CHE Ethics Flashcards
(296 cards)
1
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What does the ‘Board’ refer to in the definition of the IRR of RA 9297?
A
Board of Examiners for Chemical Engineering
2
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What document may be issued by the Board of Chemical Engineering for advanced studies and major accomplishments?
A
Certificate of Recognition
3
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Who issues the valid certificate of registration and professional ID card for practicing chemical engineering?
A
The Professional Regulations Commission
4
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True or False: If a chemical engineer does not accept payment for services, he is not rendering ‘chemical engineering services’.
A
False
5
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True or False: The professional ID card of a chemical engineer can be renewed by PRC without compliance with Continuing Professional Education units.
A
False
6
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What may be considered an industrial plant?
A
Any entity that utilizes unit processes and unit operations
7
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What is an integrated national professional organization recognized by the Board and the Professional Regulations Commission called?
A
Accredited Professional Organization
8
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True or False: A PhD holder in chemical engineering who has not passed the licensure examination can automatically teach chemical engineering subjects.
A
False
9
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What is the PRC Modernization Act of 2000 referred to as?
A
RA 8981
10
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What is issued when a person is given a special permit to practice in their specialty field of chemical engineering?
A
Certificate of Recognition
11
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True or False: The chemical engineering profession is under the administrative control of the Professional Regulations Commission.
A
True
12
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Who nominates the members of the Board of Chemical Engineering?
A
Professional Regulations Commission
13
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True or False: One of the duties of the Board of Chemical Engineering is to administer the licensure examination.
A
True
14
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True or False: Members of the Chemical Engineering Board are not allowed to evaluate schools offering chemical engineering.
A
False
15
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True or False: The members of the Board of Chemical Engineering can issue subpoenas.
A
True
16
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What type of cases are the members of the Board of Chemical Engineering empowered to decide on?
A
Administrative cases
17
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Within how many days can decisions of the Board on cases filed before it be appealed?
A
15 days
18
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Who must authorize the design of the dry seal required of chemical engineers?
A
Board of Chemical Engineering
19
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True or False: A naturalized Filipino citizen can become a member of the Board of Chemical Engineering if he has practiced for at least 10 years.
A
False
20
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True or False: Plans and designs of an industrial plant must be stamped with the chemical engineer’s professional dry seal for approval.
A
True
21
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What is RA 9297 also known as?
A
Chemical Engineering Law of 2004
22
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Which of the following is not included in the practice of chemical engineering? A) estimation B) preparation of specifications C) chemical analysis D) teaching professional chemical engineering
A
D) teaching professional chemical engineering
23
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Which of the following is not included in the powers and duties of the Board of Chemical Engineering? A) supervise and regulate practice B) issue warrant of arrest C) prosecute criminal actions D) adopt official seal
A
B) issue warrant of arrest
24
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Who appoints the secretary of the Board of Chemical Engineering?
A
PRC
25
Which of the following can practice chemical engineering?
A) licensed and registered chemical engineers
B) industrial plants
C) all BSChE graduates
D) PICHE
A) licensed and registered chemical engineers
26
How many subjects does the licensure board examination for chemical engineering cover?
3 subjects
27
Did Jose Ang pass the ChE Board examination with the following scores: Physical and Chemical Principles 95%, General Engineering 49%, Chemical Engineering 89%?
Jose Ang failed.
28
Within how many days must the Board complete the correction of examination papers?
20 days
29
What is the age restriction for a BSChE graduate to take the ChE Board Examination?
No age restrictions
30
True or False: RA 9297 repealed RA 318.
True
31
Which statement is not true regarding the codes of ethics? A) based on human values B) learning right or wrong C) ground rules for conduct D) lists of guidelines
B) learning right or wrong
32
Which is among the duties and powers of the Chemical Engineering Regulatory Board? A) determines course syllabi B) inspects educational institutions C) issues subpoenas D) endorses actions against violators
B) inspects educational institutions
33
How many years comprise one term for members of the ChE Regulatory Board?
3 years
34
What is one objective for giving licensure examinations for qualified ChE applicants?
