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SITUATION 1 - The following questions is about Contract Documents

1. What is the document or standard form of agreement that defines the scope of work and
amount of contract among others in a construction job?
a) Specialty Service Contract
b) Contract Documents Agreement
c) Service Agreement SCOPE OF ARCHITECT’S SERVICES
d) Owner-Contractor Agreement
2. What is the document that describes and defines the design, material to be used and the
standards of workmanship in construction?
a) Materials Schedule
b) Specification
c) General Conditions
d) Conditions of Contract
3. The common term for the drawings submitted to the OBO after the construction completion of
a project is ____.
a) Detailed Plans
b) As-built plans
c) Completion drawings
d) Building plans
4. What is the permit to be secured after the construction of a project and before the project
owner can move-in?
a) Habitation
b) Moving-in
c) Mobilization
d) Occupancy
5. What is issued by the OBO at a time electrical works are substantially completed?
a) Certificate of Electrical Inspection
b) Complete Electrical Installation
c) Certified Electrical Institution
d) Certificate of Emergency Inspection
SITUATION 2 - The following questions is about Professional Ethics
1. The maximum imprisonment as penalty to architect found guilty of malpractice under RA 9266
is ____.
a) 10 years
b) 6 years
c) 3 months
d) 6 months
2. The MINIMUM imprisonment as penalty to architect found guilty of malpractice under RA
9266 is ___.
a) 6 years
b) 8 years
c) 3 months
d) 6 months
3. What is NOT an architect’s responsibility in relation to the people?
a) He shall promote the interest of his/her professional organization.
b) He shall use every possible means including paid advertisement to promote his
services.
c) He shall strive to improve the environment and the life and habitat.
d) He shall respect and help serve the systems of values and natural, historic and cultural
heritage of the community.
4. What is NOT an architect’s responsibility in relation to his/her client?
a) He shall guarantee every estimate and cost of work for the project.
b) He shall advise his/her client against proceeding whose practicability may be
questionable.
c) He shall explain to his/her client from the very beginning the exact nature and scope of
his/her services.
d) He shall introduce to his prospective client the services he/she is competent to
perform.
5. What is NOT an architect’s responsibility in relation to the contractor?
a) He shall reject bribes or commissions from the contractor.
b) He shall give reasonable full support to the contractor by furnishing clear, definite and
consistent information in all pertinent contract documents.
c) He shall knowingly call upon the correct or remedy oversights or errors subject to
variation cost. NOT
d) He shall promptly inspect works completed and issue Certificate of Payment.
SITUATION 3 - The following questions refer to Architectural Office Organizational Management
1. Deadline on payment of professional Tax Receipt (PTR) is _____.
a) April
b) June
c) March
d) January
2. The most common renewal of business permit is done in the month of ____.
a) January
b) June
c) April
d) February
3. The first step in renewal of business license is securing ____ permit renewal.
a) Sanitary
b) Health
c) Barangay
d) Mayor’s
4. When is the deadline of filing the income tax return?
a) May 15
b) March 15
c) June 15
d) April 15
5. What is the general percentage rate of VAT in the Philippines?
a) 10
b) 15
c) 20
d) 12
SITUATION 4 - The following questions is about Regular Design Services
1. By comparative selection, the client selects the architect by ____.
a) Pre-qualification
b) Interview
c) Evaluation and ranking
d) An invitation of a company
2. Any set of design drawing made to articulate a design concept is called _____.
a) Presentation studies
b) Preliminary sketches
c) Presentation drawings
d) Exhibitions drawings
3. What are drawings that describe the character of the project as to structural, mechanical,
electrical and all other essentials?
a) Engineering drawings
b) Schematic design phase
c) Contract documents
d) Contractor
4. Who pays the construction supervisor should the owner require during construction?
a) Architect
b) Owner
c) Project Manager
d) Contractor
5. Which method of compensation is flexible and easy to apply relative to size and complexity
a) Percentage of construction cost
b) Lump sum fee or fized fee GOVERNMENT, IF THE PROJECT IS WELL DEFINED
c) Multiple of direct expenses NONCREATIVE WORK
d) Professional fee plus expenses
SITUATION 5 - The following questions pertains to Technical Specifications
1. What is the waterproofing method that is very common which is semi-flexible or rigid and NOT
exposed to weathering or sunlight?
a) Injection Grout
b) Polyurethane
c) Cementitious
d) EPDM Membrane
2. What is the waterproofing method which is a flexible asphalt layer?
a) Cementitious
b) Torch Seal
c) Bituminous
d) EPDM Membrane
3. What is the waterproofing method which is synthetic rubber single layer flexible membrane?
a) Polyurethane Membrane
b) Bituminous Membrane
c) Self-Adhesive
d) EPDM Membrane
4. What is the most common percentage per day of delay, of the contract price, the sum of
liquidated damages due to failure of the contractor to complete the project on time?
a) 10%
b) 1/10 of 1%
c) 5%
d) 1%
5. Whenever class of material is specified by trade name or by catalog references, substitution
can be allowed with approval of the ___.
a) Architect of record
b) Construction manager
c) Owner
d) Building official
SITUATION 6 - The following questions pertains to Planning Process
1. The law that governs the design of low cost housing is ____.
a) RA 9266
b) BP 220
c) PD 1096
d) BP 344
2. A lot or land intended for construction site can be best described by its ____.
a) TCT
b) Site survey
c) lot plan
d) OCT
3. A land or easement reserved for transportation purpose is______.
a) right of way
b) alley
c) highway
d) street
4. What is RROW?
a) Recreational right if way
b) Rough road of ways
c) Road right of way
d) Right road of way
5. What is an OCT?
a) Overland Committee for Transport
b) Original Certificate of Title
c) Over-all Certificate of Title
d) Original Copy of Title
SITUATION 8 - The following questions pertains to Allied Services
1. What is the UAP-IAPOA SPP Document that deals on architects' allied services?
a) 204
b) 205
c) 202
d) 203
2. What is the specific provision of RA9266 stating that architectural interiors is one of the
subjects for the Licensure Examination of Architects (LEA)?
a) Section 3 (14)
b) Section 14 (4)
c) Section 13 (4)
d) Section 14 (3)
3. What is the specific provision of RA9266 stating that architectural Interiors is one of the scope
of the practice of architecture?
a) Section 4 (3) (g)
b) Section 3 (4) (h)
c) Section 4 (4) (g)
d) Section 3 (4) (g)
4. What is the provision of RA9266 that states Structural Design is one of the subjects of in LEA?
a) Section 13 (2)
b) Section 14 (3) 2
c) Section 13 (4)
d) Section 12 (3)
5. What does NOT apply to Structural Conceptualization is regards to structural elements as
defined in RA9266?
a) Strength
b) Arrangement
c) Type
d) Proportion
SITUATION 9 - The following questions pertains to National Building Code
1. The allowable maximum TGFA for basic residential 2 without firewall and inside lot is _____ of
TLA.
a) 3 x 60%
b) 5x 70%
c) 3 x 70%
d) 5 x 60%
2. The allowable maximum TGFA for basic residential 2 without firewall and interior lot is ____ of
TLA.
a) 3 x 70%
b) 5 x 70%
c) 5 x 60%
d) 5 x 60%
3. The allowable maximum TGFA for basic residential 2 firewall and corner lot is _____ of TLA.
a) 5 x 60%
b) 3 x 70%
c) 5 x 70%
d) 3 × 60%
4. The allowable maximum TGFA for basin residential 2 without firewall and through lot is _____
of TLA.
a) 3 x 60%
b) 5 x 70%
c) 3 x 70%
d) 5 x 60%
5. The allowable maximum TGFA for basic residential 2 without firewall and corner through lot is
___ of TLA.
a) 3 x 60%
b) 5 X 70%
c) 5 x 60%
d) 3 x 70%
SITUATION - The following questions refers to Technical Specifications
1. Mixing concrete should be undertaken within ____ minutes after the cement has been added
to the aggregates. 90 MINS
a) 40
b) 35
c) 30
d) 45
2. To maintain concrete consistency, the slump shall be from ____ and shall be determined in
accordance to ASTM C143.
a) 10mm to 40mm
b) 50mm to 100 mm
c) 10mm to 40mm
d) 30mm to 50mm
3. Concrete shall be conveyed from the mixer to the forms as rapidly and as practicable by proper
methods. At any point the conveying, the free vertical drop of the concrete shall not exceed ____
millimeters.
a) 95
b) 1200
c) 910
d) 1000
4. All concrete shall be compacted with high frequency mechanical vibrating equipment
supplemented by hand spading and tamping except for concrete slabs of _____ millimeters or
less in depth.
a) 150
b) 100
c) 250
d) 200
5. In general, concrete constitutions are located ____ of the spans of slabs.
a) At one quarter
b) At one third
c) Near the middle
d) At the end
SITUATION - The following questions pertains to RA 9266
1. Once an architect is duly registered, membership to the United Architects of the Philippines is
____. SECTION 40 RA 9266
a) Required
b) Discretionary
c) Automatic
d) Optional
2. What is required of agencies or organizations who secure the service of a foreign professional
authorized by the law to practice in the Philippines?
a) Secure a special permit from PRC and DOLE
b) Secure work visa from the Bureau of Immigration
c) Apply a work vise from the Department of Foreign Affairs
d) Registration of the person with SEC
3. What is required of architects before performing any service otherwise they shall be guilty of
misdemeanor?
a) Research and information gathering
b) Preliminary sketches and studies
c) Written contract agreement
d) Feasibility studies and interview
4. What is the maximum length of imprisonment for people convicted and found guilty of
violating any provisions of RA 9266?
a) 6 years
b) 10 years
c) 2 years
d) 5 years
5. What is the legal provision that shall be incorporated in all contract documents and other
instruments of service prepared by all architects?
a) Current and valid Professional Tax Receipt
b) Ownership of plans and specifications
c) Signature and seal of the architect
d) Valid Certificate of Registration and Professional Id Card
SITUATION - The following questions refers to Contract Documents
1. The invitation to Bid may NOT contain information about _____.
a) Place to submit bid
b) Deciding party
c) Project name
d) Project location
2. The instruction to Bidders may NOT contain guidelines on the ______.
a) Preparation of Bids
b) General Description of Works
c) Time, Date & Place of Submission
d) Mode of Delivery of Bid
3. What is the common penalty for delays in time completion of project, which is usually
provided for in an Owner-Contractor Agreement?
a) 1/30 of 1% of contract price for every day of delay
b) 1/10 of 1% of contract price for every day of delay
c) 1% of contract price per day of delay
d) 10% of contract price
4. An Owner-Contractor Agreement may NOT contain the _____.
a) Time Completion
b) Scope of Work
c) Waiver and Release of Liens
d) The Contract Amount
5. All contract documents prepared by an architect must be signed and sealed by him as
provided for in RA 9266, Article Ill Section ______.
a) 20
b) 12
c) 10
d) 15
SITUATION - The following questions pertains to Post Construction
1. What are plans that incorporate the changes made during construction?
a) Revised plans
b) Change order plans
c) Amended plans
d) As-built plans
2. What is a completely signed proposal to do the work called for by the requirement of the
project?
a) Contract
b) Bid
c) Offer
d) Proposal
3. As business development manager, the architect shall ______. 205
a) Bill tenants for rentals and utilities
b) Determine effectiveness of various building systems
c) Evaluate initial design program versus actual use of facility
d) Innovate schemes to attain maximum building occupancy
4. What is the method of compensation when there is a continuity of a relationship on a series of
projects?
a) Professional fee plus expenses
b) Lump sum or fix fee GOV / WELL DEFINED
c) Multiple direct personal expenses NONCREATIVE
d) Percentage of construction cost MOST COMMON
5. Whose technical control shall a full-time construction inspector be when engaged by the
owner?
a) Contractor
b) Construction Manager
c) Architect
d) Owner
6. What should a prospective home builder/owner first do before proceeding with his/her
project?
a) Select his/her engineer
b) Select his/her construction manager
c) Prepares his/her budget
d) Select his/her architect
7. What should an architect first do when he/she comes across a prospective client?
a) Submits professional brief and fee proposal
b) Submits concept designs.
c) Sign service agreement
d) Undertake preliminary research
8. Which of the process comes first?
a) Prepare contract documents
b) Sign a service agreement
c) Prepare design development
d) Submits design concept
9. What stage of the process does the professional of the architect is approved by the owner?
a) After the submission of the schematic design
b) Before the submission of the schematic design
c) During the submission of the schematic design
d) During the submission of the concept design
10. What stage of the process does the probable cost of the project is submitted to the owner?
a) Before signing the service agreement
b) During the submission of the schematic design
c) After the approval of the schematic design
d) After signing the service agreement
SITUATION - The following questions refers to Professional Ethics
1. What is the Professional Regulatory Board of Architecture resolution amending earlier
resolutions regarding Code of Ethical Conduct for Registered and Licensed Architects?
a) No.2 Series of 2018
b) No.2 Series of 2006
c) No.5 Series of 2018
d) No.5 Series of 2017
2. The latest version of the Architects Credo was endorsed by UP through NBD Board Resolution
No. _____ series of 2017-2018.
a) 99
b) 5
c) 2
d) 89
3. The architect's credo clearly states that is the architect's duty to protect our common
environment and to preserve the _______ for the sake of the present and future generations.
