PCM-PJM-CE- A201- General Questions Flashcards by Irma Johnson

According to A.I.A. Document A - 201, a contractor who is delayed by unanticipated poor weather conditions in progressing with the job may request an extension of time, placed in writing to the architect, within ___________ days after commencement of the delay.
A. 10 days
B. 15 days
C. 21 days
D. 30 days

C. 21 days

see: 15.1.3.1

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According to A.I.A. Document A - 201, certificates of insurance filed with the owner by the contractor cannot be cancelled without _____________ prior written notice to the owner.
A. 10 days
B. 14 days
C. 21 days
D. 30 days

D. 30 days

see: ????

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According to A.I.A. Document A - 201, should concealed conditions encountered in the performance of the work below the surface of the ground be substantially different from those ordinarily encountered, notice must be given within _______________ days after the first observance of the conditions.
A. 7 days
B. 10 days
C. 14 days
D. 21 days

C. 14 days

see: 3.7.4

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According to A.I.A. Document A - 201, if the work should be stopped for a period of 30 days by the contractor because the architect has not issued a certificate for payment, then the contractor may, upon an additional _____________ written notice to the owner and the architect, terminate the contract and recover from the owner payment for all work executed.
A. 7 days
B. 10 days
C. 14 days
D. 21 days

A. 7 days

see 14.1.4

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According to A.I.A. Document A -201, the contractor shall confine operations at the site to which of the following:
A. Areas permitted by ordinance.
B. Areas permitted by permits and contracts.
C. Area permitted by law.
D. All of the above.

D. All of the above.

See. 3.13 use of site

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According to A.I.A. Document A - 201, if the work has been covered by the contactor which the architect had not specifically requested to observe prior to its covering, the architect may request that the work be uncovered and _______________.
A. The cost is borne by the contractor.
B. That if such work be found in accordance with the contract documents, cost shall be charged to the owner.
C. That if such work is found not in accordance with the contract documents, the cost shall be charged to the contractor.
D. Both B and C.

D. Both B and C.

see 12.1.1

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According to A.I.A. Document A -201, “shop drawings” are drawings, diagrams, schedules and other data specifically prepared for the work by the _______________.
A. Contractor (only)
B. Contractor or any sub-contractor (only)
C. Architect (only)
D. Contractor or any sub-contractor, manufacturer, supplier or distributor (only)

D. Contractor or any sub-contractor, manufacturer, supplier or distributor (only)

See. 3.12.1

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According to A.I.A. Document A - 201, a change order is a written order to the ___________, signed by the _____________, issued after execution of the contract, authorizing a change in the work or an adjustment in the contract sum or the contract time.
A. owner / contractor and architect
B. architect I contractor
C. contractor / owner and architect
D. contractor / owner

C. contractor / owner and architect

See 7.2.1

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According to A.I.A. Document A - 201, if a contractor is judged to be bankrupt, then the owner can terminate the employment of the contractor after giving ___________ days notice.
A. 4 days
B. 5 days
C. 6 days
D. 7 days

D. 7 days

See 14.2.2

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According to Document A - 201, no portion of the work requiring submission of a shop drawing, product data, or sample shall be commenced until _______________.
A. Three working days after the submissions approval.
B. Four working days after the submissions approval.
C. Five working days after the submissions approval.
D. The submission has been approved by the architect.

D. The submission has been approved by the architect.

See 3.12.7

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According to A.I.A. Document A - 201, the acceptance of final payment shall constitute___________.
A. A waiver of all claims by the owner.
B. A waiver of all claims by the contractor except those discovered within seven days after payment.
C. A waiver of all claims by the contractor except those made in writing and still unsettled.
D. A waiver of all claims by the contractor.

C. A waiver of all claims by the contractor except those made in writing and still unsettled.

See 9.10.5

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According to A.I.A. Document A – 201, a certificate for payment is issued by the ____________.
A. Architect to the owner
B. Architect to the contractor
C. Contractor to the architect
D. Contractor to the owner

A. Architect to the owner

See 9.4.1

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According to A.I.A. Document A - 201, the contractor shall submit to the architect an itemized application for payment at least _____________ days before the date for each progress payment established in the owner - contractor agreement.
A. 7 days
B. 10 days
C. 12 days
D. 14 days

B. 10 days

See 9.3.1

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According to A.I.A. Document A - 201, _________ is required to furnish all surveys describing the physical characteristics, legal limits and utility locations for the site of the project.
A. The owner
B. The architect
C. The contractor
D. A surveyor hired by the architect

A. The owner

See 2.3.4

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With certain exceptions, A.I.A. Document A - 201 states that all claims, disputes and other matters in question involving the contract are to be settled by ____________.
A. Mediation
B. Arbitration
C. The circuit court judge (no jury) in the county in which the dispute takes place
D. The National Labor Relations Board

A. Mediation

See 15.3.1

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According to A.I.A. Document A - 201, after receipt of the contractor’s application for payment, the architect will, __________ within days, either issue a certificate for payment to the owner, or notify the contractor in writing his reasons for withholding the certificate.