C) to test the overall knowledge and proficiency of the applicants
35
Who provides the compensation for members of the ChE Regulatory Board?
PRC
36
Which is not included in the Statement of Policy of the Chemical Engineering Law of 2004? A) ensure compliance B) reserve practice to Filipino citizens C) supervise and regulate D) none of the above
D) none of the above
37
Who appoints the members of the ChE Regulatory Board?
President of the country
38
What body is responsible for determining the contents of the ChE licensure examination?
ChE Regulatory Board
39
What is the general passing average for the ChE licensure examination?
70%
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Which is not a requirement for applicants intending to take the ChE Licensure Examination? A) good moral character B) B. S. ChE degree C) a citizen of the Philippines D) none of the above
D) none of the above
41
Which may be grounds for the revocation of a ChE license? A) tax evasion B) gross immorality C) acts of misrepresentation D) none of the above
D) none of the above
42
Which is not involved in the administration of the ChE Licensure Examination? A) PRC B) ChE Regulatory Board C) PICHE D) none of the above
C) PICHE
43
Which is not in accordance with the ChE Code of Ethics? A) self-laudatory advertisements B) review work upon consent C) uphold dignity D) none of the above
B) review work upon consent
44
What was the previous chemical engineering law repealed by the 2004 version?
RA 318
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A duly registered chemical engineer must hold which of the following? A) college diploma B) Professional Identification Card C) Certificate of Registration D) none of the above
D) none of the above
46
Potential members of the ChE Regulatory Board are nominated by which body?
PICHE
47
Correction of the ChE Licensure Examination papers must be completed within how many days from the last day of examination?
15 days
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True or False: Foreign chemical engineers may practice in the country if their country allows Filipino engineers to practice there.
True
49
What is the Chemical Engineering Law of 2004 also known as?
RA 9297
50
Who was the main proponent of the Chemical Engineering Law of 2004 in the Philippine Senate?
Aquilino Pimentel
51
Which activities are not included in the practice of chemical engineering? A) equipment design B) preparation of specifications C) teaching D) none of the above
D) none of the above
52
How many times is the ChE Licensure Examination officially given in a calendar year?
Twice
53
Which of the following may be exempt from registration as per the Chemical Engineering Law of 2004? A) foreign experts B) foreign professors C) those who passed the licensure exam D) none of the above
A) foreign experts
54
Which is not allowed to be brought to a ChE Licensure Examination? A) three textbooks B) bound reviewers C) ChE Handbook D) calculator
B) bound reviewers
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Which is allowed to be brought to a ChE Licensure Examination? A) pencils B) ballpen C) Periodic Table of Elements D) all of the above
A) pencils
56
What act created a patent office, prescribing its powers and duties?
RA 165
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Which among the following is allowed to be brought to a ChE Licensure Examination?
A) pencils
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An act creating a patent office, prescribing its powers and duties, regulating the issuance of patents, and appropriating funds therefore.
RA 165
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An act to provide for the registration and protection of trademarks, trade names, and service marks, defining unfair competition and false marking and providing remedies against the same.
RA 166
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Mark used in the sale and advertising of services to identify the services of one person and distinguish them from the services of others.
Service mark
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An act to provide standards for foods and drugs and to provide penalties for violations of the same.
RA 1655
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An act prescribing incentives and guarantees to investment in the Philippines creating the Board of Investment, appropriating funds therefore and for other purposes.
RA 166
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An act which amended some portions of RA 5186
RA 5455
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An act to invigorate the economic growth by granting certain incentives and exemptions to registered export producers, export traders and service exporters.
RA 6136
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An act providing for the fixing of maximum selling price of essential articles or commodities and creating the price control council.
RA 6124
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A presidential decree creating the Professional Regulation Commission and prescribing its powers and functions.
PD 223
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It protects the inventor from the illegal use of his invention.
Patent
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It is copying of one's written research without acknowledging the author.
Plagiarism
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It is the act regulating the practice of chemical engineering in the Philippines.
