1|Page
CERTIFIED PARKS AND RECREATION
PROFESSIONAL (CPRP) EXAM QUESTIONS
WITH SOLUTIONS
Benchmarking - correct-answer - the process of comparing an organization's
practices and technologies with those of other companies
Rules - correct-answer - Specific; direct participants and employees to act in a
prescribed manner
Policies - correct-answer - broad and open to interpretation. Based on
circumstances, set direction.
Anti-discrimination is an example of a - correct-answer - policy
,2|Page
Procedures - correct-answer - Chronological sequence of activities; define steps
for implementation. Outlined in operations manuals. A process for completing a
task.
A public Parks and Recreation agency's services are divided into three categories:
- correct-answer - Parks, programs, and facilities
It is the PRP's responsibility to ensure that the public has the opportunity to (3
things) - correct-answer - 1. Participate in quality rec programs, 2. enjoy attractive
parks, 3. Ensure that facilities are effective and safe
Evaluations - correct-answer - Explain the value of the expenditures of the
services and explain that services are meeting community needs
,3|Page
Needs assessment - correct-answer - provides feedback on community attitudes,
opinions, and perceptions of P&R department & its resources
Conflicting management strategies: There is an ongoing struggle in Parks and
Recreation between these two things: - correct-answer - Conservation and
development
"No flying of model aircrafts behind zero line, no aerobatics or high-speed passes"
are examples of: - correct-answer - Rules
"Model aircrafts/boats shall be allowed only by permit issued by Parks and
Recreation Director" is an example of a: - correct-answer - Policy
"To obtain a permit, first call the Parks and Recreation Director, then pay permit
fees and submit application" is an example of a - correct-answer - Procedure
, 4|Page
Comprehensive Plan - correct-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
Master Plan - correct-answer - Subsets of comprehensive plan; focuses on
physical resources and development. Typically updated every 10 years. Driven by
data.
Strategic Plan - correct-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
CERTIFIED PARKS AND RECREATION
PROFESSIONAL (CPRP) EXAM QUESTIONS
WITH SOLUTIONS
Benchmarking - correct-answer - the process of comparing an organization's
practices and technologies with those of other companies
Rules - correct-answer - Specific; direct participants and employees to act in a
prescribed manner
Policies - correct-answer - broad and open to interpretation. Based on
circumstances, set direction.
Anti-discrimination is an example of a - correct-answer - policy
,2|Page
Procedures - correct-answer - Chronological sequence of activities; define steps
for implementation. Outlined in operations manuals. A process for completing a
task.
A public Parks and Recreation agency's services are divided into three categories:
- correct-answer - Parks, programs, and facilities
It is the PRP's responsibility to ensure that the public has the opportunity to (3
things) - correct-answer - 1. Participate in quality rec programs, 2. enjoy attractive
parks, 3. Ensure that facilities are effective and safe
Evaluations - correct-answer - Explain the value of the expenditures of the
services and explain that services are meeting community needs
,3|Page
Needs assessment - correct-answer - provides feedback on community attitudes,
opinions, and perceptions of P&R department & its resources
Conflicting management strategies: There is an ongoing struggle in Parks and
Recreation between these two things: - correct-answer - Conservation and
development
"No flying of model aircrafts behind zero line, no aerobatics or high-speed passes"
are examples of: - correct-answer - Rules
"Model aircrafts/boats shall be allowed only by permit issued by Parks and
Recreation Director" is an example of a: - correct-answer - Policy
"To obtain a permit, first call the Parks and Recreation Director, then pay permit
fees and submit application" is an example of a - correct-answer - Procedure
, 4|Page
Comprehensive Plan - correct-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
Master Plan - correct-answer - Subsets of comprehensive plan; focuses on
physical resources and development. Typically updated every 10 years. Driven by
data.
Strategic Plan - correct-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