A. 7 days
B. 10 days
C. 14 days
D. 21 days

A. 7 days

See 9.4.1

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According to A.I.A. Document A -201, the contractor must supply evidence of the quality of equipment and materials ______________.

A. On all items exceeding $800.00 in value.
B. Upon completion of the job.
C. Only for those items specified in the contract
D. Upon request by the architect

D. Upon request by the architect

see 3.5.1

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According to A.I.A. Document A - 201, the contractor shall at all times ________________.
A. Enforce strict discipline among his employees
B. Maintain good order among his employees
C. Not employ anyone not skilled in the task assigned to him/her
D. All of the above

D. All of the above

see 3.4.3

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According to A.I.A. Document A - 201, monies not paid when due to either party of the contract shall ___________.
A. Bear interest at the legal rate.
B. Be held in escrow by the owner for arbitration.
C. Because to immediately cease construction activity.
D. All of the above

A. Bear interest at the legal rate.

See 13.5

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According to A.I.A. Document A -201, the architect’s approval of shop drawings or samples shall ______________.
A. Relieve the contractor from responsibility of deviations of shop drawings if the architect is informed in writing.
B. Relieve the contractor from responsibility or errors in the shop drawings.
C. Allow the contractor to continue the work started as per the shop drawings.
D. Not allow deviations by the contractor, but the contractor may co*Atm.

C. Allow the contractor to continue the work started as per the shop drawings.

See 3.12.7

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According to A.I.A. Document A - 201, the responsibility: signing building permits belongs to the _____________.
A. Owner
B. Contractor
C. Architect
D. Realtor

B. Contractor

See 3.7.1

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According to A.I.A. Document A - 201, the contractor shall be responsible to the owner for the acts and omissions for all ______________.
A. Of his employees
B. Subcontractors
C. Persons performing any work under the contract
D. All of the above

D. All of the above

See 3.3.2

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According to A.I.A. Document A - 201, the contract time may be extended for which of the following reasons?
A. Lack of funds to complete the job on time.
B. Accidents by workers.
C. Authorized by owner pending arbitration.
D. Employee negligence

C. Authorized by owner pending arbitration.

see: 8.3.1

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According to A.I.A. Document A - 201, the contractor must maintain at the building site a copy of ____________.
A. Change orders
B. Shop drawings
C. Any addenda
D. All of the above

D. All of the above

see 8.3.1

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Which of the following statements is INCORRECT as related to A.I.A. Document A - 201? A. The contractor shall secure and pay for all permits. B. The contractor shall secure and pay for all governmental licenses necessary for the execution and completion of the work, which are applicable at the time the bids are received. C. The contractor shall be responsible for ascertaining that the drawings and specifications are applicable to all laws and statutes. D. The contractor shall pay all government fees necessary for the execution and completion of the work.

C. The contractor shall be responsible for ascertaining that the drawings and specifications are applicable to all laws and statutes. see 3.2.3, 3.7.1

According to A.I.A. Document A -201, which of the following statements is true? A. The contractor shall not be responsible for any cutting or patching that may be required to complete his work. B. The contractor is not responsible for damage to work or other contractors while performing his work. C. Any costs caused by defective of ill-timed work shall be borne by the party responsible, therefore. D. If a contractor unintentionally damages the work of another contractor, he is not responsible for its correction.

C. Any costs caused by defective of ill-timed work shall be borne by the party responsible, therefore. see 3.5.1

According to A.I.A. Document A -201, all permits, governmental fees and licenses necessary for the proper execution in the completion of the project shall be secured by the A. Owner B. Contractor C. Architect D. None of the above

B. Contractor See 3.7.1

Given: The use of a utility easement is required to reach the rear of a large construction site. According to A.I.A. Document A - 201, the ___________ shall secure permission to use such an easement. A. Architect B. Owner C. Subcontractor D. Contractor

B. Owner see 2.3.1

According to A.I.A. Document A - 201, the ____________ is to furnish the site survey. A. Architect B. Owner C. Subcontractor D. Contractor

B. Owner see 2.3.4

According to A.I.A. Document A – 201, which of the following may be issued by the architect alone? A. Either a construction change directive or a change order B. A change order only C. An order for a minor change in the work (only) D. A construction change directive (only)

C. An order for a minor change in the work (only) see 7.4

According to A.I.A. Document A - 201, if the contractor fails to carry out the work in accordance with the contract documents, before proceeding to make good any deficiencies, the owner must ____________. A. Notify the contractor three days prior to proceeding. B. Have the architects' approval and have notified the contractor in writing twice. C. Have the architects' approval only. D. Notify the building official only.

