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What is the main purpose of establishing lines of authority in construction projects?
What is the main purpose of establishing lines of authority in construction projects?
- To avoid establishing agency relationships
- To decrease the need for daily approvals
- To increase the likelihood of misunderstandings
- To benefit the project by ensuring necessary decisions are made (correct)
What happens if on-site representatives are not designated and given the necessary authority?
What happens if on-site representatives are not designated and given the necessary authority?
- Decreased confusion and disputes
- Breakdown in communication leading to confusion (correct)
- Increased likelihood of legal ramifications
- Improved communication and clarity
In construction projects, which entities are involved in decision-making processes?
In construction projects, which entities are involved in decision-making processes?
- Individuals
- Non-profit organizations exclusively
- Corporations, partnerships, or business associations (correct)
- Government agencies only
What is the consequence of establishing lines of authority in a haphazard manner?
What is the consequence of establishing lines of authority in a haphazard manner?
When is an agency relationship established in construction projects?
When is an agency relationship established in construction projects?
What type of authority is established by contract documents explicitly stating an individual's decision-making authority?
What type of authority is established by contract documents explicitly stating an individual's decision-making authority?
In public construction projects, why is the existence of actual authority important?
In public construction projects, why is the existence of actual authority important?
How can private organizations protect themselves regarding authority delegation?
How can private organizations protect themselves regarding authority delegation?
What may lead to the constructive waiver of a contractual disclaimer regarding authority?
What may lead to the constructive waiver of a contractual disclaimer regarding authority?
What is a common form of ratification in the context of authority delegation at a job site?
What is a common form of ratification in the context of authority delegation at a job site?