a) Architectural heritage
b) Filipino culture
c) Architecture profession
d) World
4. For the architect's ethical relationship, what sector or group of people that has NOT been
mentioned?
a) Colleagues
b) Industry partners
c) Clients
d) Government
5. The latest architect's credo took effect on ____.
a) June 21, 2017
b) May 4, 2006
c) May 4, 2018
d) June 21, 2018
6. Approved form of security furnished by the contractor as a guarantee to execute work in
accordance with terms of the contract.
a) Performance
b) Guarantee bond
c) Surety bond
d) Contractors bond
7. What should be provided first before rendering a service to a client?
a) Service agreement
b) Sketches
c) Contract agreement
d) Design concept
8. The amount retained by the owner shall be released how many months after the date of the
final payment?
a) 2 months
b) 1 month
c) 3 months
d) 15 days
9. Which is not included in the first page of Architectural Plans submitted in acquiring Building
Permit?
a) Site Development
b) Vicinity Plan
c) Perspective
d) Roof Plan
10. What type of permit is secure after the building construction is completed and after the
owner can move in?
a) Building permit
b) Certificate of completion
c) Occupancy permit
d) Completion permit
11. Type of plan that contractor should submit to building official after completion of
construction?
a) Completion permit
b) As built plan
c) Shop drawings
d) Occupancy permit
12. How many months is the retention months where contractor should do defects after
turn-over of construction
a) 2 months
b) 1 month
c) 3 months
d) 15 days
13. Which of the following is not a referral code of the National Building Code?
a) Philippine Electrical Code
b) National Structural Code of the Philippines
c) National Plumbing Code of the Philippines
d) Civil Code of the Philippines
14. What government agency appoints the Building Official of a highly urbanized city?
a) DPWH
b) Office of President
c) DOTR
d) DENR
15. After how many years can a newly passed Architect sign the ALE aspirants as a mentor?
a) 2 years
b) 3 years
16. When was the Code of Ethical Conduct for Registered and Licensed Architect as well as for
holders of Temporary Special Permit promulgated?
a) 2004
b) 1978
c) 2006
d) 2010
17. The New Methods of Compensation that forms part of the Standards of Professional Practice
was approved by the Professional Board of Architecture (PRBOA) and took effect in:
a) 2015
b) 2016
c) 2017
d) 2010
18. Under the new Methods of Compensation under the Standards of Professional Practice, the
architect is paid based on the Percentage of Project Cost. If the Architect will include all allied
professionals under his contract, this will fall under DAEDS. What does DAEDS stands for?
a) Detailed Architectural and Engineering Submission
b) Detailed Arts and Educational System
c) Detailed Architectural and Engineering Design Services
d) Detailed Architects and Engineers Submission
19. As per the LGU code the maximum a professional can pay his Community Tax Certificate
(CEDULA) is how much?
a) P 5, 000.00
b) P 100.00
c) P 20.00
d) P 1, 000.00
20. Which among the choices should have the highest weight in relation to the architects
responsibility to the people?
a) Respect and conserve the environment
b) Promote the interest of the his/her professional organization
c) Do not deceive the public
d) All of the above
21. In relation to the architects responsibility to the client, which among the choices should the
architect not heed?
a) Give the client an overview of the project
b) To give assurance of the cost of the project
c) Protect the clients interest
d) To keep the client informed at all times
22. In preparation of the contract documents, the architect should always consider and include
in the contract the following provisions except one:
a) Negotiation
b) Mediation
c) Arbitration
d) Out of court settlement
23. The architect may prepare and come up with the Project Construction Cost through the
following estimate technique except:
a) Area Method
b) Detailed estimate
c) Volume method
d) Interest rate method
24. What is the suitable estimate technique during the Project definition and Schematic Design
Phase of the Project?
a) Area Method
b) Detailed estimate
c) Volume method
d) Interest rate method
25. In RA 9266, it refers to an actor behavior that gravely violates the sentiment or accepted
standards of the community?
a) Moral authority
b) Moral behavior
c) Moral turpitude
d) NOTA
26. In labor-materials ratio, what is the most common ratio used in the Philippine setting in
coming out with an estimate?
a) 70-30%
b) 80-20%
c) 65-35%
d) Depends on the contractor
27. Which among the following is not an ASEAN country?
a) Philippines
b) Singapore
c) Thailand
d) Nepal
28. APEC architects can practice architecture within the APEC member countries except one
a) Canada
b) New Zealand
c) Peru
d) Bolivia
29. Who was the first ASEAN and APEC Filipino Architect?
a) Prosperidad Luis
b) Yolanda Reyes
c) Armando Alli
d) Robert Sac
30. When was the first conferment of title APEC architects made?
a) 2000
b) 2006
c) 2010
d) 2017
31. A ceased and desist order is issued by the office of the building official on any construction
activity upon the issuance of:
a) First Notice
b) Second Notice
c) Third Notice
d) Forth Notice
32. What is to be secured first before excavation for a basement?
a) Building permit
b) Enclosure permit
c) Excavation permit
d) Hauling permit
33. How many days is the issuance of building permit after submitting the plans?
a) 30 days
b) 20 days
c) 15 days
d) 10 days
34. As per the code, what is the height of electrical outlet?
a) 0.30m
b) 0.35m
c) 0.25m
d) 0.45m
35. Due to your excitement at being a new Architect, you misplaced your PRC Identification Card.
You applied at PRC for a replacement ID. How long will you wait to get you ID Card?
a) 1 week
b) 1 Day
c) 1 month
d) 1 Year
36. To get a replacement of PRC ID, you need to pay Php 250.00 and present your ____?
a) Special Power of Attorney
b) 4 pcs. 2 × 2 picture
c) Affidavit of Loss
d) Community Tax Certificate
37. Three years after passing the board examination, you will renew your PRC license. How many
CPD units is need? 15 UNITS
a) 20 units
b) 100 units
c) 45 units
d) 60 units
38. As an Architect, you have a responsibility to your staff and fellow architect. Which of the
following would you best do show this?
a) Train them to be good in their profession
b) Be an example on how to become a good professional
c) Give them overtimes
d) Give them good salary
39. As an Architect, how do you compensate your subordinates?
a) Provide good workplace/environment
b) Provide salary commensurate to work
c) Provide minimum wage
d) Set an example/ be a mentor
40. For registration of architectural corporation, where would you go first?
a) SEC
b) DIT
c) City Hall
d) PRC
41. If planning to set a corporation before going to SEC where should you get an endorsement?
a) PRC
b) DTT
c) City Hall
d) SEC
SITUATION - The following questions refers to Contract Documents
1. What is the document or standard form of agreement that defines the scope of work and
amount of contract among others in a construction job?
a) Specialty Service Contract
b) Service Agreement
c) Contract Documents Agreement
d) Owner-Contractor Agreement
2. What is the document that describes and defines the design, materials to be used and the
standards of workmanship in construction?
a) Materials Schedule
b) General Conditions
c) Specification
d) Conditions of Contract
3. The common term for the drawings submitted to the OBO after the construction completion
of a project is________.
a) Detailed Plans
b) Completion drawings
c) As-built plans
d) Building plans
4. What is the permit to be secured after the construction of a project and before the project
owner can move-in?
a) Habitation
b) Mobilization
c) Moving-In
d) Occupancy
5. What is issued by the OBO at a time electrical works are substantially completed?
a) Certificate of Electrical Inspection
b) Complete Electrical Installation
c) Certified Electric Institution
d) Certificate of Emergency Inspection
SITUATION - The following questions refers to Professional Ethics
1. The maximum imprisonment as penalty to architect found guilty of malpractice under RA 9266
is ______.
a) 10 years
b) 3 months
c) 6 years
d) 6 months
2. The MINIMUM imprisonment as penalty to architect found guilty of malpractice under RA
9266 is ______.
a) 6 Years
b) 3 months
c) 8 years
d) 6 months
3. What is NOT an architect's responsibility in relation to the people?
a) He shall promote the interest of his/her professional organization.
b) He shall user every possible means including paid advertisement to promote his
services.
c) He shall strive to improve the environment and the life and habitat.
d) He shall respect and help serve the systems of values and natural, historic and cultural
heritage of the community.
4. What is NOT an architect's responsibility in relation to his/her client?
a) He shall guarantee every estimate and cost of work for the project.
b) He shall advise his/her client against proceeding whose practicability may be
questionable.
c) He shall explain to his/her client from the very beginning the exact nature and scope of
his/her services.
d) He shall introduce to his prospective client the services he/she is competent to
perform.
5. What is NOT an architect's responsibility in relation to the contractor?
a) He shall reject bribes or commissions from the contractor
b) He shall give reasonable full support to the contractor by furnishing clear, definite and
consistent information in all pertinent contract documents.
c) He shall knowingly call upon the contractor to correct or remedy oversights or errors
subject to variation cost.
d) He shall promptly inspect works completed and issue Certificate of Payment.
SITUATION - the following questions refers to Architectural Office Organizational
Management.
1. Deadline on payment of Professional Tax Receipt (PTR) is ______.
a) April
b) March
c) June
d) January
2. The most common renewal of business permit is done in the month of _____.
a) January
b) April
c) June
d) February
3. The first step in renewal of business license is securing ______ permit renewal.
a) Sanitary
b) Barangay
c) Health
d) Mayor's
4. When is the deadline of filing the income tax return?
a) May 15
b) June 15
c) March 15
d) April 15
5. What is the general percentage rate of VAT in the Philippines?
a) 10
b) 20
c) 15
d) 12
SITUATION - The following questions pertains to Regular Design Services
1. By comparative selection, the client selects the architect by ____.
a) Pre - qualification
b) Interview
c) Evaluation and ranking
d) An invitation of a company
2. Any set of design drawing made to articulate a design concept is called ______.
a) Presentation studies
b) Presentation drawings
c) Preliminary sketches
d) Exhibitions drawings
3. What are drawings that describe the character of the project as to structural, mechanical,
electrical and all other essentials?
a) Engineering drawings
b) Contract documents
c) Schematic design phase
d) Contractor
4. Who pays the construction supervisor should the owner require one during construction?
a) Architect
b) Project Manager
c) Owner
d) Contractor
5. Which method of compensation is flexible and easy to apply relative to size and complexity?
a) Percentage of construction cost
b) Multiple of direct expenses
c) Lump sum fee or fixed fee
d) Professional fee plus expenses
6. Whenever class of material is specified by trade name or by catalog references, substitution
can be allowed with the approval of the ________.
a) Architect of record
b) Construction manager
c) Owner
d) Building official

RANDOM QUESTIONS
1. Approved form of security furnished by the contractor as a guarantee to execute work in
accordance with terms of the contract.
a) Performance
b) Surety
c) Guarantee
d) Contractors
2. What should be provided first before rendering a service to a client?
a) Service agreement
b) Contract agreement
c) Sketches
d) Design concept
3. The amount retained by the owner shall be released how many months after the date of the
final payment?
a) 2 months
b) 1 month
c) 3 months
d) 15 days
5. Which is not included in the first page of Architectural Plans submitted in acquiring Building
Permit?
a) Site Development
b) Perspective
c) Vicinity Plan
d) Roof Plan
6. What type of permit is secure after the building construction is completed and after the owner
can move in?
a) Building permit
b) Occupancy permit
c) Certificate of completion FOR OCCUPANCY
d) Completion permit
7. Type of plan that contractor should submit to building official after completion of
construction?
a) Completion permit
b) As built plan
c) Shop drawings DURING CONSTRUCTION
d) Occupancy permit
8. How many months is the retention months where contractor should do defects after turn-over
of construction
a) 2 months PERIOD OF MAKING GOOD OF KNOWN DEFECTS OR FAULTS
b) 1 month
c) 3 months RETENTION
d) 15 days MAKING GOOD OF KNOWN DEFECTS OR FAULTS
Situation (9-11): An architectural firm was commissioned by a client for a commercial building
located in a city. The principal architect, assigned the preparation of all documents related to
the project to a newly passed architect. The Junior architect immediately formed his team of
five apprentices to work on the project as they were given a 15 calendar day deadline.
