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MST - Professional Practice P1

Total questions: 115

Worksheet time: 58mins

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1.

Once an architect is duly registered, membership in the United Architects of the Philippines is _____

a)

Required

b)

Discretionary

c)

Automatic

d)

Optional

2.

What is required of agencies or organizations that secure the services of a foreign professional authorized by law to practice in the Philippines?

a)

Secure a special permit from PRC and DOLE

b)

Secure a work visa from the Bureau of Immigration

c)

Apply for a work visa from the Department of Foreign Affairs

d)

Register the person with the SEC

3.

What is required of architects before performing any service, otherwise they shall be guilty of a 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 individuals 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 legal provision must be incorporated into all contract documents and other instruments of service prepared by 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

6.

All architectural plans, designs, specifications, drawings, and architectural documents relative to the construction of a building shall bear the _____ only of an architect registered and licensed under R.A. No. 9266 together with his/her professional identification card number and the date of its expiration.

a)

Sign

b)

Seal

c)

Sign and Seal

d)

Sign and PTR

7.

In the event of refusal to issue a certificate for any reason, the Board shall give the applicant a written statement setting forth the reasons for such action, which statement shall be incorporated in the record of the Board: Provided, however, That registration shall not be refused and a name shall not be removed from the roster of architects on conviction for a ________ or for an offense which should not, in the opinion of the Board, either from the nature of the offense or from the circumstances of the case, disqualify a person from practicing under R.A. No. 9266.

a)

Political offense

b)

Moral turpitude

c)

Misdemeanor

d)

All of the above

8.

All disputes, claims, and questions subject to _____ shall be settled in accordance with the provisions of the UAP document.

a)

Out of court settlement

b)

Arbitration

c)

Small court claims

d)

All of the above

9.

The Architect shall not use ______ nor use self-laudatory, exaggerated, or misleading publicity. However, the presentation of factual materials, verbal or visual, of the aims, standards, and progress of the profession through literature or by industrious application of his work and services which tend to dignify the profession or advance public knowledge of the Architect’s function in society may be presented through any public communication media.

a)

Solicitation

b)

Power

c)

Paid advertisement

d)

None of the above

10.

The architect shall not solicit free ______ or other technical services from manufacturers or suppliers of building materials or equipment when these are accompanied by an obligation detrimental to the best interest of the Client, or which may adversely affect the Architect’s professional opinion.

a)

Materials

b)

Labor

c)

Professional engineering/allied design

d)

All of the above

11.

When the suspension of construction exceeds a period of ___ months, the fee for the remaining works shall be doubled.

a)

1

b)

3

c)

6

d)

12

12.

An architect registered and licensed under R.A. No. 9266, who is directly and professionally responsible for the total design of the project for the client and who shall assume civil liability for the plans, specifications, and contract documents he/she has signed and sealed.

a)

Architect in charge of construction

b)

Local counterpart

c)

Foreign consultant

d)

Architect of record

13.

The architect whose sign and seal appears on the contract documents.

a)

Architect in charge of construction

b)

Local counterpart

c)

Foreign consultant

d)

Architect of record

14.

An architect registered and licensed under R.A. No. 9266, who is directly and professionally responsible and liable for the construction supervision of the project.

a)

Architect in charge of construction

b)

Local counterpart

c)

Foreign consultant

d)

Architect of record

15.

He shall assume civil liabilities for the plans, specifications, and contract documents.

a)

Architect of Record

b)

Architect in Charge of Construction

c)

Consulting Architect

d)

Architect

16.

Professionally responsible and liable for the construction supervision of the project.

a)

Architect of Record

b)

Architect in Charge of Construction

c)

Consulting Architect

d)

Architect

17.

Who is the professional and academically qualified architect with specialization?

a)

Architect of Record

b)

Architect in Charge of Construction

c)

Consulting Architect

d)

Architect

18.

A group of professionals in architecture and allied professions, incorporated with architects for the purpose of delivering professional service in architecture and allied professions.

a)

Architectural company

b)

Architectural corporation

c)

Sole proprietorship

d)

Partnership

19.

A juridical entity, synonymous with architectural partnership.

a)

Architectural company

b)

Architectural corporation

c)

Sole proprietorship

d)

Partnership

20.

Duly signed and sealed by the corresponding professionals, the plans and specifications shall be submitted together with the duly notarized application for a building permit.

a)

Special Permit

b)

Ancillary Permit

c)

Building Permit

d)

Accessory Permit

21.

A natural or juridical, duly licensed, registered and/or duly accredited by the Commission who possesses the appropriate knowledge and skills, training, and relevant experience.

a)

Architectural firm

b)

Consortium or association

c)

Professional consulting architect

d)

Consulting Architectural firm

22.

