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CSLB Exam Practice

Practice multiple-choice questions for CSLB-style exams: Law & Business plus your trade exam.

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Law & Business applies to essentially every trade. Trade exams are classification-specific.

Law & Business

Practice the standard exam every qualifying individual must pass.

Practice Law & Business

Trade exam

Select a classification and practice trade-specific questions.

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Question sets in this portal

Business Law181 Q
C-1742 Q

What You’re Preparing For

CSLB qualifying examinations are typically two-part

In general, the CSLB qualifying examination process includes a Law & Business exam and a trade-specific exam for the classification being applied for. Exams are administered through PSI testing centers.

What to expect on test day

  • Computer-based, multiple-choice questions (one best answer).
  • Approximately 3.5 hours to complete each examination.
  • Closed book (no reference materials).
  • Some questions require math; a calculator is provided.
  • Many exams include questions that refer to blueprints and/or drawings booklets.

Important notes

  • Do not assume a fixed passing percentage; candidates are informed at the test site.
  • CSLB notes there are no schools or prep organizations affiliated with CSLB.

Law & Business Blueprint

Official topic areas (approx. weights)

Business Organization and Licensing13%
Business Finances15%
Employment Requirements20%
Insurance and Liens12%
Contract Requirements and Execution21%
Public Works5%
Safety14%

C-17 Glazing Blueprint

Official topic areas (approx. weights)

Planning and Estimating27%
Fabrication and Installation of Framing Systems21%
Fabrication and Installation of Glazing Materials18%
Glazing Replacement and Retrofit Projects15%
Safety19%

Source Materials

Law & Business references CSLB lists

Use official CSLB and related references as your baseline for study.

  • California Contractors License Law & Reference Book (CSLB)
  • California Employer’s Guide (DE 44) — EDD
  • California Financial Code (PACE program) — CA Legislative Info
  • California Labor Code — CA Legislative Info
  • “Get Licensed to Build” — CSLB
  • “Maintain and Change Your License” — CSLB
  • NASCLA Contractors Guide to Business, Law and Project Management (14th Ed.)
  • IRS Publication 15 (Circular E), Employer’s Tax Guide
  • DIR Public Works Manual
  • Cal/OSHA safety orders (CCR Title 8; General Industry + Construction)