RA 9297
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The Chemical Engineering Law was signed on
May 13, 2004
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It is also known as the Toxic Substances and Hazardous Nuclear Wastes Control Act of 1990 is also known as
RA 6969
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Meeting of minds between two persons whereby one binds himself with respect to the other to give something or to render
Contract
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A juridical necessity to give, to do, or not to do.
Obligation
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Initial step in the formation of a contract.
Offer
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An act to integrate, coordinate, and intensify scientific and technological research and development and to foster invention to provide funds therefore.
RA 2067
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The person who uses an invention for profit without the permission of the inventor is known as
Infringer
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What government agency supervises the Bureau of Patents, Trademarks and Technology Transfer?
DTI
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A chemical engineer shall disclose all known or potential conflicts of interest to their clients by promptly informing them of any business association, interest or other circumstances which could influence or appear to influence their judgment of the quality of their services.
Absolutely true
79
A chemical engineer in public service, as a member of a government body or department, shall not participate in decisions with respect to professional services solicited or provided by them or their organizations in private engineering practices.
Absolutely true
80
A Chemical Engineer shall not accept allowances or commissions from suppliers, contractors and other entities dealing with clients or employers of the Chemical Engineer in connection with work for which the Chemical Engineer is responsible.
Absolutely true
81
A Chemical Engineer shall not disclose confidential information of the technical process to any present or former client or employer on which they serve.
Absolutely not true
82
A Chemical Engineer shall not complete, sign or seal plans and specifications that are not in conformance with chemical engineering standards. If the client or employer insists:
The Chemical Engineer shall notify the proper authorities and withdraw from further service on the project
83
Chemical engineers shall not accept outside employment.
Can accept, if not detrimental to their regular work and interest and if with permission from their employer.
84
Chemical engineers shall not use equipment, supplies, laboratory, or office facilities of an employer to carry on outside private practice.
Absolutely true
85
A chemical engineer shall not make public comments or statements in areas outside of his competence.
Absolutely true
86
Who enacted Chemical Engineering Law of 2004?
President
87
Who has the administrative control and supervision over the Board of Chemical Engineering?
President
88
How many Articles does RA 9297 contain?
5
89
How many persons composed the Board of Chemical Engineering?
3
90
Who recommends nominees to become Chairman and Members of the Board of Chemical Engineering to the President?
PICHE
91
What is an Order or Writ to secure the attendance of witnesses in connection with any administrative case before the Board of Chemical Engineering?
Subpoena
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What is an Order or Writ to secure the production of documents in connection with any administrative case before the Board of Chemical Engineering?
Subpoena Duces Tecum
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The decisions of the Board of Chemical Engineering for administrative cases filed against Chemical Engineers and firms employing Chemical Engineers may be appealed to the
PRC
94
The annual report on the proceedings and accomplishments during the year of the Board of Chemical Engineering are submitted to the
PRC
95
CPE stands for
Continuing Professional Education
96
Which one does not belong to the set of qualifications of the Board Chairman and Members?
A) A Filipino Citizen
97
Who appoints the Secretary of the Board of Chemical Engineering?
PRC
98
Who prescribes the dates and venues of the Chemical Engineering Licensure Examination?
PRC
99
Who conducts the Chemical Engineering Licensure Examination?
Board of Chemical Engineering
100
The relative weight of the Chemical Engineering subjects in the Licensure Examination is not less than
40%
101
A naturalized Filipino Citizen can apply for admission to the Chemical Engineering Examination.
True
102
(True or False) A naturalized Filipino Citizen can become a Chairman of the Board of Chemical Engineering
False
103
(True or False) The Board of Chemical Engineering may file a complaint against registered Chemical Engineer even without a complaint filed by any person.
True
104
Where shall the complaints against registered Chemical Engineers and firms employing Chemical Engineers be filed?
Secretary of the Board of Chemical Engineering
105
(True or False) A firm, partnership, corporation or association may be licensed and registered for the practice of chemical engineering.
False
106
Who shall keep a roster of all duly licensed and registered Chemical Engineers?
