Quiz 1

Question 1

Which of the following post-construction services includes evaluation of initial program versus actual use of facility?

a. Building / ground administration
b. Owner’s association organization
c. Building / equipment maintenance
d. Post-construction evaluation

Answer 1

d. Post-construction evaluation

Question 2

An architect has done the renovation / addition of a clinic / residence in Manila. Project construction cost is three million pesos. Using UAP standards, how much does the architect expect to receive as minimum basic fee from his client?

a. 400,000 pesos
b. 150,000 pesos
c. 300,000 pesos
d. 450,000 pesos

Answer 2

d. 450,000 pesos

Question 3

53. What is generally the basis of the architect’s minimum basic fee?
    a. Owner’s offer
    b. Type of structure
    c. Architect’s professional community standing
    d. Project construction cost

Answer 3

d. Project construction cost

Question 4

54. In the architect’s post-construction services, under which services does the architect evaluate the initial program versus the actual use of facility.
    a. Building / equipment maintenance
    b. Design-build services
    c. Building grounds administration
    d. Post-construction evaluation

Answer 4

d. Post-construction evaluation

Question 5

55. Which of the following is NOT included in the Architect’s Code, “May I Always Build”?
    a. Humility
    b. Haste of mind
    c. Patience
    d. Artistry

Answer 5

b. Haste of mind

Question 6

56. In the architect’s design services, under which phase does preparation of forms for contract letting, invitation / instruction to bidders, and bidders’ proposal fall?
    a. Construction
    b. Design development
    c. Schematic design
    d. Contract documents

Answer 6

a. Construction

Question 7

57. Under the percentage fee methods, what would be the fee of the architect if he acts as full-time supervisor of a project he designed and which costs 300 million pesos?
    a. 500,000 pesos
    b. 1.5 million pesos
    c. 1 million pesos
    d. 3 million pesos

Answer 7

d. 3 million pesos

Question 8

58. Which of the following does NOT describe the multiple of direct personnel expenses method of architect’s compensation?
    a. Based on value of creative design
    b. Multiplier depends on project complexity
    c. Applicable to supervision work
    d. Applicable to pre-design services

Answer 8

a. Based on value of creative design

Question 9

59. In the architect’s specialized allied services, under which services does the architect check / approve samples of planting materials / landscaping elements?
    a. Physical planning
    b. Environmental planning
    c. Landscape design
    d. Interior design

Answer 9

c. Landscape design

Question 10

60. Which of the following conditions is NOT TRUE in design-build services on guaranteed maximum cost?
    a. Architect’s fee is 10 percent of project construction cost in addition to fee for regular design services
    b. More than 10 percent excess of guaranteed maximum cost paid by architect
    c. Architect’s fee is built-in in guaranteed maximum cost, including fee for regular design services
    d. 10 percent excess of guaranteed maximum cost divided between architect and client

Answer 10

c. Architect’s fee is built-in in guaranteed maximum cost, including fee for regular design services

Question 11

61. Architect DEF did a high-rise condominium project on a design-build arrangement with a client with guaranteed project cost of 850 million pesos. However, the actual cost exceeded the contract amount by 150 million. Under such situation, which of the following conditions should be observed?
    a. Architect pays 107.5 million of excess amount
    b. Architect and client pays one-half each of excess amount
    c. Client pays 50 million pesos and Architect pays 100 million pesos of excess amount
    d. Architect pays 150 million excess amount

Answer 11

a. Architect pays 107.5 million of excess amount

Question 12

62. Who is responsible for insurance for liabilities on materials, workmanship, labor, and property?
    a. Architect
    b. Construction manager
    c. Contractor
    d. Owner

Answer 12

c. Contractor

Question 13

63. Under what condition may owner exercise the right to terminate a contract?
    a. After 10 days’ notice
    b. Bankruptcy insolvency of contractor
    c. After 5 days’ notice
    d. Provide substitute materials

Answer 13

b. Bankruptcy insolvency of contractor

Question 14

64. Which method of compensation for architect’s services is flexible and any change will not affect owner-architect agreement?
    a. Professional fee plus expenses
    b. Multiple of direct personnel expenses
    c. Per diem plus reimbursable expense
    d. Percentage of construction cost

Answer 14

d. Percentage of construction cost

Question 15

65. Under the Architect’s Code of Ethics, which of the following is unethical for the Architect to do?
    a. Seeks success through solicited personal publicity
    b. Asks fair remuneration for services rendered
    c. Confines criticisms / praises within constructive / inspirational limits
    d. Holds client’s interest over and above self-interest for financial returns

