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PART 1: PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE

1. Entities, agencies, organizations and the like that have been accredited/ registered with the Board of
Architecture of the Professional Regulations Commission to deliver seminars, lectures, and other Continuing
Professional Education Modules for Architects, other than IAPOA which is automatically accredited by the Board
of Architecture.
a. UAP c. IAPOA
b. CPD Providers d. National Convention

2. He is a registered and licensed architect, who is academically and professionally qualified, and with exceptional
or recognized expertise or specialization in any branch of architecture.
a. Architect-of-record c. Architect
b. Consulting Architect d. Architect-in-charge of construction

3. It was the first law passed by the national assembly in 1921 where the maestros de obra or the master builders
are required to register as architects.
a. Engineers and Architect’s Law Act No. 2986
b. Engineers and Architect’s Law Act No. 2896
c. Engineers and Architect’s Law Act No. 9286
d. Engineers and Architect’s Law Act No. 8296

4. The architect of a housing project was given Php 300,000.00 for the first unit he designed. Using the current SPP
as reference for professional fees, How much will he receive for the tenth housing unit to be constructed if the
architect provides Detailed Architectural Design Services (DADS)?
a. Php 60,000.00 c. Php 180,000.00
b. Php 90,000.00 d. Php 240,000.00

5. Within how many months shall be the release of Retention from date of Final Payment?
a. 2 c. 4
b. 3 d. 6

6. In a PERT CPM, is a starting node to two or more activities.

a. Concurrent node c. Simultaneous node
b. Merge Node d. Burst Node

7. Which of the following situation would trigger the owner to suspend work?
a. Bankruptcy- declared by BIR
b. Insubordination
c. Non-Payment of contractors debt/ non superintendence of contractor
d. All of the above

8. Architectural programming is one of the architect’s services that falls under:

a. Pre-Design c. Design-Build
b. Design d. Specialized Services

9. Contract documents shall be the property of the .

a. Owner c. Architect
b. Project Manager d. Contractor

10. The value of extra work or change in construction plans by the owner.
a. Unit prices provided credit does not exceed 10 percent of original contract
b. Actual direct cost plus 15 percent for profit, overhead and tax
c. Value included in contingencies
d. Estimate and acceptance in lump sum
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11. It refers to contracts or arrangements involving the transfer of systematic knowledge for the manufacture of a
product.
a. Technology transfer c. Contract documents
b. Transfer of Record d. Technical Transfer

12. The shall submit copies of shop drawings for the architect’s approval.
a. Engineer/ 5 c. Project Representative / 5
b. Sub-contractor / 4 d. Contractor / 2

13. After substantial completion of contract work, the architect shall inspect the project and issue
certificate of completion after certification, the contractor will finish outstanding work during period of making
good of all known defect of 60 days.
a. 90% c. 98%
b. 95% d. 100%

14. When the owner hires an Architect of a firm to coordinate the whole range of Comprehensive Architectural
Services, it shall constitute?
a. Design-Build c. Project Management
b. Labor Supervision d. Construction Service

15. The approved form of security furnished by the Contractor as a guarantee of good faith on the part of the
contractor to execute the work in accordance with terms of the Contract.
a. Guarantee Bond c. Performance Bond
b. Surety Bond d. Payment Bond

16. The list of instructions stipulating the manner on how bids are to be prepared and conditions for the award of
contract is:
a. Bid Bulletin c. Instruction to Bidders
b. Bid Proposal d. General Conditions

17. Comprehensive Planning is one of the activities that fall under:

a. Construction Services c. Specialized Allied Services
b. Design Services d. Post Construction Services

18. Which of the following describes a bid bulletin?

a. Instruction on bid preparation and contract award.
b. Additional information issued prior to bidding date.
c. Procedural/ administrative aspects of contract.
d. Type and trade names of materials.

19. Stipulation of the use of specific products or process without provision for substitution is a
a. Bill of materials c. Manufacturer’s specification
b. Closed Specifications d. Open specifications

20. Within how many days from the date a change is ordered shall any claim for adjustment involving questions of
facts be asserted?
a. 5 c. 15
b. 10 d. 30

21. Which of the following does not constitute the post-construction services of the architect?
a. Post-construction evaluation c. Building/ equipment maintenance
b. Building/ ground administration d. Real property evaluation
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22. The minimum basic fee of parking structure with a project construction cost of 50 million and less if the
architect provides Detailed Architectural and Engineering Design Services (DAEDS) is:
a. 5% c. 8%
b. 7% d. 10%