Board of Chemical Engineering
107
When was RA 9297 approved by President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo?
May 13, 2004
108
When did RA 9297 take effect?
May 29, 2004
109
Who adopts and promulgates the Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of R.A. No 9297?
Board of Chemical Engineering
110
Who approves the Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of R.A. No 9297?
PRC
111
What does the emblem of the official Seal of the Board of Chemical Engineering symbolize?
The sphere of practice in which the Chemical Engineering Profession is involved in and of the field it evolves around.
112
What is the lifetime (in years) of a Professional Identification Card?
Three (3)
113
To whom does the Board of Chemical Engineering or its authorized representative coordinate in the inspection of facilities, faculty, equipment and other aspects directly related to the Chemical Engineering program of educational institutions?
CHED
114
What is the existing integrated and accredited national organization of registered Chemical Engineers?
Philippine Institute of Chemical Engineers, Inc.
115
(True or False) The existing integrated and accredited national organization of registered Chemical Engineers is a profit and stock corporation.
False
116
When and where was the IRR of RA No. 9297 done?
November 17, 2004, Manila City, Philippines
117
When was the IRR of RA No. 9297 published in the Official Gazette?
January 10, 2005
118
The effective date of IRR of RA No. 9297 was on
January 26, 2005
119
When and where was the Code of Ethics adopted?
January 14, 1985, Manila City, Philippines
120
(True or False) The Chemical Engineer shall not review the work of another Chemical Engineer for the same employer without the prior knowledge and consent of such Chemical Engineer who is not employed anymore by such employer.
False
121
(True or False) The Chemical Engineer shall not review the work of another Chemical Engineer who is not employed without the prior notice of such Chemical Engineer who is still employed by the same employer.
False
122
How many sections does the Code of Ethics contain?
22
123
To whom shall the Chemical Engineer report any infraction of any rules or professional conduct for proper appraisal?
PICHE
124
The term of a patent from the filing date of application is
20 years
125
To be considered an invention, it must be
new, industrially applicable and involves inventive step
126
Copyright is registered and deposited at the
National Library and Supreme Court
127
Intellectual Property office is under the supervision of the
Department of Trade and Industry
128
Patents approved in the Philippines are protected in the
Philippines
129
Intellectual Property Code of the Philippines, RA No. 8293 became effective on
January 1, 1997
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Who can apply for a patent?
inventor or authorized representative
131
Which is patentable?
new hybrids
132
Using a patented invention without the permission of the owner is known as
infringement
133
Copying books, publication etc. without permission from the author is known as
plagiarism
134
When does the patent become effective?
date of publication of the grant of the patent
135
Who can give permission for compulsory licensing of a patent?
Director of Legal Affairs of IPO
136
When can a petition for a compulsory license be applied for?
4 years
137
The right to a patent belongs to the _______.
inventor, his heirs or assigns
138
Innovation of a machine can be applied for registration under _______.
utility model
139
The term of protection for copyright is _______.
life time plus 50 years after his death
140
Patents granted by IPO is only enforced in _______.
the Philippines
141
Protection of utility model is for a period of _______.
7 years, after the date of filing of application and paid filing fee
142
An industrial design can be registered for a period of _______.
5 years and renewed for another 5 years
143
If there are 2 inventors working in a project who can apply for a patent?
both of them
144
Who are disqualified to apply for a patent?
uninterested individual
145
When did the New Chemical Engineering Law approved?
May 13 2004
146
What is the Republic Act number of the New Chemical Engineering Law?
RA 9297
147
Who owns an invention related to the company product where one is employed but does not have a clear company policy when the activity was undertaken?
the company
148
Who owns an invention that is unrelated to the company product where one is employed but does not have a clear company policy on this matter when the activity was undertaken?
the employee
149
Ethics is a _______.
norm of conduct
150
If an employee gets a grant from another funding agency and the activities were done in the company premises, who will own the output of the project?
joint ownership with the company
151
Getting research funds from other agencies without the knowledge of the company where one is employed, is ethical?
not ethical
152
An employee doing things other than the mandated activity of the company during office hours is considered _______.
not ethical
153
This is the exclusive right granted to an inventor for his invention.
patent
154
The person who holds the Number I registration number in the Roster of Chemical Engineers is _______.