This refers only to a Philippine-registered and licensed architect (RLA) and a member in good standing of the IAPOA; also, a RLA specializing in any or several branch/es of the State-regulated profession of architecture as defined under R.A. No. 9266 and its derivative regulations.

a)

Architectural firm

b)

Consortium or association

c)

Filipino professional consulting architect

d)

Professional architectural consulting services

23.

An architectural firm, in collaboration with a foreign architect.

a)

Architectural firm

b)

Consortium or association

c)

Filipino professional consulting architect

d)

Professional architectural consulting services

24.

Services rendered by architectural firms or consulting architects.

a)

Architectural firm

b)

Consortium or association

c)

Filipino professional consulting architect

d)

Professional architectural consulting services

25.

Architectural corporation duly registered with SEC or a single proprietorship duly registered with DTI, and likewise registered with PRC and BOA to perform state-regulated architectural services, such as professional architectural consulting services.

a)

Architectural firm

b)

Consortium or association

c)

Filipino professional consulting architect

d)

Consulting architectural firm

26.

Issued by the Building Official for very special functions or uses, which are indicated in the plans and specifications, such as vaults and swimming pools.

a)

Special Permit

b)

Ancillary Permit

c)

Building Permit

d)

Accessory Permit

27.

What section of RA 9266 addresses the ownership of plans, specifications, and other contract documents?

a)

Sec. 30

b)

Sec. 31

c)

Sec. 32

d)

Sec. 33

28.

Who performs soil investigation on site?

a)

Geodetic Engineer

b)

Architect

c)

Geotechnical Engineer

d)

Civil Engineer

29.

The appointed building official shall be a duly registered _____

a)

Architect

b)

Engineer

c)

Architect or Engineer

d)

Architect and Engineer

30.

What does CPD stand for?

a)

Certified Professional Developer

b)

Continuing Professional Development

c)

Central Procurement Division

d)

Customs Processing Department

31.

What is the necessary requirement before practicing architecture?

a)

Diversified architectural experience

b)

Oath taking

c)

Board exam passing

d)

Graduate degree

32.

Directly and professionally responsible for the total design of the project for the client.

a)

Architect of Record

b)

Project Architect

c)

Design Consultant

d)

Lead Designer

33.

The act of conceiving, choosing, and developing the type, disposition, arrangement, and proportioning of the structural elements.

a)

Conceptualization

b)

Structural Conceptualization

c)

Architectural Planning

d)

Engineering Design

34.

RA 9266 was approved when?

a)

February 14, 2000

b)

March 17, 2004

c)

January 25, 2005

d)

December 10, 2003

35.

Design-Build service is what SPP document?

a)

205

b)

206

c)

207

d)

208

36.

What should be provided first before rendering a service to a client?

a)

Service agreement

b)

Sketches

c)

Contract agreement

d)

Design concept

37.

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)

5 years

38.

In RA 9266, it refers to an act or behavior that gravely violates the sentiment or accepted standards of the community?

a)

Moral authority

b)

Moral behavior

c)

Moral turpitude

d)

NOTA

39.

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

40.

The Architect-in-charge of Construction is responsible to the owner on what matter?

a)

Administrative matter

b)

Technical matter

c)

Design matter

d)

Construction matter

41.

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

42.

Who shall accredit the Continuing Professional Development providers?

a)

IAPOA

b)

PRBOA

c)

CHED

d)

CODHASP

43.

Under the new CPD Law, Architects who wish to renew their licenses must acquire how many CPD units every three years cycle?

a)

15 units in 2024, 20 units in 2025, 30 units in 2026, and 45 units annually from 2027 onward.

b)

20 units in 2024, 25 units in 2025, 35 units in 2026, and 50 units annually from 2027 onward.

c)

15 units in 2023, 25 units in 2024, 30 units in 2025, and 45 units annually from 2026 onward.

d)

10 units in 2024, 15 units in 2025, 25 units in 2026, and 40 units annually from 2027 onward.

44.

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

45.

The 'Architecture Act of 2004':

a)

RA 9266

b)

RA 9662

c)

RA 545

d)

PD 49

46.

This is not a reason for refusal of registration and removal of name from the 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

47.

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

48.

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

49.

A foreign architect can practice in the Philippines provided that it must have.

a)

Local Counterpart

b)

Visa

c)

Project

d)

License from his country

50.

The Architect of Record is on the building that he designed?

a)

Liable

b)

Charged

c)

Penalized

d)

Fined

51.

What would you do if you found out that your client has reproduced your drawings and used them for another project?

a)

Ask for a pay

b)

File a case at PRC

c)

File a case in court

d)

Forgive and forget

52.

