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the shape or configuration of the land surface

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Ground Form

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this is the monetary value of land based on the appraiser’s knowledge and may have been influenced by the stories surrounding the property

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appraiser’s general knowledge of local areas

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Prey and predator. This is about survival and reproduction

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individual

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This rock is formed when sedimentary rocks are pushed to deeper levels of the earth

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metamorphosed rock / metamorphic rock

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they are the primary consideration in design, whether architectural design or for site planning

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end-users

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this is done after acquiring a site and before providing the final design

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site analysis

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public sector, private sector, plural sector and the fourth sector are taken into consideration with this

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social impact

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this is the organization of the site for specific activities

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zoning

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this is part of the non-physical context of site context that is concerned with the provision of resource for the future generation while the current generation enjoys it

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sustainability

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Images and symbols can be applied to both drawing and onsite. Which among the following is not the goal of images and symbols?

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  • all of the above
  • wayfinding
  • none of the above
  • direction
  • caution

Answer: None of the above

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Global process

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biosphere

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In designing the sidewalk / path walks we use the formula W=V(M)/S; Wherein S stands for?

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walking speed in feet per minute

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this becomes the basis of site analysis since this includes the characteristics of the site

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site context

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One factor designers should consider in terms of aesthetic and physical condition is how it appeal to the senses. How would your design affect the physical senses for it to arouse the sixth sense as well. What do we call this consideration?

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sensuous qualities

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This pertain to the capacity of a designer to uplift the overall quality of life of the residents through a well-connected and vibrant environment

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activity/communication linkages

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the study of the origin and evolution of topographic and bathymetric features generated by physical, chemical or biological processes

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geomorphology

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this is part of the non-physical context of site context that is concerned with both how the end users be able to go about the site and how they would be able to move around it

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accessibility

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In cultural factors of site analysis, sanitary, storm-water, water supply, power supply, and communications are mentioned. This are components of?

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Utilities

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pathways and walkways connect different areas within the site, which among the following did not fit this

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this look formal and plain for government offices

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his is a social and psychological considerations where the primary users are considered and the project is designed in response to their needs and wants

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user requirements

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This is usually found as sculptures that appeal to the senses. This can be applied as a theme of a park or any site that is being developed

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sensuous forms

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the top part of the soil layer which usually black in color or in darkest shade based on the original color of the soil

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HUMUS/GRASS

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This refers to the internal and external characteristics of a building’s location. It encompasses the physical, social, and cultural aspects that influence the design process

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Site Context

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DETERMINE WHAT CLASS OF LAND CAPABILITY / SUITABILITY IS DESCRIBED. (Answer format: CLASS Z) fairly good lands with a slope range of 18% -30%

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Class D

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an ecological consideration which primarily involves the climatic condition of the site where your project will be developed excluding the climatic condition of the entire locality itself
Microclimate
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the unit of evolution
population
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the study of interactions among biotic and abiotic
Ecology
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the study concerning solid Earth
geology
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DETERMINE WHAT CLASS OF LAND CAPABILITY / SUITABILITY IS DESCRIBED. (Answer format: CLASS Z) level land but too wet or too stony
Class L
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The art of arranging structures on the land and shaping the spaces between them.
Site Planning
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An area of ground on which a town, building, or monument is constructed.
Site
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Process of choosing a site from multiple options
Site Selection Process
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Process of determining the best possible use for a given site
Development Suitability Process
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The first step in site selection
Site Analysis
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The four components of SWOT Analysis
Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats.
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Study of surface and groundwater movement
Hydrology
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Factors related to existing land use, density, and socio-economic conditions
Cultural Factors
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Aesthetic factors include natural features, spatial patterns, and _______.
Visual Resources
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The term used to describe the composite sizes of particles in a soil sample
Texture
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Ecological hierarchy level where species interact with each other
Community
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Primary source of water in rivers and lakes
Rainfall
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Process of water movement through the environment, including evaporation, condensation, and precipitation
Water Cycle
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Name a type of water resource that stores fresh water for human use
Reservoir
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Large elevated area of land with a peak
Mountain
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Flat land at a high elevation
Plateau
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Soil type with equal parts sand, silt, and clay
Loam
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Classification for land with a slope greater than 50%
Class N
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Legal document that regulates land use and urban planning
Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CLUP)
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The primary law governing zoning in the Philippines
Urban Development and Housing Act (RA 7279)
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The type of zoning that allows for both residential and commercial uses
Mixed-use Zoning
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Term for land use planning that prevents uncontrolled urban expansion
Urban Containment
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Internal and external characteristics of a building’s location
Site Context
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The planning concept that ensures buildings fit into their environment
Contextual Design
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Aspects of design that appeal to human senses
Sensuous Qualities
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Examples of visual resources in site planning
Views and Vistas
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An artwork or feature that serves as a recognizable reference point in a site
Landmark
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Primary consideration in architectural and site planning design
End-users
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Public spaces help promote _______ among community members.
Social Interaction
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The concept of connecting pathways and walkways for accessibility
Activity/Communication Linkages
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The law that ensures accessibility for persons with disabilities in building design
BP 344
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The primary law governing the construction and safety of buildings in the Philippines
National Building Code (PD 1096)
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Law that addresses climate change policies and environmental conservation
Climate Change Act
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What law regulates waste management in the Philippines?
Ecological Solid Waste Management Act
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A law that ensures the protection of the environment in urban planning
Philippine Environment Code
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System used to control excess rainwater and prevent flooding
Stormwater Drainage System
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The movement of people and vehicles within a site
Circulation
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Ensuring that all areas are easy to navigate and reach
Accessibility
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A planned network of roads and walkways that connect different areas within a site
Pathways and Walkways
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What factor in site analysis includes road access, pedestrian flow, and transit systems?
Traffic and Transit
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Using energy-efficient materials and eco-friendly construction methods
Sustainable Design
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The practice of preserving existing natural features in site planning
Conservation Planning
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What is the goal of sustainable urban planning?
To minimize environmental impact while supporting development
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The process that involves reshaping land surfaces for proper drainage and construction stability.
Grading
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refers to the process that involves the planning of diverse elements that comprise an urbanizing and urbanized area, including its physical infrastructure, environment, housing, transportation, and management of land use and urban growth.
Urban Development Planning
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refers to the process of occupation and use of land or space for activities such as residential, industrial, commercial, and the like or their combinations, necessary to carry out the functions of urban living. it entails the building or rebuilding of more or less permanent structures over land that is often withdrawn or converted from its original use, resulting in the creation of a built environment; and
Urban Development
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is a process of organizing the use of land to meet occupant's needs while respecting the capabilities of the land.
land use
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tangible elements of the site (topography. climate, vegetation, surrounding built environment, infrastructure)
Physical Context
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the intangible aspects of the site and location. (history and culture, regulations and zoning, accessibility, sustainability).
Non-Physical Context
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comprise of (a) physical components of shelter and infrastructure; and (b) services to which the physical elements provide support, such as community services which include education, health, culture, welfare, recreation, and nutrition;
Human Settlements
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What class has very good lands with 0-3% slope?
Class A
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What class has lands with slight limitations with a 3-8% slope?
Class B
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What class has moderately good lands within an 8% - 18% slope?
Class C
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What class has fairly good lands with a slope range of 18% - 30%?
Class D
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What class has steep, shallow, or severely eroded soils with a slope range of 30%?
Class M
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What class has very hilly, mountainous, rugged, and barren lands?
Class Y

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