Test 3 Flashcards

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1
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In most Construction Contracts, retentions may be held for how many days as a guarantee that the subcontractor and suppliers are paid by the prime?

A

60 days

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If a prime contractor fails to obtain a building permit, he is subject to:

A
  1. Suspension of license
  2. Double the cost of the permit fee
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3
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Who pays FICA

A

50% Employer
50% Employee
Also paid quarterly

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4
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It is legal for a contractor to hire professional strike breakers to replace striking employees?

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No…and a $1,000 fine plus 90 days in jail.

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5
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How often are you required to pay sales tax?

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It depends on expected amount of taxable sales.

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6
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A notice if completion must be completed within:

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10 days after work is completed.

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7
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Which of the following procedures BEST ensures error free bids?

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Rechecking the bid before submitting it to the client.

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Insured employees must report every work related illness or injury to their worker’s compensation carrier within:

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5 days of the incident.

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9
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A subcontractor or material supplier has BLANK days to file a lien once a notice of completion has been recorded?

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30

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10
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How many days does a contractor have to notify the Registrar after being issued a workers’ compensation insurance policy?

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90 days

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11
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How often are FICA taxes reported and paid?

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Quarterly

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12
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If the owner lawfully cancels the contract, how long does the contractor have to pick up unused materials that were delivered to the owner’s property?

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Within 20 days

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13
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How soon must DOSH investigate a serious violation to a health and safety complaint?

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3 working days

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14
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An employer must furnish an employee with a completed IRS form W-2 by:

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January 31st
Also, the employer must then file by February 28th

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15
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Who pays FUTA?

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Employer

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16
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What is the best way to insure that funds are readily available for a job?

A

Check for cost overruns

17
Q

What would not be covered by a standard contractor’s insurance policy?

A

Employee’s tools

18
Q

Taxes for a business are calculated:

A

Depending on the organization structure

19
Q

Which financial ratio is the strictest measure of liquidity?

A

Quick Ratio