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Specification divisions

The divisions of specifications is intended to organize dividing work among various trades and subcontractors. True or False?

AnswerFalse. The contractor is responsible for dividing the work, irrespective of specification organization. See 1.2.2 in the A201-2007 contract document with commentary - link is under CDS tab above.

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