CERTIFIED PARKS AND RECREATION PROFESSIONAL CPRP EXAM ACTUAL TEST PAPER QUESTIONS CORRECT ANSWERS GRADED A PLUS

CERTIFIED PARKS AND RECREATION PROFESSIONAL CPRP EXAM ACTUAL TEST
PAPER QUESTIONS CORRECT ANSWERS GRADED A PLUS
Certified Parks AND Recreation Professional CPRP
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Question:
Rules.

Answer:
Specific; direct participants and employees to act in a prescribed manner



Question:
Policies.

Answer:
broad and open to interpretation. Based on circumstances, set direction.



Question:
Anti-discrimination is an example of a.

Answer:
policy



Question:
Procedures.

Answer:
Chronological sequence of activities; define steps for implementation. Outlined in operations
manuals. A process for completing a task.



Question:

,A public Parks and Recreation agency's services are divided into three categories:.

Answer:
Parks, programs, and facilities



Question:
It is the PRP's responsibility to ensure that the public has the opportunity to (3 things).

Answer:
1. Participate in quality rec programs, 2. enjoy attractive parks, 3. Ensure that facilities are effective
and safe



Question:
Evaluations.

Answer:
Explain the value of the expenditures of the services and explain that services are meeting
community needs



Question:
Needs assessment.

Answer:
provides feedback on community attitudes, opinions, and perceptions of P&R department & its
resources



Question:
Conflicting management strategies: There is an ongoing struggle in Parks and Recreation between
these two things:.

Answer:
Conservation and development

,Question:
"No flying of model aircrafts behind zero line, no aerobatics or high- speed passes" are examples
of:.

Answer:
Rules



Question:
"Model aircrafts/boats shall be allowed only by permit issued by Parks and Recreation Director" is
an example of a:.

Answer:
Policy



Question:
"To obtain a permit, first call the Parks and Recreation Director, then pay permit fees and submit
application" is an example of a.

Answer:
Procedure



Question:
Comprehensive Plan.

Answer:
Identifies short and long-term priorities for P&R department, includes agency's goals and policies,
identification of deficiencies, inventories, and developed standards for Parks



Question:
Master Plan.

Answer:

, Subsets of comprehensive plan; focuses on physical resources and development. Typically updated
every 10 years. Driven by data.



Question:
Strategic Plan.

Answer:
Development or revision of mission and vision; action plan for achieving goals and objectives.
Based on data analysis that provides insight to trends in agency's internal & external environments



Question:
ADA act of 1992 requires.

Answer:
- that physical alterations to public accommodations must be made to accommodate people w/
disabilities to the maximum extent feasible Facilities built or modified after 1992 must be compliant
Remove architectural barriers Communication barriers must be removed (braille signs, visually
impaired)



Question:
What is the order of priorities for ADA barrier removal recommended by the Department of Justice?

Answer:
1. Access for those with disabilities ("get through the door") 2. Access to areas where programs and
services are offered 3. Access to restrooms, drinking fountains, & telephone when facilities are open
4. Every individual should have the ability to benefit from services



Question:
Customer expectations.

Answer:
Based on the image/reputation of the agency, prior experiences with the agency,
marketing/promotional material related to the agency, and word-of-mouth feedback from others