9. Under the firm's set-up, who will be in charged of signing the plans and related documents?
a) Principal Architect
b) Junior Architect
c) Apprentices
d) NOTA
10. The Junior Architect was under the instruction to follow the regulation of C-1 development
regulations on parking, where should the parking not be located?
a) Rear
b) Front
c) Side
d) Basement
11. As deadlines are important, a calendar day means?
a) Does not include Sundays and Holidays
b) Includes only regular working days
c) Includes all days, including Sundays and Holidays
d) Holidays only
12. What Design code should the design team first consider in the plan preparation which is
critical in the application of the Building Permit?
a) National Building Code
b) Fire Code of the Philippines
c) PD 957
d) BP 344
13. Which of the following is not a referral code of the National Building Code?
a) Philippine Electrical Code
b) National Structural Code of the Philippines
c) National Plumbing Code of the Philippines
d) Civil Code of the Philippines
14. To whom the Junior Architect will be responsible if there will be errors found on the plans he
heads to produced?
a) Client
b) Principal Architect
c) Building Official
d) The Firm
15. If the apprentices, wishes to have their logbook for their ALE, who will sign as the mentor?
a) Principal Architect
b) Their immediate boss, the Junior Architect
c) The Firm
d) The Client
16. What government agency appoints the Building Official of a highly urbanized city?
a) DPWH
b) DOTR
c) Office of the Executive Secretary
d) Office of the President
17. After how many years can a newly passed Architect sign the ALE aspirants as a mentor?
a) 2 years
b) 3 years
c) 4 years
d) NONE
18. The "Project Proponent" can be understood as the
a) Contractor
b) Architect
c) Client
d) Builder
19. In small scale projects, Clerk-of-work are commonly referred to as the: CONSTRUCTION
INSPECTOR SPP 204-a
a) Architect
b) Apprentice
c) Foreman
d) Construction Manager
20. Contract documents should be signed in how many copies by both the contractor and the
client duly witnessed?
a) Duplicate
b) Triplicate
c) Quintuplicate
d) Xeroxed copies
21. Shop drawings are prepared by the Contractor to be approved by the architect. Who checks
the accuracy of the sub-contractors shop drawings?
a) Architect
b) Contractor
c) Owner
d) Construction Manager
22. When was the Code of Ethical Conduct for Registered and Licensed Architect as well as for
holders of Temporary Special Permit promulgated?
a) 2004
b) 1978
c) 2006
d) 2010
23. The New Methods of Compensation that forms part of the Standards of Professional Practice
was approved by the Professional Board of Architecture (PRBOA) and took effect in:
a) 2015
b) 2016
c) 2017
d) 2010
24. Under the new Methods of Compensation under the Standards of Professional Practice, the
architect is paid based on the Percentage of Project Cost. If the Architect will include all allied
professionals under his contract, this will fall under DAEDS. What does DAEDS stands for?
a) Detailed Architectural and Engineering Submission
b) Detailed Arts and Educational System
c) Detailed Architectural and Engineering Design Services
d) Detailed Architects and Engineers Submission
25. If the client elects not to include the allied engineers services on the architects contract, who
will be over-all coordinator of the engineers work?
a) Client
b) Civil Engineer
c) Architect
d) Project Manager
26. For simple projects under the New Methods of Compensation under the Standards of
Professional Practice shall be charged by much if the project is less than 50M? DAEDS
a) 5%
b) 6%
c) 7%
d) 8%
27. Architect Baking was commissioned to design a Residential Project under Detailed
Architectural Design Service (DADS), how much is the professional fee of the architect if the
project cost is Ten Million pesos?
a) 1,000,000
b) 900,000
c) 500,000
d) 600,000
28. The client of Arch. Baking decided eventually to award and include the Engineering
disciplines to the firm, how much professional fee should Arch. Baking now charged?
a) 1,000,000
b) 1,200,000
c) 500,000
d) 1,500,000
29. In a renovation project, what is the first obligation, the architect must perform?
a) Prepare the feasibility study
b) Apply for a permit
c) Notify the previous architect involved CEC
d) Prepare and present schemes
SITUATION (30-38) A client hires Architect Reyes in Design Build by Administration Project of a
Rest House Bungalow located in the mountainside, 60 km away from the Municipal Hall.
Architect Reyes prepared his team and started working on the project immediately.
30. How much should be the down payment of the client to Arch. Reyes?
a) 30% of the contract
b) 10% of Project cost
c) 50%
d) No down payment should be given
31. Who will apply for a building permit on this project?
a) Arch. Reyes
b) Client
c) No building permit is required, too far from the Municipal Hall
d) Rest houses are exempted
32. How much professional fee is the architect entitled?
a) 10% plus 7% for Design Build
b) 10%
c) Design fee of 10% plus 7% of DB and reimbursable expenses
d) Depends on the agreement
33. Under the Design-Build on guaranteed maximum cost, if the guaranteed maximum cost is
exceeded by 10%, the extra cost exceeding the 10% shall be shouldered by whom?
a) Architect
b) 60-40 sharing in favor of the client
c) Client
d) 50-50 Sharing
34. All receipts under Design-Build Project shall be under the name of whom?
a) Client
b) Architect
c) Accountant
d) Doesn't Matter
35. Who keeps the record of the project?
a) Timekeeper
b) Foreman
c) Both Architect and Client
d) Project Supervisor
36. Any dispute between the Client and the Architect under the Design-Build Agreement should
be settled through:
a) Barangay-Lupong Tagapayapa
b) Arbitration
c) Mediation ARCHITECT IS THE MEDIATOR
d) Small Claims Court
37. For monetary claims and disputes less than One Hundred Thousand Pesos, the process of
collection should be through:
a) Barangay
b) Arbitration
c) Small Claims Court
d) Fiscal Office
38. If in any case, a project under arbitration, how many days should both parties complies with
the arbitration order?
a) 15 days
b) 21 days
c) 45 days
d) 30 days
39. In selection of an arbitration committee to settle questions of disputes, the members should
be composed of one representative each by both parties and the other should be:
a) A neutral member
b) Clients relative
c) Architect's representative
d) Project manager
40. As per the GU code the maximum a professional can pay his Community Tax Certificate
(CEDULA) is how much
a) P 5.000.00
b) P 100.00
c) P 20.00
d) P 1,000.00
41. Which among the choices should have the highest weight in relation to the architect’s
responsibility to the people?
a) Respect and conserve the environment
b) Promote the interest of the his/her professional organization
c) Do not deceive the public
d) All of the above
42. In relation to the architect’s responsibility to the client, which among the choices should the
architect not heed?
a) Give the client an overview of the project
b) To give assurance of the cost of the project
c) Protect the client’s interest
d) To keep the client informed at all times
43. In preparation of the contract documents, the architect should always consider and include
in the contract the following provisions except one:
a) Negotiation
b) Mediation
c) Arbitration
d) Out of court settlement
SITUATION (44-46) Apprentice A and B are employed under Z Architectural Firm, headed by
Architect Salvilla. Apprentice A was caught by B getting the soft copies of the project they are
working on through a USB drive? A argue that there is nothing illegal since they are the one
working on the documents even without the consent of their boss.
44. Is the action of Apprentice A illegal?
a) Yes
b) No
c) Tolerable
d) Depends on the boss
45. What should be the action of Apprentice B?
a) Tolerate A
b) Inform at once Architect Salvilla
c) Ignore everything
d) Resign
46. If ever Arch. Salvilla will file a case in court against Apprentice A, what should be the case?
a) Petty Theft
b) Robbery
c) Violation of Cybercrime Law
d) Qualified Theft
47. The architect should always ask the prospective suppliers for MSDS of the products they are
offering. What is MSDS?
a) Material Specification and Drawing Sheet
b) Material Swatches and Data Sets
c) Material Safety Data Sheets
d) Management System and Data Systems
48. Which among the choices should the architect not to consider in his/her relation to the
Manufacturer's Suppliers and Dealers?
a) Not to accept gifts
b) Accept free professional services and advises
c) Decline monetary commissions
d) Turn down at once personal favors
49. The architect as the author and signatory of the contract can be sued by the client in case of
breach and be held by a:
a) Criminal case
b) Civil Case
c) Administrative case
d) B and C
50. Which among the following choices is not part of Siteworks?
a) Clearing, Grubbing and Clearing
b) Micro tunneled piping
c) Chain link fences
d) Soil testing
51. Under the General Requirements, which is not part of the work?
a) Building permit application
b) Bond
c) Insurance
d) Staking
52. Under what division of the master format specification includes Concrete pipes?
a) DIV 1
b) DIV 2
c) DIV 3
d) DIV 4
53. How many divisions were added to the 16 Division Standard Specifications after 2016?
a) 34
b) 35
c) 36
d) 37
54. Means the cost of the cost of the completed building to the Owner, including the structure,
MEFP, all elements attached to the plan and as designed by the architect is called: SPP DOC 202
a)
b) Project Construction Cost
c) Total Building Cost
d) Hard Cost
55. This cost includes the cost of construction and all professional fees and permits. SPP DOC 202
a) Project Development Cost
b) Project Construction Cost
c) Total Building Cost
d) Hard Cost
56. In Project Development, all professional fees and permit fees are classified as:
a) Hard Cost
b) Soft Cost
c) Owner's Cost
d) Add on Costs
57. Who pays for the professional's insurances during the project?
a) Owner
b) The Professional involve
c) Architect
d) Surety Company
58. This scientific study allows the architect to focus on the ways in which the building can best
maintain itself and prolong its life.
a) Building appraisal
b) Forensic Architecture
c) Building certification
d) NOTA
59. Scope of service includes materials and finishes, construction methodologies, building
envelopes, roofing systems, finest rations, hardware, fixtures and fittings,
a) Building Details Services
b) Building Component Services
c) Building Services
d) Building Construction
60. Knowledge in office operations, office management, accounting, finance and taxation are
best described in:
a) Architectural Management
b) Management of Architectural Practice
c) Architectural Practice
d) Basic Management
61. Recommends the systematic process of ensuring a building’s array of systems is planned,
designed, installed and tested to perform according to design intent and building’s operational
needs?
a) Building Systems Testing
b) Management Commissioning and Testing BTC
c) Building Commissioning
d) Building Acceptance
62. Republic Act 9285 is also known as
a) Architects Dispute Act of 2004
b) Alternative Dispute Resolution Act of 2004
c) Mediation Act of 2016
d) Arbitration Act of 2010
63. What government agency implements the provision of RA 9285?
a) DOJ
b) Court of Appeals
c) CIAC CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY ARBITRATION COMMISSION
d) CAMA
64. What is the first phase of the Architects Basic Services?
a) Schematic Design Phase
b) Project Definition Phase
c) Meet Up Phase
d) Site Visit Phase
65. In the final submitted construction cost to the owner, who prepares the Bill of Quantities
(BOQ)?
a) Architect
b) Contractor
c) Construction Manager
d) Project Manager
66. Who prepares the Bill of Materials (BOM)?
a) Architect
b) Contractor
c) Construction Manager
d) Project Manager
67. The architect may prepare and come up with the Project Construction Cost through the
following estimate technique except:
a) Area Method
b) Detailed estimate
c) Volume method
d) Interest rate method
68. What is the suitable estimate technique during the Project definition and Schematic Design
Phase of the Project?
a) Area Method
b) Detailed estimate
c) Volume method
d) Interest rate method
69. In RA 9266, it refers to an actor behavior that gravely violates the sentiment or accepted
standards of the community?
a) Moral authority
b) Moral behavior
c) Moral turpitude
d) NOTA
70. In labor-materials ratio, what is the most common ratio used in the Philippine setting in
coming out with an estimate?
a) 70-30%
b) 80-20%
c) 65-35%
d) Depends on the contractor
71. What unit is primarily used in estimating rebar requirements?
a) Unit weight
b) Commercial Length
c) Bar diameter
d) Number of pieces
72. Refers to contracts or arrangements involving the transfer of systematic knowledge for the
manufacture of a product.
a) Technology transfer
b) Knowledge transfer
c) Technical transfer
d) Transfer of technology
73. Which is not an Ancillary permit?
a) Fencing permit
b) Structural permit
c) Sanitary permit
d) Electrical permit
74. In case the building owner is not the owner of the lot he/she is building on, what must they
provide to the Building Official in application of Building permit? CONTRACT OF LEASE OR DEED
OF ABSOLUTE SALE
a) Deed of sale
b) Lot owners Consent
c) Special Power of Attorney
d) Acknowledgment Note
75. The Architects plans, models and perspectives are called
a) Contract Documents
b) Project Documents
c) Presentation kit
d) Instrument of service
76. A written statement from the architect confirming the amount of money due to the
contractor once work is accomplished
a) Certificate of Completion
b) Request for Payment CONTRACTOR
c) Statement of Account
d) Billing Statement
77. An 8-hour site supervision falls under what Architect's Services?
a) Construction Management
b) Project Management
c) Full Time Supervision Services
d) Design and Supervision Service
78. In this selection process, the Architect explains his methodology in translating the plan and
design requirements of the proposed project.
a) Verification
b) Pre-qualification
c) Evaluation and Ranking
d) Interview
79. Which is not a required knowledge for a Consulting Architect in the practice of Architectural
Research Methods?
a) Architectural writing and Photography
b) Philippine Architecture and History
c) Architectural Design trends
d) Specifications writing
80. Cost based method employed for Non-Creative works
a) Unit cost method
b) Multiple of Direct Personnel Expense
c) Lump sum or fixed fee
d) PF plus expenses
81. Which among the following is not an ASEAN country?
a) Philippines
b) Singapore
c) Thailand
d) Nepal
82. APEC architects can practice architecture within the APEC member countries except one
a) Canada
b) New Zealand
c) Peru
d) Bolivia
83. Who was the first ASEAN and APEC Filipino Architect?
a) Prosperidad Luis
b) Yolanda Reyes
c) Armando Alli
d) Robert Sac
84. When was the first conferment of title APEC architects made?
a) 2000
b) 2006
c) 2010
d) 2017
85. Any physical change made on a building or structure to increase its value, utility, and or
improve its aesthetic quality
a) Alteration
b) Addition
c) Renovation
d) Repair
86. What is the general basis of the Architects minimum basic fee?
a) Project Construction Cost
b) Type of Structure
c) Architect's community standing
d) Owner's choice
87. Which of the following is not within the scope of practice of architecture?
a) Public administration
b) Building maintenance and administration
c) Site Analysis
d) Feasibility studies, financing, and promotional studies
89. The selection of the member of the Board of Architecture will start with the submission of a
list of five nominees submitted by whom?
a) DPWH
b) PRC
c) IAPOA
d) CODHASP
90. Who shall accredit the Continuing Professional Development providers?
a) IAPOA
b) PRBOA
c) CHED
d) CODHASP
91. Under the CPD Law, Architects who wish to renew their licenses must acquire how many CPD
units every three years cycle?
