PRE-BOARD EXAMINATION – SPP DOCS
5. To perform the variety of services indicated
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1. Shall include cost of the construction as
well as all professional fees, permits,
clearances and utilities and cost of
acquiring the project site / lot, cost of
money, etc.
a. Project Development Cost
b. Project Construction Cost
c. Contract Document Cost
d. Cost Estimates
2. The Consulting Architect in this area of
practice must have much more than the
basic knowledge of Building Materials and
Finishes, Construction Methodologies,
Building Envelopes including cladding and
roofing systems, Architectural
Fenestrations and Architectural Hardware,
Fixtures and Fittings.
a. Building Systems Design
b. Special Building/ Facility Planning
And Design
c. Building Components
d. Architectural Research Methods
3. The Architect as the Construction Manager
shall not:
a. Impose methods, systems or
designs that will substantially affect
the construction schedule and
impair the design concept of the
Architect.
b. make decisions on matters that are
the sole responsibility of the
Architect-of-record (Aor).
c. assume the responsibility of the
Contractor’s project
superintendent.
d. All of the above
4. Inspectors of the (CSG) must have the
following except:
a. A Bachelor of Science in
Architecture (B.S. Arch.) degree.
b. Extensive experience in design and
building construction and must be
very knowledgeable in building
materials and construction
detailing.
c. Registered and License Architect
(RLA).
d. Both A and C
under the Comprehensive Architectural
Services, the Architect must make full use
of his own capability as well as of services
offered by other professionals. He may
expand his staff by hiring the experts
needed, or he may form a team consisting
of professionals such as but not limited to:
a. Architects
b. Bankers
c. Lawyers
d. All of the above
6. The Recommended Professional Fee
(RPF) for an Architect doing Design-Build
Services by Administration, exclusive of
the Architect’s Fee for the Regular Design
Services, shall be?
a. 6% of PCC
b. 7% of PCC
c. 5% of PCC
d. 10% of PCC
7. Before the Owner makes any official
announcement, the IAPOA through the
ADC Committee shall send the Owner a
written approval of the draft Conditions,
including:
a. Timetable
b. the ADC registration fee (when
required)
c. Composition of the advisors
d. Both A and B
8. Structures Belonging to Group 2
i. Nursing Homes
ii. Public Health Centers
iii. Court Houses
iv. Exhibition Halls
a. i, ii & iii
b. i, ii & iv
c. ii, iii & iv
d. i, iii & iv
9. Appointed by the IAPOA National
President to oversee all architectural
design competitions (ADCs)
a. IAPOA ADC Committee
b. Jury
c. Professional Advisor
d. Technical Advisors
10. When the various phases of design
services are completed, the Construction
Phase goes beyond periodic inspection
and assessment to include the following:
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 a. Keeping records and books of
accounts
b. Authorizing and undertaking
payments of accounts
c. Procurement of materials, plants
and equipment, licenses and
permits
d. All of the above
11. Refers to the range of professional services
that covers Pre-design Services, Regular
Design Services, Specialized Architectural
Services, Construction Services and Post-
Construction Services.
a. Comprehensive Architectural
Services
b. Comprehensive Development
Planning Services
c. Post-Design Services
d. Specialized Architectural Services
12. Assist the proper third parties in evaluating
the functional effectiveness of the design
and construction process undertaken.
a. Post-Construction Evaluation
b. Fulltime Supervision Services
c. Construction Management
Services
d. Design Build Services
13. The Architect in this area of practice must
have much more than the basic knowledge
of Specification Writing, Estimation and
Quantity Survey, Architectural Production,
Architectural Software, Architectural
Support Services and Contract Document
Review.
a. Contract Documentation And
Review Services
b. Architectural Research Methods
c. Management Of Architectural
Practices
d. Preliminary Services
14. If the Owner observes or otherwise
becomes aware of anything that may
impair the successful implementation of the
project, he shall?
a. Give prompt written notice to the
Architect.
b. Call the Architect.
c. Immediately stop the Contractor.
d. Promptly examine and render
decision before going to the
Architect.
15. Under Pre-design Services, how many
copies / set of drawings are to be submitted
to the Client?
a. 5
b. 3
c. 7
d. 2
16. They represent the Architect’s initial
assessment of a project’s soundness,
allowing the Client to promptly explore
available/ readily identifiable directions /
options.
