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1. What is especially important in designing roads for drainage? |
b) crown
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2. Wastewater flows because of differences in elevation
a) between catch basin entrances b) between storm sewer vents c) between drain inlets d) along inverts |
d) along inverts
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3. Which of the following statements is INCORRECT?
a) A 1-1/2% slope is suitable for rough paving. b) Landscaped areas near buildings should have at least a 2% slope away from the structure. c) A safe sidewalk slopes no more than 2-1/2%. d) Roads in northern climates can safely have up to a 12% grade. |
d) Roads in northern climates can safely have up to a 12% grade.
(*excluding Seattle ;) ) |
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4. A soil investigation for a building site reveals that the soil type is sandy clay and that bentonite is present. Which of the following foundation types would be most appropriate?
a) spread footings b) mat foundation c) belled piers d) grade beam on piers |
d) grade beam on piers
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6. What is the maximum slope on which it is feasible to plant grass?
a) 5% b) 10% c) 15% d) 25% |
d) 25%
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7. How does a retention pond manage stormwater runoff?
a) by slowing it and allowing sediments to settle while letting water seep into the ground b) by holding the excess until it can discharge at a controlled rate into the storm sewer system c) by preventing it from contaminating other portions of the site d) by retaining it until it can seep into the ground |
b) by holding the excess until it can discharge at a controlled rate into the storm sewer system
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8. What is the recommended maximum slope for a paved parking area?
a) 1% b) 3% c) 5% d) 10% |
c) 5%
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9. On a site with extensive development of buildings, roads, and parking, which change in drainage would have the most significant negative impact?
a) a decrease in pervious paving b) an increase in water held on site c) an increase in the number of drainage grates d) an increase in the overall runoff coefficient |
d) an increase in the overall runoff coefficient
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10. Reinforced concrete or masonry retaining walls are usually necessary when
a) the height of the wall exceeds 4 ft b) expansive clay soil is present c) the groundwater level is above the lowest exposed portion of the wall d) drainage behind the retaining wall is a problem |
a) the height of the wall exceeds 4 ft
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11. Information about the elevations or contours of a building site is found in a
a) deed of trust b) metes and bounds description c) plat d) survey |
d) survey
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12. Information about street drainage in a city would be obtained by contacting the city's
a) public works department b) building department c) planning department d) department of highways |
a) public works departments
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13. Information on the bearing capacity of soil is obtained from the
a) city engineer b) general contractor c) structural engineer d) geotechnical consultant |
d) geotechnical consultant (AKA soils engineer)
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14. In order to strengthen the sense of neighborhood and community, a developer constructs a public square in the middle of a housing development. The public square is an example of
a) a landmark b) an edge c) a district d) a node |
d) a node
(The Image of the City, Kevin Lynch) |
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15. Several sites are being considered for the construction of a new community college. The most appropriate site would be the one adjacent to
a) two major intersecting highways b) libraries and shopping c) a technology-oriented office campus d) a residential neighborhood and public transportation |
a) two major intersecting highways
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16. The construction of a large general hospital is being planned for a neighborhood that lies between an outer edge of a downtown area and a medium- to high-density housing area. There are already smaller clinics and doctors' offices in the area. The following concerns have been addressed in the design of the hospital building. In presenting the project to the city planning board,which concern should the architect emphasize?
a) The proposed street closure, planned in order to expand the building site, will not affect traffic. b) Sufficient parking will be made available on the project site. c) The bulk of the building design will not block sunlight from the housing. d) Sewer and water services will not have to be expanded to serve the building |
b) Sufficient parking will be made available on the project site.
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17. Which of the following design features would have the most detrimental effect on the environment of the surrounding neighborhood in an urban setting?
a) square building shape b) dark exterior colors c) extensive exterior paving d) reflective glass |
d) reflective glass
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18. In a dense urban context, site analysis prior to design should include studies of which of the following? (Choose the four that apply.)
a) solar shading b) drainage c) imageability d) surrounding historical context e) land values f) views |
a, c, d, f
a) solar shading c) imageability d) surrounding historical context f) views |
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19. With regard to the theories of proxemics, which approach to the design of a plaza would probably accommodate the most people while allowing individuals to maintain comfortable personal space distances?
a) a large, flat, open space with trees defining the perimeter b) a heavily landscaped area with areas of lawn c) an amphitheater with bench-type seating in raised tiers d) a space with various levels, benches, and spaces defined by low walls |
d) a space with various levels, benches, and spaces defined by low walls
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21. What is the minimum outside radius for an automobile cul-de-sac with no parking?