B. Have the architects' approval and have notified the contractor in writing twice. see 2.5, 2.4

According to A.I.A. Document A - 201, the subcontractor has the same responsibilities and obligations to the contractor as the _______________. A. Architect has to the owner, B. Owner has to the contractor C. Contractor has to the architect and owner D. Owner has to the architect and contractor

C. Contractor has to the architect and owner see 5.3

According to A.I.A. Document A - 201, the DOES NOT have to maintain one record copy of the _____________ at the construction site. A. Drawings B. Contract between the owner and contractor C. Specifications D. Change orders

B. Contract between the owner and contractor see 3.11

Given: On May 1, the contractor submitted the application for certificate for payment number 2 for a construction project in the amount of $32,969.00, for approval to the project architect. The project architect, through no fault of the contractor, had not issued the certificate of payment by May 12. According to A.I.A. Document A - 201, the contractor may, upon __________ additional days after written notice to the owner and the architect, stop the work on the project until payment of the amount owing the contractor is received. A. 5 days B. 7 days C. 10 days D. 14 days

B. 7 days see 9.7

Given: On May 1, the contactor the submitted application and certificate for payment number 3 for a shopping center in the amount of $44,969.00 for approval to the project architect. The architect, through no fault of the contractor, had not issued the certificate of payment by May 11. According to A.I.A. Document A - 201, the contractor may, upon ___________ additional days after written notice to the owner and the architect, stop work on the project until payment in the amount of $44,969.00 has been received. A. 5 days B. 7 days C. 10 days D. 14 days

B. 7 days see 9.7

According to A.I.A. Document A - 201, a contractor has the same responsibilities and obligations to the subcontractor as the _______________. A. Architect has to the subcontractor B. Contract has to the owner C. Architect has to the contractor D. Contractor has to the architect

C. Architect has to the contractor see 5.3

Given: An emergency arose in which a contractor, while protecting the owner's property, incurred costs that were not part of the original contract According to A.I.A. Document A - 201, the contractor has _____________ days of the emergency to notify the architect if the contractor wishes to make a claim for an increase in the contract sum. A. within 7 days B. within 21 days C. within 30 days D. within 60 days

B. within 21 days see 15.1.3.1

According to A.I.A. Document A - 201, which of the following would NOT be allowed by the architect when determining an adjustment to the contract was due to a change directive? A. Costs of transporting materials B. Costs of bond premium adjustments C. Costs of labor fringe benefits D. Rental costs for hand tools

D. Rental costs for hand tools see 7.3.4

According to AIA 201, who owns the plans? A. owner B. contractor C. architect D. building department

C. architect see ???

According to AIA 201, the contractor shall notify the owner/architect within _______ days if hidden or unforeseen work is encountered. A.7 B.10 C.14 D.5

C.14 See 3.7.4

If an easement is to be secured for construction access, according to AIA 201, the _________secures and pays for it. A. contractor B. owner C. architect D. Building Official

B. owner

According to AIA 201, who will prepare the change orders? A. owner B. architect C. contractor D. all of above

B. architect

According to AIA 201, the contractor should keep ___________ set(s) of plans at the jobsite. A. one B. two C. three D. number prescribe by architect

A. one

According to AIA 201, the __________is responsible for correcting the plans A. engineer B. contractor C. architect D. owner

C. architect

According to AIA 201, a contractor that is delayed by unanticipated poor weather conditions may request an extension of time by notifying the architect in writing, within___________, after commencement of the delay. A. 5 B. 12 C. 21 D. 30

C. 21 see 15.1.3.1

According to AIA 201, all permits, governmental fees and licenses necessary for the proper execution in the completion of a project shall be secured by the____________. A. Architect B. Contractor C. Owner D. Building Official

B. Contractor

According to AIA 201 a change order is a written order to the_______ , signed by the_________ ,issued after execution of the contract, authorizing a change in the work or an adjustment in the contract sum or contract time. A. Owner / contractor & architect B. architect / contractor C. contractor / owner & architect D. contractor / owner

C. contractor / owner & architect

According to AIA 201, the responsibility for securing building permits belongs to the ___________. A. Architect B. Contractor C. Owner D. Building Official

B. Contractor

The contractor must utilize a utility easement to reach the rear of the construction site. According to AIA 201 the______shall secure permission to use the easement. A. Architect B. Contractor C. Owner D. Utility Subcontractor

C. Owner

According to AIA 201, when a project is complete, who owns the plans? A. contractor B. owner C. architect D. engineer

C. architect

A contractor does not agree with the method of adjustment for a change in the contract and the Architect determines the amount to be paid. The Architect determines expenses to include: labor and fringes at $1,000, equipment at $550, materials at $750, hand tools at $100 and additional supervision at $200. In accordance with AIA 201, the Architect will authorize payment in the amount of ________. A. $2,600 B. $1,000 C. $2,500 D. $0

C. $2,500

According to AIA 201, the architect must notify the contractor in writing whether or not the owner or Architect has reasonable objection to the use of a subcontractor______. A. within 14 days B. within 21 days C. in accordance with the schedule requirements D. promptly

A. within 14 days see 5.2.1

According to AIA Document A201, the contract documents consist of the agreement between _______________. A. owner & subcontractor B. subcontractor & contractor C. owner, contractor & subcontractor D. contractor & owner

D. contractor & owner see 1.1.1

The contract documents shall be signed by the ________________ as provided in the agreement. A. contractor & owner B. owner, contractor & subcontractor C. architect & contractor D. architect & owner

A. contractor & owner see 1.5.1

The __________ shall furnish surveys describing physical characteristics, legal limitations and utility locations for the site of the project and a legal description of the site. A. owner B. contractor C. architect D. engineer

A. owner see. 2.2.3

According to AIA Document A201, the ____________ is responsible for securing and paying for all necessary easements on a construction project. A. contractor B. architect C. owner D. engineer

