How CSLB practice questions are structured
Our original practice questions use four answer options to help you review California rules, construction math, safety and contract requirements. They are not official CSLB exam questions, and License Contractor School is not affiliated with or endorsed by CSLB. Practice questions support both recall (do you know the answer?) and reasoning (can you eliminate the wrong answers when you don't?).
A sample question
Q: A contractor enters into a home improvement contract for $18,000. What is the maximum down payment allowed under California law?
A. $1,000 or 10% of the contract price, whichever is less
B. $1,000 or 10% of the contract price, whichever is more
C. $2,000 or 20% of the contract price, whichever is less
D. There is no statutory limit
Answer: A. Under California Business and Professions Code §7159, the down payment on a home improvement contract cannot exceed $1,000 or 10% of the contract price, whichever is less. For an $18,000 contract, 10% = $1,800, so the limit is $1,000.
What you get with the paid practice bank
- Classification-specific question bank across published CSLB content areas, with explanations citing relevant California rules where available.
- Timed practice so you can separate study mode from exam-style work.
- Spaced-repetition flashcards for laws, definitions, and math formulas that need to live in long-term memory.
- Missed-question review that keeps weak topics visible until you answer correctly.
- Saved progress so your attempts and review work stay with your account.
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