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Section 1: Nevada State Contractors Board (NSCB) – Structure & Authority
(Questions 1-25)
1. The Nevada State Contractors Board (NSCB) is established under which statute?
A) NRS 108
B) NRS 624
C) NRS 617
D) NRS 631
Answer: B) NRS 624
Rationale: NRS Chapter 624 (Contractors) is the primary statute that creates the
Nevada State Contractors Board and defines its powers, including licensing,
discipline, and enforcement .
,2. How many members serve on the Nevada State Contractors Board?
A) 5
B) 7
C) 9
D) 11
Answer: B) 7
Rationale: NRS 624.030 specifies seven members: four licensed contractors and
three public members appointed by the Governor .
3. A quorum of the Nevada State Contractors Board requires at least how many
members?
A) 3
,B) 4
C) 5
D) 7
Answer: B) 4
Rationale: NRS 624.040 requires four members to constitute a quorum for
conducting official board business .
4. What is the maximum administrative fine the NSCB may impose per violation?
A) $10,000
B) $25,000
C) $50,000
, D) $100,000
Answer: C) $50,000
Rationale: NRS 624.303 allows fines up to $50,000 for certain violations, including
unlicensed contracting and allowing an unlicensed person to use a license .
5. Who appoints the members of the Nevada State Contractors Board?
A) The Nevada Legislature
B) The Governor
C) The Contractors Association
D) Popular election
Answer: B) The Governor