A contract says 'kitchen refresh' but does not list cabinets, counters, flooring, paint, or exclusions. What should be improved?
Correct Answer
D) Detailed scope.
The contract should describe the agreed work, materials, and exclusions in detail rather than rely on a vague label.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
The contract should describe the agreed work, materials, and exclusions in detail rather than rely on a vague label.
Why the Other Options Are Wrong
Option A: Detailed written scope.
Detailed written scope. skips the written authority, scope, price, notice, or release control needed for scope description.
Option B: Finish selection schedule.
Finish selection schedule. skips the written authority, scope, price, notice, or release control needed for scope description.
Option C: Owner approval log.
Owner approval log. skips the written authority, scope, price, notice, or release control needed for scope description.
Memory Technique
When contract clashes with describe, let the contract speak before Reviewing Kitchen.
Reference Hint
Study anchor (closed-book): memorize Scope description from CSLB 2026 Law Book; CSLB Home Improvement Contracts / B&P Code Section 7159 home improvement contract requirements; know the rule or calculation trigger without relying on exam-room lookup.
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