In the deck repair file, a crew spends 29 hours on documented extra work at $88 per hour. What labor amount should be shown before other charges?
Correct Answer
B) $2,552.
Labor is 29 x $88 = $2,552.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
Labor is 29 x $88 = $2,552.
Why the Other Options Are Wrong
Option A: $2,464.
$2,464. is below the supported result for labor charge calculation; it likely skips a premium-pay or employer-cost component.
Option C: $2,640.
$2,640. is above the supported result for labor charge calculation; it likely pays the wrong premium tier or counts the same hours twice.
Option D: $2,784.
$2,784. is above the supported result for labor charge calculation; it likely pays the wrong premium tier or counts the same hours twice.
Memory Technique
Who controlled dollars, who paid code, where is the Checking Extra-Work record?
Reference Hint
Study anchor (closed-book): memorize Labor charge calculation 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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