A deleted special-order item has a $2,400 cost and the signed restocking charge is 15 percent. What charge is calculated?
Correct Answer
A) $360.
Fifteen percent of $2,400 is $360.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
Fifteen percent of $2,400 is $360.
Why the Other Options Are Wrong
Option B: $240.
$240. is below the supported result for restocking charge calculation; it likely omits part of the approved scope, cap, credit, or holdback.
Option C: $420.
$420. is above the supported result for restocking charge calculation; it likely adds scope or money the rule does not allow.
Option D: $480.
$480. is above the supported result for restocking charge calculation; it likely adds scope or money the rule does not allow.
Memory Technique
Checking Owner-Requested contract math: approved scope is the ruler for restocking charge.
Reference Hint
Study anchor (closed-book): memorize Restocking 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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