USPAP 15-Hour Course Latest Update 2026 | Exam Prep & Study Guide with 100% Accurate Answers (PDF)

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1. Describe the implications of the jurisdictional exclusion rule for appraisers in their
assignments.

The jurisdictional exclusion rule requires appraisers to adhere to local laws, which may
override USPAP requirements.

The jurisdictional exclusion rule is optional and can be disregarded by appraisers.

The jurisdictional exclusion rule only applies to residential appraisals.

The jurisdictional exclusion rule allows appraisers to choose which standards to follow.

2. Discuss the implications of using extraordinary assumptions in appraisal reviews
according to USPAP.

Using extraordinary assumptions in appraisal reviews can lead to different conclusions if
those assumptions are proven incorrect, thus impacting the reliability of the appraisal.

Extraordinary assumptions are only applicable in residential appraisals, not in reviews.

Using extraordinary assumptions is encouraged to simplify the appraisal process.

Extraordinary assumptions are irrelevant in appraisal reviews and do not affect the
outcome.

3. What are the two main processes involved in appraisal review?

The two processes are the preparation of the appraisal and the submission of the
report.

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k The two processes are the analysis of the appraisal report and the evaluation of the
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k The two processes are the inspection of the property and the calculation of value.
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4. Amajor difference between the Standards for real property appraisal and appraisalreviewis
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that:
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k TheStandards forappraisalappearinUSPAP, whilethe Standards for appraisal review are
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included within the Advisory Opinions
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k The appraisal review Standard applies only to licensed and certified appraisers
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k The real property appraisal Standards are "paired", but there is only one Standard that
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k There are no differences; the Standards are interchangeable
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5. A workfile must be maintained for
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k Valuation services that are outside USPAP k k k k k




k Oralappraisalreportsonly
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k Any assignment that is covered by Standards Rules, written or verbal
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6. When the Cost Approach is necessary for credible appraisal assignment results,whatdoes
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USPAPrequiretheappraisertodo?
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k Use a hypothetical condition in developing an indication of value
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, Develop an opinion of site value byan appropriate appraisal method or technique
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k Analyze such comparable sales data as are available to indicate a value conclusion
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k Develop and estimate of building replacement cost by use of a nationalcostservice
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publication
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7. What is one of the primary responsibilities of state appraisal regulatory committees?
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k To provide financial assistance to appraisers.
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k Todevelopappraisalsoftware.
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k To ensure compliance with USPAP.
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k To conduct property inspections.
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8. If aclient withholds the identity of the appraiser who completed the work underreview,the
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reviewer:
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k may not develop his or her own opinion of value
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k may complete the assignment, but must use an extraordinary assumption to assume the
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k appraiser is licensed or certified k k k k




k k must state this fact in the review report
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9. When does a review appraiser need to utilize an extraordinary assumption in writingthereview
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report?
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k Whenthe appraiserwantstoillustrate the absurdityof some ofthe conclusionsmadebythe
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originalappraiser
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