As government architect-of-record, he shall collect from the concerned national or local agency, including Government-Owned and Controlled Corporations (GOCCs), an incentive pay to cover civil liabilities in the equivalent amount of ________.

a)

1.5% of PCC

b)

10% of PCC

c)

Collect your salary

d)

5% of PCC

53.

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 a misdemeanor and charged in court by the Commission and shall, upon conviction, be 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

54.

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 a misdemeanor and is sentenced to a fine of not less than ________.

a)

Php 100,000.00

b)

Php 200,000.00

c)

Php 1,000,000.00

d)

Php 2,000,000.00

55.

Fine amount for an act of malpractice in 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

56.

As per Supplemental IRR of RA 9266, Standards of Professional Practice, what is the basis for 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)

Contract Documents

57.

What is not true in the 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 needs to be RA in their country

c)

Satisfy all prerequisites

d)

Submit all relevant documents

58.

An unlicensed graduate of BS Architecture is commissioned by his brother to design a Five-Storey Residence. He asks an RLA to sign and seal it. The RLA agrees to do it for a sum of Php 500,000 and then changes his mind and files a case instead. Is there anything wrong? If yes, who will be liable for the case?

a)

No, it is legal under RA 9266

b)

Yes, the student is liable for doing it

c)

Nothing is wrong because it's not constructed yet

d)

Unlicensed graduate and brother of the project

59.

An unlicensed graduate of BS Architecture is commissioned by his brother to design a Five-Storey Residence. He asks an RLA to sign and seal it. The RLA agrees to do it for a sum of Php 500,000 and then changes his mind and files a case instead. What is the case, if ever?

a)

Guilty of Misdemeanor

b)

Cheating

c)

Illegal practice

d)

Estafa

60.

An unlicensed graduate of BS Architecture is commissioned by his brother to design a Five-Storey Residence. He asks an RLA to sign and seal it. The RLA agrees to do it for a sum of Php 500,000 and then changes his mind and files a case instead. Where should the RLA file the case?

a)

Court of law

b)

PRC

c)

Barangay

d)

Municipal government

61.

In Reciprocity agreement, Filipino architects are allowed in other countries to?

a)

Practice even without exam

b)

Be registered as professionals

c)

Practice the profession

d)

All of the above

62.

What is the scope of services that the architect in charge of construction is liable for?

a)

Quality Control

b)

Preparation of Daily Inspection Reports / Filing of documents

c)

Evaluation of Construction Work

d)

All of the above

63.

What is the percentage of engineers in a Design Corporation with an architect?

a)

75%

b)

25%

c)

50%

d)

None of the choices

64.

The members of the Board shall hold office for a term of how many years?

a)

1

b)

6

c)

2

d)

3

65.

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

66.

In RA 9266, what Section does ownership of plans, specifications, and other contract documents fall?

a)

Section 23

b)

Section 33

c)

Section 50

d)

Section 1

67.

In RA 9266, what section does Reciprocity Requirement fall?

a)

Section 27

b)

Section 43

c)

Section 25

d)

Section 3

68.

What section in RA 9266 states the Prohibition in the Practice of Architecture?

a)

Section 30

b)

Section 36

c)

Section 42

d)

None of the above

69.

What section in RA 9266 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

70.

What section in RA 9266 states the Integration of the Architecture Profession?

a)

Section 45

b)

Section 11

c)

Section 40

d)

None of the above

71.

If a family of architects and engineers plans to set up an architectural company to cater to architectural services, what percentage of share should the architect have?

a)

75%

b)

85%

c)

70%

d)

90%

72.

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

73.

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 it

c)

Yes, the architect is liable for this project

d)

All the parties are liable

74.

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. What is the case if ever?

a)

Guilty of Misdemeanor

b)

Estafa

c)

Stealing

d)

There is no case

75.

Who provides Continuing Professional Education (CPE)?

a)

IAPOA

b)

UAP

c)

PRC

d)

PIA

76.

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

77.

Under RA 9266, 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

78.

How much is the fine for being guilty of a misdemeanor in the practice of Architecture?

a)

₱50,000 - ₱100,000

b)

₱100,000 - ₱5,000,000

c)

₱200,000

d)

None of the choices

79.

How many years of imprisonment for being guilty of a 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

80.

Who is responsible for the implementation of RA 9266?

a)

PRBOA

b)

DPWH

c)

OBO

d)

PRC

81.

Who provides Continuing Professional Education (CPE)?

a)

President

b)

UAP

c)

Mayor

d)

None of the above

82.

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

83.

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

84.

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

85.

