Professional Practice Questionnaires

1. Under what category of architect’s services does interior design fall?

a. Specialized Allied Services
b. Comprehensive Services
c. Design
d. Post Construction
2. What decree specifies that all designs, drawings and specifications prepared
by the architect are his/her property which serves as instruments of his/her
professional services?

a. PD.1000
b. PD. 49
c. Acoustics
d. PD.344

3. Under the owner-architect agreement, which of the following is/are chargeable

to the owner?

a. Mural Paintings
b. Interior Design
c. Acoustics
d. All listed items

4. Under  PD.1096 what should be the proportion of sidewalk width to that of the
road right-of-way?

a. ½
b. 1/3
c. ¼
d. 1/6

5. What code holds the architect responsible for the building structure he
designed for a certain period of time?

a. Architect’s National Code of Ethics

b. National Building Code
c. Civil Code
d. Code of Professional Practice

6. In the Architect’s code of ethics, to whom does the architect have

responsibility to refrain from associating himself with any enterprise of
doubtful character?

a. People
b. Client
c. Contractor
d. Colleagues and Subordinates

7. What is the effectivity (commencement of work) of a construction contract

from receipt of Notice?
 a. 7days
b. 1month
c. 2weeks
d. 10days

8. What type of bond guarantees payment on all obligations arising from the
contract?

a. Performance
b. Payment
c. Guarantee
d. Proposal

9. In the Architect’s Code of Ethics, to whom does the architect have

responsibility to seek opportunities for constructive service in civic and urban
affairs?

a. Public
b. Manufacturers/Dealers
c. Contractor
d. Client

10. All buildings/Structures are required to comply with certain rules/regulations

in terms of design, quality of materials, construction, use, occupancy and
maintenance. What legal mandate governs these requirements

a. Performance
b. Payment
c. Guarantee
d. Proposal

11. Under the Civil Code, under what conditions can the Contractor be held liable
for damages within fifteen years after project completion?

a. Structure Collapses due to defective materials

b. Structure collapses due to defects in plans/specifications.
c. Structure collapses due to violation of terms/conditions.
d. Structure collapses due to delayed construction.

12. Under the owner-architect agreement, which of the following is/are included
in project construction cost?

a. Fire-fighting equipment
b. Plumbing/Electrical Fixtures
c. Elevator/Escalator
d. All listed items

13. A well written set of specifications is important to at least four actors in the
building industry. Who of the following is able to check the character and
quality of materials and workmanship during construction?
 a. Construction Superintendent
b. Fabricator
c. Estimator
d. Architect

14. Which of the following is NOT included in the set of contract documents
which forms an integral part of an owner-contractor agreement?

a. Labor force
b. Drawings, plans, elevations, etc.
c. Detailed/itemized drawings
d. General conditions

15. Under BP 220, areas for community facilities should be allocated as a

percentage of the gross area of the housing subdivision depending on density
IF the density of the project is 225, what is the percentage?

a. 2.0%
b. 1.0%
c. 3.0%
d. 2.5%

16. What Presidential Decree created the Professional Regulation Commission

(PRC) which regulates the practice of various professionals in the Philippines?

a. PD.223
b. PD.1098
c. PD.474
d. PD.1081

17. Under PD 1096, which of the following is NOT regulated or controlled in

terms of minimum standard/requirements?

a. Quality of Materials
b. Aesthetics
c. Construction System
d. Use and Occupancy

18. Within what period should the owner release the retention after the date of
final payment?

a. 4 months
b. 3months
c. 2months
d. 5months

19. In the architect’s range of services under which services does cost, time and
quality control of work fall?

a. Comprehensive planning
 b. Design Build
c. Construction
d. Specialized Allied

20. What legal mandate obliges owner to repair or demolish dangerous or ruinous
buildings?

a. National Building Code

b. Civil Code
c. Zoning Code
d. Housing and Subdivision Code

21. Under PD 1185, what is the maximum width (meters) of a single door in a
doorway?

a. 1.5m
b. 0.9m
c. 1.22m
d. 1.4m

22. In a typical owner agreement, which of the following is generally chargeable

to owner?