a. Preliminary Studies
b. Project Definition
c. Pre-feasibility Studies
d. Pre-Design Services
17. Once the Architect has prepared all the
documents, the Architect has completed
the Detailed Design and Contract
Documents phase of his services. When
the Owner therefore fails to implement the
plans and documents for construction as
prepared by the Architect, the Architect is
entitled to receive as compensation the
sum corresponding to how many percent of
Architect’s fee?
a. 90%
b. 70%
c. 50%
d. 20%
18. The body formed by the Owner and
approved by the Professional Advisor, to
assist the Professional Advisor and the
Jury in the administrative conduct of the
ADC
a. Jury
b. Technical Advisors
c. Competition Secretariat
d. IAPOA ADC Committee
19. The Architect may appoint, subject to the
Owner / Client’s approval, a construction
superintendent, purchasing agent,
timekeeper and property clerk aside from
the usual labor personnel required.
Salaries of such persons are paid by?
a. Owner
b. Architect
c. Contractor
d. Consultant
20. Who shall pay for the cost of all permits,
licenses and other incidentals to the work?
a. Architect
b. Contractor
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 c. Client
d. Construction Manager
21. Who has the prime responsibility for the
plan/design of the project?
a. Architect and Contractor
b. Architect and Owner
c. Specialist Consultants and
Contractor
d. Specialist Consultants and
Architect
22. His training in the coordination of various
specialties allows him to supervise and
assure proper monitoring of all construction
activities with regards to quality,
workmanship and cost.
a. Project Manager
b. Construction Manager
c. Contractor
d. Fulltime Supervisor
23. As stated in SPP Document 204-A, what
does CSG means?
a. Construction Supervision Group
b. Consulting Services Group
c. Certified Specialist Group
d. Consulting Supervision Group
24. Deals with specific expertise for further
enhancement of the architectural interior
and exterior components of a project.
a. Comprehensive Design Services
b. Regular Design Services
c. Post-Construction Services
d. Specialized Architectural Services
25. Means the cost of the completed building
to the Owner, including the structure,
plumbing/sanitary and electrical fixtures,
mechanical equipment, elevators,
escalators, air-conditioning system, fire
protection system, alarm and clock system,
communications and electronic system,
elements attached to the building and all
items indicated in the plans, designs,
drawings and specifications prepared by
the Architect and his consultants.
a. Project Development Cost
b. Project Construction Cost
c. Contract Document Cost
d. Cost Estimates
26. It incorporates a space program with
characterizations of the envisioned spaces
such as ambiance, cost range, etc.
a. Space Planning
b. Space Management Studies
c. Architectural Research
d. Architectural Programming
27. The Architect in this area of practice
undertakes a scientific study on the built
environment’s well-being, which allows the
Architect to focus on the ways in which the
building/structure can best maintain itself
and prolong its life in a cost-efficient
manner, and finally provide
recommendations to the Owner/ Client.
a. Forensic Study
b. Forensic Architecture
c. Forensic Investigation
d. None of the above
28. Under Fulltime Supervision Services, the
following are the scope of services except:
a. Filing of documents
b. Evaluation of Construction Work
c. Quality Assurance
d. Preparation of Daily Inspection
Reports
29. Service where the Architect assists the
Client in conducting bids or negotiations
with General Contractors, subcontractors
and suppliers of building materials,
furniture, equipment, fixtures, etc.
a. Acoustic Design Services
b. Architectural Interiors Services
c. Architectural Lighting Layout And
Design
d. Regular Design Services
30. Assist the proper third parties in seeing to
it that all equipment (air-conditioning,
sprinkler system, generators, transformers,
telecommunications equipment, etc.) are
properly maintained and in good working
condition.
a. Facility Maintenance Support
Services
b. Construction Manager
c. Comprehensive Development
Planning
d. Building Equipment Maintenance
31. As early as during the design development
phase, perhaps even concurrently with the
Architect’s commission, the Project
Manager (PM) should conduct regular
consultations with the Owner and with the
Architects and Engineers (for A&E
services) on all aspects of planning for the
project.
a. Consultation
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 b. Project Development Phase c. P3,000,000 plus 5% of excess of P
c. Pre-Construction Phase 50.0 million
d. Comprehensive Development d. P3,500,000 plus 6% of excess of P
Planning 50.0 million

