity type provides the MOST personal liability protection for a contractor's personal assets?

Accepted Answer

Corporation or LLC

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Sole proprietorship

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General partnership

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Joint venture

Question 5

Under the NASCLA model law, which of the following is typically required to obtain a contractor's license?

Accepted Answer

Passing a trade exam and proving financial responsibility

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Proof of college degree in construction

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Federal government approval

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Membership in a national trade association

Question 6

What is the legal term for a contractor who works outside the scope of their licensed classification?

Accepted Answer

An unlicensed contractor

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A sub-contractor

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An out-of-scope operator

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A specialty contractor