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The owner selects light fixtures costing $12,000 more than the electrical fixture allowance. What should the contractor prepare?

Correct Answer

D) A contract adjustment under the allowance and change-order provisions

When approved selections exceed the allowance, the contract is adjusted according to the allowance and change-order terms. Other choices ignore the cost difference or use the wrong contract mechanism.

Answer Options
A
Base the allowance overrun response on a zero-cost RFI response
B
Classify the condition as a deductive change for the allowance overrun
C
Classify the condition as a new base bid
D
A contract adjustment under the allowance and change-order provisions

Why This Is the Correct Answer

When approved selections exceed the allowance, the contract is adjusted according to the allowance and change-order terms. Other choices ignore the cost difference or use the wrong contract mechanism.

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