32. The Recommended Professional Fee

(RPF) for an Architect doing Design-Build 38. The project construction cost is guaranteed
Services on Guaranteed Maximum Cost by the Architect not to exceed how many
shall be? percentage of the estimated project
a. 7% of PCC construction cost?
b. 8% of PCC a. 5%
c. 9% of PCC b. 6%
d. 10% of PCC c. 7%
d. 10%
33. The person or organization that undertakes
or promotes an ADC with the primary 39. Supervise landscape contractors and
objective of obtaining excellence in design gardeners for the proper watering, pruning,
for a project or for a development concept. trimming and maintenance of the
a. PRC landscape (both hardscapes and
b. Owner softscapes).
c. Specialist Consultant a. Project Manager
d. Professional Advisor b. Grounds and Landscaping
Supervision
34. Pursuant to Section 7, Article II of R.A. No. c. Site and Physical Planning
9266, known as? d. Site Development Planning
a. The Architectural Act of 2004
b. The Architecture Act of 2010
c. The Architecture Act of 2004 40. When the Consulting Architect is
d. The Architectural Act of 2010 commissioned to do this service, he
examines existing laws, ordinances, and
35. A person found preparing architectural political / social constraints.
plans without the necessary license is a. Site Development Planning (SDP)
guilty of what? Services
a. Misinterpretation b. Site And Physical Planning
b. Nothing Services
c. Misdemeanor c. Comprehensive Development
d. Illegal Practice Planning (CDP) Services
d. Contract Documentation And
36. Specialist personnel who may be consulted Review Services
by the Jurors during the conduct of the
ADC to permit them to obtain all necessary 41. Is directly responsible to the Owner on all
relevant information. aspects of the construction work:
a. Technical Advisors programming, coordination, quality and
b. Professional Advisor cost control and time management.
c. IAPOA ADC Committee a. Project Manager
d. Competition Secretariat b. Construction Manager
c. Contractor
37. Recommended Professional Fee (RPF) for d. Site Engineer
Detailed Architectural and Engineering
Design Services (DAEDS) with a Project 42. Under Scope of Pre-design Services,
Construction Cost (PCC) of over P50.0 which is NOT included.
million to P100.0 million for buildings with a. Value Management
simplest utilization. b. Architectural Planning
a. P2,000,000 plus 3% of excess of c. Site Utilization and Land-Use
P50.0 million Studies
b. P2,500,000 plus 4% of excess of d. Feasibility Studies
P50.0 million