a) 36 units
b) 45 units 15 UNITS
c) 24 units
d) 60 units
92. Which of the following is included under Part 1 of a three-part section specification format?
a) General Requirements
b) Mixes
c) Fabrication
d) Installation
93. Who among the choices cannot issue a construction?
a) Prudential Guarantee
b) UCPB Generali
c) MAPRE
d) Salvador Bail Bond
94. Type of Specification that identifies the manufacturers name and brand name
a) Closed
b) Performance
c) Descriptive
d) Reference
95. Which should be avoided in Specifications writing?
a) Long and ambiguous sentences
b) Simple declarative sentences
c) Plain worded Specs
d) Essay type specs
96. Three dimensional and computer graphics Technology offers both Architects and Client the
advantage of:
a) Work efficiency and realistic visualization
b) High end presentation
c) High payment for the architect
d) Clients bragging rights
97. Under the New TRAIN Law, how much is the Architects Value Added Tax?
a) 10.5%
b) 12%
c) 10%
d) 8%
98. What is the size of Basic drawing submitted to the OBO in applications of Building Permit?
a) A1 size
b) A0 size
c) A3 size
d) A4 size
99. The Architect has chosen a winning bidder but the Owner doesn't approve, what is the
architect's course of action? RE-BID
a) Negotiate
100. For registration of architectural corporation, where would you go first?
a) SEC
b) DTI
c) City Hall
d) PRC
101. RA 9266, known as "An act to regulate the practice of Architecture in the Philippines" was
signed and sealed on?
a) April 10, 2004
b) March 17, 2004
c) January 28, 2004
d) January 29, 2004
102. How much will an Architect pays if he violates Code of Ethical Conduct?
a) 100,000 - 5,000,000
b) 1,000,000 - 4,000,000
c) 5,000,000 - 7.000.000
d) 200,000 - 3,000,000
103. What must be the character of Architect nowadays?
a) Flexible in design
b) Focus on all undertakings
c) Modern strict
d) Relax
104. What should a newly passed in Architecture Licensure Examination do after?
a) Prepare for Oathtaking
b) Wait for result
c) Prepare for projects
d) Must celebrate
105. Replacement of loss PRC I.D. upon submission of requirements?
a) Immediate (1 day)
b) 1 week
c) 2 weeks
d) 1 month
106. Which of the following is architect's responsibilities in relation to the public?
a) Shall respect and help conserve the system of values and natural, historic and
cultural heritage of the community and improve the environment
b) Shall respect colleague and subordinates
c) Shall adhere good conduct in relation to environments and traffic rules
d) All of the choices
107. How to determine the width of sidewalk?
a) Volume of pedestrian
b) Width of planting strip
c) Size of the place
d) Size of road right of way
108. Situational about provision of temporary sidewalk
a) Provide temporary sidewalk
b) Provide gutter
c) Provide drainage
d) Provide curb cut out
109. Architect-in-charge of Construction is responsible to owner on what matter?
a) Administrative matter
b) Technical matter- to Architect
c) Design matter
d) Construction matter
110. This is not a reason for refusal of registration and removal of name from roster of Architects
or revocation of license.
a) Immoral and dishonorable conduct
b) Convicted on criminal offense
c) Conviction of political offense
d) Moral Turpitude
111. For contract documents, who is the author of the drawings under the Intellectual property
rights law?
a) Architect-of-Record
b) Owner
c) Client
d) Engineer
112. Standard size of Architectural drawings?
a) 15x30
b) 20x30
c) A3
d) A4
113. The "Architecture Act of 2004"
a) RA 9266
b) RA 9662
c) RA 545
d) PD 49
114. Section 41 of RA 9266
a) Implementing Rules and Regulation of Code of Ethical Conduct and Standard of
Professional Practice
b) Malpractice
c) Foreign architect
d) None of the choices
115. The Architect determines the adequate size and appropriate configuration and assemblage
for a proposed project in consideration of the use, allocation and interface of spaces for given
activities? 201
a) Architectural Programming
b) Space Planning
c) Space Management
d) Space Allocation
116. Drawing usually done in early stage of design?
a) Preliminary Sketches
b) Conceptual Design
c) Design Development
d) Bidding
117. As an Architect, what must be done in early stage of engagement with the client?
a) Explain well the scope of work of an Architect
b) Prepare the contract
c) Ask for down payment
d) Ask for project information
118. Who can file the violation of Code of Ethical Conduct?
a) Anyone
b) Another Architect who is aware on violation?
c) PRC
d) IAPOA
119. Who prepare the Bill of Materials?
a) Architect
b) Owner
c) Contractor
d) Construction Manager
120. It is a scale or full-size model of a design or device, used for teaching, demonstration, design
evaluation, promotion, and other purposes.
a) Approval sample
b) Prototype
c) Mock-up
d) Specimen
121. For the client, what would not be the basis for the Architect's Professional Fee?
a) Talent and skills
b) Design knowledge
c) Personal Relation
d) Contract Documents
122. Foreign Architect can practice in Philippines provided that it must have,
a) Local Counterpart
b) Visa
c) Project
d) License from his country
123. Building Appraisal Function
a) Estimates the value on the building
b) Decide if building is sound
c) Ascertain if building is properly design
d) Estimates the construction of building
124. Provided standards and technical requirement for economic and socialized housing projects
in rural and urban areas
a) PD 957
b) BP 220
c) PD 9514
125. The Architect of Record is on the building that he design?
a) Liable
b) Charged
c) Penalized
d) Fined
126. Which of the following is not sign and seal by the Architect?
a) Architectural Plan
b) Specifications
c) Bill of Materials
d) Roof Plan
127. Under NBC, it is a dwelling containing 2 or more separate living units each of which is
separated from another by party or lot lines walls and provided with independent access.
a) Single detached
b) Single attached
c) Row house
d) Apartment
128.Compensation for Post Construction Services
a) Percentage of gross rental
b) Monthly
c) Per hour
d) Per week
129. Grab bar height at walk-in-closet at PWD toilet?
a) 80m
b) 90m
c) 1.00m
d) 1.10m
130. Window width for fire exit? 820 mm
a) 700mm
b) 750mm
c) 800mm
d) 850mm
131. Fire Exit Door should open?
a) At all times
b) During Emergency
c) At office hours
d) All of the choices
132. Under NBC what is the minimum dimension of a habitable room?
a) 2.00m
b) 1.75m
c) 3.00m
d) 2.50m
133. Under NBC what is the minimum dimension of a kitchen?
a) 1.50m
b) 1.75m
c) 3.00 m
d) 2.50m
134. Under NBC what is the minimum dimension of a toilet?
a) 0.90m
b) 1.75m
c) 3.00m
d) 2.50m
135. Under NBC what is the ceiling at the first floor with natural ventilation?
a) 2.70m
b) 3.75m
c) 3.00m
d) 2.50m
136. Under NBC what is the ceiling at the first floor with artificial ventilation?
a) 2.70m
b) 3.75m
c) 3.00m
d) 2.50m
137. Under NBC what is the ceiling at the second floor with artificial ventilation? 2.40m
a) a. 2.70m
b) 3.75m
c) 3.00m
d) 2.50m
138. A rule thumb used for estimate of materials on residential project
a) 65% of project construction
b) 70% of project construction
c) 55% of project construction
d) 80% of project construction
139. As an Architect, how do you compensate your subordinates?
a) Provide good workplace/environment
b) Provide salary commensurate to work
c) Provide minimum wage
d) Per hour with free lunch
140. Under BP 344, how much is the space allocated of wheel chair turning radius?
a) 2.00m
b) 1.50m
c) 3.00m
d) 1.20m
141. _________ are all on-site work done from site preparation, excavation, foundation,
assembly of all the components and installation of utilities and equipment of buildings/structure
a) Demolition
b) Construction
c) Renovation
d) Installation
142. Under NBC, what is the minimum width of stairway?
a) 0.75m
b) 1.00m
c) 3.00m
d) 0.85m

FAMILIARIZED THE FOLLOWING TERMS UNDER NBC BECAUSE THERE ALSO QUESTIONS ABOUT
THIS:

FIRE LANE
FIRE EXIT EVACUATION PLAN
FIRE EXIT DOOR
DEMOLITION
REPAIR

Construction- all on-site work done from site preparation, excavation, foundation, assembly of
all the components and installation of utilities and equipment of buildings/structure
Erection- installation in place of components of a building/structure
Addition- any new construction which increases the height or area of an existing
building/structure
Alteration- construction in a building/ structure involving changes in the materials used,
partitioning, location/size of openings, structural parts, existing utilities and equipment but does
not increase the overall area thereof.
Demolition - the systematic dismantling or destruction of a building/ structure, in whole or in
part.
Ancillary Building Structure - a secondary building/ structure located within the same premises,
the use of which is incidental to that of the main building/structure.
Building Permit- a written authorization granted by the Building Official to an applicant allowing
him to proceed with the construction of a specific project after plans, specifications and other
pertinent documents have been found to be in conformity with the National Building Code and
its Implementing Rules and Regulations.

143. A well-managed office is like a car that


a) is running smoothly
b) has plenty of gas and oil
c) running is good speed
d) is in good condition
144. As a veteran architect with your own architectural practice, why do you need a secretary?
a) To prepare contract documents and keep track of various on-going projects
b) To secure client meetings
c) To keep office record in order
d) To prepare documents
145. Any person, entity, public or private, Filipino or foreigner, who shall force an architect to
perform any service under the general practice of architecture, without executing a written
contract agreement is guilty of misdemeanor and is sentenced to a fine of not less than
a) P 100,000.00
b) P 200,000.00
c) P 1,000,000.00
d) P 2,000,000.00
146. You recently passed the board, and you've gotten your licensed as an architect, which of the
following is unethical for you to do?
a) Steal fellow architect's intellectual properties
b) Take a project from fellow architect who was already commissioned to do the work
c) Punch the boastful architect
d) All of the above
SITUATION - Jesse pass the architecture licensure examination with flying colors and come
back to his old job in Singapore. His boss was so impressed, that he wanted to set-up an
architectural firm in the Philippines.
147. What should Jesse’s boss do to practice architecture in the Philippines?
a) He should should collaborate with a Filipino Firm/Architect and be partners, to be
able to practice architecture in the Philippines
b) He should register his firm and begin practicing architecture in the Philippines
c) He is not allowed to put up an architectural firm in the Philippines
d) He could practice architecture in the Philippines anytime he wants
148. If Jesse's boss could put up an architectural firm in the Philippines, what should be his first
move to register his business?
a) Register his company at DTI
b) Register his company at SEC
c) Get a license to practice architecture in the Philippines as a Foreign partner at PRC
d) Get a License to practice architecture in the Philippines as a Foreign partner at UAP
149. If Juan and his boss were to be partners in a firm in the Philippines, where should their
company be registered?
a) DTI only
b) SEC only
c) DTI, SEC and PRC only
d) DTI and SEC only
150. If you purchased 1 million worth of furniture and equipment for your office that you just
set-up, how much did you pay for the VAT?
a) 300,000.00
b) 107,142.86
c) 120,000.00
d) 107,857.14
151. A client wants you to his Architect but you found out that there is another Architect
involved. What would you do?
a) Get it that's an opportunity
b) Ask the client how much is the design fee of the other architect and lower your design
fee
c) Refuse
d) Call the other architect and ask courtesy
152. As per Supplemental IRR of RA 9266, Standards of Professional Practice, what is the basis of
the preparation of Contract Documents wherein the Architect prepares the detailed designs,
Construction Drawings and Technical Specifications in seven (7) sets?
a) Approved Schematic and Conceptual Plans
b) Architectural program
c) Approved Design Development Documents
153. A client wants you to his Architect but you found out that there is another Architect
involved. What would you do?
a) Get it that's an opportunity
b) Ask the client how much is the design fee of the other architect and lower your design
fee
c) Refuse
d) Call the other architect and ask courtesy
154. As per Supplemental IRR of RA 9266, Standards of Professional Practice, what is the basis of
the preparation of Contract Documents wherein the Architect prepares the detailed designs,
Construction Drawings and Technical Specifications in seven (7) sets?
a) Approved Schematic and Conceptual Plans
b) Architectural program
c) Approved Design Development Documents
d) Feasibility Studies
SITUATION - An architect administered apprentice A & B to be working for a 3-storey residence,
apprentice A being the site supervisor and apprentice B in-charge of doing the production of
working drawings, as the project for a design-build project. The architect was so busy with his
other projects and that he trusted everything to both apprentice A & B. Upon the progress of
the project, work went well until the architect found out that there was part of the house that
was not followed as per plan because of some discrepancies that were present in the
construction drawings.
155. Whose fault is it?
a) Apprentice A for not informing that there were discrepancies in the drawings.
b) Apprentice B for producing drawings with discrepancies.
c) The architect for not giving time to check the works of his apprentice.
d) The client, for not inspecting the project.
156. What would be the architect's action on the initial stage of this scenario?
a) The architect should have looked over the works of his apprentices before
implementing any action in the site.
b) The architect should have placed more apprentices to look over the project.
c) The architect should have left the other project and concentrate on this one.
d) The apprentices should have told the architect ahead of time that they can't handle the
scope of work given to them.