C. owner see 2.2.2

According to AIA Document A201, the owner is not responsible for which of the following: A. assessment fees B. permits & fees C. easements D. utility locations

B. permits & fees see 2.2.2

If a contractor fails to correct any deficiency within a seven-day period after receipt of written notice, the owner without prejudice to other remedies may correct such deficiencies himself within _________ days, after a second written notice. A. 3-days B. 7-days C. 10 days D. 14-days

A. 3-days see 2.4.1

A contractor recognized there was a mistake in the contract documents regarding a construction activity and did not report it to the architect. The contractor performed the work anyway, knowing there was a mistake. Who shall bear the costs for correcting this mistake? A. the owner B. the architect & owner C. the architect D. the contractor

D. the contractor see 3.2.3

According to AIA Document A201, the __________ shall take field measurements of any present conditions connected to that portion of the work and notice any conditions at the site affecting it. A. contractor B. owner C. architect D. engineer

A. contractor see 3.2.1

The _________ shall be exclusively accountable for and have control over construction means, methods, techniques, sequences and procedures, and for coordinating all portions of the work under the contract. A. engineer B. architect C. contractor D. subcontractors

C. contractor see 3.3.1

According to AIA Document A201, the __________ shall secure and pay all necessary inspections for proper execution and completion of the work which are customarily secured after execution of the contract documents. A. architect B. owner & architect C. contractor D. owner

C. contractor see 3.7.1

According to AIA Document A201, which of the following allowances shall be included in the contract sum but not in the allowances? A. materials delivered B. contractor's cost for unloading at the site C. equipment delivered D. required taxes

B. contractor's cost for unloading at the site see 3.8.1, 3.8.2

After being awarded the contract, the contractor shall prepare and submit for the owner's and architect's information a contractor's ____________ for the work. A. construction schedule B. equipment schedule C. shop drawings D. permitting schedule

A. construction schedule see 3.10.1

According to AIA Document A201, the contractor shall maintain at the site for the owner __________ record copy(s) of the drawings and specifications. A. 1 B. 2 C. 3 D. 4

A. 1 see 3.11.1

The __________ shall be responsible for keeping the project area free from accumulation of waste materials or rubbish caused by operations under the contract. A. subcontractors B. architect C. owner D. contractor

D. contractor see 3.15.1

During construction the _________ will provide the administration of the contract as described in the contract documents, and will be the owner's representative. A. subcontractors B. architect C. contractor D. engineer

B. architect see 4.2.1

According to AIA Document A201, the issuing of certificates for payments will be the duty of the _____________. A. architect B. owner C. contractor D. engineer

A. architect see 4.2.5

The authority to reject work which does not conform to the contract documents will be the duty of the _____________. A. engineer B. owner C. contractor D. architect

D. architect see 4.2.6

The ____________ will conduct inspections to determine the date or dates of substantial completion and the date of final completion, and will forward such information to the owner. A. architect B. owner C. contractor D. engineer

A. architect see 4.2.9

The drywall ceiling on a project under construction is damaged due to a water leak from a hole in the roof. Recognizing the emergency, the contractor immediately repairs the roof leak without a change order or change directive. Which of the following holds *true* regarding the contractor? A. a claim for additional compensation must be made within 7 days B. a claim for additional compensation must be made within 14 days C. a claim for additional compensation must be made within 21 days D. no claim for additional compensation can be made since no change order or change directive was issued by the architect

C. a claim for additional compensation must be made within 21 days see 4.3.2, 10.6.1

According to AIA Document A201, any claims, including those alleging an error or omission by the architect, shall be referred initially to the ________________. A. engineer B. owner C. contractor D. architect

D. architect see 4.4.1

A contractor encounters conditions at the jobsite which differ extensively from those indicated in the contract documents. The contractor shall immediately report such conditions and in no event later than ______________ days after observation of the conditions. A. 7 B. 14 C. 21 D. 30

C. 21 see 4.3.4

According to AIA Document A201, any claims and disputes will be reviewed by the architect. The architect will take preliminary action within ___________ days of receipt of a claim. A. 5 B. 10 C. 21 D. 30

B. 10 see 4.4.2

According to AIA Document A201, if the architect requests a party to provide a response to a claim or to furnish additional supporting data, such party shall respond, within_____days after receipt of such request. A. 10 B. 20 C. 30 D. 45

A. 10 see 4.4.4

A contractor is considering signing a contract with a sub-contractor whom the owner and architect have made reasonable and timely objection. According to AIA Document A201, which of the following is true? A. contractor can contract with subcontractor only if he informs the architect 30 days prior to signing contract B. contractor can contract with subcontractor only if permission granted by owner C. contractor can contract with subcontractor if contract size does not exceed $2,500 D. contractor shall not contract with the subcontractor

D. Contractor shall not contract with the subcontractor

A contractor hires a subcontractor to whom the owner or architect neither object to. The architect and owner later change their minds and want the subcontractor to be changed to another subcontractor. Which of the following holds true? A. the contractor does not have to change the subcontractor B. the contractor must change to another subcontractor C. the contractor has 45 days in which to employ another subcontractor D. the contractor has 15 days in which to employ another subcontractor

A. the contractor does not have to change the subcontractor see 5.2.4

A subcontractor has the same responsibilities and obligations to the contractor as the ___________. A. architect has to the owner. B. owner has to the contractor. C. owner has to the architect & contractor D. contractor has to the architect & owner

D. contractor has to the architect & owner see 5.3.1

According to AIA Document A201, a change order shall be based on agreement between the_________ A. owner & contractor. B. owner, subcontractor & architect. C. contractor, owner & architect. D. owner, contractor & subcontractor.