a) 20 ft b) 30 ft c) 40 ft d) 50 ft |
c) 40 ft
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24. Which type of road needs the widest right-of-way?
a) street b) main street c) avenue d) boulevard |
d) boulevard
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25. Where are utilities commonly located?
a) under streets b) anywhere in the right-of-way c) under sidewalks and curb lanes d) under streets or sidewalks |
b) anywhere in the right-of-way
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26. What area per car should be used to estimate the required size of a parking lot and related drives?
a) 200 sf/car b) 300 sf/car c) 400 sf/car d) 500 sf/car |
b) 300 sf/car
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27. Local zoning regulations require 550 parking spaces for a large manufacturing plant and office facility. Parking, drives, and related walks must also be accounted for. For preliminary planning purposes, what is the minimum required parking lot size?
a) 3 ac b) 4 ac c) 5 ac d) 6 ac |
c) 5 ac
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28. The recommended minimum width for a sidewalk is ____ ft. (Fill in the blank.)
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5 ft
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30. Which of the following would result in the best site circulation?
I. planning the service entry drive separate from the automobile entry and drive II. making parking areas oversized to accommodate pedestrian circulation III. designing all two-way roads at least 24 ft wide IV. limiting parking area traffic to a single entrance away from pedestrian walks V. laying out walks parallel to parking areas a) I, III, and IV b) I, III, and V c) II, IV, and V d) I, III, IV, and V |
b) I, III, and V
I. planning the service entry drive separate from the automobile entry and drive III. designing all two-way roads at least 24 ft wide V. laying out walks parallel to parking areas |
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31. To determine the minimum parking requirements for site development, the architect should first consult
a) ADA-ABA Accessibility Guidelines b) development covenants c) the local building code d) zoning regulations |
d) zoning regulations
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32. If land is limited, which of the following is the best way to plan parking lots?
a) two-way circulation with 90° parking on both sides of a drive b) 30° parking on both sides of a one-way loop system c) combining service circulation with parking at a 45° angle d) 90° parking on one side of a one-way circulation drive |
a) two-way circulation with 90° parking on both sides of a drive
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33. The fraction of radiant energy reflected from a surface relative to the total radiant energy received by the surface is called
a) albedo b) conductivity c) insolation d) radiant fraction |
a) albedo
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34. In the Northern Hemisphere, the optimum tilt angle of an active solar collector for year-round use is approximately equal to the
a) solar altitude on the spring and fall equinoxes b) solar altitude on the winter solstice c) building's latitude d) building's latitude plus 15° |
c) building's latitude
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35. For overall energy conservation and cost-effectiveness in a temperate climate, the most advantageous type of earth-sheltered building would be one that is
a) built into the side of a south-facing hill b) above ground with earth bermed against all sides c) above ground with a thick covering of earth and vegetation on the roof d) completely underground with a central court that is open to the sky |
a) built into the side of a south-facing hill
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36. A small building is being designed for a site in Minnesota. If it's desired to minimize reliance on mechanical systems, which of the following design strategies should be incorporated? (Choose the three that apply.)
a) maximize south-facing windows b) incorporate high ceilings c) design a compact form d) use dark colors for the building exterior e) minimize interior thermal mass f) use evergreen trees on the south side of the building |
a, c, d
a) maximize south-facing windows c) design a compact form d) use dark colors for the building exterior |
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37. A row of trees of moderate density will reduce the wind velocity on the leeward side by about 30% to 40% up to about
a) three times the height of the trees b) five times the height of the trees c) seven times the height of the trees d) nine times the height of the trees |
b) five times the height of the trees
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39. Potential overheating of a medical clinic in a temperate climate could be minimized by
a) designing an overhang for the west and east sides of the building b) planning a building shape to minimize the surface area of south-facing walls c) having a landscape architect specify deciduous trees near the south elevation d) all of the above |
c) having a landscape architect specify deciduous trees near the south elevation
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40. What term describes a land measure that is 6 mi on a side?
a) section b) check c) township d) range |
c) township
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41. Under the IBC, what is the maximum allowable floor area of a sprinklered, two-story, Type III B, Group B occupancy building that has access on 20% of its perimeter?
a) 38,000 sf b) 57,000 sf c) 76,000 sf d) 114,000 sf |
c) 76,000 sf
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43. According to ADA-ABA Accessibility Guidelines, what is the maximum allowable vertical change of level on an accessibe route without using a ramp or bevel?