23. A statement from the Architect confirming the amount of money due the contractor for work accomplished is a:
a. Certificate of Completion c. Certificate of Approval
b. Certificate of Payment d. Billing Statement

24. In a typical Owner-Architect Agreement, who is responsible for payment of surveys, soil explorations, and
laboratory fees?
a. Contractor c. Architect
b. Structural Engineer d. Owner

25. The minimum fee per appearance of an architect when rendering services as an expert witness shall be:
a. Php 2,000.00 c. Php 750.00
b. Php 5,000.00 d. Php 1,000.00

26. The minimum basic fee for laboratories with Project Construction Cost of P50 million and less if the architect
provides Detailed Architectural and Engineering Design Services (DAEDS) is:
a. 6% c. 8%
b. 7% d. 10%

27. The minimum basic fee for supermarkets with a project construction cost of P50 Million and less if the architect
provides Detailed Architectural and Engineering Design Services (DAEDS) is:
a. 6% c. 8%
b. 7% d. 10%

28. Preparation of shop drawings is the sole function of the:

a. Architect c. Full time supervisor
b. Project Manager d. Contractor

29. The minimum basic fee for retail stores with project construction cost of P50 Million and less if the architect
provides Detailed Architectural Design Services (DADS) is:
a. 3.6% c. 8%
b. 6% d. 10%

30. Additional information on contract documents issued to bidders before date of bidding is:
a. Supplementary Documents c. Instruction to Bidders
b. Bid Bulletin d. Addendum

31. The fee for the Architect for Design-Build Services by Administration aside from his fee for the regular design
services is:
a. 6% c. 8%
b. 7% d. 10%

32. The minimum basic fee of publishing plants with a project construction cost of P50 Million and less if the
architect provides Detailed Architectural and Engineering Design Services (DAEDS) is:
a. 6% c. 8%
b. 7% d. 10%
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33. Additional information which may be used as an addition or amendment to the provisions of the standard
specifications are:
a. Supplementary specifications c. Bid bulletin
b. Special provisions d. Auxiliary Information

34. The minimum basic fee of mausoleums if the architect provides Detailed Architectural and Design Services
(DADS) is of Project Construction Cost.
c. 6.5% c. 8%
d. 7.5% d. 12%

35. In repetitive construction of similar buildings (Group 6), what percent of the Recommended Professional Fee is
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charged on the 4 and succeeding buildings?
a. 20% c. 40%
b. 30% d. 60%

36. Which of the following describes the lump sum or fixed fee method?
a. Related to size and type of project.
b. Applies generally to government projects.
c. Applicable only to pre-design services.
d. Most commonly used in ASEAN.

37. Other function of an Architect?

a. Project Manager c. Manufacturer
b. Fabricator d. Supplier

38. You were commissioned to do a Master Plan. What should you do first?
a. Study the existing laws c. Coordinate with the local government for tracing of history
b. Survey the location d. Direct all Department heads

39. What architectural services involves total planning that encompasses social, physical and environmental
factors?
a. Physical planning c. Comprehensive Architectural Services
b. Comprehensive Planning d. Environmental Planning

40. It is the most common method of compensation which is also fair to both client and architect.
a. Multiple of Direct Personnel Expense
b. Professional Fee plus Expenses
c. Percentage Fee Method
d. Lump Sum

41. Mr. Juan Zubiri commissioned you for a restaurant project last year. Due to the success of the restaurant, he
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wants you to do a 2 restaurant using the same design. What would be your fee?
a. 60% of Recommended Prof. Fee c. 30% of Recommended Prof. Fee
b. 50% of Recommended Prof. Fee d. 40% of Recommended Prof. Fee

42. An architect was commissioned for a project amounting to P3,500,000.00 including 12% VAT. How much would
it be without VAT?
a. P3,080,000.00 c. P2,870,000.00
b. 3,208,833.33 d. P3,125,000.00

43. For the above, how much would be his tax (Withholding Tax) to the government?
a. P308,000.00 c. P287,000.00
b. P320,833.33 d. P312,500.00
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44. If the owner continuously order changes to the design, what methods of compensation should be used?
a. Lump Sum c. Percentage Fee and Cost Method
b. MDPE and Percentage Fee d. Per Diem and MDPE

45. If an architect performs full time supervision, what is his professional fee?
a. 1 – 1.5% c. 2 – 3%
b. 2 – 2.5% d. 3 - 3.5%

46. Which among the following should the architect’s fee not be based?
a. Client’s profile directory c. Contractor’s fee
b. Project Construction Cost d. Labor Cost

47. A client wanted your services for his new house with a total project cost of Three Million (3,000,000.00) pesos.
Will the percentage of your fee change if the client decides to postpone the project for the following year?
a. Yes, because the cost will increase.
b. Yes, because it will lengthen your responsibility.
c. Both a and b
d. No, it will be the same.