Answer 15

a. Seeks success through solicited personal publicity

Question 16

66. In master development plan formulation, which component is concerned with movement of people / goods from one place to another?
    a. Economic
    b. Sociocultural
    c. Physical
    d. Transport

Answer 16

d. Transport

Question 17

In a typical owner-architect agreement, which of the following is chargeable to the owner?

a. Structural / electrical / sanitary engineering
b. Income taxes on professional fees
c. Miniature models
d. Five sets of contract documents

Answer 17

c. Miniature models

Question 18

68. If the architect’s fee is one million pesos, how much is he expected to receive upon completion of the project, assuming that he has been compensated fully for the first three phases of his services?
    a. 300,000 pesos
    b. 100,000 pesos
    c. 150,000 pesos
    d. 200,000 pesos

Answer 18

c. 150,000 pesos

Question 19

69. For every day of delay in construction time, contractor is obligated to pay the owner. What do you call this payment?
    a. Performance payment
    b. Retention fee
    c. Liquidated damages
    d. Security

Answer 19

c. Liquidated damages

Question 20

70. Under PD 1096, which of the following is NOT a basis for assessment of building permit fees?
    a. Construction cost
    b. Geology of land
    c. Floor area
    d. Building height

Answer 20

b. Geology of land

Question 21

71. Under PD 1096, which of the following is NOT a basis for assessment of building permit fee?
    a. Building occupancy / use
    b. Building height
    c. Floor area
    d. Land area

Answer 21

d. Land area

Question 22

72. In a typical owner-architect agreement, which of the following is NOT part of architect’s professional fees?
    a. Structural / electrical engineering
    b. Special interior design / movable furniture
    c. Income taxes on professional fees
    d. Five sets of plans / contract documents

Answer 22

b. Special interior design / movable furniture

Question 23

73. Under BP 220, what is the difference between underdeveloped area and developed area in terms of circulation system requirements?
    a. Type of pavement
    b. Hierarchy of roads
    c. Location
    d. Width of roads

Answer 23

a. Type of pavement

Question 24

74. What act amended Sec. 34 of RA 545 allowing the use of the terminology “Architects and Engineers” provided that individual members of such firms in partnership are architects and engineers? (No answer)
    a. RA 1281
    b. RA 1581
    c. RA 1275
    d. RA 1181

Answer 24

b. RA 1581 (bonus)

Question 25

75. Which of the following is NOT considered in assessment of building permit fees? a. Occupancy / building use b. Land area c. Floor area d. Height

Answer 25

b. Land area

Question 26

76. Which of the following determines the value of extra work or change in construction plans by owner? a. By estimate and acceptance in lump sum b. Value included in contingencies c. By actual direct cost plus 10 percent for profit, overhead, and tax d. By unit prices provided credit does not exceed 10 percent or original contract

Answer 26

c. By actual direct cost plus 10 percent for profit, overhead, and tax

Question 27

77. While the architect is not expected to provide the whole range of comprehensive architectural services, what role does he perform for the client? a. Building administrator b. Agent c. Manager d. Architect

Answer 27

b. Agent

Question 28

78. Which of the following standards / requirements for buildings / structures is / are regulated / controlled by PD 1096? a. Quality of materials b. Use c. Construction d. All listed items

Answer 28

d. All listed items

Question 29

79. Under the architect’s design-build services on a guaranteed maximum cost, which of the following conditions should be observed? a. Architect’s services basically the same as design-build by administration b. All listed items c. Revolving capital provided to architect by client d. Client given a guaranteed maximum cost for project construction

Answer 29

b. All listed items

Question 30

80. An architect has designed a nursing home which is of moderately complex design. Project construction cost is about 20 million pesos. Using UAP standards, how much fee does the architect expect to receive as basic minimum fee from his client? a. 200,000 pesos b. 1.4 million pesos c. 140,000 pesos d. 2.0 million pesos

Answer 30

b. 1.4 million pesos

Question 31

81. Under general conditions, who is generally responsible for payment of permits, taxes, and licenses? a. Architect b. Building supervisor c. Owner d. Contractor

Answer 31

d. Contractor

Question 32

82. Which compensation method for architect’s services usually applies to government projects in a form of contract indicating a certain amount as professional fee? a. Percentage of construction cost b. Multiple of direct personnel expenses c. Lump sum or fixed fee d. Professional fee plus expenses

