West Virginia Contractors License Practice Exam

Which of the following documents may be needed to show proof of experience?

1. Tax returns or payroll records

2. Bank statements

3. Invoices from suppliers

4. Letters of recommendation

The correct answer is: Tax returns or payroll records

Tax returns or payroll records are important documents that can effectively demonstrate proof of experience in the contracting field. These documents provide a clear record of income earned through contracting work, which can be tied directly to the time spent working on projects. They also reflect the nature of the work performed, showing whether the individual has maintained consistent employment in the contracting industry. In contrast, the other options do not serve the same purpose as clearly. Bank statements may offer information on transactions but do not specifically validate the type or scope of contracting experience. Invoices from suppliers might indicate purchases made, but they do not substantiate the contractor's own experience level or the projects completed. Letters of recommendation can provide qualitative assessments of a contractor's skills, but they are subjective and not as robust as financial documents for demonstrating experience concretely. Thus, tax returns or payroll records remain the most authoritative forms of proof of experience in this context.