An owner verbally approves added recessed lighting but refuses to sign the change form before work. What is the safest contract response?
Correct Answer
B) Do not proceed.
Changed work should not proceed without the required written authorization.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
Changed work should not proceed without the required written authorization.
Why the Other Options Are Wrong
Option A: Contract completion.
Contract completion. skips the written authority, scope, price, notice, or release control needed for change order authorization.
Option C: Contractor identity information.
Contractor identity information. skips the written authority, scope, price, notice, or release control needed for change order authorization.
Option D: Correct inconsistency.
Correct inconsistency. skips the written authority, scope, price, notice, or release control needed for change order authorization.
Memory Technique
Change Order square for Handling Requested: scope, authority, price, paper.
Reference Hint
Study anchor (closed-book): memorize Change order authorization from CSLB 2026 Law Book; CSLB Home Improvement Contracts / B&P Code Section 7159 written change order requirements; know the rule or calculation trigger without relying on exam-room lookup.
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