48. An architect makes a miniature model of the project for his own design study. Who should pay for it?
a. PM c. Architect
b. Owner d. Contractor

49. You have been chosen as architect of a complex project for a big corporation, during the design client (CEO of
the Corp.) cannot comprehend the design. A model was being made by the architect to better present the
concept clearly, to whom can the architect charge the fabrication of the model?
a. The corporation should shoulder the cost of the model to be paid after contract document phase.
b. The CEO should be responsible to the cost of the model because he is the one requesting the fabrication of
such.
c. The cost of the model is incorporated into the PF of the Architect.
d. The contractor should be the one to pay for the cost of the model after the contract document phase.

50. Who determines time and cost for the project?

a. Project Manager c. Owner
b. Construction Manager d. Architect

51. Who gives the directive to start the project?

a. Project Manager c. Owner
b. Construction Manager d. Architect

52. Who is responsible for the additional full-time supervisor in the project?
a. Project Manager c. Owner
b. Construction Manager d. Architect

53. Who is responsible for the soil investigation of the project?

a. Contractor c. Owner
b. Structural Engineer d. Architect

54. As per 2010 SPP, how many sets of plans are to be given/ submitted to the owner?
a. 5 c. 7
b. 6 d. 8
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55. PRC stands for?

a. Philippines Regulation Commission c. Professional Regulatory Commission
b. Philippines Regulatory Commission d. Professional Regulation Commission

56. What is the difference between RA 545 and RA 9266 in terms of architectural practice?
a. Two-years diversified experience c. Corporate practice
b. Structural Conceptualization d. Authorship of documents

57. Plans, models and perspectives are?

a. Instruments of service c. Contract documents
b. Presentation documents d. Project requirements

58. What do you call Working Drawings, Specifications, Estimates and General Conditions?
a. Construction drawings c. Project Manual
b. Contract Documents d. Project Requirements

59. An architect refuses to give the original plan to the Owner. Why?
a. The Owner is entitled only to the blueprint.
b. The Architect’s work is covered by intellectual property rights/ law.
c. In order to prevent the Owner from making duplicates and/ or constructing without his knowledge.
d. All of the above.

60. You had a residential project for a client. The construction did not push through because unfortunately the
Client died. The brother of the Client who had a similar lot at the same subdivision decided to use the same
plans for the construction of his house. What will you do?
a. Forgive and Forget c. File a case with the PRC
b. Inform the Mayor d. File a case in court

61. Before submitting sketches to a client, what must the architect first do?
a. Sign a service agreement c. Discuss board for presentation
b. Bill for down payment d. Prepare the probable construction cost

62. A person found preparing architectural plans without the necessary license is guilty of what?
a. Misdemeanor c. Malpractice
b. Illegal practice d. Misrepresentation

63. What offense is committed when an architect is found using the seal of another architect?
a. Misdemeanor c. Malpractice
b. Illegal practice d. Misrepresentation

64. The PRC will not issue the Certificate of Registration to a successful examinee if he commits one of the
following:
a. Sign his signature in a project that he didn’t design.
b. Fraudulent act
c. Unethical practice by competing with other architect.
d. Immoral Act

65. If an architect wants to register a “single proprietorship” firm, where will he register?
a. DTI and SEC c. SEC and PRC
b. DTI and PRC d. DTI, SEC and PRC
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66. Two best friends decided to form an architectural company one year after becoming licensed and registered
architects. They decided to ask their other friend who is a licensed interior designer to form part of their
company. How much should each of the two architects contribute equally to the company stocks?
a. 50% c. 33.33%
b. 37.5% d. 25%

67. A Japanese student studying architecture in the Philippines would like to undertake the architectural board
exam. In what condition is he allowed to take the exam?
a. He cannot take the exam since he is not a Filipino citizen.
b. He should at least stayed for ten years in the Philippines.
c. His high school curriculum should be compared/ checked to see if his education abroad is similar to that of
the Philippines.
d. Reciprocity

68. Aside from the people and country, who does the architect give supreme oath to?
a. Client c. God
b. Contractors d. Colleagues

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69. Allan, a 5 year architecture student is commissioned by Mr. and Mrs. ABC to design a house. Allan had the
plans signed by his professor, Architect Santos. Who is unethical?
a. Architect Santos c. Mr. and Mrs. ABC
b. Allan d. Architect Santos and Allan

70. A recent graduate of a BS in Architecture course is asked and contracted by his aunt who financed his studies to
design a 2 storey residence for her. After the graduate finished preparing all the architectural plans, he asked his
former professor to sign and seal it. The professor agrees to do it for a sum of Php 6,000.00. Is there anything
wrong with this practice?
a. No, since the professor agreed anyway.
b. Yes, because he is not yet capable of preparing plans.
c. No, since he is only returning the favor.
d. Yes, because the preparation was not supervised by the professor.