Felix V. Espino
155
The First President of the Philippine Institute of Chemical Engineers (PIChE) was _______.
Jose C. Espinosa
156
The Philippine Institute of Chemical Engineers (PIChE) was founded in the year _______.
1939
157
Prior to the implementation of RA 9297, a chemical engineer is already using a dry seal adapted from another engineering profession. By virtue of the new law, he should _______.
apply and register his new seal according to the requirements of RA9297
158
The specialized agency of the United Nations, WIPO, is formally known as _______.
World Intellectual Property Organization
159
Which among the following is not a treaty recognized by WIPO?
Montreal Protocol
160
This treaty ensures the protection of Industrial Designs.
Hague Agreement
161
This treaty protects the rights associated with trademarks.
Madrid Protocol
162
Which among the following does not fall within the rights of a patent owner?
to prevent another party from reading his work and basing a new invention upon his work
163
He authored the Intellectual Property Code of the Philippines.
Raul Roco
164
The Intellectual Property Code of the Philippines is otherwise known as _______.
RA 8293
165
This group administers and implements the state policies declared in the Intellectual Property Code of the Philippines.
National Patent Office
166
This is usually attached to an obligation or a contract to assume greater liability in case of breach.
Penal Clause
167
Which among the following is not included in the list of fundamental canons a professional engineer should follow?
Engineers should avoid issuing public statements.
168
When an engineer has come upon instances when the Engineering Code of Ethics has been violated, he should _______.
report the violation to the appropriate professional bodies and also to public authorities as needed
169
In his efforts to serve the interest of the public, the engineer should _______.
all of the above
170
Engineers who are employed by the government are entitled to review and evaluate the work of other engineers. It depends on _______.
the requirements as part of their employment duties
171
To be patentable, an invention must have the following characteristics except _______.
Affordable
172
The following can officially grant patents except _______.
Patent Cooperation Treaty
173
The Philippines is the _______ signatory to the Stockholm Convention.
51st
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The Stockholm Convention is a global treaty that aims to protect the environment and human health from these hazards.
persistent organic pollutants
175
This international agreement aims to protect the earth's stratospheric ozone layer from ozone depleting substances.
Montreal Protocol
176
This international agreement focuses efforts to control and minimize gas emissions to the atmosphere that cause global warming, subsequent to the Earth Summit of 1992.
Kyoto Protocol
177
Which among these countries have not ratified the Kyoto Protocol?
United States of America
178
Which among these countries did not agree to sign the Kyoto Protocol and as of 2005, is the largest emitter per capita of gases believed to be major causes of the global warming phenomenon?
Australia
179
The Philippine Bureau of Internal Revenue is under the supervision of which government arm?
Department of Finance
180
How much interest is subject per annum for unpaid income taxes?
20%
181
Which among the following is not a legitimate provision regarding taxation on income in the Philippines?
Resident aliens are taxable only on income derived from sources within the country.
182
Food, drugs, or cosmetics that contain any substance considered poisonous or detrimental to human health are considered _______.
adulterated products
183
This tax is imposed on the right of a deceased person to transmit his estate to his lawful beneficiaries upon his death.
Inheritance Tax
184
A Chemical Engineer just recently learned from a good friend who has approached another chemical engineer to do a project for him. Since they are the best of friends, he offered to do the same project for half the price. Is this engineer doing something _______.
non-ethical
185
It is defined as the discipline or study of the moral issues arising in and surrounding engineering.
Engineering Ethics
186
Which body developed the code of ethics for chemical engineers?
Board of Chemical Engineering
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According to Section 1 of the Code of Ethics of Chemical Engineers, which is not a characteristic of a professional chemical engineer?
partial
188
Which among the following should a chemical engineer avoid?
enterprise with questionable character
189
Which form of advertisement is not allowed?
tv/radio commercials
190
It is the duty of the chemical engineer to do the following except _______.
issue criticisms and statements on matters of public concern paid for by private interests
191
The chemical engineer shall not accept compensation, financial or otherwise from more than one client or employer who is in the same line of business or has conflicting interest with the others. True or False?
