What does a guaranteed maximum price provide in a cost-plus contract?
AA minimum profit guarantee
BA refund of retention money
CAn upper limit on owner cost
DA fixed unit rate per item
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. An upper limit on owner cost
A guaranteed maximum price caps the construction costs and fees the owner must pay, and the contractor bears overruns.
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