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CERTIFIED PARKS AND RECREATION
PROFESSIONAL (CPRP) 2025; Updated
Actual Exam With Correct Answers
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
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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 of the services
and explain that services are meeting community needsexpenditures
Needs assessment - Correct-Answer-provides feedback on community
attitudes, opinions, and perceptions of P&R department & its resources
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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
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
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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
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)
CERTIFIED PARKS AND RECREATION
PROFESSIONAL (CPRP) 2025; Updated
Actual Exam With Correct Answers
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
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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 of the services
and explain that services are meeting community needsexpenditures
Needs assessment - Correct-Answer-provides feedback on community
attitudes, opinions, and perceptions of P&R department & its resources
,3|Page
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
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
, 4|Page
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
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)