71. What is the foremost role of an architect with regards to his client?
a. Employee c. Adviser
b. Mediator d. Design Consultant

72. When is the time when the Owner can get replacement for his Architect?
a. Immediately without notifying the first architect.
b. Immediately after terminating the services of the first architect.
c. Within 15 days after terminating the services of the first architect.
d. After terminating the services of the first architect and paying all obligations.

73. A very discreet client has you chosen as the architect of his new project. Midway through the design phase,
another architect has claimed that he was the rightful designer of the project and he was being consulted by the
clients long before your agreement with the said client has taken place. Knowing about the discreet nature of
the client, what should you do to settle this dispute?
a. Suspend the project immediately and let the owner settle his matter with the former architect.
b. Continue the project; ignore the other architect without giving another thought.
c. Continue the project but help the owner in settlement with the third party.
d. Suspend the project and help the owner settle with the third party first.

74. Under what plan will you find the sprinkler, smoke proof, etc.?
a. Fire Safety Plan c. Mechanical Plan
b. Fire Protection Plan d. Sanitary Plan
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75. The owner likes a particular bidder. The bidder is delayed and fails to beat the deadline. What factors can be
considered so that he can still join the bid?
a. Reschedule bidding c. Continue bidding but declare no winner
b. Declare failure of bidding d. Nothing

76. If the owner wants to change the estimated cost after awarding to a winning bidder due to economic basis,
what should he do?
a. Change architect c. Change order
b. Revise scope of contract d. Organize another bidding

77. When should a Building Operations Manual (BOM) be submitted to the Owner by the Contractor?
a. 30 days after issuance of Certificate of Occupancy.
b. As soon as the owner asks for it and all billings paid.
c. As soon as the building is finished and ready for occupancy.
d. Before final payment is made.

78. In what instance do several architects submit design proposals at the same time?
a. Referral c. Comparative Selection
b. Direct Hiring d. Design Competition

79. Stage in Comparative Selection where Architects and/ or PRC-registered Architectural Firms (AFs) submit
information regarding their qualification and expertise.
a. Pre-qualification c. Verification
b. Negotiation d. Evaluation and Ranking

80. In Comparative Selection, the Client issues an invitation which includes the for the project which is
based on the Design Brief prepared by another Architect.
a. Organizational Structure c. Terms of Reference
b. Architectural Program d. Tender Documents

81. These preliminary studies involve the procurement, analysis and use of secondary information gathered for the
project to aid the Client in early decision-making.
a. Feasibility Studies c. Architectural Research
b. Pre-feasibility Studies d. Architectural Programming

82. The technique is applied in the cost management process to minimize the negative effect of simplified
operations associated with many cost-reduction programs. The goal is to achieve an unimpaired program at
minimum cost.
a. Construction Management c. PERT-CPM
b. Project Management d. Management Value

83. Under this services, the Architect states the project terms of reference (ToR) including the concept, objectives
and other necessary requirements to bid out architectural services (whether public or private).
a. Design Brief Preparation c. Architectural Programming
b. Promotional Services d. Space Management Studies

84. For Pre-Design Services, the Architect can render services in any of the following ways:
i. As an individual architect
ii. Architect’s own staff
iii. Sub-contracting
iv. By Association, consultation or networking
a. i, ii and iii c. ii, iii and iv
b. i, ii and iv d. i, iii and iv
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85. The multiplier for Multiple of Direct Personnel Expenses ranges from 1.5 to 2.5 depending on the following;
i. Office set-up and overhead
ii. Experience of the architect
iii. Complexity of the project
iv. Professional status of the architect
a. i, ii and iii c. ii, iii and iv
b. i, ii and iv d. i, iii and iv