C. contractor, owner & architect. see 7.1.2

A change order is a written instrument prepared by the architect and signed by the ____________. A. architect & contractor only B. architect & owner only C. contractor & owner only D. architect, owner & contractor

D.) A, O & C

A written order prepared by the architect and signed by the owner and architect directing a change in the work is referred to as _______________. A. a change directive B. a change clause C. a change order D. a subrogation order

A.) A change Directive

A contractor is issued a change directive by the architect. The contractor disagrees with the contract adjustment amount in the change directive and submits the following itemized accounting for payment. * Labor $2,500 * Materials $1,400 * Equipment rental $ 460 * Hand tool rental $ 100 * Contractor markup for overhead 10% * Profit markup on all costs 10% If approved by architect, according to A/A Document A201, the contractor is entitled to _____________. A. $4,360.00 B. $4,460.00 C. $5,232.00 D. $5,275.60

D. $5,275.60 see 7.3.6, 7.3.4

The architect alone will have authority to issue ________________. A. minor changes in the work B. major changes in the work C. minor changes if approved by owner D. major changes if approved by contractor

A. minor changes in the work see 7.4.1, 7.1.2

Unless the date of commencement established by a notice to proceed given by the owner, the contractor shall notify the owner in writing not less than __________ days before commencing the work in order to permit the timely filing of mortgages, mechanics liens and other security interests. A. 5 B. 7 C. 10 D. 21

A. 5 see??? can not find reference to this answer

The contractor shall submit to the architect an itemized application for payment for operations completed in accordance with the schedule of values at least __________ days before the date established for each progress payment. A. 5 B. 7 C. 10 D. 21

C. 10 see 9.3.1

Unless otherwise provided in the contract documents, payments shall be made on accounts of materials and equipment ______________ at the site for subsequent incorporation in the work. A. installed only B. delivered only C. delivered & suitably installed only D. suitably stored & delivered

D. suitably stored & delivered see 9.3.2

Upon payment to the contractor from the owner, the contractor shall pay __________ each subcontractor on account of such subcontractor's portion of the work. A. immediately B. within 7 days C. within 14 days D. within 30 days

A. immediately see 9.6.2

If the architect has no reason for withholding certificate of payment to the contractor, the architect will, within __________ days after receipt of the contractor's application for payment, issue to the owner a certificate for payment. A. 5 B. 7 C. 10 D. 21

B. 7 see 9.4.1

Unless stated otherwise in the contract documents, if the architect does not issue a certificate for payment, through no fault of the contractor, within 7 days after receipt of the contractor's application for payment, the contractor may, upon _______________. A. 7 additional days notice to the owner and architect, stop the work until payment is made B. 14 additional days notice, stop the work until payment is made C. 21 additional days notice, stop the work until payment is made D. 7 additional days written notice to the owner and architect, stop the work until payment is made

D. 7 additional days written notice to the owner and architect, stop the work until payment is made see 9.7.1

When a project reaches the stage of being adequately complete in accordance with the contract documents so the owner can occupy or utilize the work for its intended use, the project will then be considered ________________. A. 85% completed B. 95% completed C. Substantially incompleted D. Substantially completed

D. Substantially completed see 9.8.1

Who shall be responsible for initiating, maintaining and supervising all safety precautions and programs in connection with the performance of the contract? A. contractor B. subcontractors C. architect D. OSHA

A. contractor see 10.1.1

In an emergency affecting safety of persons or property, the contractor shall act, at his/her discretion, to prevent threatened damage, injury or loss. Additional compensation or extension of time by the contractor must be initiated within _____________ days after occurrence of the event giving rise to such claim. A. 7 B. 14 C. 21 D. 30

C. 21 see 10.6.1, 4.3.2

Prior to commencement of work, certificates of insurance acceptable to the owner shall be filed with the owner. These certificates shall contain a provision that coverages afforded under the policies will not be cancelled or allowed to expire until at least_________days prior written notice has been given to the owner. A. 15 B. 30 C. 45 D. 60

B. 30 see 11.1.3

Property insurance shall be written a builder's risk "all-risk" or of equal value policy form and unless otherwise provided, shall be purchased and maintained by the _____________. A. architect B. owner C. contractor D. architect & owner

B. owner see 11.4.1, 11.2.2

A contractor covers a portion of the work contrary to the architect's request. The architect requires in writing that the work be uncovered for the architect's observation. The work is found to be in accordance with the contract documents. Which of the following is *Not* true? A. architect is not responsible for expenses of recovering the work B. the contract time cannot be changed C. contractor is not responsible for expenses of recovering the work D. contractor is responsible for expenses of recovering the work