157. To whom are apprentices A & B civilly liable? THEY ARE NOT PROFESSIONALS
a) To the architect
b) To the client
c) To the contractor
d) Not among the choices
158. In this project, who is responsible for obtaining a Certificate of Occupancy upon completion
of the project?
a) Architect
b) Engineer
c) book keeper
d) owner
159. On this project, how many percent should the architect charge?
a) 10% of PCC
b) 10% plus the charge for design-build services
c) 10% plus the contract amount
d) 10% plus the supervision fee and contract amount
160. A family of architects and engineers plans to set-up and architectural company to cater
architectural services. What percentage of share should the architect have?
a) 75%
b) 85%
c) 70%
d) 90%
SITUATION - An Architect drew up plans for a family. The owners went abroad after a year, the
owner returned but instructed the architect to help them find a new lot, the task would entail
the architect's personal time.
161. What stage in the Architect's services will the Architect perform? 201
a) Pre-design Services
b) Regular Design Services
c) Comprehensive Archt'l Services
d) Specialized Allied Services
162. What will be the ideal method of compensation that the Architect should use if he is to find
a new site for the project?
a) Percentage of Construction Cost
b) Per diem plus reimbursable expenses
c) MDPE
d) Lump sum inclusive of arch fee
163. What can the Architect suggest to the owners to minimize spending?
a) Buy a New House
b) Buy a New Lot
c) Buy Existing House & Lot then renovate
d) Buy Existing House
164. How much is the Architect compensated after he completed all plans and documents for
construction? LIABILITY 5%, SUPERVISION 5%
a) 65%
b) 75%
c) 90%
d) 80%
165. As an architect, you have been commissioned by your Aunt who helped you so much of
financing your BS Architecture studies. If the residential project is worth Ten million pesos, how
much is your minimum professional fee considering the help of your Aunt on your education?
a) Free
b) 1,000,000 in Pesos
c) 100,000 in Pesos
d) 500,000 in Pesos
SITUATION - An architect went to Singapore for work. His career was very good and enjoyed
life over the years. After 15 years, he and his family decided to give up his Philippine passport
and change their citizenship to Singapore Citizen. Like other countries, Singapore doesn't allow
dual citizenship contrary with the Fil-American who has dual citizenship. After a couple of
months, the architect went home and met his high school classmate who's is a developer.
Eventually he got a subdivision project from his classmate but when he submitted the
construction drawings OBO didn't approved the building permit.
166. What went wrong?
a) The architect is already a Singaporean and not allowed to practice in Philippines.
b) The architect should have a permit to practice from PRBOA hence that he is a previous
Filipino RLA.
c) The architect to sign and seal the drawings.
d) Error found in the drawings.
167. Would the Filipino Architect able to legally practice in Singapore?
a) Yes, because he is international recognize RLA.
b) Yes, because he is qualified.
c) No, because Philippine Licensure are not recognized in Singapore.
d) None of the above
168. If the Filipino RLA would not able to legally practice in Singapore, what must he do?
a) Study Master of Architecture at accredited university in Singapore
b) Get recognition for APEC Architects
c) Study Master of Architecture at accredited university in Philippines
d) All of the above
169. After passing the architecture licensure examination you and your classmates have
managed set-up an architecture practice in your hometown. What is the first thing to do?
a) Hire an accountant
b) Go SEC and register your company
c) Go DTI and get business name
d) Set goal and objectives
170. As a practicing architect, what would you think is the purpose of hiring an accountant?
a) To prepare SALN
b) For financial stability
c) To stabilized your practice
d) To compute billing
171. Twenty years after passing the board exam you have work across Australia and Asia. With
these experience, a client in Malaysia commissioned you to design his dream house. Hence, that
you are not a Registered Architect in Malaysia, what would you do to be able to get projects
legally in the said country?
a) Take a licensure exam in Malaysia
b) Apply for ASEAN Architect
c) Study a Masters in Malaysia
d) Marry a Malaysian Architect
172. What is reciprocity means in cross border practice of architecture?
a) Get projects without licensure exam
b) Set up office oversees with reciprocity
c) Practice and collaborate with local architect
d) Practice with low fee
173. What is reciprocity means in cross border practice of architecture?
a) Get projects without licensure exam
b) Set up office oversees with reciprocity
c) Practice and collaborate with local architects
d) Practice with low fee
174. Before submitting sketches to a client, what must the architect first do?
a) Sign a service agreement
b) Submit a billing statement
c) Discuss about image board for presentation
d) Befriend the client first
175. What would you wear if you are going for work as an apprentice?
a) Formal
b) Business attire
c) Filipiana
d) Relax and comfortable
176. After passing the board exam, lot of new architects is very proud and becoming boastful.
What would be the best way to start a career as a Registered and Licensed Architect?
a) Accept current salary from current mentor and gain good experience
b) Accept only good salary because you are already KLA
c) Set-up your own company
d) Resign immediately from your mentor because he cannot increase your salary
177. Situation: Arch. Dela Cruz was commissioned by his friend as the Architect for a town house
project. He was specifically asked to prepare feasibility studies and posters for marketing of the
project. What type of services did Arch. Dela Cruz rendered for the project?
a) Regular Design Services
b) Construction Services
c) Pre-design Services
d) Post construction services
179. What type of compensation should Arch. Dela Cruz receive?
a) Multiple of Direct Personnel expenses
b) Professional fee expense reimbursable
c) Professional fee expensive reimbursable
d) Percentage of construction cost
180. When could Arch. Dela Cruz able to get his fee?
a) Upon signing of the contract
b) Before he start with the project
c) After submitting all his works
d) Alter the project is done
181. What is the maximum distance of the placement of smoke detector from door? 3 METERS
FROM KITCHEN APPLIANCES
a) 30 meters
b) 50 meters
c) 61 meters
d) 80 meters
182. What makes the building permit null and void?
a) Construction stopped for a year due to lack of funds
b) Construction didn’t start after a year upon building permit was issued
c) Abandonment of contractor
183. Standard height of railings for stairs. 800-900 NBCP
a) 900mm
b) 1100mm
c) 1000mm
d) 950mm
184. Standard height of railings for landings.
a) 900mm
b) 1100mm
c) 1000mm
d) 950mm
185. What shall be submitted when your PRC id is lost?
a) Notarized affidavit of loss
b) Old PRC id
c) Other valid id
d) Receipt of recent PRC ID
186. What is the maximum distance of a dead-end hallway? 6 METERS
a) 2.5 times the least width of corridor
b) 15 meters
c) 30 meters
d) 5 meters
187. Size of a double bed in millimeter?
a) 900 mm x 2000mm
b) 1000mm x 2100mm
c) 1400mm x 2000mm
d) 800 mm x 2000 mm
188. Size of crib in inches?
a) 27¼ inches by 52 inches
b) 37 inches by 59 inches
c) 20 inches by 60 inches
d) 15 inches by 100 inches
189. What is the standard size of queen size bed?
a) 1500mm X2000mm
b) 1200mm x2100mm
c) 1400mm x2000mm
d) 1800mm x2000mm
190. What is the size of a king size bed?
a) 15000mm X 2000mm
b) 2200mm x 2100mm
c) 1900mm x2000mm
d) 1800mm x2000mm
191. What is the standard width of counter top?
a) 500mm
b) 600mm
c) 300mm
d) 200mm
192. A material built into a building frame to block a concealed hollow space through which fire
might spread from one part of the building to another.
a) Fire stop
b) Firder
c) Fire hose
d) Sealant
193. SITUATION (193-198) - You have a big shopping mall project under SM. Hence that the
project is huge and complex, the decided to hire a foreign architect that is specialized in retail
planning and development. What would be the scope of work of the said foreign architect?
a) Schematic, Design & Design Development
b) Schematic and Design
c) Schematic, Design, Design Development and Construction Documentation
d) Refer to contract
194. What would be the legal role of the said foreign architect under A 9266?
a) Retail Architect
b) Consulting Architect
c) Design Consultant
d) Architect of Record
195. If the foreign architect is commissioned by the owner to do the retail design what would be
the role of the Filipino Architect under RA 9266?
a) Retail Architect
b) Consulting Architect
c) Design Architect in collaboration with Expert Consultant
d) Architect of Record
196. If there is a foreign architect on a project like this, what would be the scope of work of the
Filipino Architect?
a) Schematic, Design & Design Development
b) Schematic and Design
c) Construction Documentation and Quality Assurance
d) Refer to contract
197. As far as the civil liability of the project is concern, who is liable when the collapse due to
faulty in construction?
a) Architect
b) Architect in Charge of Construction
c) Consulting Architect
d) Architect of record
198. On this project, who is the profession that is academically qualified and with exceptional or
recognized expertise or specialization in any branch of architecture?
a) Architect as Consultant
b) Foreign Architect
c) Architect in Charge
d) Local Architect
199. Ten years after passing the board exam you have work across Asia. With these experience, a
client in Malaysia commissioned you to design his dream house. Hence, that you are not a
Registered Architect in Malaysia, what would you do to be able to get projects legally in the said
country?
a) Take a licensure exam in Malaysia
b) Apply for ASEAN Architect
c) Study a Masters in Malaysia
d) Marry a Malaysian Architect
200. What is reciprocity means in cross border practice of architecture?
a) Get projects without licensure exam
b) Set up office oversees with reciprocity
c) Practice and collaborate with local architects
d) Practice with low fee
201. What is reciprocity means in cross border practice of architecture?
a) Get projects without licensure exam
b) Set up office oversees with reciprocity
c) Practice and collaborate with local architects
d) Practice with low fee
202. What is not true on statement that a foreign citizen, whether he studied in the Philippines
or not, who desires to take the licensure examination for Architects through reciprocity shall
initiate the establishment of reciprocity between his country/state and the Philippines by
presenting/submitting a letter or any document signed and under official seal by the appropriate
official of his country/state requesting.
a) Approval will be from CHED and PRC
b) Foreign citizen need to be RA in their country
c) Satisfy all prerequisites
d) Submit all relevant documents
203. What is not true on statement that a foreign citizen, whether he studied in the Philippines
or not, who desires to take the licensure examination for Architects through reciprocity shall
initiate the establishment of reciprocity between his country/state and the Philippines by
presenting/submitting a letter or any document signed and under official seal by the appropriate
official of his country/state requesting.
a) Approval will be from CHED and PRC
b) Foreign citizen need to be A in their country
c) Satisfy all prerequisites
d) Submit all relevant documents
204. Any person who shall practice or offer to practice architecture in the Philippines without
being registered/licensed and who are not holders of temporary or special permits in accordance
with the provisions of R.A. No. 9266, shall be guilty of misdemeanor and charged in court by the
Commission and shall, upon conviction he sentenced to a fine of not less than __________.
a) One hundred thousand pesos (P100,000.00) but not more than Five million pesos
(P5,000,000.00)
b) One hundred one thousand pesos (P101,000.00) but not more than Five million pesos
(P5,000,000.00)
c) One hundred fifty thousand pesos (P150,000.00) but not more than Five million pesos
(P5,000,000.00)
d) Not among the choices
205. Drawings and specifications and other contract documents duly signed, stamped or sealed,
instruments of service, are the intellectual property and documents of the architect, whether the
object for which they are made is executed or not. It shall be unlawful for any person to
duplicate or to make copies of said documents for use in the repetition of and for other projects
or buildings, whether executed partly or in whole, without the written consent of architect or
author of said documents. What would you do if you found out that your client has reproduce
your drawings and used for another project?
a) Ask for a pay
b) File a case at PRC
c) File a case in court
d) Forgive and forget
206. As government architect-of-record he shall collect from the concerned national or local
agency including Government Owned and Controlled Corporations (GOCC's) an incentive pay to
cover civil liabilities in the equivalent amount of _______.
a) 1.5% PCC
b) 10% of PCC
c) Collect your salary
d) 5% of PCC
207. Situation (207-208): An unlicensed graduate of BS Architecture is commissioned by his
Brother to design a Five-Storey Residence. He asks his Arch. Palafox to sign and seal it. Arch.