True
192
If a chemical engineer's professional judgment or work, for which he is responsible, is overruled, he must _______.
present the consequences or the risk of overruling his opinion
193
When a chemical engineer is asked about his opinion on something he is not very knowledgeable about, he must _______.
suggest that his client engage the services of experts on that field
194
It is a chemical engineer's right not to accept inadequate compensation for professional services if he believes that he did his work well. True or False?
True
195
It is all right for a chemical engineer to review the work of another chemical engineer for the same client or employer without the prior knowledge and consent of such engineer when the client or employee relation of such chemical engineer has already been terminated. True or False?
False
196
The chemical engineer shall report any infraction of any rules of professional conduct to the _______.
PICHE
197
A three-man Commission known as the Professional Regulation Commission shall be headed by _______.
1 full-time Commissioner & 2 full-time Associate Commissioners
198
A naturalized Filipino Citizen can apply for admission to the Chemical Engineering Examination if he has _______.
at least five years of executive experience
199
Section 5 of the Professional Regulation Commission Law states the _______.
Powers of the Commission
200
The full-time Commissioner appointed by the President shall serve for a term of _______.
9 years
201
PD 223 is also known as _______.
PRC law
202
The first full-time Associate Commissioner appointed by the President shall serve for a term of _______.
6 years
203
The second full-time Associate Commissioner appointed by the President shall serve for a term of _______.
3 years
204
The following are the powers of the Commission except _______.
To issue certificate of registration signed by the members of the Board with the affixed official seal of the Board
205
What is one power of the Commission that it does not possess?
To issue certificate of registration signed by the members of the Board with the affixed official seal of the Board
## Footnote
This power is excluded as it is not within the functions assigned to the Commission.
206
What does Section 7 of the Professional Regulation Commission Law state?
Names of various Boards
## Footnote
This section outlines the naming conventions for the boards under the Commission.
207
The Commission can change the names of various Boards by deleting which word?
Examiners
## Footnote
This change is part of the Commission's authority to revise board names.
208
Who signed the Professional Regulation Commission Law?
Ferdinand Marcos
209
What does Section 4 of the Professional Regulation Commission Law address?
Compensation of the Commission
210
What does Section 3 of the Professional Regulation Commission Law state?
Exercise of powers and functions of the Commission
211
Which of the following is not a power of the Commission?
Submit the results to the Commission within 90 days after the last examination day
## Footnote
This task is not a direct power but rather a procedural requirement.
212
Who appoints the Composition of the Commission?
President
213
According to R.A. 8981, how long is the term of the Commissioner?
7 yrs.
214
Which of the following is not a power or function of the Commissioners?
Responsible for the implementation of the policies and the programs adopted by the commission
## Footnote
This responsibility is typically not assigned to individual commissioners.
215
Which of the following is not a power or function of the PRB?
Determine and prepare the questions for licensure examination
## Footnote
This task is generally beyond the scope of the PRB's responsibilities.
216
According to R.A. 8981, what compensation does the Chairperson receive?
Equivalent to Department Secretary
217
Who issues the compensation for the members of the PRB?
Dept. of Budget and Management and the Commission
218
Within how many days must the Board furnish CHED with the listing of subjects for licensure examinations?
60 days
219
What provided the necessary amount for the implementation of R.A. 8981?
General Appropriations Act
220
The Commission was authorized to use its income for a period of _____ after the effectivity of R.A. 8981.
P45,000,000 and 5 years
221
What is the punishment for manipulating licensure examination results?
Imprisonment of 6 years and 1 day to 12 years or a fine of P50,000 to P100,000
222
What is the punishment for an accomplice in licensure examination fraud?
Imprisonment of 4 years and 1 day to 6 years or a fine of P20,000 to P49,000
223
What is the punishment for accessories in licensure examination fraud?
