How many hours of continuing education are required for Tennessee residential contractor license renewal?
Correct Answer
B) 6 hours
Tennessee requires 6 hours of continuing education for residential contractor license renewal.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
Tennessee law requires exactly 6 hours of continuing education for residential contractor license renewal. This relatively modest requirement reflects the state's approach to keeping active licensees current without excessive burden.
Why the Other Options Are Wrong
Option A: 12 hours
12 hours is double the required amount. Some states use 12-hour CE requirements, but Tennessee's residential contractor renewal requires only 6 hours.
Option C: 10 hours
10 hours is a common CE requirement in other professions and states, but does not apply to Tennessee residential contractor renewal. Do not confuse with other license types.
Option D: 8 hours
8 hours is not the Tennessee standard. This number may seem plausible but the state code specifically mandates 6 hours.
Memory Technique
Think '6 for the Volunteer State' — Tennessee has 6 letters in its nickname 'Vols' (short for Volunteers), and needs 6 CE hours.
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