a. Movable Furniture
b. Five sets of contract documents
c. Income taxes on professional fees
d. Structural/electrical/sanitary engineering

23. How many copies of drawings specifications and other contract documents are
usually given to the owner by the architect?

a. 10
b. 5
c. 7
d. 6

24. What agency is tasked with the implementation and enforcement of

registration of subdivision and condominium dealers, brokers and salesmen?

a. Housing and Land Use Regulatory Board

b. Department of Trade and Industry
c. National Housing Authority
d. Professional Regulation Commission

25. Which of the following population characteristics are important considerations

to determine housing needs?

a. All listed items

b. Socio economic Characteristics
c. Migration/ Out migration
 d. Overcrowding

26. In the architect’s range of services, under which phase does site utilization and
land use fall? (PP001 & Architect’s National Code p.21)

a. Pre-Design services
b. Design services
c. Construction services
d. Specialized and allied services

27. What is the time frame for the release of the amount retained by the owner
after the date of final payment? (PP015 & CDEP handout)

a. 15 days
b. 120 days
c. 60 days
d. 3 months

28. You are hired as the architect for a 6-storey condominium project on a design-
build service with a guaranteed maximum cost of P 120 million.  After
completion, the actual costs incurred for the project reached P 135 million.
Which of the following condition is TRUE: (PP007 & Architect’s National
Code p.73)

a. You pay for the P 15 million excess

b. You pay P 9 million while the Owner pays only P 6 million
c. Excess divided equally between you and owner (each pay P 7.5
million)
d. Owner pays P 15 million

29. What do you call the outline set of specifications enumerating the type / trade
names of materials? (PP009)

a. supplementary specifications
b. breakdown of work and corresponding value
c. schedule of materials and finishes
d. brand-name specifications

30. According to EO 1008, two methods of settling disputes are through

Mediation or Arbitration.  Which of the following describes the former?
(CDEP p.I-33)

a. Meetings are scheduled, recorded, and held in CIAC offices

b. Cannot proceed if any of the parties are not present
c. Parties agree to submit disputes for resolution by their chosen judges
d. Writ of Execution is issued to enforce the award

31. Which organization has the power to approve, issue, limit, or cancel permits
for foreign architects who will be practicing architecture in the Philippines?
(PP076/PP090)
 a. United Architects of the Philippines (UAP)
b. Integrated and Accredited Professional Organization  of Architects
(IAPOA)
c. Professional Regulatory Board of Architecture (BOA)
d. Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE)

32. According to PD 223, which of the following is(are) grounds for filing a
complaint against a professional or an examinee: (CDEP p.I-1 & PD223
Art.4)

1. Unprofessional / unethical conduct

2. Incompetence
3. Insanity
4. Conviction of criminal offense

a. 4
b. 1,2 and 4
c. 1,2,3 and 4
d. None of the Above

33.  Unless extended for just cause, The Board of Architecture shall submit to the
PRC the ratings obtained by each examiner within how many days/months?
a. 120 days
b. 3 months
c. 30 days
d. 2 months
34. What is the correct order of the 16 Specifications Divisions: (PP063 & CDEP
p.I-22)

a. – 1:General Requirements / 2:Site Works / 3:Concrete / 4:Masonry / 5:Metals

/6:Woods & Plastics / 7:Doors & Windows / 8:Thermal & Moisture Protection /
9:Finishes / 10:Specialties / 11:Equipment / 12:Furnishings / 13:Special
Construction / 14:Conveying Systems / 15:Mechanical / 16:Electrical
b. – 1:General Requirements / 2:Site Works / 3:Concrete / 4:Masonry / 5:Metals /
6:Woods & Plastics / 7:Thermal & Moisture Protection / 8:Doors & Windows /
9:Finishes / 10:Special Construction / 11:Equipment / 12:Furnishings /
13:Specialties / 14:Conveying Systems / 15:Mechanical /16:Electrical
c. – 1:General Requirements / 2:Site Works / 3:Concrete / 4:Masonry / 5:Metals /
6:Woods & Plastics / 7:Thermal & Moisture Protection / 8:Doors & Windows /
9:Finishes / 10:Specialties / 11:Equipment / 12:Furnishings /13:Special Construction /
14:Conveying Systems / 15:Mechanical / 16:Electrical
d. – 1:General Requirements / 2:Site Works / 3:Concrete / 4:Masonry / 5:Metals /
6:Woods & Plastics / 7:Thermal & Moisture Protection / 8:Doors & Windows /
9:Finishes / 10:Specialties / 11:Furnishings / 12:Equipment / 13:Special
Construction / 14:Conveying Systems / 15:Mechanical / 16:Electrical

