What is the usual purpose of a mobilisation advance paid under a construction contract?
Correct answer: A. To help the contractor establish resources and start site operations
- A. To help the contractor establish resources and start site operations
- B. To compensate the employer for delayed completion
- C. To settle the contractor's final profit before completion
- D. To replace retention money throughout the contract
Explanation
Mobilisation advance provides early funds for bringing labour, equipment, temporary facilities, and materials to the site. It is normally recovered from later payments and does not represent final profit or retention.
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