a) 1/8 in b) 1/4 in c) 3/8 in d) 1/2 in |
b) 1/4 in
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44. Which of the following would have the LEAST effect on the maximum height of a building?
a) bulk plane restrictions b) floor area ratios c) zoning setbacks d) occupancy group |
c) zoning setbacks
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45. An accessible route must serve
a) all accessible spaces and parts of a building b) the corridors, stairs, elevators, and toilet rooms of a building c) entrances, parking, toilet rooms, corridors, and drinking fountains d) those areas where physically disabled people are likely to need access |
a) all accessible spaces and parts of a building
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46. Which of the following are typically regulated by zoning ordinances? (Choose the four that apply.)
a) how a property is used b) types of exterior materials c) floor area ratios d) number of loading spaces e) minimum amount of window exposure f) distances from property line to building |
a, c, d, f
a) how a property is used c) floor area ratios d) number of loading spaces f) distances from property line to building |
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47. Which of the following areas of a building are considered parts of the means of egress?
I. storeroom II. corridor III. enclosed stairway IV. exterior courtyard V. public sidewalk a) I, II, and III b) I, III, and IV c) I, II, III, and IV d) I, II, III, IV, and V |
c) I, II, III, and IV
I. storeroom II. corridor III. enclosed stairway IV. exterior courtyard |
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49. Setback distances are determined by a city's
a) building code b) zoning code c) development agency d) planning office |
b) zoning code
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50. The maximum allowable area of a building is limited by a combination of
a) floor area ratio and construction type b) occupancy group and setback requirements c) bulk plane limits and floor area ratio d) construction type and setback requirements |
a) floor area ratio and construction type
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51. What factors determine the total allowable area and height of a building? (Choose the four that apply.)
a) construction type b) occupancy group c) number of exits from the building d) separation between adjacent buildings e) combustibility of exterior materials f) whether or not the building has a sprinkler system |
a, b, d, f
a) construction type b) occupancy group d) separation between adjacent buildings f) whether or not the building has a sprinkler system |
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52. A property's boundaries are commonly described with
a) metes and bounds b) reference to a section and township c) location within a subdivision d) all of the above |
d) all of the above
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53. Of the following remedial actions, which would most effectively provide a cooler microclimate for an existing building over the long term?
a) plant deciduous trees to the south of the building b) move the asphalt parking lot on the south to the east and replace it with vegetation c) build a pond on the windward side of the building d) plant coniferous trees on the west side of the building |
b) move the asphalt parking lot on the south to the east, and replace it with vegetation
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54. An architect can best discourage criminal activity in a street-level apartment lobby by applying which of the following design strategies?
a) separating the lobby and the street with a large expanse of glass b) changing the paving texture at the property line c) clearly marking the entrance with a "Residents Only" sign d) adding a bright light over the door |
a) separating the lobby and the street with a large expanse of glass
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55. Which of the following is NOT and effective security strategy for the exterior of a retail store?
a) provide two entrances on opposite sides of the facade b) minimize the number of signs on the front windows c) place the cash-wrap area near the front of the store d) keep the exterior of the store well lit |
a) provide two entrances on opposite sides of the facade
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56. An architect is developing a site plan for a building that is adjacent to a highway. Which of the following strategies is best for attenuating noise?
a) maximize the distance between the new building and the highway b) construct a masonry wall as high as possible next to the highway c) plant a combination of deciduous and evergreen trees 100 ft deep d) locate the building as far from the highway as possible and plant a row of evergreen trees |
b) construct a masonry wall as high as possible next to the highway
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57. In regard to blast security, the space between a buliding and the outermost secured perimeter is called the
a) blast reduction zone b) perimeter defense area c) security setback d) standoff distance |
d) standoff distance
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58. An architect is developing a site plan for a developed property with an existing building. The building is in good condition and was used for the same purpose as the client's proposed use of the site. Which of the following four strategies would earn the greatest number of points within the LEED 2009 for New Construction rating system?
a) maintain at least 50% of the interior nonstructural elements b) remove the building and recycle and/or salvage at least 50% of construction and demolition debris c) maintain at least 95% of the existing walls, floors, and roof d) reuse materials from the site that amount to 5% by cost of the total value of materials on the project |
c) maintain at least 95% of the existing walls, floors, and roofs
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59. Which of the following is NOT a method of estimating the volume of cut and fill?
a) contour area method b) end area method c) elevation estimation d) calculation by grid |
c) elevation estimation
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