Certified Accredited Residential Manager (ARM)
Practice Exam Questions And Correct Answers
(Verified Answers) Plus Rationales
1. What is the primary purpose of a lease agreement in residential property
management?
A. To establish the rights and responsibilities of both landlord and tenant
It clearly defines the terms of tenancy and protects both parties by outlining
obligations and rules.
2. Which of the following is NOT typically included in a residential lease?
A. Rent amount
B. Security deposit details
C. Employee work schedules
D. Pet policies
Employee work schedules are unrelated to tenant agreements and thus not
included in a lease.
3. When is it appropriate to perform a move-in inspection?
A. After the tenant moves out
B. Before the tenant moves in
C. During the tenant's occupancy
D. Whenever the tenant requests
, Conducting the inspection before move-in documents existing conditions to
avoid disputes later.
4. How often should routine maintenance be scheduled to ensure property
upkeep?
A. Only when a problem arises
B. Regularly according to a preventive maintenance plan
C. Once every five years
D. Only during tenant turnover
Preventive maintenance helps avoid costly repairs and extends the life of
property assets.
5. What is the most effective way to handle a tenant complaint about noise?
A. Ignore it and hope it resolves itself
B. Investigate promptly and communicate with involved parties
C. Immediately evict the tenant causing noise
D. Tell the complaining tenant to handle it themselves
Prompt investigation and mediation can resolve issues amicably without
escalation.
6. Which of the following is a protected class under the Fair Housing Act?
A. Age
B. Marital status
C. Race
D. Income level
Race is a federally protected class; housing discrimination based on race is
illegal.
Practice Exam Questions And Correct Answers
(Verified Answers) Plus Rationales
1. What is the primary purpose of a lease agreement in residential property
management?
A. To establish the rights and responsibilities of both landlord and tenant
It clearly defines the terms of tenancy and protects both parties by outlining
obligations and rules.
2. Which of the following is NOT typically included in a residential lease?
A. Rent amount
B. Security deposit details
C. Employee work schedules
D. Pet policies
Employee work schedules are unrelated to tenant agreements and thus not
included in a lease.
3. When is it appropriate to perform a move-in inspection?
A. After the tenant moves out
B. Before the tenant moves in
C. During the tenant's occupancy
D. Whenever the tenant requests
, Conducting the inspection before move-in documents existing conditions to
avoid disputes later.
4. How often should routine maintenance be scheduled to ensure property
upkeep?
A. Only when a problem arises
B. Regularly according to a preventive maintenance plan
C. Once every five years
D. Only during tenant turnover
Preventive maintenance helps avoid costly repairs and extends the life of
property assets.
5. What is the most effective way to handle a tenant complaint about noise?
A. Ignore it and hope it resolves itself
B. Investigate promptly and communicate with involved parties
C. Immediately evict the tenant causing noise
D. Tell the complaining tenant to handle it themselves
Prompt investigation and mediation can resolve issues amicably without
escalation.
6. Which of the following is a protected class under the Fair Housing Act?
A. Age
B. Marital status
C. Race
D. Income level
Race is a federally protected class; housing discrimination based on race is
illegal.
