T/F Test 2

Shop drawings should not be used by the architect to make design changes.

TRUE

The architect is required to visit the site at regular intervals during the construction phase.

FALSE

The architect's principal function during the construction phase is to advise the owner if the contractor is performing work according to contract documents.

TRUE

The AIA contract documents give the architect the right to stop work on a project.

FALSE

The owner is responsible for paying for testing and inspection if the results show the work meets contract requirements.

TRUE

Shop drawings are "complete" and do not need any revisions.

FALSE

The contractor is responsible for the preparation of shop drawings.

TRUE

The architect's approval of submittals is a "double check" of the contractor
as work.

FALSE

A bid bond guarantees that the bidder will enter into a contract with the owner at the bid price.

TRUE

The amount of the performance bond is normally 50\% of the contract amount.

FALSE

The architect should avoid direct contact with subcontractors and suppliers.

TRUE

Arbitration is generally quicker than a trial.

TRUE

Subrogation is when an insured party can recover the amount of loss from another party who caused the loss.

FALSE

A change order becomes a contract modification only after it is signed by the owner, architect, and contractor.

TRUE

Substantial completion means that all construction work is 100\% finished.

FALSE

Record drawings are prepared by the architect to show the actual construction work completed in the field.

FALSE

BIM is a type of software used to create 3D models of buildings.

FALSE

Retainage can be used to protect the owner against a contractor
as failure to complete the work.

TRUE

Proper project documentation can serve as legal evidence in disputes.

TRUE

Final payment is released only after the contractor submits a release of liens from subcontractors and suppliers.

TRUE