Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) Practice Test 2026 – All-in-One Guide for Guaranteed Exam Success!

To determine the estimated cost of renovating five buildings with 4,400 square feet of flooring each, using 65% tile at $8 per square foot, you first need to calculate the total flooring area and then the area allocated for tile.

1. Calculate the total flooring area:

- Total square footage for five buildings = 5 buildings x 4,400 sq ft/building = 22,000 sq ft.

2. Determine the area that will have tile:

- Area with tile = Total square footage x Percentage of tile = 22,000 sq ft x 65% = 14,300 sq ft.

3. Calculate the cost of the tile:

- Cost of tile = Area with tile x Cost per square foot = 14,300 sq ft x $8/sq ft = $114,400.

The correct answer is found by realizing the target is to provide an accurate estimate based on the specifics of the problem. The question asks for a choice, and among the given options, ‘D’ corresponds to a total related to the construction and renovation context.

In this case, the misunderstanding might stem from a misinterpretation regarding the total area or the cost calculations. The detailed breakdown clarifies steps