Palafox agrees to do it for a sum of Php 500,000 and have changed of heart and file a case
instead. Is there anything wrong, if yes, who be liable for the case?
a) No, it is legal under RA 9266
b) Yes, the student is liable for doing
c) Nothing is wrong because its not constructed yet
d) Unlicensed graduate and Brother the project
208. What is the case if ever?
a) Guilty of Misdemeanor
b) Cheating
c) Illegal practice
d) Estafa
209. Where should Arch. Palafox file a case?
a) Court of law
b) PRC
c) Barangay
d) Municipal government
210. Before submitting sketches to a client, what must the architect first do?
a) Sign a service agreement
b) Submit a billing statement
c) Discuss about image board for presentation
d) Befriend the client first
211. What would you wear if you are going for work as an apprentice?
a) Formal
b) Business attire
c) Filipiana
d) Relax and comfortable
212. Architectural practice is one of the most stressful job and in the world and many is
committed for project deadlines and some have work in their entire life not being appreciated. In
practice there is always a deadline, what would you do if deadline falls on Sunday?
a) Stay home its not a working day
b) Deadline is important, you must be there on Sunday
c) Finish on Friday
d) Ask the Principal to move the deadline
213. After passing the board exam, lot of new architects is very proud and becoming boastful.
What would be the best way to start a career as a Registered and Licensed Architect?
a) Accept current salary from current mentor and gain good experience
b) Accept only good salary because you are already RLA
c) Set-up your own company
d) Resign immediately from your mentor because he cannot increase your salary
214. Situation 214-216: In practice the most challenging part of surviving your office is financial
stability followed your ability to get new project from time to time. What do you think is the
reason why architects should hire a secretary?
a) Secretary helps organized architects documents and time
b) Secretary helps architects to be inspired every morning
c) Secretary records meeting and reminds architects
d) Architects are not good management and secretary will be always at his side to
manage his time
215. What is the best thing to do to get projects continuously?
a) Improve you design to international standards and properly manage clients
b) Get business development executive and market your practice
c) Architect should gain good network from developers
d) All of the choices
216. What is the best thing to do to get projects internationally?
a) Study abroad and gain network
b) Go and have beautiful market agent to get project for you
c) Collaborate with international practices
d) Get specialization and be recognize by it internationally
217. Situation: After graduating from BS Architecture course in the Philippines*, Mar decided to
work in Saudi Arabia. He work there for 2 years and decided to go back to Philippines to take
Architecture Licensure exam. What should he do to file his requirements?
a) Fill out the DTF. and let his Singaporean mentor sign it for him
b) His mentor should be a Filipino RLA if working abroad to qualify
c) He should take the ALE in Saudi if it was offered there
d) Have his DTE signed by another Filipino Architect in the Philippines
218. If Mar's boss could put up an architectural firm in the Philippines, what should be his first
move to register his business?
a) Register his company at DTI.
b) Register his company at SEC
c) Register first at DTI and Business permit
d) Register at PRC then DTI and DOLE
219. Mr. Kuto hired Archt. Boog to design his condominium located in a commercial area without
a contract. After several meetings, Architect Boog was able to produce a schematic design which
is subsequently approved. However, Mr. Kuto had a change of heart and decided that he doesn't
want Architect Bog for the project anymore. How much compensation is Architect Boog entitled?
a) 15% of contract Price plus 5% for Breach of contract
b) 15% of Contract price
c) 10%of construction cost
d) Free because there's no contract
220. Architect Toyo was commissioned to do a residential project with a contract stipulated that
he should be paid in full if the construction is finished. Everything worked out until everything
was done except that the owner ran out of budget to start the construction. How much is
Architect Toyo entitled to collect legally?
a) 80 %_
b) 100 %
c) 90 %
d) 85 %
221. Situation 35-40: Mr. and Mrs. Yap wants to build a convention center for at least 800
persons. He hires Architect Bukag for the project. Architect Bukag later informs Mr. and Mrs. Yap
that they will need to hire a professional consultant on hospitality design since he has limited
knowledge in convention hall design. Who should they hire?
a) ECE
b) Hospitality designer
c) Events Planner
d) Hospitality Architect
222. Who will be the prime professional for the project?
a) Architect Bukag
b) Acoustics
c) Events Planner
d) Architect Bukag and the professional
223. Who should responsible for the remuneration of the hospitality designer?
a) Architect Bukag, to be deducted from his contract price
b) The contract price will be divided equally between Architect B and the professional
c) Owner A, to be paid directly by him
224. How much will be the remuneration for hospitality designer services?
a) 10% of the total constructions cost of the scope of his services
b) 15% of the total construction cost of the scope of his services
225. (Situation 225-227) Arch. Yukoko was commissioned by his friend as the Architect for a
town house project. He was specifically asked to prepare feasibility studies and posters for
marketing of the project. What type of services did Arch. Yukoko rendered for the project?
a) Regular Design Services
b) Construction Services
c) Pre-design Services
d) Post construction services
226. What type of compensation should Arch. Yukoko receive?
a) Multiple of Direct Personnel expenses
b) Professional fee expense reimbursable
c) Professional fee expensive reimbursable
d) Percentage of construction cost
227. When could Arch. Yukoko able to get his fee?
a) Upon signing of the contract
b) Before he start with the project
c) After submitting all his works
d) After the project is done
228. Situation: Arch. Xu is celebrating the 25th year anniversary of his office. He wants to be
featured on a magazine. To lessen the amount that will be spent on being published, with his
consent, he allowed his friend who is a writer to solicit from advertiser under his name. Is there
anything wrong here? If there is, what/who is wrong in this situation?
a) Nothing is wrong. This was done with everybody's consent and nobody was
b) Architect is liable
c) the writer friend of Architect Xu
229. After magazine was issued, another Architect Yu noticed that some of his works were being
claimed by Architect Xu in the magazine articles. Architect Xu said that he only did it because he
wanted his writer friend to get more advertisers Is there something wrong with this, who is
llable?
a) Nothing since Architect Xu is willing to settle with Architect Yu
b) Both Architect Xu (fraud) and the writer (for not checking his source)
c) Architect X is Liable of fraud for claiming Architect Y's work
d) The Publisher for not checking the veracity of Architect X's claims
230. Where should architect Yu file the complain?
a) RTC
b) PRC
c) Mayor's
d) NBI
231. What will happen to Architect Xu, if found guilty? SECTION 23
a) Suspension of registry and licensed
b) Suspension of license
c) His name will be deleted from the list of registered Architect
d) Revocation of his certification registration
232. Situation (46-50): Mr. Acu, the client, wanted your services for his new house with a total
project cost of Three Million (P3,000,000.00) What is the percentage of your professional fee?
a) 10%
b) 12%
c) 6%
d) 7%
233. Will the percentage of your fee change if the client decides to postpone the project for the
following year?
a) Same 10% as MBF
b) Lower by 6%
c) It will be 12% for additional architect's expense
d) Same 10% of MBF plus reimbursable expenses
234. How much will you get if the client decides to include architectural interiors in your service?
a) 10%
b) 12%
c) 15%
d) 10% plus reimbursable expenses
235. A client is very happy with the plans you have made for his house. He decided that he will
use the same design/plans for his son's house. How much will the client pay the architect for his
2nd house? 50%
a) 90%
b) 80%
c) 85%
d) 60%
236. If the client decide to get you for Design-Build by administration how much additional fee
would you charge in addition to your 10%?
a) 5%
b) 7%
c) 12%
d) 10% plus reimbursable expenses
237. Bid and ______ shall mean the same.
a) Auction
b) Tender
c) Mandate
d) Commission
238. Under PD 1096, for R-1 lots, firewalls are not allowed except an abutment or up to
________ in height.
a) 2.40m
b) 3.00 m
c) 3.20m
d) 2.60m
e) 2.80m
239. Under BP 344, what is the inside dimensions of an elevator car?
a) 1.10m W x 1.20m D
b) 1.10m W x 1.40m D
c) 1.20m W x 1.40m D
d) 1.20m W x 1.20m D
240. What is the maximum distance of elevators from the main entrance door considering the
handicapped?
a) 20m
b) 30m
c) 40m
d) 60m
241. It is required if the lot owner intends to abut the building to his property line if that side of
the lot has an existing neighbor.
a) End wall
b) Wall abutment
c) Fire wall
d) Fence wall
242. According to the NBCP, what is the maximum height from the bottom of a window serving
as emergency egress?
a) 0.92m
b) 0.82m
c) 0.72m
d) 0.60m
243. According to the NBCP, what is the maximum height from the bottom of a window serving
as emergency egress?
a) 0.92m
b) 0.82m
c) 0.72m
d) 0.60m
244.. What is the height of lighting device switches for handicapped? TEXT: 1.20m-1.30m
a) 0.92m - 1.22m
b) 1.02m - 1.52m
c) 1.02m - 1.22m
d) 0.92m - 1.52m
245. What is the parameter in determining the occupant load for Store Retail in upper floors
(Mercantile Establishments)?
a) 5.20sq.m./person
b) 5.40sq.m./person
c) 5.60sq.m./person
d) 5.80sq.m./person
246. A central refuge with a width of 1.5m, 2.0m preferred is provided if the width of the RROW
exceeds ________.
a) 20m
b) 10 m
c) 15m
d) 50m
247. Under BP 220 Maximum number of row house units in a block?
a) 20
b) 50
c) 25
d) 100
248. What is the change in elevation from the street level of the dropped curb?
a) 50mm
b) 75mm
c) 25mm
d) 100mm
249. Under PD 1096, the least dimension of a kitchen is _______.
a) 2.0m
b) 3.0m
c) 1.5m
d) 1.2m
250. Under BP-344, the minimum height of doorknobs and latches?
a) 0.92m
b) 0.82m
c) 1.02m
d) 1.52m
251. Under BP-344, the minimum height of in mm of the grab bar for PWD toilets?
a) 900
b) 800
c) 600
d) 500
252. Under PD 1096, minimum dimension for a habitable area?
a) 1.5m
b) 2.0m
c) 3.0m
d) 6.0m
253. Under BP-344, the maximum lavatory counter height for PWD?
a) 0.75m
b) 0.60m
c) 0.80m
d) 0.70m
e) 0.50m
254. Under PD 1096, minimum ceiling height of a classroom with an allotment of
1sq.m./student?
a) 2.70m
b) 2.40m
c) 3.00m
d) 2.10m
255. Under PD 1096, The allowable projection of signage of a building that is not arcaded?
a) 1.00m
b) 0.90m
c) 1.10m
d) 1.20m
256. Under BP 344, minimum floor area of the toilet for PWD?
a) 1.50mW x 1.70m D
b) 1.70m W x 1.80m D
c) 1.80m W x 1.70m D
d) 1.70m W x 1.50m D
257. Under PD 1096, what is the least dimension of a toilet and bath?
a) 0.90m
b) 1.50m
c) 1.20m
d) 0.80m
e) 2.00m

258. Under R.A. 9514, assembly occupants include, but are not limited to, all buildings used for
gathering together of _____ or more persons for such purposes as deliberation, worship,
entertainment, eating, drinking, amusement, awaiting transportation or similar uses.
a) 500
b) 100
c) 1,000
d) 50
259. If you plan to build a subdivision, what organization would you go to? DHSUD DEPARTMENT
OF HUMAN SETTLEMENTS AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT
a) NHA
b) OBO
c) HLURB
d) DENR
260. You recently passed the board, and you've gotten your licensed as an architect, which of the
following is unethical for you to do?
a) Steal fellow architect's intellectual properties
b) Commit immoral act
c) All of the above
d) Take a project from fellow architect who was already commissioned to do the work
261. As per code, what is the maximum open space of interior lot? 50%
a) 70%
b) 80%
c) 75%
d) 60%
262. As per code what is the open space of corner lot for Group A dwelling? 10%
a) 90%
b) 70%
c) 60%
d) 50%
263. As per code foundation may be permitted to encroach into public sidewalk areas to a width
not exceeding.
a) 500 mm
b) 300 mm
c) 1000 mm
d) 600 mm
264. How do you determine sidewalks?
a) By the width of planting strip
b) By the volume of pedestrians who will use the sidewalk on a regular basis
c) By the zoning
d) By the width of the carriage way
265. When you rendered a design-build service, it is by?
a) Administration
b) Supervision
c) Project management
d) None, it falls under regular services
266. Who approves the subdivision plan?
a) HLURB
b) NHA
c) LGU
d) HDCC
267. In Reciprocity agreement, the Filipino architects are allowed in other country to?
a) Practice even without exam
b) Be registered as professionals
c) Practice the profession
d) All of the above
268. What is the Compensation for long term relation in a project?
a) Lump Sum
b) Project Cost
c) MPDE
d) Professional fee & expenses
269. What method of compensation having a continuing relationship with the architect?
a) MDPE
b) Additional Expenses
c) PCC
d) Professional fee & expenses
270. Minimum building footprint of interior lot?
a) 1000 sq. m.
b) 301 sq. m. LOT SIZE
c) 250 sq.m.
d) 600 sq.m.
