Free Oregon Construction Contractors Practice Questions

Sample Practice Questions

Try these 10 sample questions from the Oregon Construction Contractors practice bank. Each includes the answer and explanation. Continue with the interactive practice above to review the full question set.

1. 1When must an Oregon contractor hold a current CCB license and proper endorsement when bidding compensated construction work?

   1. A. Before submitting the bid
   2. B. Only after award
   3. C. At first payment
   4. D. After permit issuance

   Answer: A

   Explanation: The controlling source states, "must have a current license issued by the Construction Contractors Board." ORS 701.021 requires current licensure and an appropriate endorsement when a person undertakes, offers, or submits a bid for contractor work.

   Reference: Oregon Revised Statutes — ORS 701.021

2. 2Which structure is the simplest one-owner business form but leaves the owner personally liable for all obligations?

   1. A. Corporation
   2. B. General partnership
   3. C. Limited liability company
   4. D. Sole proprietorship

   Answer: D

   Explanation: The controlling source states, "the simplest form of business where one individual conducts the business." The Oregon Secretary of State describes a sole proprietorship as one individual conducting the business with personal liability for its obligations.

   Reference: Oregon Secretary of State : Business Types : State of Oregon — Sole Proprietorships

3. 3What should a prime contractor verify before assigning Oregon construction work to a subcontractor?

   1. A. A current workers' compensation policy only
   2. B. Required CCB license and proper endorsement
   3. C. A current general liability policy only
   4. D. An Oregon payroll identification number only

   Answer: B

   Explanation: The controlling source states, "must have a current license issued by the Construction Contractors Board." ORS 701.021 requires licensing to undertake contractor work, and ORS 701.131 requires proper endorsement for compensation rights.

   Reference: Oregon Revised Statutes — ORS 701.021

4. 4Above what aggregate price must an Oregon residential construction agreement generally be written?

   1. A. $2,000
   2. B. $1,000
   3. C. $5,000
   4. D. $10,000

   Answer: A

   Explanation: The controlling source states, "if the aggregate contract price exceeds $2,000." ORS 701.305 requires a written contract when the aggregate residential contract price exceeds $2,000.

   Reference: Oregon Revised Statutes — ORS 701.305

5. 5Under Oregon's standard invitation-to-bid method for a public improvement, to whom is award generally made?

   1. A. Highest-ranked responsive proposer
   2. B. Lowest responsive, responsible bidder
   3. C. Contractor selected by direct appointment
   4. D. Offeror selected after competitive negotiation

   Answer: B

   Explanation: The controlling source states, "shall award the contract to the lowest responsible bidder." ORS 279C.375 requires award to the lowest responsible bidder after bid opening, subject to responsiveness and statutory criteria.

   Reference: Oregon Revised Statutes — ORS 279C.375(1)-(2)

6. 6Which project-management document defines how an Oregon agency will manage, document, monitor, and control contract performance?

   1. A. Contract Administration Plan
   2. B. Notice to Proceed
   3. C. Contract Amendment
   4. D. Change Order

   Answer: A

   Explanation: The official manual states, "The Contract Administration Plan (CAP) defines how the agency will manage the contract and document, monitor and control contract performance." That definition identifies the CAP, rather than a change instrument or authorization notice.

   Reference: Das Contract Administration — Develop Contract Administration Plan

7. 7At what height must Oregon construction employees generally be protected from unprotected sides or edges?

   1. A. Four feet above a lower level
   2. B. Ten feet above a lower level
   3. C. Fifteen feet above a lower level
   4. D. Six feet or more above a lower level

   Answer: D

   Explanation: The controlling source states, "6 feet or more above lower levels." Oregon OSHA's construction fall-protection rule generally requires protection at unprotected sides and edges six feet or more above a lower level.

   Reference: Fall Protection — OAR 437-003-1501, unprotected sides and edges

8. 8Before renovation or demolition, which Oregon structure generally requires an asbestos survey?

   1. A. A commercial structure of any age or a residential structure built before 2004
   2. B. Commercial structures built before 2004 and residential structures of any age
   3. C. Commercial and residential structures built before 1990
   4. D. Commercial and residential structures built during or after 2004

   Answer: A

   Explanation: The controlling source states, "All commercial buildings regardless of construction date and residential buildings constructed before 2004." Oregon DEQ requires an accredited asbestos survey for commercial structures regardless of age and residential structures constructed before 2004, subject to stated exceptions.

   Reference: Department of Environmental Quality : Asbestos Survey Resources : Hazards and Cleanup : State of Oregon — OAR 340-248-0270(1)-(4)

9. 9In a basic accounting system, where are business transactions first recorded chronologically?

   1. A. General ledger
   2. B. Trial balance
   3. C. Journal
   4. D. Income statement

   Answer: C

   Explanation: The controlling source states, "A journal is a book where you record each business transaction." IRS Publication 583 explains that journals are books of original entry in which transactions are recorded before posting to ledgers.

   Reference: Publication 583 (12/2024), Starting a Business and Keeping Records | Internal Revenue Service — Recording business transactions; journals and ledgers

10. 10What must an Oregon employer obtain before issuing any employee paycheck?

    1. A. Federal employer identification number
    2. B. Oregon CCB license number
    3. C. Oregon Business Registry number
    4. D. Oregon business identification number

    Answer: D

    Explanation: The controlling source states, "You must register before issuing any paychecks." Oregon Department of Revenue payroll guidance directs employers to register for a business identification number before issuing paychecks.

    Reference: Dor Withholding Payroll — Registering for payroll tax; business identification number