Career Progression Opportunities Quiz

Which of the following is an example of self-employment?

• Starting your own business

• Working for a large corporation

• Joining a partnership

• Becoming a sole trader

What does it mean to be self-employed in contract work?

• Working regularly for an employer

• Providing a service/labour to another company under terms specified within an agreement

• Working without any agreement

• Being employed by a single company

In self-employed contract work, who specifies the terms of the agreement?

• The government

• The employer

• The service provider and the company

• The employees' union

Who normally pays the subcontractor for their services?

• The client

• The main contractor

• The government

• The project manager

What is the main role of a subcontractor in a project?

• To perform a specific task as part of the overall project

• To manage the entire project

• To supply materials for the project

• To design the project

What is the payment arrangement for a subcontractor?

• They are normally paid by the main contractor

• They are paid by the client

• They are paid by the government

• They are paid by the project manager

What is a key characteristic of private limited companies?

• A. They have unlimited liability for their shareholders.

• B. They issue shares to the public.

• C. Their liabilities (debts) are separate from the owners.

• D. They are owned by a single individual.

What is the liability status of limited company types for their shareholders?

• A. Unlimited liability

• B. No liability

• C. Limited liability

• D. Shared liability

Which organization is mentioned in the document?

• Internal Revenue Service

• Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs

• World Health Organization

• United Nations

Which trend focuses on environmental considerations in the construction industry?

• More Technological Integration

• Increase in Prefabrication of Construction Projects

• Additional Focus on Sustainability

• Improved Safety Procedures