ARE 5.0 MOCK EXAM – PcM UPDATED
ACTUAL Exam Questions and CORRECT
Answers
An architecture firm is facing a deadline on a large library project and decides to hire a freelance
computer-aided design (CAD) drafter who works from home to assist the firm in completing the
construction documents on time. According to the National Council of Architectural Registration
Boards (NCARB) RULES OF CONDUCT, what must the architect of record do to sign and seal
the final drawings?
A. The architect must redline the drawings and have the drafter make the appropriate corrections
B. The architect must review and correct the work after it is prepared by the drafter and
incorporate it into the construction documents
C. The architect must thoroughly examine the drawings prepared by the drafter and incorporate
the work into the construction documents. The firm must also retain documentation of
communications with the drafter throughout the drafter's involvement with the project and must
keep records of the arch - CORRECT ANSWER - C
Which types of business organization limit an individual's liability to the amount that an
individual has invested in the company? Choose 3.
A. partnership
B. corporation
C. joint venture
D. limited liability company
E. limited liability partnership
F. disadvantaged business enterprise - CORRECT ANSWER -BDE
Which of the following are required to prove negligence? Choose 4.
A. agency
,B. breach
C. cause
D. commission
E. damage
F. duty - CORRECT ANSWER -BCEF
An architect writes a specification for floor tile for a public restroom, which states that the tile is
to be "American Tile Company 12 x 12 porcelain floor tile, Pattern 463 Oceania, Color 42
Sandstorm or approved equal". The contractor contacts a local tile supplier and discovers that
this product has a 12-weel lead time, but it will be necessary to have the tile on site earlier to stay
within the project schedule. If the contractor wishes to propose a different tile, when must that
request to the architect be submitted?
A. during preparation of submittals
B. prior to submitting a bid
C. after the contract is awarded and an agreement with the tiling subcontractor is signed
D. during the project kick-off meeting - CORRECT ANSWER -B
According to the national Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) RULES OF
CONDUCT, an architect's license or registration could be revoked if :
A. in talking with a potential client, the architect fails to disclose ownership of stock in the
client's chief competitor and that personal financial interest may influence the architect's
judgement
B. in a television interview about a controversial casino project, the architect discloses that he or
she is employed by the resort developer
C. the architect pays for overnight accommodation and a dinner for a potential client so that the
client may visit the architect's firm for a second interview about a large project
D. the architect takes out a half-page advertisement in a local newspaper stating the firm's
credentials and why the firm should be considered for a large development project in the city -
CORRECT ANSWER - A
, What must architect do to protect their interest in the copyright on the instruments of service
produced for a project and the design of a building?
A. Register the drawings and photographs of the completed building with the U.S. Copyright
Office
B. File a copy of the instruments of service in the Library of Congress
C. Put the copyright symbol and the date on the drawings
D. Neither option A, B, or C are required to project the architect's copyright - CORRECT
ANSWER - D
"Vinyl composition tile shall be maintained at a minimum of 65 degrees F for 48 hours prior to
installation, during installation, and for 48 hours after completion". In what part of the project
specifications does the contractor find these instructions?
A. Part I, General
B. Part II, Products
C. Part III, Execution
D. Division 01, General Requirements - CORRECT ANSWER -C
Which of the following is the best way to modify a standard American Institute of Architects
(AIA) document?
A. Retype the document, incorporating all of the changes
B. Attach supplementary conditions or amendments
C. Strike out portions of the contract by hand or insert handwritten additions.
D. Have an attorney draft a new contract using portions of the language in the AIA documents
applicable to the project - CORRECT ANSWER - B
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ACTUAL Exam Questions and CORRECT
Answers
An architecture firm is facing a deadline on a large library project and decides to hire a freelance
computer-aided design (CAD) drafter who works from home to assist the firm in completing the
construction documents on time. According to the National Council of Architectural Registration
Boards (NCARB) RULES OF CONDUCT, what must the architect of record do to sign and seal
the final drawings?
A. The architect must redline the drawings and have the drafter make the appropriate corrections
B. The architect must review and correct the work after it is prepared by the drafter and
incorporate it into the construction documents
C. The architect must thoroughly examine the drawings prepared by the drafter and incorporate
the work into the construction documents. The firm must also retain documentation of
communications with the drafter throughout the drafter's involvement with the project and must
keep records of the arch - CORRECT ANSWER - C
Which types of business organization limit an individual's liability to the amount that an
individual has invested in the company? Choose 3.
A. partnership
B. corporation
C. joint venture
D. limited liability company
E. limited liability partnership
F. disadvantaged business enterprise - CORRECT ANSWER -BDE
Which of the following are required to prove negligence? Choose 4.
A. agency
,B. breach
C. cause
D. commission
E. damage
F. duty - CORRECT ANSWER -BCEF
An architect writes a specification for floor tile for a public restroom, which states that the tile is
to be "American Tile Company 12 x 12 porcelain floor tile, Pattern 463 Oceania, Color 42
Sandstorm or approved equal". The contractor contacts a local tile supplier and discovers that
this product has a 12-weel lead time, but it will be necessary to have the tile on site earlier to stay
within the project schedule. If the contractor wishes to propose a different tile, when must that
request to the architect be submitted?
A. during preparation of submittals
B. prior to submitting a bid
C. after the contract is awarded and an agreement with the tiling subcontractor is signed
D. during the project kick-off meeting - CORRECT ANSWER -B
According to the national Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) RULES OF
CONDUCT, an architect's license or registration could be revoked if :
A. in talking with a potential client, the architect fails to disclose ownership of stock in the
client's chief competitor and that personal financial interest may influence the architect's
judgement
B. in a television interview about a controversial casino project, the architect discloses that he or
she is employed by the resort developer
C. the architect pays for overnight accommodation and a dinner for a potential client so that the
client may visit the architect's firm for a second interview about a large project
D. the architect takes out a half-page advertisement in a local newspaper stating the firm's
credentials and why the firm should be considered for a large development project in the city -
CORRECT ANSWER - A
, What must architect do to protect their interest in the copyright on the instruments of service
produced for a project and the design of a building?
A. Register the drawings and photographs of the completed building with the U.S. Copyright
Office
B. File a copy of the instruments of service in the Library of Congress
C. Put the copyright symbol and the date on the drawings
D. Neither option A, B, or C are required to project the architect's copyright - CORRECT
ANSWER - D
"Vinyl composition tile shall be maintained at a minimum of 65 degrees F for 48 hours prior to
installation, during installation, and for 48 hours after completion". In what part of the project
specifications does the contractor find these instructions?
A. Part I, General
B. Part II, Products
C. Part III, Execution
D. Division 01, General Requirements - CORRECT ANSWER -C
Which of the following is the best way to modify a standard American Institute of Architects
(AIA) document?
A. Retype the document, incorporating all of the changes
B. Attach supplementary conditions or amendments
C. Strike out portions of the contract by hand or insert handwritten additions.
D. Have an attorney draft a new contract using portions of the language in the AIA documents
applicable to the project - CORRECT ANSWER - B
"Claims - made" professional liability insurance policies :