C. contractor is not responsible for expenses of recovering the work see 12.1.1

A contractor covers a section of the work which the architect had not precisely requested to observe before being covered. The architect ordered that such work be uncovered for his observation. The work was found to be in accordance with the contract documents. Which of the following is *true*? A. costs of uncovering and replacement shall be at contractor's expense B. costs of uncovering and replacement shall be at architect's expenses C. cost of uncovering and replacement shall be at owner's & architect's expense D. cost of uncovering and replacement shall be at owner's expense

D. cost of uncovering and replacement shall be at owner's expense see 12.1.2

If, within _____________ month(s) after the date of substantial completion, any of the work is found not to be in accordance with the contract documents, the contractor shall correct it promptly after receipt of written notice from the owner to do so unless the owner has previously given the contractor a written acceptance of such condition. A. 1 B. 6 C. 12 D. 18

C. 12 see 12.2.2.1

Work which is not in accordance with the requirements of the contract documents is accepted by the owner. According to AIA Document A201, which of the following is true? A. the contract sum will be reduced B. the contract sum will be increased C. the warranty is null and void D. the architect may be held accountable for any future problems

A. the contract sum will be reduced see 12.3.1

Through no fault or act of the contractor, subcontractors, sub-subcontractors or their agents or employees, an architect had not issued a certificate for payment as required. Due to this, work was halted on the construction project by the contractor for a period of 30 consecutive days. The contractor may terminate the contract for which of the following reasons? A. certificate for payment has not been issued by owner B. architect has not issued certificate for payment within 7 days after receipt of contractor's application for payment C. reasonable evidence that the work cannot be completed by the contractor for the unpaid balance of the contract sum D. architect has not issued certificate for payment and has not notified contractor reason for withholding certification.

D. architect has not issued certificate for payment and has not notified contractor reason for withholding certification. see 14.1.1

48. A contractor terminated a contract because the owner had not made payment on a certificate for payment within the time stated in the contract documents. The contractor may, after giving the owner and architect __________ additional days written notice, terminate the contract and recover from the owner payment for any work executed. A. 7 B. 14 C. 21 D. 30

A. 7 see 14.1.3, 14.1.1

49. A contractor repeatedly refuses to supply enough properly skilled workers on a project. The owner, upon certification by the architect that sufficient cause existed to terminate the contract, may terminate the contractor's employment after giving the contractor _____________ days written notice. A. 7 B. 14 C. 21 D. 30

A. 7 see 14.2.1, 14.2.2

50. A construction change directive signed by the contractor shall be effective immediately and shall be recorded as ______________. A. an addendum B. a construction change directive C. a change order D. a contract modification agreement

C. a change order see 7.3.5

What shall be used in absence of total agreement on the terms of a change order? A. an addendum signed by the architect only B. an addendum signed by the owner only C. an owner-contractor modification agreement D. a construction change directive

D. a construction change directive see 7.3.2

Which of the following is not true regarding a construction change directive? A. a construction change directive is prepared by the architect B. a construction change directive is signed by the architect and the owner C. the owner may by construction change directive, without invalidating the contract, order changes in the work within the general scope of the contract D. the contractor does not need to proceed promptly with the change in the work involved upon receipt of a construction change directive

D. the contractor does not need to proceed promptly with the change in the work involved upon receipt of a construction change directive see 7.3.1, 7.3.4

A construction change directive provides for an adjustment to the contract sum determined by the architect on the basis of reasonable expenditures and savings _____________. A. plus 10% markup for profit only B. plus 15% markup for overhead expenses only C. plus a reasonable allowance for profit and overhead D. plus a reasonable allowance for profit only

C. plus a reasonable allowance for profit and overhead see ??

A material supplier informs the contractor that the materials needed for his project will not be delivered on time. This delay will cause the project to be delayed by six weeks. A claim for an increase in contract time, by the contractor, must be made to the architect within _______________. A. 7 days written notice B. 15 days written notice C. 21 days written notice D. 30 days written notice

C. 21 days written notice see 15.1

The issuance of a certificate for payment will constitute a representation by the architect to the owner, that to the best of the architect's knowledge, that the architect has _______________. A. made an exhaustive on-site inspection to check the quality and quantity of work B. reviewed construction means, methods, and techniques C. reviewed copies of requisitions received from subcontractors and suppliers D. observed that the quality of the work is in accordance with the contract documents

D. observed that the quality of the work is in accordance with the contract documents see 9.4.2

According to AIA Document A201, applications for payments submitted by the contractor to the architect shall be based on _______________. A. percentage of completed work B. billings to date C. the contract price D. the schedule of values

D. the schedule of values see 9.2.1, 9.3.1

According to AIA A201 documents, if the owner is late in paying the contractor, the amount of interest due will be determined by the ______________. A. owner B. contractor C. architect D. owner and contractor

D. owner and contractor see 13.6.1, 13.2.1,1.1.1

A contractor completes a project according to the plans provided by the architect who works closely with an engineer in preparing the plans. The contractor knew the work was not in compliance with the building codes and did not report it to the architect. According to AIA Document A201, who is responsible for any correction of work attributable to the building codes? A. engineer B. contractor C. architect D. architect & engineer