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43. If portions of the building/s are erected at the very nature of the services, he assumes
different periods of time, thus increasing the dual role of?
the construction period and Architect’s a. Project Coordinator and
burden of services, charges pertaining to Construction Manager
services rendered during the Construction b. Project Manager and Construction
Phase shall be adjusted proportionately. Supervisor
The fee for the remaining works shall be c. Project Consultant and
doubled when the suspension of Construction Manager
construction exceeds a period of how many d. Project Manager and the
months? Construction Manager
a. 4
b. 8 49. The people appointed by the Owner to
c. 6 assess the entries to the competition.
d. 12 a. IAPOA ADC Committee
b. Jury
44. Under Pre-design Services, the Architect c. Professional Advisor
can render services in any of the following d. Technical Advisors
except:
a. By Association, Consultation or 50. For Monumental buildings and other
Networking facilities requiring consummate design skill
b. Architect’s Own Staff and much precise detailing Recommended
c. Individual Architect Professional Fee (RPF) for Detailed
d. None of the above Architectural Design Services (DADS)?
a. 6%
45. Conceptualizes the specifications for the b. 6.6%
needed civil works and utility lines. c. 7.2%
a. Site Development Planning (SDP) d. 7.5%
Services
b. Site And Physical Planning 51. This entails the formulation of site criteria,
Services assistance to the Client in site evaluation
c. Comprehensive Development as well as analysis to determine the most
Planning (CDP) Services appropriate site/s for a proposed project or
d. Contract Documentation And building program.
Review Services a. Site Utilization and Land-Use
Studies
46. Under Multiple of Direct Expenses, all are b. Site Selection and Analysis
to be charged to the Client including: c. Architectural Research
a. Out-of-town living and housing d. Architectural Programming
allowances of local Consultants
b. Cost of Transportation 52. The New/Updated Standards of
c. Living and housing allowances of Professional Practice (SPP) for Architects
foreign consultants was approved and subsequently
d. All of the above prescribed by the PRC through PRBoA
Resolution No. 3 on?
47. The Architect monitor security services. a. 27th July, 2010
Which scope of service is this b. 21st February, 2011
responsibility? c. 9th March 2011
a. Building and Facilities d. 4th July, 2010
Administration
b. Post-Construction Evaluation 53. Reject any offer of free professional
c. Security Evaluation and Planning engineering or allied design service/s, or
Services receive any substantial aid, gifts,
d. Facilities Maintenance Support commissions, or favors which will tend to
Services place him/her under any kind of obligation
to return such favors. This is Architect’s
48. Normally, the Architect enters into a responsibility in relation to?
contract with the Owner to perform a. Manufacturers, Dealers, And
Comprehensive Architectural Services. By Agents

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 b. Contractor c. 20 man-days multiplies by 8 man-
c. Owner hours
d. Colleagues and subordinates d. 26 man-days multiplies by 8 man-
hours
54. The Owner undertakes to accept the
decisions of the Jury to pay the prizes 59. Foreign Architects offering services under
allotted within how many days of the official Regular Design Services are subject to full
announcement of the ADC results? compliances of what section?
a. Thirty (30) Days a. Section 28
b. Fifteen (15) Days b. Section 38
c. Ten (10) Days c. Section 27
d. Five (5) Days d. Section 37

55. In adopting any of the above
arrangements, or any acceptable variation
thereof, the Architect must strictly adhere to
the following:
a. SPP Doc. 200, SPP Doc. 202 and
Architect’s credo
b. SPP Doc. 200 and Architect’s
Credo
c. Code of Ethical Conduct and SPP
Doc. 200
d. Architect’s Credo and SPP Doc.
202
56. Under Post-construction Services, The
Architect may be engaged as one for a
commercial, industrial, residential or
institutional building, facility or complex to
maximize the lifespan of the building/s in
order to produce the maximum economic
return.
a. Project Administrator
b. Building Manager
c. Project Coordinator
d. Building Administrator
57. The Construction Manager (CM) could
either be:
a. an independent individual
b. a member of the staff of the Owner
c. an Architect with extensive
experience in design and building
construction
d. a firm hired by the Owner to
manage the construction of a
particular project.
60. Architectural Service that covers a broad
line of architectural services ranging from
initial problem identification to activities that
would allow the Architect to initially
conceptualize an array of architectural and
allied solutions.
a. Specialized Architectural Services
b. Pre-design Services
c. Comprehensive Design Services
d. Regular Design Services
61. Buildings NOT included in Group 5.
a. Exhibition Halls
b. Exposition Buildings
c. Specialized Decorative Buildings
d. Museums
62. The Consulting Architect in this area of
practice places value on the building /
structure condition and defects, and on its
repair and maintenance, including the
required improvements.
a. Facilities Maintenance Support
b. Building Testing And
Commissioning
c. Forensic Architecture
d. Building Appraisal
63. Determine the effectiveness of the various
building systems and the materials
systems in use:
a. Post-Construction Evaluation
b. Building Systems Design
c. Building Components
d. Forensic Architecture

58. Compensation for the foregoing 64. On Construction Phase, the Project
specialized architectural services, all of Manager (PM) can also serve this position
which may be classified as additional or to oversee time, cost and quality control
extra services, shall be through man- during the construction of the project.
months i.e. a. Construction Manager (CM)
a. 24 man-days multiplies by 8 man- b. Construction Supervisor
hours c. Building Administrator
b. 22 man-days multiplies by 8 man- d. Specialist Consultant
hours

