Contracts & ExecutionQuestion 70 of 1632
California's "prompt payment" law requires owners to pay general contractors within how many days of a proper invoice?
a.7 days
b.30 days
c.45 days
d.60 days
Explanation
On private works, owners must pay general contractors within 30 days of a proper undisputed invoice. On public works the period is 30 days from invoice or 39 days from billing, depending on the agency.
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