35. What type of bond guarantees payment on all obligations arising from the
contract?
a. Guarantee bond
b. Proposal bond
 c. Performance bond
d. Payment bond
36. Which of the following limitations in the registration of a corporation is
correct as prescribed under RA9266 Section 37? (PP081/PP100)

a. Registered and licensed architects shall compose at least 75% of the

owners / Such corporation shall be registered with S.E.C.
b. Registered and licensed architects shall compose at least 70% of the
owners / Such corporation shall be registered with S.E.C. and the
Board
c. Registered and licensed architects shall compose at least 75% of the
owners / Such corporation shall be registered with S.E.C. and the
Board
d. Registered and licensed architects shall compose at least 70% of the
owners / Such corporation shall be registered with S.E.C.

37. What type of specifications specifies a number corresponding to a number in a

published specifications? (PP063 & CDEP p.I-28)

a. performance specifications
b. reference specifications
c. descriptive specifications
d. multi-product specifications

38. What is the condition  for a bid to be automatically disqualified using the
Agency Approved Estimate (AAE) as basis?
a. 30% lower or 15% higher than AAE
b. 30% lower or 10% higher than AAE
c. 20% lower or 10% higher than AAE
d. 20% lower or 15% higher than AAE
39. What is the architect’s minimum basic fee for the design of an exhibition hall
with a project cost below P 50 million? (PP002-PP003)

a. 12% of project construction cost

b. 6% of project construction cost
c. 8% of project construction cost
d. 7% of project construction cost

40. Which of the following describes the lump sum or fixed fee method of
architect’s compensation?
a. generally used in government projects
b. all listed items
c. entails more paper work and processing of supplementary works
d. disadvantageous to both client and architect
41. How much should an architect charge if he is engaged by the owner to
perform full-time supervision as part of the architect’s construction services?
(PP005)

a. 1.5% to 3% of the project construction cost

b. 2% to 5% of the project construction cost
 c. 10% to 15% of the project construction cost
d. 1% to 1.5% of the project construction cost

42. Architect XYZ proceeded to design a project with questionable legal / exigent
conditions in order not to lose the prospective commission.  His action is
unethical with respect to his relation with whom? (Code of Ethical Conduct)

a. manufacturer / dealer
b. contractor
c. public / people
d. client

43. You are to design twelve (12) housing units to be constructed on a single site. 
If one housing unit costs 1 million pesos, how much would you charge your
client for this particular housing project so as to conform with UAP documents
– schedule of minimum basic fees?
a. P 1,200,000
b. P 600,000
c. P 700,000
d. P 800,000
44. A method of selection most often employed by committees representing
institutions, corporations and government agencies. (Architect’s National
Code p.74)

a. direct selection
b. comparative selection
c. design competitions
d. none of the above

45. After the contract documents phase, where does the remaining 15% of the
architect’s basic fee go?
a. 10% for construction; 5% for architect’s liabilities under the Civil
Code
b. 10% for architect’s liabilities under the Civil Code; 5% for
construction
c. 7.5% for construction while 7.5% for liabilities under the Civil Code
d. 7.5% for retention while 7.5% revolving capital for construction
46. Which of the following types of specifications is impossible to combine?
(PP063)

a. brand name specs + closed specs

b. performance specs + descriptive specs + reference specs
c. closed specs + open specs
d. open specs + performance specs

