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A critical-path schedule shows waterproofing inspection must pass before tile can start. What happens if the inspection fails?

Correct Answer

A) Tile start is delayed.

If inspection approval is a predecessor to finish work, failure delays downstream work on that path.

Answer Options
A
Tile start is delayed.
B
Final cleaning starts sooner.
C
Long-lead confirmation.
D
Scope clarification.

Why This Is the Correct Answer

If inspection approval is a predecessor to finish work, failure delays downstream work on that path.

Why the Other Options Are Wrong

Option B: Final cleaning starts sooner.

Final cleaning starts sooner. does not satisfy the required party, deadline, proof, license, bond, insurance, or agency trigger for critical path.

Option C: Long-lead confirmation.

Long-lead confirmation. does not satisfy the required party, deadline, proof, license, bond, insurance, or agency trigger for critical path.

Option D: Scope clarification.

Scope clarification. does not satisfy the required party, deadline, proof, license, bond, insurance, or agency trigger for critical path.

Memory Technique

Updating Bathroom envelope: right person, right date, right contents.

Reference Hint

Study anchor (closed-book): memorize Critical path from CSLB B General Building Study Guide; California Building Code, Title. / CSLB B General Building Study Guide project scheduling; know the rule or calculation trigger without relying on exam-room lookup.

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