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CERTIFIED PARKS AND RECREATION
PROFESSIONAL (CPRP) 2025 UPDATED
ACTUAL EXAM WITH CORRECT
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
Procedures - correct answer- Chronological sequence of
activities; define steps for implementation. Outlined in
operations manuals. A process for completing a task.
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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
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
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"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
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
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ADA act of 1992 requires... - correct 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)
What is the order of priorities for ADA barrier removal
recommended by the Department of Justice? - correct 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
Customer expectations - correct 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
CERTIFIED PARKS AND RECREATION
PROFESSIONAL (CPRP) 2025 UPDATED
ACTUAL EXAM WITH CORRECT
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
Procedures - correct answer- Chronological sequence of
activities; define steps for implementation. Outlined in
operations manuals. A process for completing a task.
,2 | Page
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
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
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"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
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
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ADA act of 1992 requires... - correct 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)
What is the order of priorities for ADA barrier removal
recommended by the Department of Justice? - correct 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
Customer expectations - correct 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