47. This type of compensation establishes a fixed sum over and above
reimbursement for the architect’s technical time and overhead.  An agreement
on the general scope of the work is necessary in order to set an equitable fee.
a. professional fee plus expenses
b. multiple of direct personnel expenses
 c. per diem plus reimbursable expenses
d. lump sum or fixed fee
48. The Breakdown of Work & Corresponding Value is submitted by the
contractor within 15 days from receipt of what? (UAP Doc.301 Art.22.1 &
CDEP lecture)

a. Notice to Proceed
b. Building Permit
c. Certificate of Occupancy
d. Certificate of Payment

49. The preparations of forms for contract letting, documents for construction,
forms for invitation and instruction to bidders, and forms for bidders'
proposals falls under what phase of the architect's design services?
a. schematic design phase
b. design development phase
c. contract documents phase
d. construction phase
50. What are the components of the Project Manual? (CDEP p.I-22)

a. bid requirements, contract forms, contract conditions, specs, & drawings

b. contract conditions, specs & drawings
c. bid requirements, contract forms, contract conditions & specs
d. contract forms, contract conditions, specs & drawings

51. Who prepares the as-built drawings?

a. Architect
b. Full-time construction supervisor
c. Contractor
d. Dealers and manufacturers
52. The protection and removal of trees/plants are paid by the contractor if within
what max. distance from the building line? (UAP Doc.301 Art.16.3 & CDEP
p.I-20)

a. 30 meters
b. 60 meters
c. 50 meters
d. any distance as long as the trees/plants are inside the property line

53. An on-site office during the construction phase of the project shall be erected
with a minimum area of ____ square meters.
a. 18
b. 15
c. 12
d. 10
54. which of the following describes General Conditions in construction work?

a. additional information issued prior to bidding date

b. instructions on bid preparation and award of contract
c. type and trade names of materials
 d. procedural and administrative aspects of contract

55. Which of the following conditions describe the Design-Build Services by

Administration? (PP007 & Architect’s National Code p.72-73)

1 – Cost of labors and materials are paid directly by client

2 – The architect’s fee is 10 percent of the project construction cost
3 – Architect guarantees within 10 percent range (plus/minus) of project cost
4 – Net savings divided between architect and client
5 – All items listed
a. 1, 2, 3
b. 2 and 4
c. 1 and 3
d. 1, 3, 4
e. 5

56. How many sets of drawings and specifications will the owner furnish the
contractor free of charge?
a. 2 sets
b. 3 sets
c. 4 sets
d. 5 sets
e. 1 copy only
57. Comprehensive planning falls under what service of the architect? (Architect’s
National Code p.35 & PP004)

a. Specialized and allied services

b. Pre-design services
c. Design services
d. None of the choices above

58. Who issues the Certificate of Completion?

a. Architect
b. Building Official
c. Contractor
d. Owner
e. Project Manager
59. Upon approval of the architect, this shall be the basis for all requests of
payments.

a. AAE (Agency Approved Estimate)

b. Breakdown of Work and Corresponding Value
c. Certificates of Payment
d. Drawings and Specifications
e. None of the above

60. For interior design services, the architect shall be paid in the following
schedule with the corresponding percentage of the interior design fee:
(Architect’s National Code p.37, CDEP p.I-13 & PP004)
a. preliminary design – 30 % ; final design – 20 % ; completion – 50 %
b. preliminary design – 50 % ; final design – 30 % ; completion – 20 %
c. preliminary design – 50 % ; final design – 20 % ; completion – 30 %
d. preliminary design – 30 % ; final design – 50 % ; completion – 20 %

61. You were commissioned to do a renovation and addition of a residence in

Manila.  Project construction cost is P 3 million.  Using UAP standards, how
much will you expect to receive as minimum basic fee from your client?
a. P 400,000
b. P 150,000
c. P 300,000
d. P 450,000
62. You are hired as an architect to design a gymnasium with a project
construction cost of P 15 million.  According to UAP documents, how much
would be your minimum basic fee? (PP003 & CDEP p.I-12)

a. P 1.2 million
b. P 1,050,000
c. It is unethical to charge the owner for this type of project
d. P 9 million

