A bid form requests a unit price for added concrete per cubic yard. Why is that useful?
Correct Answer
B) It prices quantity changes.
A unit price lets the owner and contractor price quantity changes using an agreed rate.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
A unit price lets the owner and contractor price quantity changes using an agreed rate.
Why the Other Options Are Wrong
Option A: It replaces all plan dimensions.
It replaces all plan dimensions. skips the written authority, scope, price, notice, or release control needed for unit prices.
Option C: It deletes inspection requirements.
It deletes inspection requirements. skips the written authority, scope, price, notice, or release control needed for unit prices.
Option D: It proves material will not waste.
It proves material will not waste. skips the written authority, scope, price, notice, or release control needed for unit prices.
Memory Technique
When price clashes with lets, let the contract speak before Filling Out.
Reference Hint
Study anchor (closed-book): memorize Unit prices from CSLB B General Building Study Guide; California Building Code, Title. / CSLB B General Building Study Guide unit-price estimating; know the rule or calculation trigger without relying on exam-room lookup.
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