Imprisonment of 2 years and 1 day to 4 years or a fine of P5,000 to P19,000
224
The effectivity of the IRR of the PRC Modernization Act is after how many days of publication?
15 days
225
How many rules compose R.A. 8981?
6
226
Which of the following is not a power or function of the Commission Chairperson?
Impose the penalty of suspension from taking licensure examinations upon any examinee
## Footnote
This responsibility is typically not within the Chairperson's authority.
227
What is a professional as defined in the context of the Commission?
A person whose name and registration/professional licensed no. is in the commission's registry book & computerized database.
228
What is an accredited professional organization?
A professional organization accredited by the Commission.
229
What is the Clean Air Act?
An Act Providing for a Comprehensive Air Pollution Policy and for Other Purposes
230
What is the Philippine Clean Air Act of 1999 also known as?
RA 8749
231
When was the Clean Air Act signed?
July 24, 1999
232
Who signed the Clean Air Act?
Pres. Joseph Ejercito Estrada
233
What is the Implementing Rules and Regulation of the Clean Air Act known as?
DAO 00-81
234
Which of the following is not included in the principles of the Clean Air Act?
None of the above
235
Which of the following is not a policy of the Clean Air Act?
None of the above
236
What is defined as any alteration of the physical, chemical and biological properties of the atmospheric air?
Air Pollution
237
What is the annual National Air Quality Status Report used for?
Formulating the Integrated Air Quality Improvement Framework
238
What refers to areas with common weather or meteorological conditions affecting air pollution?
Airshed
239
What is incineration defined as?
The burning of municipal, bio-medical and hazardous wastes, which process emits poisonous and toxic fumes.
240
When did the ban on incineration take effect?
2003
241
If your car weighs below 3500 kg, it falls under which category?
Light Duty Motor Vehicle
242
Which agencies are responsible for developing an action plan for the Clean Air Act?
DENR, DOTC, DTI
## Footnote
These agencies collaborate to ensure the effective implementation of the Clean Air Act.
243
Which of the following is not a power of the DOTC?
Accredit private emission testing centers
244
All motor vehicles and engines shall not be registered unless they comply with emission standards of the Clean Air Act. True or False?
True
245
What is the certificate obtained to prove compliance with the Clean Air Act standards?
Certificate of Conformity
246
What should be registered in DOE regarding fuels and additives?
None of the above
## Footnote
All listed aspects must be registered.
247
What kind of gasoline was phased out last December 23, 2000?
Leaded Gasoline
248
What is the Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act?
RA 3720
249
What is defined as an article applied to the human body for cleansing or beautifying?
Cosmetics
250
What is defined as an article intended for use in the diagnosis or treatment of disease?
Drug
251
Which office administers RA 3720?
Bureau of Food and Drug
252
A food shall be considered adulterated if it bears or contains any poisonous substance. True or False?
True
253
What is the National Building Code also known as?
Republic Act 6541
254
Which buildings or structures does the code not apply to?
Buildings or structures constructed before the approval of this Code
255
What product constitutes a hazard or nuisance affecting public health safety?
Explosives
256
All buildings or structures must be maintained in a safe and sanitary condition. True or False?
True
257
Which of the following is considered a dangerous site?
Wide open field
258
What does wages refer to?
All remuneration for services performed by an employee for his employer
259
What is the amount declared as income tax in a final adjusted income tax return?
Estimated Tax
260
What is a payroll period?
A period for which payment of wages is ordinarily made to the employee
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When is the last installment of the estimated income tax paid?
April 15
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Which of the following statements is not true?
None
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What is the VAT equivalent to on gross receipts from the sale of services?
10%
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What is the term for refusal to pay taxes without violating the law?
Tax Avoidance
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Which of the following is not an exemption to VAT?
None
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What is the term for refusal to pay taxes without violating the law?
Tax Avoidance
## Footnote
Tax avoidance is the legal practice of minimizing tax liabilities through various means.
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Which of the following is not an exemption to VAT?
None
## Footnote
All given options are considered exempt from VAT.
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What is the term for refusal to pay taxes in violation of tax laws?
