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A change order cost is $4,200 and markup is 18 percent. What billed amount results?

Correct Answer

B) $4,956.

Markup is $4,200 x 18 percent = $756. Total is $4,956.

Answer Options
A
$4,536.
B
$4,956.
C
$5,200.
D
$5,420.

Why This Is the Correct Answer

Markup is $4,200 x 18 percent = $756. Total is $4,956.

Why the Other Options Are Wrong

Option A: $4,536.

$4,536. is below the supported result for change order markup; it likely omits part of the approved scope, cap, credit, or holdback.

Option C: $5,200.

$5,200. is above the supported result for change order markup; it likely adds scope or money the rule does not allow.

Option D: $5,420.

$5,420. is above the supported result for change order markup; it likely adds scope or money the rule does not allow.

Memory Technique

Pricing Cost money shelf: cost for markup, price for margin.

Reference Hint

Study anchor (closed-book): memorize Change order markup from CSLB Law and Business Study Guide; CSLB 2026 Law Book / CSLB Law and Business Study Guide Business Finances; know the rule or calculation trigger without relying on exam-room lookup.

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