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Florida Certified General Contractor (CGC) Contract
Administration Exam ACTUAL Exam ALL 300
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS LATEST
UPDATE THIS YEAR
This practice exam is designed to mirror the rigors of the Florida Certified General Contractor
(CGC) Contract Administration exam. It focuses on Florida-specific statutes, project
management workflows, and financial compliance.
Exam Content Areas Coverage
Florida Statutes & Regulations: (Chapter 489, 713, 255).
Contractual Relationships: Terms, conditions, and dispute resolution.
Project Management: Scheduling (CPM), logistics, and documentation.
Financial Administration: Progress payments, retainage, and cost-coding.
Safety & Labor: OSHA compliance, Workers' Comp, and labor laws.
Lien Laws: Notices to Owner, Claims of Lien, and Releases.
Batch 1: Florida Contract Administration Practice Exam
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What is the minimum retention percentage allowed on public construction projects in Florida?
A. 2%
B. 5%
C. 10%
D. 15%
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Per Florida Statute 255.078, for public works projects, the local government entity
may withhold up to 10% as retainage from each progress payment.
According to Florida law, how long must a contractor keep construction records (including
financial and project data)?
A. 1 year
B. 3 years
C. 5 years
D. 10 years
Correct Answer: B
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Rationale: Under Florida Administrative Code and Chapter 489, a contractor must maintain
business records for a minimum of 3 years from the date of completion of the project.
Under Florida’s Construction Lien Law, a Notice to Owner (NTO) must be served within how
many days of first providing labor or materials?
A. 15 days
B. 30 days
C. 45 days
D. 90 days
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: To preserve lien rights, those not in privity with the owner must serve a Notice to
Owner no later than 45 days from first work/delivery.
In a "Cost Plus" contract, which of the following is typically true regarding the contractor's fee?
A. It is a fixed lump sum including all materials.
B. It is a percentage of the actual costs or a fixed fee on top of costs.
C. It is determined by the lowest bidder.
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D. It cannot exceed 10% of the total project value by law.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Cost Plus contracts provide for the payment of direct costs plus a pre-negotiated fee
(either percentage or flat) for overhead and profit.
Which document officially transfers the risk of loss from the contractor to the owner?
A. Notice to Proceed
B. Punch List
C. Certificate of Substantial Completion
D. Building Permit
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Substantial completion marks the point where the owner can occupy/utilize the
project and usually triggers the transfer of utilities, insurance, and risk of loss.
A Florida contractor is required to provide a "Notice of Commencement" for improvements
exceeding what dollar amount?
A. $500
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Florida Certified General Contractor (CGC) Contract
Administration Exam ACTUAL Exam ALL 300
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS LATEST
UPDATE THIS YEAR
This practice exam is designed to mirror the rigors of the Florida Certified General Contractor
(CGC) Contract Administration exam. It focuses on Florida-specific statutes, project
management workflows, and financial compliance.
Exam Content Areas Coverage
Florida Statutes & Regulations: (Chapter 489, 713, 255).
Contractual Relationships: Terms, conditions, and dispute resolution.
Project Management: Scheduling (CPM), logistics, and documentation.
Financial Administration: Progress payments, retainage, and cost-coding.
Safety & Labor: OSHA compliance, Workers' Comp, and labor laws.
Lien Laws: Notices to Owner, Claims of Lien, and Releases.
Batch 1: Florida Contract Administration Practice Exam
1
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What is the minimum retention percentage allowed on public construction projects in Florida?
A. 2%
B. 5%
C. 10%
D. 15%
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Per Florida Statute 255.078, for public works projects, the local government entity
may withhold up to 10% as retainage from each progress payment.
According to Florida law, how long must a contractor keep construction records (including
financial and project data)?
A. 1 year
B. 3 years
C. 5 years
D. 10 years
Correct Answer: B
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Rationale: Under Florida Administrative Code and Chapter 489, a contractor must maintain
business records for a minimum of 3 years from the date of completion of the project.
Under Florida’s Construction Lien Law, a Notice to Owner (NTO) must be served within how
many days of first providing labor or materials?
A. 15 days
B. 30 days
C. 45 days
D. 90 days
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: To preserve lien rights, those not in privity with the owner must serve a Notice to
Owner no later than 45 days from first work/delivery.
In a "Cost Plus" contract, which of the following is typically true regarding the contractor's fee?
A. It is a fixed lump sum including all materials.
B. It is a percentage of the actual costs or a fixed fee on top of costs.
C. It is determined by the lowest bidder.
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D. It cannot exceed 10% of the total project value by law.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Cost Plus contracts provide for the payment of direct costs plus a pre-negotiated fee
(either percentage or flat) for overhead and profit.
Which document officially transfers the risk of loss from the contractor to the owner?
A. Notice to Proceed
B. Punch List
C. Certificate of Substantial Completion
D. Building Permit
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Substantial completion marks the point where the owner can occupy/utilize the
project and usually triggers the transfer of utilities, insurance, and risk of loss.
A Florida contractor is required to provide a "Notice of Commencement" for improvements
exceeding what dollar amount?
A. $500
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