Before issuing the next progress check, the prime wants releases covering the exact work and payment period already funded. Which control is appropriate?
- AIgnore subcontractor and supplier exposure
- Match the release to its payment period
- CDemand release of work not yet performed
- DUse an invented one-sentence waiver
Why B is correct
The best answer is: Match the release to its payment period. California prescribes waiver and release forms and distinguishes progress from final payment and conditional from unconditional effect. Matching the form prevents accidental over-release or unprotected payment. The new fact pattern changes the setting, not the governing rule or management control. The other choices either skip a required step, apply a different rule, or fail to address the stated risk.