Louisiana Highway, Street & Bridge
Construction Practice Exam – 300
Questions with Verified Answers &
Detailed Rationales (2025/2026 Edition)
SECTION 1: LOUISIANA LICENSING & REGULATIONS (Q1–35)
Q1. According to Louisiana RS 37:2156.1, which major classification is
specifically designated for Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction?
A) Building Construction
B) Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction
C) Heavy Construction
D) Municipal and Public Works Construction
Answer: B
Rationale: RS 37:2156.1 lists Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction as the
second major classification, authorizing contractors to build and maintain roads,
highways, and bridges .
Q2. What is the minimum net worth requirement for a Classification II -
Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction license?
A) $25,000
B) ***$50,000***
,C) $75,000
D) $100,000
Answer: B
Rationale: The minimum net worth requirement for a Classification II license is
$50,000 .
Q3. What type of work is covered under the Highway, Street, and Bridge
Construction classification?
A) Only bridge construction
B) Construction, maintenance, or repair of highways, streets, bridges, and
related work including general earthwork and paving
C) Only residential building construction
D) Only sidewalk and parking lot construction
Answer: B
Rationale: The Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction classification includes
construction, maintenance, or repair of highways, streets, bridges, and all related
work, including general earthwork and general paving such as sidewalks,
driveways, and parking lots. Residential building construction requires a separate
classification .
Q4. A contractor who lacks the required net worth for licensure may satisfy
the requirement by:
A) Submitting a personal guarantee
B) Providing an irrevocable letter of credit
,C) Posting a cash bond
D) Providing a co-signer
Answer: B
Rationale: Contractors lacking the required net worth may satisfy the requirement
by providing an irrevocable letter of credit .
Q5. If a successful bidder fails to execute the contract and bonds within 10
days of notice of award, they:
A) Receive a warning
B) Forfeit the security deposited with their bid
C) Pay a reduced penalty
D) May re-bid at a lower price
Answer: B
Rationale: If a successful bidder fails to execute the contract and bonds within 10
days of notice of award, they forfeit the security deposited with their bid .
Q6. Which agency is responsible for the design, construction, and
maintenance of Louisiana's roads and bridges?
A) FHWA
B) Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD)
C) LLR
D) OSHA
, Answer: B
Rationale: DOTD manages the entire lifecycle of road infrastructure including
design, construction, and ongoing maintenance .
Q7. In the hierarchy of contract documents, which document takes
precedence if conflicts arise?
A) Plans
B) Special Provisions
C) Addenda
D) Contract Agreement
Answer: D
Rationale: The Contract Agreement generally supersedes other documents if
conflicts occur, establishing the legal relationship and primary terms .
Q8. What is a "qualifying party" under Louisiana contractor licensing law?
A) The project owner
B) A designated individual who meets examination and credential requirements
for the contractor
C) The surety bond provider
D) The architect of record
Answer: B
Rationale: The qualifying party shall meet all application requirements and shall
satisfy any examination and credential requirement for the contractor .
Construction Practice Exam – 300
Questions with Verified Answers &
Detailed Rationales (2025/2026 Edition)
SECTION 1: LOUISIANA LICENSING & REGULATIONS (Q1–35)
Q1. According to Louisiana RS 37:2156.1, which major classification is
specifically designated for Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction?
A) Building Construction
B) Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction
C) Heavy Construction
D) Municipal and Public Works Construction
Answer: B
Rationale: RS 37:2156.1 lists Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction as the
second major classification, authorizing contractors to build and maintain roads,
highways, and bridges .
Q2. What is the minimum net worth requirement for a Classification II -
Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction license?
A) $25,000
B) ***$50,000***
,C) $75,000
D) $100,000
Answer: B
Rationale: The minimum net worth requirement for a Classification II license is
$50,000 .
Q3. What type of work is covered under the Highway, Street, and Bridge
Construction classification?
A) Only bridge construction
B) Construction, maintenance, or repair of highways, streets, bridges, and
related work including general earthwork and paving
C) Only residential building construction
D) Only sidewalk and parking lot construction
Answer: B
Rationale: The Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction classification includes
construction, maintenance, or repair of highways, streets, bridges, and all related
work, including general earthwork and general paving such as sidewalks,
driveways, and parking lots. Residential building construction requires a separate
classification .
Q4. A contractor who lacks the required net worth for licensure may satisfy
the requirement by:
A) Submitting a personal guarantee
B) Providing an irrevocable letter of credit
,C) Posting a cash bond
D) Providing a co-signer
Answer: B
Rationale: Contractors lacking the required net worth may satisfy the requirement
by providing an irrevocable letter of credit .
Q5. If a successful bidder fails to execute the contract and bonds within 10
days of notice of award, they:
A) Receive a warning
B) Forfeit the security deposited with their bid
C) Pay a reduced penalty
D) May re-bid at a lower price
Answer: B
Rationale: If a successful bidder fails to execute the contract and bonds within 10
days of notice of award, they forfeit the security deposited with their bid .
Q6. Which agency is responsible for the design, construction, and
maintenance of Louisiana's roads and bridges?
A) FHWA
B) Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD)
C) LLR
D) OSHA
, Answer: B
Rationale: DOTD manages the entire lifecycle of road infrastructure including
design, construction, and ongoing maintenance .
Q7. In the hierarchy of contract documents, which document takes
precedence if conflicts arise?
A) Plans
B) Special Provisions
C) Addenda
D) Contract Agreement
Answer: D
Rationale: The Contract Agreement generally supersedes other documents if
conflicts occur, establishing the legal relationship and primary terms .
Q8. What is a "qualifying party" under Louisiana contractor licensing law?
A) The project owner
B) A designated individual who meets examination and credential requirements
for the contractor
C) The surety bond provider
D) The architect of record
Answer: B
Rationale: The qualifying party shall meet all application requirements and shall
satisfy any examination and credential requirement for the contractor .