Answer 32

c. Lump sum or fixed fee

Question 33

83. What legal mandate obligates owners to repair / demolish dangerous or ruinous buildings? (No answer) a. Civil code b. Zoning code c. Housing and Subdivision code d. Philippine Constitution

Answer 33

a. Civil code

Question 34

84. Within what period is the effectivity of a contractor guarantee bond ensuing all materials / workmanship installed are of good quality? a. Three years b. Four years c. Two years d. One year

Answer 34

d. One year

Question 35

85. What legal mandate obligates owners to fell / remove large trees which could cause damage to travelers over a public or private road? a. National building code b. Zoning code c. Housing and Subdivision code d. Civil code

Answer 35

d. Civil code

Question 36

86. Which of the following is / are unethical practice(s) of the architect? a. Misleads the public through advertisements / signs b. Endorses construction materials in paid advertisements c. Solicits advertisement / support for publication of his works d. All listed items

Answer 36

d. All listed items

Question 37

87. Under PD 1096, which of the following constructions are NOT exempt from permit fees? a. Reconstructions of structures damaged / destroyed by typhoons / other calamities for 20 percent of original construction cost b. Government buildings c. Private housing built by National Housing Authority d. Buildings constructed by charitable institutions

Answer 37

d. Buildings constructed by charitable institutions

Question 38

88. With regards to responsibilities to contractor, which of the following is/are expected of the architect? a. Rejects materials not conforming to contract documents b. All listed items c. Refrains from accepting gifts in exchange of favors d. Avoids financial disadvantages for architects errors

Answer 38

b. All listed items

Question 39

89. Under the owner-architect agreement, which of the following include(s) the contract documents phase of architect’s basic services? a. Assistance in securing necessary government approvals b. All listed items c. Preparation of general conditions of project construction d. Preparation of construction drawings / specifications

Answer 39

c. Preparation of general conditions of project construction | d. Preparation of construction drawings / specifications

Question 40

90. The scope of comprehensive architectural services of the architect includes which of the following? a. Pre-design to comprehensive planning b. Design to post-construction c. Design to construction d. Pre-design to post construction evaluation

Answer 40

d. Pre-design to post construction evaluation

Question 41

91. In a typical owner-architect agreement, who is responsible for payment of miniature models? a. Architect b. Project manager c. Contractor d. Owner

Answer 41

d. Owner

Question 42

92. Under PD 1096, what factor based on total customer area should be used to determine the number of parking slots for office buildings? (wrong question) a. 100 b. 150 c. 200 d. 125

Answer 42

d. 125

Question 43

93. What do you call the outline set of specifications enumerating the type / trade names of materials? a. Closed specifications b. Schedule of materials and finishes c. Breakdown of work d. Supplementary specifications

Answer 43

b. Schedule of materials and finishes

Question 44

94. Who is responsible for payment of professional services required by architect – such as normal, structural, electrical, plumbing / sanitary, and mechanical engineering services? a. Architect b. Project manager c. Owner d. Contractor

Answer 44

a. Architect

Question 45

95. In the architect’s range of services, under which services does cost effectiveness study fall? a. Construction b. Design c. Specialized allied d. Pre-design

Answer 45

a. Construction

Question 46

96. In the Architect’s Code of Ethics, to whom does the architect have responsibility to refrain from taking part in paid advertisement endorsing any building material or equipment? a. Public b. Client c. Contractor d. Manufacturers / dealers

Answer 46

a. Public

Question 47

97. Under the owner-contractor agreement, who pays for taxes, licenses, permits, and fees? a. Project manager b. Contractor c. Architect d. Owner

Answer 47

b. Contractor

Question 48

98. Under the architect’s design-build services, which of the following is/are included in design-built by administration? a. Materials / equipment procurement b. All listed items c. Construction personnel hiring d. Schedule of work / bill of materials

Answer 48

b. All listed items

Question 49

99. Under the design-build services by administration, what would be the architect’s fee is the project cost of 700 million pesos? a. 42 million pesos b. 35 million pesos c. 10 million pesos d. 49 million pesos

Answer 49

d. 49 million pesos

Question 50

100. An architect has designed a medical center with a large hospital and medical buildings. Project construction is 78 million pesos. Using UAP standards, how much does the architect expect to receive as minimum basic free from his client? a. 5.00 million pesos b. 5.96 million pesos c. 7.80 million pesos d. 6.24 million pesos

Answer 50

d. 6.24 million pesos