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65. The scope of Design-Build Services by
Administration is similar to that of the 71. This requires primary data gathering and
Architect’s Regular Design Services analysis.
(reference SPP Document 202) EXCEPT: a. Feasibility Studies
a. Construction Phase b. Architectural Research
b. Bidding or Negotiation Phase c. Space Planning
c. Contract Document Phase d. Space Management Studies
d. None of the above
72. An Architect nominated by the Owner and
66. The Architect innovate schemes to attain approved by the IAPoA to organize the
maximum building occupancy. ADC on behalf of the Owner.
a. Promotional Services. a. IAPOA ADC Committee
b. Business Development and b. Professional Advisor
Management. c. Technical Advisors
c. Building Maintenance. d. Competition Secretariat
d. Building Development and
Management. 73. Group 2 – Buildings of moderate
complexity of plan/design.
67. NOT a Scope of Service under Post- i. Residential Condominium
Construction Services. ii. Convention Facilities
a. Post-Construction Evaluation iii. Exhibition Halls
b. Business Development and iv. Mixed Use Buildings
Management. a. i, iii, iv
c. Building and Facilities b. i, ii, iii, iv
Administration c. ii, iii, iv
d. Facilities Maintenance Support d. i, iv

68. When the Owner therefore fails to 74. Comprehensive Architectural Services.
implement the plans and documents for a. SPP Doc. 204-B
construction as prepared by the Architect, b. SPP Doc. 208
the Architect is entitled to receive as c. SPP Doc. 206
compensation the sum corresponding how d. SPP Doc. 205
many percentage of the Architect’s fee?
a. 15% 75. Which is an unethical action with respect to
b. 20% the Architect’s responsibility to the people?
c. 40% a. Seek constructive civic service
d. 90% b. Shares technical information
c. Promote professional organization
69. Buildings of simplest utilization and d. Take part in paid endorsement of
character (Group 1) – building material
i. Supermarkets
ii. Hangars 76. This method of compensation for
iii. Habitable Agricultural Buildings architectural services is the most common
iv. Service Garages worldwide. This method is fair to both the
a. i, ii, iv Client and the Architect as the fee is
b. i, ii, iii, iv pegged to the cost of the Project the Client
c. ii, iv is willing to undertake.
d. ii, iii, iv a. Unit Cost Method
b. Lump Sum or Fixed Fee
70. Monitor maintenance and upkeep services c. Professional Expenses
(cleanliness of corridors, lobbies, stairs and d. Percentage based on Project
other common areas, exits, parking areas, Construction Cost
garbage collection).
a. Facilities Maintenance Support 77. It was given to the Architect beforehand
b. Building and Facilities and is accounted for and subject to periodic
Administration auditing by the Client since the Architect
c. Post-Construction Evaluation does not advance any money for payment
d. Forensic Architecture of expenditures connected with the work.

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 a. Petty Cash d. Lump Sum or Fixed Fee
b. Revolving Fund
c. Salaries 84. Which is an ethical action with respect to
d. Compensation the Architect’s responsibility to his
Manufacturers, Dealers and Agents?
78. The Architect sees to it that the building a. Receives gifts or favors from
and all the parts thereof (structure, agents.
plumbing, electrical, partitions, finishes, b. Receives commissions placing him
etc.) are all in good condition. in a reciprocal frame of mind.
a. Business Development and c. Avails of technical services by
Management. manufacturer accompanied by an
b. Building Equipment Maintenance. obligation.
c. Grounds and Landscaping d. Accepts market discounts credited
Supervision. to client
d. Building Maintenance.
85. NOT included on the Buildings of
79. The Architect’s compensation should NOT exceptional character and complexity of
be based on: plan/design.
a. Popularity a. Public Health Centers
b. Experience b. Hotels
c. Talents c. Breweries
d. Imagination d. Mall Complexes