B. contractor see 3.2.3

If a change in work is requested by the architect and the owner, but not agreed to by the contractor, than in absence of total agreement by all parties, the architect can prepare a ___________ and make the contractor promptly proceed with the change in the work involved. A. construction change directive B. work order C. change order D. claims and disputes order

A. construction change directive see 7.3.1, 7.3.2, 7.3.4

The issuance of a certificate for payment is not a representation that the architect has _____________. A. made an exhaustive on-site inspection to check the quality and quantity of work B. reviewed construction means, methods, and techniques C. reviewed copies of requisitions received from subcontractors and material suppliers D. A, B & C

D. A, B & C see 9.4.2

What changes in the work can the architect make without the signature of the contractor? A. any change in the work B. an adjustment to the contract amount C. an adjustment to the contract time D. an order for minor changes in the work

D. an order for minor changes in the work see 7.4.1.,7.1.2

A contractor shall submit a construction schedule _________________. A. at least 5 days before commencing work B. at least 15 days before commencing work C. immediately after being awarded the contract D. at least 30 days before commencing work and no later than 15 days after the award of the contract

C. immediately after being awarded the contract see 3.10.1

How many copies of a change order shall the contractor keep at the job site during construction? A. one copy B. two copies C. three copies D. four copies

A. one copy see 3.11.1

Shop drawings submitted by contractor and approved by architect __________________. A. will relieve the contractor from responsibility for errors or omissions in the drawings B. will not relieve the architect from responsibility for errors or omissions in the drawings C. will not relieve the contractor from responsibility for errors or omissions in the drawings D. shall relieve the contractor from responsibility for errors or omissions in the drawings if contractor informs architect of such errors or omissions within 10 days after drawings have been submitted

C. will not relieve the contractor from responsibility for errors or omissions in the drawings see 3.12.8

A project is financed by a lender. Unless otherwise stated in the contract documents, according to AIA Document A201, contractor will receive payments or apply for payments according to ______________. A. schedule of values B. value of goods C. progress schedule D. percentage of completion

A. schedule of values see 9.2.1, 9.3.1

A contractor wishes to make a claim for an increase in the contract time due to a six-week material delay. This delay will also cause the project to be continually delayed. How many times must the contractor notify the architect in writing for an increase in the contract time? A. once B. twice C. three times D. no notification required

A. once see 8.3.2, 15.1.3.1

A contractor observed that a vent pipe that was supposed to be located in a concealed space was actually falling in a doorway. According to AIA Document A201, the contractor must notify the architect of the discrepancy within ______________. A. 7 days B. 14 days C. 21 days D. 30 days

C. 21 days see 15.1.3.2, 8.3.2

A contractor has reason to believe that the contract documents contain a particular design that is a trademark infringement and does not inform the architect of such infringement. According to A/A Document A201, who is responsible for any loss or lawsuits if the design develops into a trademark infringement? A. the contractor B. the owner C. the architect D. the building inspector

A. the contractor see 3.17.1

According to AIA Document A201, Governing Law means that __________________. A. the law of the location where the project is located will govern the contract documents B. all public projects will be constructed according to federal regulations C. construction projects that are federally funded will be inspected by federal building officials only D. the contract shall be governed by the law of the location where the contract is signed

A. the law of the location where the project is located will govern the contract documents see 13.1.1

According to AIA Document A201, which of the following shall be included in the contract documents as allowances? A. labor B. overhead C. profit D. taxes

D. taxes see 3.8.2

If unit prices are stated in the contract documents or subsequently agreed upon, and if quantities originally contemplated are materially changed in a proposed change order or construction change directive, so that application of such unit prices to quantities of work proposed will cause substantial inequity to the owner or contractor, the applicable prices shall be _______________. A. binding by both parties to the agreement B. equitably adjusted to either party if the inequitable amount is over 5% C. adjusted in favor of the owner D. equitably adjusted

D. equitably adjusted see 4.3.9

Which of the following must the architect do after a change order has been agreed to and signed by the architect, owner and contractor? A. issue a construction change directive to the contractor within 3 days of the change order date B. notify the contractor when the change order is to take effect C. determine the extent of adjustment, if any, in the contract sum D. notify both the owner and the contractor when the change order is to take effect

C. determine the extent of adjustment, if any, in the contract sum see 7.2.1.9

The owner's right to carry out work begun by the contractor, but not completed, may occur after giving the contractor(s) ______________ notice. A. 1 B. 10 C. 7 D. 12

B. 10 see 2.4

Given the following: * The architect of a construction project approved a shop drawing submitted and approved by the project's prime contractor, but prepared by a subcontractor. * After the architect's approval, a deviation was discovered in the shop drawings when compared with the project plans and specifications. According to AIA A-201, the responsibility to correct the deviation lies with the ______________. A. owner B. subcontractor C. prime contractor D. architect