What Section in RA 9266 states the Enforcement of the Act?

a)

Section 22

b)

Section 33

c)

Section 7

d)

Section 44

86.

What section in RA 9266 states the Definition of Terms?

a)

Section 2

b)

Section 5

c)

Section 3

d)

Section 24

87.

What section in RA 9266 states the Powers and Functions of the Board?

a)

Section 12

b)

Section 2

c)

Section 17

d)

Section 7

88.

What section in RA 9266 states the Continuing Professional Development (CPD)?

a)

Section 15

b)

Section 22

c)

Section 21

d)

Section 28

89.

What section in RA 9266 states the Prohibition in the Practice of Architecture and Penal Clause?

a)

Section 15

b)

Section 22

c)

Section 20

d)

Section 29

90.

What section in RA 9266 states the Liability of Representatives of Non-Registered Persons?

a)

Section 15

b)

Section 31

c)

Section 20

d)

Section 29

91.

What is the UAP-IAOA SPP document that deals with architects' allied services?

a)

204

b)

205

c)

202

d)

203

92.

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 13 (3)

b)

Section 14 (4)

c)

Section 13 (4)

d)

Section 14 (3)

93.

What is the specific provision of RA9266 stating that architectural interiors is one of the scopes 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)

94.

What is the provision of RA9266 that states structural design is one of the subjects in LEA?

a)

Section 13 (2)

b)

Section 14 (3)

c)

Section 13 (4)

d)

Section 14 (2)

95.

What does not apply to structural conceptualization regarding structural elements as defined in RA9266?

a)

Strength

b)

Arrangement

c)

Type

d)

Proportion

96.

This analytical problem-seeking process will lead to the statement and identification of both horizontal and vertical requirements in offering a solution. It incorporates a space program with characterizations of the envisioned spaces such as ambiance, cost range, etc.

a)

Space planning

b)

Architectural research

c)

Space management

d)

Architectural programming

97.

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.

a)

Space planning

b)

Architectural research

c)

Space management

d)

Architectural programming

98.

The Architect in this area of practice conceives, chooses, and develops the type, disposition, arrangement, and proportioning of the structural elements of an architectural work, giving due consideration to safety, cost-effectiveness, functionality, and aesthetics.

a)

Structural conceptualization

b)

Building testing and commissioning

c)

Building components

d)

Building appraisal

99.

This entails the formulation of site criteria, assistance to the Client in site evaluation as well as analysis to determine the most appropriate site/s for a proposed project or building program.

a)

Site selection and analysis

b)

Site utilization and land use

c)

Site development planning

d)

Site and physical planning services

100.

An analysis of the space requirements of the project based on organizational structure and functional set-up pinpoints linkages and interaction of spaces.

a)

Architectural programming

b)

Space planning

c)

Space management studies

d)

Space allocation

101.

Best way to approach an architect during Pre-design services.

a)

Contract signing

b)


Consultation

c)


Email

d)

Formal proposal

102.

In this selection process, the Architect explains his methodology in translating the plan and design requirements of the proposed project.

a)

Verification

b)

Evaluation and Ranking

c)


Pre-qualification

d)

Interview

103.

Drawing usually done in the early stage of design?

a)

Preliminary sketches

b)

Conceptual design

c)

Design development

d)

Bidding

104.

As an Architect, what must be done in the 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

105.

An architect was commissioned by a friend to work on a townhouse project. The architect was specifically asked to prepare feasibility studies and marketing posters for the project. What type of services did the architect render for the project?

a)

Regular design services

b)

Construction services

c)

Pre-design services

d)

Post-construction services

106.

By comparative selection, the client selects the architect by ____.

a)

Pre-qualification

b)

Interview

c)

Evaluation and ranking

d)

Invitation of a company

107.

Any set of design drawing made to articulate a design concept is called ____.

a)

Presentation studies

b)

Preliminary sketches

c)

Exhibition drawings

d)

Exhibition drawings

108.

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)

Construction drawings

109.

Who pays the construction supervisor should the owner require during construction?

a)

Architect

b)

Owner

c)

Project manager

d)

Contractor

110.

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 fixed fee

c)

Multiple of direct expenses

d)

Professional fee plus expenses

111.

What should a prospective home builder/owner first do before proceeding with his/her project?

a)

Select his/her client

b)

Select his/her construction manager

c)

Prepares his/her budget

d)

Select his/her architect

112.

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

113.

Which of the process comes first?

a)

Prepare contract documents

b)

Sign a service agreement

c)

Prepare design development

d)

Submits design concept

114.

What stage of the process does the professional fee of the architect get 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

115.

What stage of the process does the probable cost of the project get 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