80. A method of compensation where more
than one method of compensation on a
project is provided.
a. Mixed Method of Condensation
b. Lump Sum or Fixed Fee
c. Mixed Method of Compensation
d. Multiple of Direct Personnel
Expenses
81. The responsibilities of the Construction
Manager includes the functions of the
Construction Supervision Group except:
a. Cost and Quality Control
b. Coordination and Supervision
c. Keeping of Records
d. Quality Control of Work
82. As stated under SPP Doc. 206, as shall be
described in the Architect’s Guidelines, the
Project Manager is compensated on what
basis?
a. Monthly Salary / Fee
b. Lump Sum or Fixed Fee
c. Per Diem, Honorarium Plus
Reimbursable Expense
d. Percentage
83. Compensation for the Architect performing
Design-Build Services can be based on the
following except:
a. Built-in in the Guaranteed
Maximum Cost
b. Percentage of Project Development
Cost
c. Professional Fee plus Expenses
86. When the plan/design and related Contract
Documents are re-used for the repetitive
construction of similar buildings without
amending the drawing and the
specifications, the recommended
professional fee for the first building is
equivalent to:
a. 12% of PCC
b. 100% of RPF for type of building
c. 50% of RPF for type of building
d. Fee for one unit plus 50% of RPF
for each additional unit
87. The Recommended Professional Fee
(RPF) for Project Manager?
a. 2% - 5% of PCC
b. 2.5% - 5% of PCC
c. 1.5% - 3% of PCC
d. 1% - 3% of PCC
88. The Architect’s Fee is based on:
a. Project Construction Cost
b. Project Development Cost
c. Project Classification
d. Project Complexity
89. After the initial meeting / conversation /
correspondence with the Client, the
Architect must submit his proposal for pre-
design services, stating the following
except:
a. Method of Payment
b. Scope of Work
c. Other Conditions of Services
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 96. The Multiple of Direct Personnel Expense
90. This includes the causes of observed is applicable to what type of work?
building deficiencies e.g., non-compliance a. Government Projects
with planning and building laws, deviations b. Research
from original use or function of spaces c. Creative Work
a. Forensic Study d. Ocular Site Inspection
b. Forensic Architecture
c. Forensic Investigation 97. Is normally recommended by the Architect
d. None of the above based on their performance, and hired by
the Owner. They are answerable to both
91. The full conditions include the program, the Owner and Architect.
instructions on submission of entries, site a. Consulting Architect
plans, entry forms and official envelopes b. Construction Supervision Group
and labels. These are drawn up by the c. Contractor
Professional Advisor. d. Project Manager
a. Instruction to Bidders
b. Specification 98. What shall be provided as an Honorarium
c. Contract Document to the Technical Advisor?
d. Conditions a. Consultation Fee
b. Professional Fee
92. The Architect as Project Manager can be c. Monthly Salary
compensated using the following except: d. Reimbursable Expense
a. Retainer
b. Lump Sum or Fixed Fee 99. Standards of Professional Practice (SPP)
c. Professional Fee plus Expenses Document Number 209.
d. Multiple of Direct Personnel a. Professional Architecture
Expense Consulting Services
b. Professional Architectural
93. The Architect’s Fee for Fulltime Consultants Specialist
Supervision as based on the PPC shall be c. Professional Architectural
detailed in the: Consulting Services
a. Architect’s Guidelines d. Professional Architectural
b. Architect’s National Code Competition Services
c. Standards of Professional Practice
d. RA. 9266 100. Scope of Services for Project
Management as per SPP Doc. 206:
94. Does NOT belong to Group 4 a. Pre-Construction Phase and
a. Multi-storey Apartments Construction Phase
b. Townhouses b. Pre-Design Phase and Post-Design
c. Row-houses Phase
d. Shop-houses c. Project Development Phase and
Construction Phase
95. The 2010 SPP Documents has identified d. Building Facilities and Maintenance
several methods of compensation which and Post-Construction Evaluation
can be generally classified into these three
main types:
a. Percentage-based Fee, Lump Sum
or Fixed Fee and Time Basis
b. Percentage based on Project
Construction Cost, Unit Cost
Method, and Value-based
Pricing/Percentage of Gross
Rentals
c. Professional Fee plus Expenses,
Per Diem or Hourly Basis, Retainer
d. Percentage-based Fee, Unit Cost
Method and Retainer

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