C. prime contractor see 3.12.8

Allowances shall cover the cost to the contractor of all materials and equipment : A. Delivered to the site, all taxes, less trade discounts B. Delivered to the site, all taxes, less trade discounts, contractor transportation, handling, installation, overhead, profit and other expenses C. Delivered to the site, all taxes, plus trade discounts, unloading, handling, installation, overhead, profit and other expenses D. Delivered to the site, all taxes, double discounts, unloading, handling, installation overhead, profit and other expenses

A. Delivered to the site, all taxes, less trade discounts see 3.8.2

Given the following: * The contractor encounters a concealed physical condition on January 22 r4 that will cause the contract price to be adjusted * The contractor notifies the architect promptly before conditions at the site are disturbed on January 22nd * The architect examines the condition on February 3r d and determines that no change in the contract is justified According to AIA document, A-201, the contractor must make a written claim for adjustment by A. February 24 B. February 16 C. February 21 D. April 4

A. February 24 see 15.1.2

The following is a breakdown of cost for a construction project Plans $ 400 Permit fee $2,950 County Assessment $4,200 Survey $ 500 According to the contract provisions found in AIA document A-201, the contractor is responsible for the payment of _____. . A. $400 B. $2,950 C. $3,350 D. $8,050

B. $2,950 see 2.2.2

A subcontractor has the same responsibility and obligation to the contractor as the ______________. A. architect has to the owner B. owner has to the contractor C. owner has to the architect and contractor D. contractor has to the architect and owner

D. contractor has to the architect and owner see 5.3

A construction change directive provides for a change in cost or time. The cost may include all of the following but _____________. A. labor, social security, unemployment B. social security, materials, equipment C. equipment, hand tools, bonds D. labor, materials, equipment, bonds

C. equipment, hand tools, bonds see 7.3.4

16. The _____________is responsible for inspections to determine the dates of substantial completion and final completion. A. Builder B. Owner C. Architect D. Savings and loan

C. Architect see 4.2.9

The contractor's delivery of equipment is delayed by a truck breakdown for 5 days. The contractor is entitled to _______________. A. a reasonable time extension as determined by the architect B. an automatic time extension of 5 days C. recovery of costs for accelerating the project by 5 days D. time extension of 5 days plus reasonable job overhead costs

A. a reasonable time extension as determined by the architect see 8.3.1

How many days prior to the date established in a contract for progress payments shall a contractor submit to the architect application for payment? A. 3 B. 5 C. 7 D. 10

D. 10 see 9.3.1

Having received the list of subcontractors, the architect immediately objects to the use of plumber X's company. The general contractor then proposes and uses plumber Y's company at a higher cost of $5,000. What is the general contractor entitled to? A. nothing B. a time extension only C. $5,000 plus a proven time extension D. contract with owner needs to be re-negotiated

C. $5,000 plus a proven time extension see 5.2.3

When demolishing a building, the project manager encountered asbestos in the walls, which was not shown or disclosed in the plans or specifications for the project. The general conditions of AIA Documents specifically say the contractor should _____________________. A. contact the local building department B. continue working, but monitor employees for any signs of health problems C. immediately stop work in the affected area and notify the owner and architect by phone D. immediately stop work in the affected area and notify the owner and architect in Writing

D. immediately stop work in the affected area and notify the owner and architect in Writing see 10.3.1

Removable partitions which were included in the contract are deleted by a change order at a net decrease of $10,000 in the general contractor's cost. The contract sum should be decreased by ____________________. A. $10,000 only B. $10,000 less reasonable mark-up for overhead only C. $10,000 less reasonable mark-up for overhead and profit D. $10,000 plus administrative costs

A. $10,000 only see 7.3.7

According to AIA-A201, which does NOT require written notice in order to file a claim for additional cost? A. minor change in the work B. work performed because of a concealed condition C. damages caused by the architect D. work performed because of an emergency endangering the owner's property

D. work performed because of an emergency endangering the owner's property see 4.3.5

According to AIA, adjustment of the contract sum using a change order must be established based on_______________. A. an agreement between the owner, contractor and architect B. the unit prices as stated in the contract documents C. labor, material and equipment costs D. the architect's recommendation

A. an agreement between the owner, contractor and architect see 7.2.1

According to AIA Document A201, the contract documents consist of ______________. A. agreements between the contractor and all subcontractors specifying their relationships with the owner B. agreements between owner and architect, drawings, and specifications C. agreements between owner and contractor, conditions of the contract and drawings D. materials to be used by contractors and subcontractors

C. agreements between owner and contractor, conditions of the contract and drawings see1.1.1

While completing the punch list, the architect discovers that the wrong carpet was installed. The owner has decided to accept the carpet, but according to AIA documents, he has the right to ______________. A. demand that the contractor furnish him with rolls of the specified carpet B. penalize the contractor for not following the specifications C. reduce the contract sum by an amount which is appropriate and equitable D. specify what deduction he will be required for accepting the wrong carpet

C. reduce the contract sum by an amount which is appropriate and equitable see 12.3.1

If after exhaustive effort a contractor fails to respond to or disagrees with the method of adjustment in the contract sum for changes, the architect can determine the change amount. According to AIA, which expense is not allowed as a reimbursable cost? A. cost of material transportation B. fringe benefits C. hand tools (rented or owned) D. rental cost of machinery and equipment

C. hand tools (rented or owned) see 7.3.6

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