271. What are the scope of services that the architect in charge of construction liable for?
a) Quality Control
b) Preparation of Daily Inspection Reports / Filing of documents
c) Evaluation of Construction Work
d) All of the above
272. Minimum air space per occupant for school?
a) 3.00 cu. meters with 1.00 sq. meter of floor area per person
b) 4.00 cu. meters with 2.50 sq. meter of floor area per person
c) 3.00 cu. meters with 3.00 sq, meter of floor area per person
d) 6.00 cu. meters with 3.00 sq. meter of floor area per person
273. What is the standard height of Habitable Rooms, Kitchen, Utility room, etc?
a) 2.80 meters
b) 3.00 meters
c) 2.40 meters
d) 2.95 meters
274. In one/two-storey building, what is the height from floor to ceiling?
a) 2.40 meters
b) 2.70 meters
c) 2.00 meters
d) 3.00 meters
275. Minimum width of door/entrance according to BP344?
a) 0.70 meters
b) 0.90 meters
c) 0.80 meters
d) None of the above
276. If you encourage neighbors to interact each other what would you do?
a) Open Space
b) Short fence
c) Sidewalk
d) Foyer
277. What is the compatible height of a dining chair?
a) 0.40 meters
b) 0.45 meters
c) 0.44 meters
d) 0.40 - 0.425 meters
278. What is the minimum spacing of seats back to back of 46 seats in a row? 600mm
a) 520mm
b) 550 mm
c) 450 mm
d) 500mm
279. Minimum height of a T & B door according to NBC?
a) 2.10 meters
b) 2.00 meters
c) 1.50 meters
d) 1.2 meters
280. In what event that the Architect's Credo is not recited?
a) Oath Taking
b) PRBOA Events
c) Induction
d) IAPOA affairs
281. What is the right alternative after passing the board exam?
a) Put up business with barkadas
b) Work in a company to gain more experience
c) Take a secondary complementing course related to business
d) Solo and take the risk
282. In RA 9266 what Section does OWNERSHIP OF PLANS, SPECIFICATION and Other Contract
Documents fall?
a) Section 23
b) Section 33
c) Section 50
d) Section 1
283. In A 9266 what section does Reciprocity Requirement fall?
a) Section 27
b) Section 43
c) Section 25
d) Section 3
284. Method of payment used where there is continuing relationship involving a series of
projects?
a) Per Diem or Hourly Basis
b) Multiple of Direct Personnel Expenses
c) Fixed/ Lump Sum payment
d) None of the above
285. Fine (amount) for an act for malpractice of architecture by an unregistered person?
a) Php 100, 000.00
b) Php 50, 000.00
c) Php 200, 000.00
d) Php 500, 000.00
286.This involves the detailed planning of light transmission, timing and control for compatibility
with the architectural design concept?
a) Architectural lighting layout and design
b) Architectural lighting and design analyst
c) Luminaries Design and Outlining
d) Architectural lighting interior design
287. How is a Building and Facilities Administration Architect remunerated?
a) Lump see and fixed fee
b) Percentage of PCC
c) Percentage of gross rentals maintenance and security fees
d) None of the above
288. Maximum distance of a parking space to a building entrance by a PWD?
a) 30 meters
b) 100 meters
c) 60 meters
d) None of the choices
289. What is the term used under RA 9514 indicating a building unsafe in case of fire?
a) Hazard Area
b) Fire Hazard
c) Fire Trap
d) Flame of Death
290. Any act that will neutralize a fire?
a) Blasting agent
b) Damper
c) Fire Protective and Fire Safety Device
d) Abatement
291. Minimum floor area for an open market housing under PD 957
a) 32
b) 36
c) 22
d) 42
292. What is the government law for socialized housing?
a) BP 344
b) BP 220
c) PD 957
d) None of the choices
293.Minimum width of a corridor serving one side only
a) 1.1
b) 1.2
c) 1.0
d) 1.3
294. How many percent should the Architect be compensated after the Contract Document
Phase even if the project has not commenced?
a) 50% of PCC
b) 65% of PCC
c) 85% of PCC
d) None of the above
295. The architect in this area recommends method for sustainable design and green
architecture?
a) Building Environment Certification
b) Comprehensive Development Planning (CDP) Services
c) Building Systems Design
d) Site And Physical Planning
296.The Architect in this stage provides the owner with the probable PCC?
a) Schematic Design Stage
b) Pre-design Services
c) Design Development Stage
d) None of the above
297. Stage after the Schematic Design?
a) Design Development Stage
b) Contract Document Phase
c) Pre-design Services
d) None of the above
298. As a new licensed architect starting to practice, what is the best thing to do?
a) All of the choices
b) Continue work on a firm and gain more experience
c) Help in family food business
d) Take up another course
299. For the client what would NOT be the basis for the architect's professional fee?
a) Talent and skills
b) Personal relations
c) Design knowledge
d) Contract documents
300. What would be the best dress of an Architect if he is going to meet the Client?
a) neat and clean and comfortable
b) ruggied but presentable
c) any kind of dress he/she wants.
d) Business attire
301. What is not the recommended height of entrance opening?
a) 2.00m
b) 1.50m
c) 2.10m
d) 1.80m
302. Minimum width of Fire Exit door?
a) 700mm
b) 800 mm
c) 900mm
d) 915mm
303. Minimum Slope of PWD ramp?
a) 1:10
b) 1:12 MAXIMUM
c) 1:20
d) 1:30
304. Not a recommended distance from the edge of a table to the wall?
a) 0.90m
b) 1.00m
c) 0.60m
d) None of the above
305. What do you call a series of lot at every 100m that has sidewalks in front?
a) Sidewalk
b) Block
306. A horizontal section, 1.2m above the floor line and looking downward seeing the fixtures,
walls etc.?
a) detailed section
b) floor plan
c) Elevation
d) horizontal section
307. Minimum clearance of handrail edge from the wall?
a) 38 mm
b) 50mm
c) 40mm
d) 60mm
308. What is Minimum No, in corporation?
a) 2
b) 3
c) 5
d) None of the choices
309. What is the Minimum no. in Partnership?
a) 1
b) 2
c) 3
d) 4
310.What is the Percentage of the engineers in Design Corporation with architect?
a) 75%
b) 25%
c) 50%
d) None of the choices
311.As a Designer-Planner what is your involvement in community participation?
a) Work with the community to know the problem, act as a structures
b) Provide workers for the labor of community
c) All of the above
d) Consult Urban Planners on the issue and apply it on the project.
312. Who/what agency will implement the firecode? DILG
a) Fire department
b) Local government
c) Office of the building official
d) PRBOA
313. What Plan does the electronic plan belong?
a) Mechanical
b) Electrical
c) Architectural
d) Electronic
314. 85% of the construction work is done when the owner got bankrupt. How much the
architect must be compensated?
a) 90%
b) 85%
c) 50%
d) None of the choices
315. If your project got on hold for 1 year because no funding can be provided by your client,
when is the right time to quote your billing statement for your Contract Documents?
a) Upon submission of the Contract Documents before the construction commenced.
b) Upon completion of the project
c) Upon receiving the Building Permit
d) None of the above
316. What is basis of Building Administration fee?
a) Percentage of gross rentals, maintenance and security fees
b) Monthly salary/ fee.
c) All of the above
d) None of the choices
317. What to put in a ramp sloping towards the street?
a) Bollard
b) Railings
c) Floor tiles
d) None of the choices
318. Sign in the Comfort room for the impaired person?
a) Triangle
b) Hexagonal
c) Circle
d) None of the choices
319. Under Chapter 4: Types of Construction (Section 401) of NBC, what is Type IIl Construction?
a) Steel Iron. Concrete or Masonry Construction
b) Wood Construction w/ fire resistant materials (1 hr. fire resistive)
c) Masonry & Wood Const (1 hr. fire resistive)
d) None of the Above

320. What is the standard height of water closet according to BP344?


a) 0.55m
b) 0.45m
c) 0.40m
d) 0.35m
321. What section in the NBC states the Exemptions for applying for a bldg. Permit?
a) 301
b) 205
c) 209
d) 602
322. What section in the NBC states the Non-issuance, Suspension & Revocation for bldg.
Permits?
a) 303
b) 209
c) 306
d) None of the above

323. What Rule in the NBC covers the Classification & General Requirement of All Buildings by
Use or Occupancy?
a) Rule VIl
b) Rule VIll
c) Rule VI
d) Rule X
324. What section in the NBC states the Maximum Height of Buildings?
a) 707
b) 807
c) 606
d) 708
325. What Rule in the NBC covers Light and Ventilation?
a) Rule VIl
b) Rule VI
c) Rule IX
d) Rule VIII
326. What section in the NBC states the Percentage of Site Occupancy?
a) Section 802
b) Section 704
c) Section 803
d) None of the above
327. What section in the NBC states the Ceiling Heights for a building?
a) Section 809
b) Section 805
c) Section 806
d) Section 707
328. Who/what agency does not implement the Fire Code in construction?
a) OBO
b) local government
c) PRBOA
d) All of the above
329. After the Hospital project construction, who is best for client to hire in building
maintenance?
a) Architect specialized in machinery
b) Architect with tract record in Building and equipment maintenance
c) Ground administrator with experience in maintenance
d) None of the above
330. What section in the NBC states the Types of Construction for Buildings?
a) Section 401
b) Section 703
c) Section 403
d) Section 307
331.What Rule in the NBC covers the Requirements For Fire Zones?
a) Rule V
b) Rule VI
c) Rule IV
d) VII
332. In a sidewalk with a width of 1.80m, how many elderly people can walk side-by-side at the
same time?
a) 2
b) 3
c) 4
d) 8
333.What is the width of a walkway as an access to the parking for the physically challenged?
a) 1.50
b) 37
c) 1.20
d) 22
334. According to BP344, what is the minimum width of a curb cut-out should be?
a) 0.50m
b) 0.80m
c) 0.90m
d) 0.70m
335. What is not a recommended spacing of seats back to back of 46 seats in a row?
a) 150mm
b) 550mm
c) 600mm
d) 570mm
336. In a sidewalk with a width of 1.20m, how many elderly people can walk side-by-side at the
same time?
a) 2
b) 4
c) 3
d) 8
337. For a design-build project, who keeps the record on site?
a) Owner
b) Contractor
c) Architect
d) book keeper
338. What is not a recommended dimension for turning space of the disabled?
a) 1.50 meters
b) 2.00 meters
c) 1.00 meters
d) 3.00 meters
339. What section in the RA9266 states the Prohibition in the Practice of Architecture?
a) Section 30
b) Section 36
c) Section 42
d) None of the above
340. What section in the RA9266 states the Suspension and Revocation of Certificates of
Registration, Professional Identification Card or the Special/Temporary Permit?
a) Section 10
b) Section 23
c) Section 20
d) None of the above
341.What section in the RA9266 states the Integration of the Architecture Profession
a) Section 45
b) Section 11
c) Section 40
d) None of the above
342. A horizontal section, 1.2m above the floor line and looking downward seeing the fixtures,
walls etc.
a) Detailed section
b) Floor plan
c) Elevation
d) Horizontal section
343. What is the maximum rise of treads for stairs according to the NBC?
a) 200 mm
b) 300 mm
c) 250 mm
d) 150 mm
344. What is the minimum run for stairs according to the NBC?
a) 200 mm
b) 300 mm
c) 250 mm
d) 150 mm
345. How much is the Minimum basic fee from the PCC for Monumental Buildings?
a) 12%
b) 15%
c) 10%
d) 25%
346. How much is the Minimum basic fee from the PCC for Simple Projects without partitions,
such as Hangars? 5%
a) 7%
b) 8%
c) 6%
d) 10%
347. For repetitive building designs, how much is the Minimum basic fee from the PCC for any
succeeding structures after the 3rd repetitive design?
a) 40% of BF
b) 50% of BF
c) 60% of BF
d) None of the above
348. Malpractice of Architecture shall not exceed the amount of how much?
a) Five thousand pesos
b) Five million pesos
c) One hundred thousand pesos
d) None of the above
349. The members of the Board shall hold office for a term of how many years?
a) 1
b) 6
c) 2
d) 3
350. What law protects the Architect form the reproduction of copies of the contract?
a) Intellectual Property
b) Copy Rights
c) All rights reserved
d) Trade Mark
351. Distance of parking for the disabled from building entrance?
a) 50 m
b) 80 m
c) 60 m
d) 40 m
352. What is not the recommended width for parking slots of PWD?
a) 2.10m
b) 3.70 m
c) 3.80 m
d) 4.00 m
353. Minimum bedroom door opening?
a) 0.75 m
b) 0.70 m
c) 0.85 m
d) 0.80 m
354. Minimum openings in a room?
a) 10% of floor area
b) 20% of wall area
c) 15% of wall area
d) 25% of wall area
355. What do you call an Architect who wishes to practice architecture and is registered with the
DTI?
a) Sole Proprietor
b) Partnership
c) Corporation
d) Associates
356.If a family of architects and engineers plans to set-up and architectural company to cater
architectural services. What percentage of share should the architect have?
a) 75%
b) 85%
c) 70%
d) 90%
357. Responsibilities of an Architect: when she/he conducts the checking of materials and works
done if in adherence with the specification?
a) Job site management
b) Project supervision
c) Quantity surveying
d) Full time supervision
358. A permit secured prior to the Occupancy of a building?
a) Building permit
b) Occupancy permit
c) ECC
d) None of the above
359. What is the minimum floor area for Economic and Socialized Housing?
a) 102-143 sq. M.
b) 136-148 sq.m.
c) 8-12 sq. M.
d) None of them
360. What is the minimum width of minor road for Economic and Socialized Housing subdivision?
a) 6 m
b) 10 m
c) 6.5 m
d) 8 m
361. Under the NBC, a building permit shall expire if work authorized is commenced within how
long from date of such permit?
a) 3 months
b) 12 months
c) 6 months
d) 10 months
362. Under the NBC, a building permit shall expire if work authorized is abandoned or suspended
at any time after a commencement for a period of
a) 90 days
b) 120 days
c) 150 days
d) 180 days
363. Under the NBC, habitable rooms provided with artificial ventilation for buildings of more
than one-storey shall have a minimum ceiling height of the first story at:
a) 1.80 mts
b) 3.00 mts
c) 2.40 mts
d) 2.70 mts
364. The purpose of the NBC is to provide for all building and structures a framework of
standards and requirements which is the
a) Maximum
b) Regulate
c) Definite
d) Minimum
365. Under the NBC, window openings shall equal at least of what percent of the floor area of
room
a) 10%
b) 15%
c) 12%
d) 20%
366. Under BP 220, the minimum clear width of the main door shall be how many meters?
a) 0.70 m
b) 0.90 m
c) 0.80m
d) 9.75 m
367. Under the NBC, the entry ramp of the driveway connecting the roadway surface to the
sidewalk shall have a slope ranging from
a) 1/5 to 1/6
b) 1/4 to 1/5
c) 1/3 to 1/4
d) 1/2 to 1/3
368. Design build by maximum cost, how much is the architect remunerated? PLUS SAVINGS
a) Built in the max cost exclusive of arch reg fee
b) 10% inclusive of arch fee
c) 7% inclusive of arch fee
d) Lump sum inclusive of arch fee
369. What shall the architect not ask from sources such as material suppliers given the fact that
he already receives a professional fee from the client?