86. For these particular activities, the Architect as agent of the Owner may be paid on a per diem and honorarium
basis plus out-of-pocket expenses such as but not limited to travel, accommodations, and subsistence.
i. Attending project-related meetings, conferences or trips
ii. Long-distance phone calls, internet connections and communications
iii. Conducting ocular inspection of possible project sites
iv. Conferring with others regarding prospective investments or ventures and the like
a. i, ii and iii c. ii, iii and iv
b. i, ii and iv d. i, iii and iv

87. A foreign architect practicing architecture in the Philippines for projects on Philippine soil must first secure a
and a work permit from the Department of Labor and Employment (DoLE) and must work
in collaboration with a local counterpart Architect who is a Registered and Licensed Architect (RLA) under
Philippine law.
a. Foreigner’s Professional Liability Insurance c. Foreign practice permit
b. Temporary / Special permit d. Foreign Professional permit

88. Under Project Definition Phase, the Architect:

i. Consults with the Owner to ascertain the conceptual framework and related requirements of the
project, and confirms such requirements with him
ii. Gathers relevant information and data leading to the definition of the requirements of the project,
including the scope of the Architect’s services.
iii. Reviews and refines the owner’s space requirements and translates them into an architectural
program
iv. Prepares an initial statement of probable construction cost
a. i, ii and iii c. ii, iii and iv
b. i, ii and iv d. i, ii, iii and iv

89. For competitive bids/ procurements, the Architect furnishes complete sets of the Bid Documents for purposes
of bidding in as many sets as may be required to conduct a successful bidding. What happens to the documents
once the bidding is completed?
a. Retained by the bidders since they have paid the cost for these.
b. Returned to the Architect since they are the intellectual property of the Architect.
c. Retained by the bidders for future reference.
d. Returned to the Client since they are the property of the Client.

90. The Certificate constitute a certification to the Client that the work has progressed to the state indicated and
that to his best knowledge, the quality of work performed by the Contractor is in accordance with the Contract
Documents.
a. Certificate of Completion c. Certificate of Acceptance
b. Certificate of Payment d. Certificate of Work Progress

91. Under Regular Design Services, reimbursable expenses include transportation, housing and living allowance of
Consultant, transportation, per diem, housing and living allowance of local consultants and technical staff if
assigned to places over km. from area of operation of the Architect.
a. 50 c. 150
b. 100 d. 200
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92. This method of compensation is frequently used where there is continuing relationship involving a series of
Projects. It establishes a fixed sum over and above the reimbursement for the Architect’s technical time and
overhead.
a. Discounted rate c. Lump Sum or Fixed Fee
b. Professional Fee + expenses d. Per Diem

93. The Owner shall pay for the design and consulting services on the following specialty systems which may be
required for the project except:
a. Acoustic c. Electronic
b. Communication d. Mechanical

94. A per diem plus traveling and living expenses shall be chargeable to the Owner whenever the Architect or his
duly authorized representative is required to perform services at a locality beyond kilometers (air,
straight line or radial distance) from his established office as it appears in the Architect’s letterhead.
a. 50 c. 150
b. 100 d. 200

95. When the Owner fails to implement the plans and documents for construction as prepared by the Architect, the
Architect is entitled to receive as compensation the sum corresponding to of the Architect’s fee.
a. 85% c. 95%
b. 90% d. 65%

96. If portions of the building/s are erected at different periods of time, thus increasing the construction period and
Architect’s burden of services, charges pertaining to services rendered during the Construction Phase shall be
adjusted proportionately. When the suspension of construction exceeds a period of months, the fee for
the remaining works shall be doubled.
a. 3 c. 9
b. 6 d. 10

97. The cost of materials used and the labor for their installation are part of the Project Construction Cost. If these
items are furnished by the Owner below its market cost, how will the cost of material and labor be computed?
a. Based on acquisition cost c. Based on estimate of Architect
b. Based on current fair market value d. Based on Contractor’s bid

98. Refers to the orderly arrangement within a piece of land or property on which vertical structures such as
buildings, monuments and the like, as well as horizontal developments such as rights-of-way (ROWs), open
spaces and activity spaces are to be proposed.
a. Urban Design c. Physical Planning
b. Urban Planning d. Site Development Planning

99. The Architect in this area of practice recommends the systematic process of ensuring that a building structure’s
array of systems is planned, designed, installed and tested to perform according to the design intent and the
building’s operational needs.
a. Building Environment Certification c. Building Systems Design
b. Building Testing and Commissioning d. Forensic Architecture

100. What is the minimum basic fee if an architect is commissioned to design a School not exceeding P50 million
if the architect provides Detailed Architectural and Engineering Design Services (DAEDS)?
a. 6% c. 8%
b. 3.5% d. 10%