63. Which of the following is a condition for the contractor to have the right to
terminate the contract
a. Bankruptcy by owner
b. Owner fails to pay any sum 15 days after arbitration
c. Architect failed to act on request for payment within 30 days
d. Owner fails to pay any sum 15 days after  approved request for
payment
64. Which of the following services are expected from the architect serving as
building and grounds administrator?

a. building maintenance
b. monitoring security and janitorial services
c. evaluates the actual use of the facility and the effectiveness of the plan
d. equipment maintenance

65. Comprehensive Architectural Services is divided into the pre-construction

phase and the construction phase. As project manager, which of the following
duties fall under the construction phase? (Architect’s National Code p.65-69,
CDEP p.I-16 & PP007)

a. prepares periodic cost evaluations and estimates

b. recommend for early purchase of materials (by the owner)
c. advises owner to obtain certified site survey data as may be required
d. conducts pre-bid conferences among contractors and manufacturers
e. all of the above

66. All permits/licenses pertinent to construction are paid by whom? (CDEP p.I-
19)
 a. Architect
b. none of the listed items
c. contractor
d. project manager

67. What do you call the study which determines the viability of a project, such as
the cost of development which brings about a potential return to the owner?
(PP001)

a. economic feasibility study

b. project financing study
c. promotional services
d. project development and evaluation

68. The structures below are grouped accordingly with respect to their design
complexity.  Which among the groupings have examples of
buildings/structures that DOES NOT belong to the corresponding group?
(PP002-PP003 & CDEP p.I-11 to I-12)

Group I (simple) – bakeries, hangars, printing plants, public markets

Group II (moderate) – art galleries, exhibition halls and display structures,
monasteries, motels, nursing homes, publishing plants, supermarkets
Group III (exceptional) – auditoriums, breweries, cold storage facilities, convention
halls, hotels, mortuaries, theaters

a. Group I and Group III

b. Group II and Group III
c. Group I, Group II, and Group III
d. None (all buildings conform to their respective groups)

69. Condition(s) for an owner to terminate contract?

a. Contractor makes advance payments to subcontractors and suppliers
b. Bankruptcy declared by owner
c. Contractor provides unqualified superintendent and labor force
d. Architect failed to act on request for payment within 15 days
e. All of the above
70. What is a bid bulletin? (PP009)

a. Printed documents stipulating the procedural aspects of the contract

b. Instructions issued prior to bidding to supplement or modify contract
c. Instructions stipulating the manner on how bids are to be prepared
d. Additional information on contract documents issued before bidding
date

71. No further retention shall be made on the balance of the Contract when ____
% of the Contract has been accomplished. (PP013 & PP056)

a. 98 %
b. 65 %
c. 50 %
 d. 85 %

72. No payments shall be made on contracts in excess of ___ % of the Contract

Price, unless a sworn statement is submitted by the Contractor. (PP014)

a. 50 %
b. 98 %
c. 85 %
d. 65 %

73. Which of the following describes the percentage of project cost as a method of
compensation for the architect’s services? (PP007-PP008)

a. uses multiplier to cover overhead and profit

b. related to size and type of project
c. cost-based method of compensation applicable to non-creative works
d. any additions or deductions in the work needs to be supplemented

74. Which of the following describes architectural programming as part of the pre-
design services of the architect? (PP001)

a. site analysis for development potential

b. determines space requirements
c. analysis of development costs
d. determines client’s need and assessments

75. Analyze the CPM scheduling of a simple project below.  Which of the
following condition(s) is(are) TRUE: (PP030 & CDEP p.I-29)

H
 

a. Activities A, B, E, F, G and H are all critical activities.  Any delay in

any of these activities would increase the overall project time
b. The total duration of the whole project is 42 days
c. Activities B, C, and E can be started simultaneously
d. The earliest time that Activity G can be started is on the 12th day
e. Activity C has a float time of 10 days (it can be delayed for 10 days)
f. All of the conditions are FALSE

a. 1, 4, 5                b. 2, 4             c. 1, 5              d. 2, 3, 5          e. 6