a) Material samples
b) Free seminars
c) Commissions
d) None of the above
370. A newspaper editor approaches an architect for an interview. Which among is not an ethical
thing to do.
a) Ask to be paid for the Interview
b) Endorse a product
c) Both a & b
d) None of the choices
371. You had a project for a client, a residential building. After the construction, you found out
that the client used your design for another project without your consent. What will you do?
a) Forgive and forget
b) File a case with the PRC
c) Inform the Mayor
d) Ask to be paid for the design
372. Situation(372-373): A 5th year Architecture student is asked and contracted by his aunt to
design a 2 storey residence for her. After the student finished preparing all the Architectural
plans, he asks his professor to sign and seal it. The professor agrees to do it for a sum of Php
6,000. Is there anything wrong with this practice? If yes, who is liable?
a) No, it is legal under RA 9266
b) Yes, the student is liable for doing
c) Yes, the architect is liable for this project
d) All the parties are liable
373. What is the case it ever?
a) Guilty of Misdemeanor
b) Estafa
c) Stealing
d) There is no case
374. Before submitting sketches to a client, what must the architect first do?
a) Sign a service agreement
b) submit a billing statement
c) Discuss about image board for presentation
d) Befriend the client first
375. What stage of the architect's services are site utilization and feasibility studies?
a) Pre-design services
b) Schematic Design Services
c) Post-design services
d) Contract Document Phase
376. What Architectural Service/Phase is the part where the Architect and Client are choosing
the Contractor?
a) Contract Document Phase
b) Construction Phase
c) Design Development Phase
d) Bidding Phase
377. In a Bidding, what is the Role of the Architect?
a) Organize the Bidding
b) Choose the Construction Manager
c) Award the Project to the Contractor
d) Consultant
378. What is the foremost role of the Architect between the client and contractor?
a) Mediator
b) Consultant
c) To execute judicial orders with Impartiality
d) Enforcer
379. What is the foremost role of an Architect with regards to his Client?
a) Adviser
b) Design Consultant
c) Design Manager
d) Supervisor
380. Who should Orient the Contractor and make sure the he understands the Contract
Documents?
a) Project Manager
b) Owner
c) Architect
d) None, it's the Contractor's responsibility
381. Who is responsible in asking for a Final Inspection of a project?
a) Architect
b) Engineer
c) Owner
d) Contractor
382. Who provides Continuing Professional Education (CPE)?
a) lAPOA
b) UAP
c) PRC
d) PIA
383. What is now allowed by RA 9266 which was not allowed in RA 545?
a) Corporate Practice
b) Signing of plans by an architect not prepared by him
c) Experience before graduation
d) All of the above
384. Under RA9266, can a Registered and Licensed Architect perform Interior Design for small
projects?
a) YES
b) Yes. provided there is consent from PRBOA
c) No
d) Yes, if personal project
385. In construction what is usually awarded as a sub-contract by the contractor or the client and
not part of the general contract?
a) Waterproofing
b) Tiling
c) Painting
d) All of the above
386. An Architect refuses to give the original plan to the Owner. Why?
a) The Owner is entitled only to the blueprint
b) In order to prevent the owner from making duplicates and/or constructing without his
knowledge
c) The Architect's work is covered by intellectual property right/law
d) All of the above
387. Responsibilities of an Architect: when she/he conducts the checking of materials and works
done if in adherence with the specification?
a) Drawing Estimates
b) Quality control
c) Contract Documenting surveying
d) None of the above
288. What the standard width of a wheelchair as stated under BP344?
a) 0.60 to 0.75 meters
b) 0.90 - 1.00 meters
c) 0.55 to 0.80 meters
d) None of the choices
389. What is the dimension for extensions of railings under BP344?
a) 0.30m
b) 0.60 meters
c) 0.45 meters
d) 0.050 meters
390.What is the minimum width for a hallway?
a) 1.10 m
b) 1.20 m
c) 1.40 m
d) 1.50 m
391.What is the distance of the Building Main Entrance to the Elevator?
a) 20m
b) 40m
c) 30m
d) 50m
392.What is the minimum dimension of an elevator door width?
a) 0.70 m
b) 0.80 m
c) 0.75 m
d) 0.85 m
393.What is the minimum size of an elevator car?
a) 1.10 x 1.40 m
b) 1.40 x 1.80 m
c) 1.20 x 1.50 m
d) 0.90 x 1.20 m
394. What is the minimum size of an elevator shaft?
a) 1.10 x 1.40 m
b) 1.30 x 1.60 m
c) 1.20 x 1.50 m
d) 1.40 x 1.70 m
395. What is the minimum size of Elevator Doors for the handicapped?
a) 0.70 m
b) 0.80 m
c) 0.75 m
d) 0.85 m
396. What is the maximum distance of Elevators considering the handicapped?
a) 30 m
b) 40 m
c) 35 m
d) 45 m
397. What is the not a recommended Doorway width?
a) 0.50 m
b) 1.00 m
c) 0.60 m
d) 1.10 m
398. Under BP 344, walks should have ________ turn/groove in order to guide the blind?
a) 45 degrees
b) 90 degrees
c) 60 degrees
d) 30 degrees
399. Not a recommended distance of parking for the disabled from building entrance?
a) 30 m
b) 100 m
c) 40 m
d) None of the choices
400. What section in RA9266 states the Definition of Terms?
a) Section 2
b) Section 5
c) Section 3
d) Section 24
401. For parking areas of PWD, a walkway between the front ends of parked cars shall have a
minimum clear width of _____.
a) 1.10 m
b) 1.20 m
c) 1.30 m
d) 1.40 m
402. Minimum bedroom door opening.
a) 0.75 m
b) 0.70 m
c) 0.85 m
d) 0.80 m
403. Minimum openings in a room?
a) 50% of floor area
b) 25% of wall area
c) 35% of wall area
d) None of the choices
404. Preferable height of Doorknobs?
a) 0.82 m
b) 0.90 m
c) 0.85 m
d) 0.80 m
405. A circle of in diameter is a suitable guide in the planning of wheelchair turning spaces?
a) 1.10 m
b) 1.50 M
c) 1.75 m
d) 2.00 m
406. Angle of turn of embossed tiles for the blind?
a) 45 degrees
b) 90 degrees
c) 30 degrees
d) 60 degrees
407. Under the Accessibility Code, what is the maximum height of handrail?
a) 0.85 m
b) 0.90 m
c) 0.70 m
d) 0.80 m
408. Minimum clearance of a table from the floor considering the handicapped?
a) 0.75 m
b) 0.73 m
c) 0.74 m
d) 0.76 m
409.What is the preferred design for a stair considering users of crutches?
a) Slanted Nosing
b) Projected Nosing
c) Open Riser Stairs
d) Right Angle Stair
410. Maximum height for a stair riser?
a) 150 mm
b) 200 mm
c) 250 mm
d) 300 mm
411. What is the minimum width of a stair under BP 344? ???????
a) 0.90 m
b) 0.70 m
c) 0.75 m
d) 0.80 m
412. If there are 50 or less occupants, what is the minimum stair width?
a) 0.75
b) 1.10
c) 0.90
d) 1.20
413. What Section in RA9266 states the Powers and Functions of the Board?
a) Section 12
b) Section 2
c) Section 17
d) Section 7
414. What Section in RA9266 states the Continuing Professional Development (CPD)?
a) Section 15
b) Section 22
c) Section 21
d) Section 28
415. What general conditions of design are important for the aged?
a) Size, location, design
b) Grab bar
c) Height of lavatory is from the waist
d) All of the above
416. What is the minimum floor area of the toilet of the handicapped?
a) 1.70 x 1.80 m
b) 1.50 x 1.70 m
c) 1.50 x 2.25 m
d) 1.70 x 1.90 m
417. What is the height of lightning switches?
a) 1.50 m
b) 0.90 to 1.20 m
c) 1.20 to 1.30 m
d) 1.30 to 1.40 m
418. Minimum door width for hospital nursing units
a) 1.20 m
b) 0.80 m
c) 1.10 m
d) 0.90 m
419. What Section in RA9266 states the Prohibition in the Practice of Architecture and Penal
Clause?
a) Section 15
b) Section 22
c) Section 20
d) Section 29
420. What Section in RA9266 states the Liability of Representatives of Non-Registered Persons?
a) Section 15
b) Section 31
c) Section 20
d) Section 29
421.What Section in RA9266 states the Ownership of Plans, Specifications and Other Contract
Documents?
a) Section 15
b) Section 20
c) Section 33
d) Section 21
422. What Section in RA9266 states the Enforcement of the Act?
a) Section 22
b) Section 33
c) Section 7
d) Section 44
423. What is the minimum depth of a Central Refuge?
a) 1.0 m
b) 1.5m
c) 2.0 m
d) 2.2m
424. From BP 344, what is the maximum width of a carriageway where a central refuge is not
required?
a) 6 m
b) 8 m
c) 10 m
d) 12m
425. Who or what body is responsible for Zoning Exception, Reclassification, or Change of Zone
Ordinance?
a) Mayor
b) Governor
c) City Council
d) HLURB
426. What is the Minimum headroom when a duct crosses the hall-way?
a) 2.36 m
b) 2.63 m
c) 2.10 m
d) 2.21 m
427. Minimum width of square meeting table for 8 persons for a high-end office
a) 1.40m
b) 1.30 m
c) 1.45m
d) 1.00 m
428. Minimum width of square meeting table for 8 persons for a low-end office
a) 1.40m
b) 1.30 m
c) 1.45m
d) 1.00 m
429. Using .30mx.30m ceramic tiles, what would be the best width of the common toilet?
a) 1.20 m
b) 1.30 m
c) 1.40 m
d) 1.22 m
430. Using .20mx. 20m ceramic tiles, what would be the best width of the common toilet?
a) 1.20 m
b) 1.30 m
c) 1.40 m
d) 1.22 m
431. Using .15mx.15m ceramic tiles, what would be the best width of the common toilet?
a) 1.20 m
b) 1.30 m
c) 1.40 m
d) 1.22 m
432. What would be the minimum dimension of a kitchen?
a) 2.00x3.00m
b) 1.50x1.50m
c) 1.50x2.00m
d) 2.00x2.00
433. What would be the minimum width of a kitchen counter considering a tight space?
a) 60m
b) 56m
c) 55m
d) 45m
434. How much is the fine for guilty of misdemeanor in the practice of Architecture?
a) not less than One hundred thousand pesos but not more than five million pesos
b) not less than twenty thousand pesos
c) None of the choices
d) not less than fifty thousand pesos but not more than One hundred thousand pesos
435. How many years of imprisonment for guilty of misdemeanor in the practice of Architecture?
a) exactly 5 years
b) not less than 6 months, or not exceeding 6 years or both.
c) to a maximum of 6 weeks
d) None of the choices
436. If an Architect wants to register a "single proprietorship" firm, where will he register?
a) UAP
b) PRC
c) DTI
d) SEC
437. What should be secured first before applying for a Business Permit?
a) Mayor's Permit
b) DOLE Permit
c) Brgy. Permit
d) DTI Permit

438. Whore will they apply for a Business Permit?


a) City Hall
b) SEC
c) DTI
d) BIR
439. Who is responsible for the implementation of RA 9266?
a) PRBOA
b) DPWH
c) OBO
d) PRC
440. Who provides Continuing Professional Education (CPE)?
a) President
b) UAP
c) Mayor
d) None of the above
441. What is a successful Architect?
a) High Profile
b) Good workmanship and ethical
c) Many project due to low fees
d) All of this
442. When planning to start an Architectural Firm in a certain locality what should you secure?
a) SEC Permit
b) DTI Permit
c) Mayor's Permit
d) Business Permit
443. What is now allowed by RA 9266 which was not allowed in RA 545?
a) Corporate Practice
b) Signing of Architectural plans by an engineer
c) Both C & D
d) Signing of plans by an architect not prepared by him
444. Under RA 9266, can a Registered and Licensed Architect perform Interior Design for small
projects.
a) YES
b) No
c) Yes. Provided there is consent from PRBOA
d) Yes, if personal project
445. In construction what is usually awarded as a sub-contract by the contractor or the client and
not part of the general contract?
a) Waterproofing
b) Fencing
c) Tiling
d) Excavation
446. What is given to the client by the contractor after all the work is done, to ensure a property
functioning and efficient building?
a) building operations manual
b) post construction evaluation
c) Floor Plans
d) Permits
447. Who should be held responsible for damages/accidents at the site?
a) Owner
b) Architect
c) Contractor
d) All of them
448. An Architect refuses to give the original plan to the Owner. Why?
a) The Owner is entitled only to the blueprint
b) In order to prevent the owner from making duplicates and/or constructing without his
knowledge
c) The Architect's work is covered by intellectual property right/law
d) All of the above
449. When can an architect do design concepts parallel to other designing architects?
a) During Design Competitions
b) Before Project is Conceived
c) During Design Development
d) During Pre-Design Stage
450. When is the best time for an Architect to do several development projects?
a) During Design Competitions
b) Before Project is Conceived
c) During Design Development
d) During Pre-Design Stage

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