Tax Evasion
## Footnote
Tax evasion is illegal and involves not paying taxes owed.
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What type of tax is applied to goods manufactured or produced in the Philippines for domestic sales?
Excise Tax
## Footnote
Excise tax is levied on specific goods, including those imported.
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Which of the following is not subjected to excise tax?
None
## Footnote
All listed products are subject to excise tax.
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How much excise tax per metric ton is added on coke and coal?
P10
## Footnote
This is a specific rate set by tax regulations.
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What is the interest rate per annum on any unpaid amount of tax?
20%
## Footnote
This rate is applicable on overdue tax amounts.
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What is the penalty for failure to file certain information returns?
P1,000
## Footnote
This is a fixed penalty for non-compliance.
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Any person who sells, barters, exchanges, or imports goods shall be subject to?
VAT
## Footnote
Value Added Tax (VAT) applies to most commercial transactions.
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What is the required number of incorporators for a corporation in the Philippines?
5-15
## Footnote
This range is mandated by Philippine law.
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All incorporators must be?
natural born persons
## Footnote
This requirement ensures that incorporators are citizens.
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What is the minimum amount subscribed by the corporation at the time of incorporation?
25%
## Footnote
This percentage is necessary for the corporation to be validly incorporated.
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Which of the following is not an incorporation document?
Mayor's Permit
## Footnote
A Mayor's Permit is not required for incorporation documents.
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Where do one submit or file the incorporation documents of an applicant company?
SEC
## Footnote
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) handles incorporation filings.
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A Philippine Corporation is organized by electing members to its?
Board of Directors
## Footnote
The Board of Directors is responsible for overseeing corporate governance.
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When can a corporation legally start its operations?
After the approval of SEC
## Footnote
Legal operations begin only upon SEC approval.
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No board member can be the president and the _____ of the board at the same time?
Treasurer
## Footnote
This rule is established to prevent conflicts of interest.
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How many years can a Philippine Corporation last?
50
## Footnote
Corporations in the Philippines can have a maximum lifespan of 50 years.
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In a stockholders meeting, what percentage of votes is needed for decisions to be valid?
66%
## Footnote
A supermajority is often required for significant decisions.
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Majority of the Incorporators should be residents of the Philippines? True or False?
True
## Footnote
This requirement is to ensure local representation.
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Foreign investment may be made under any mode in the Philippines except by?
establishing shares in the Philippine stock exchange
## Footnote
This option is not permissible for foreign investments.
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What is the governing law over the creation, formation, dissolution, and liquidation of corporations?
Corporation Code of the Philippines
## Footnote
This code regulates corporate activities in the country.
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Should foreign corporations register in the Securities and Exchange Commission for their company? True or False?
True
## Footnote
Registration is mandatory for foreign entities operating in the Philippines.
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Foreign corporations are allowed to merge with local corporations? True or False?
False
## Footnote
Mergers between foreign and local corporations are generally prohibited.
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The National Building Code is also known as?
Republic Act 6541
## Footnote
This act provides guidelines for building regulations.
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Which product constitutes a hazard or nuisance that affects public health safety?
Explosives
## Footnote
Explosives are regulated due to their potential danger.
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All buildings and structures shall be maintained in safe and sanitary conditions? True or False?
True
## Footnote
This is a fundamental requirement for public safety.
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Dangerous buildings are defined as?
d) All of the above
## Footnote
Dangerous buildings include those that pollute, pose fire hazards, or threaten public safety.
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When was Presidential Proclamation No. 1001 approved and signed?
February 15, 2006
## Footnote
This proclamation designated a specific week for chemical engineering awareness.
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One of the objectives of Proclamation No. 1001 is to?
Enhance public consciousness in order to raise the level of technical and ethical proficiency and standards in the practice of chemical engineering
## Footnote
This aims to improve the professional standards in the field.
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Proclamation No. 1001 enjoins all government agencies to participate actively in the observance of Chemical Engineering Week? True or False?
True
## Footnote
Government agencies are encouraged to support this initiative.
