LARE - Section 1 Practice Questions
Which of the following is NOT a type or description of a specification found in a construction document set? A. "Or Equal Specification B. Proprietary Specification C. "Or Approved Equal Specification D. "As Needed" Specification
"As Needed" Specification
A project manager is reviewing a landscape contractor's bid. Which of the following would not be covered in the contractor's cost summary included with the bid? A. Site demolition B. Plant material C. Additional services D. Operation costs and profit
Additional services
Which of the following items must be resolved prior to final completion? A. All punch list items B. Lien releases C. Removing all debris from the property D. All of the above
All of the above
Agency agreements can be terminated for which of the following reasons? A. All of the available answers are correct B. Death of the principal or agent C. Unilateral termination by the principal D. Unilateral termination by the agent E. Bankruptcy of either party F. Mutual consent between the principal and agent to terminate the agreement G. Expiration of the time period for the agreement
All of the available answers are correct
Quality control of construction drawings generally takes place at which percentage of completion in the evolution of a drawing? A. 25% B. 50% C. 90% D. 100%
90%
Staff landscape architects at a private consulting firm have designed the grounds for a large business park and are ready to draft a bid advertisement for the construction of that project. Which of the following actions would NOT be permissible when drafting and issuing the bid advertisement? A. Allowing the site owner to choose any contractor they desire B. Allowing the bid advertisement to be shown to a select group of well-regarded contractors C. Reserving the right for the owner to reject any and all bids D. All of the listed actions are permissible
All of the listed actions are permissible
A field order differs from a change order in which of the following ways? A. A field order implies a cost savings, whereas a change order implies a cost increase B. A field order has no cost or time implications for a contractor, whereas a change order does C. A field order is generated by the contractor, whereas a change order is generated from an owner's request D. A field order requires a modification to the construction document set, whereas a change order does not
A field order has no cost or time implications for a contractor, whereas a change order does
Which of the following items would be MOST appropriate to document on a punch list? A. The species and size of all trees to be installed at the project site B. Location of proposed irrigation controller C. A note to have the contractor refinish the handle to an entry gate D. Any areas for planned site demolition
A note to have the contractor refinish the handle to an entry gate
Which of the following elements is NOT required to define a task? A. An objective B. A timeline C. A level of effort D. A situation
A situation
A contractor has experienced significant delays to their construction schedule due to the owner not furnishing them with the necessary plans. The owner could be accused of: A. Fraud B. Active Interference C. Tort Damages D. Negligence
Active Interference
A "notice to proceed" permits which of the following actions? A. Allows the designer to release the CD set for bidding B. Allows the contractor to begin construction C. Allows the contractor to begin project closeout D. Allows the contractor to hire a subcontractor
Allows the contractor to begin construction
Plant-related site maintenance costs can be reduced in which of the following ways? Choose three A. Covering soil with 1-2 inches of mulch B. Amending site soils prior to planting C. Using drought-tolerant plant material D. Developing a site maintenance plan E. Specifying permeable paving
Amending site soils prior to planting Using drought-tolerant plant material Developing a site maintenance plan
To be valid and enforceable, a contract must: Choose all that apply. A. Never include a minor B. Exist between two or more consenting parties C. Be established while all parties are of a sound mental state D. Be reviewed by a notary public
Exist between two or more consenting parties Be established while all parties are of a sound mental state
Division 2 of the Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) addresses which of the following categories of specification? A. Concrete B. Existing Conditions C. Masonry D. Finishes
Existing Conditions
When estimating the cost of construction for a proposed design, which of the following factors should be taken into account? Choose four. A. Existing site conditions B. Scope of work C. Project schedule D. Anticipated cost of materials E. Status of construction documentation F. Billable hours remaining in contract
Existing site conditions Scope of work Project schedule Anticipated cost of materials
Several errors are discovered in a construction document set during the bidding process and need to be amended. What should the landscape architect responsible for the erroneous drawings do? A. Nothing, the bidding period has begun B. Issue an addenda to the bid set and send it to all identified bidders C. Issue an change order to the bid set and send it to all identified bidders D. Send all identified bidders a notice of substantial completion
Issue an addenda to the bid set and send it to all identified bidders
To determine the schedule status of a project, the project manager should: A. Calculate the amount of work completed and compare it to the total work to be completed for the current project phase B. Calculate the amount of work completed for the total project C. Consult the initial project schedule and find the current project phase D. Use a critical path method (CPM) schedule to determine the amount of work remaining
Calculate the amount of work completed and compare it to the total work to be completed for the current project phase
Which of the following is generally NOT considered to be an advantage of a bar or Gantt-type chart schedule? A. Simple formatting makes them easy to update B. Can be created with basic software, such as Microsoft Excel C. Are easy for clients to understand D. Can also be used for staff payroll
Can also be used for staff payroll
Torts have which of the following characteristics? Choose all that apply. A. Involve breach of contract B. Can result from a specific action or a failure to act C. Involve criminal action D. Are a private or civil wrong or injury
Can result from a specific action or a failure to act Are a private or civil wrong or injury
Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding arbitration? Choose all that apply. A. Municipal court systems handle the bulk of arbitration B. Arbitrators are impartial, third parties that lead the process of arbitration C. Decisions at arbitration hearings are final and binding D. Decisions at arbitration hearings do not establish legal precedents
Arbitrators are impartial, third parties that lead the process of arbitration Decisions at arbitration hearings are final and binding Decisions at arbitration hearings do not establish legal precedents
Which of the following considerations would a landscape contractor be wholly responsible for in a typical residential project? A. Arranging site access B. Providing accurate quantity take-offs of all plant materials shown on the planting plan C. Ensuring that all plan drawings are signed by a licensed landscape architect D. Ensuring that all plans are properly permitted
Arranging site access
32) A landscape architect would like to determine if all elements of a site design were built according to the construction documents. To obtain this information, they would request which of the following services from the contractor both during and after the course of construction? A. As-built drawings B. Shop drawings C. ALTA survey D. Record set
As-built drawings
A project manager is under pressure to meet an extremely demanding deadline within the next three weeks. Which of the following actions would best allow the project manager to ensure that this deadline is met? A. Install state of the art design software on all the project team's computers B. Assign all tasks to junior staff members and interns C. Hire additional designers to join the design team D. Ask members of the existing project team to work overtime to meet the demanding deadline
Ask members of the existing project team to work overtime to meet the demanding deadline
Which of the following is NOT an objective of a project work plan? A. Identification of the project team B. Development of the project schedule C. Definition of the project objectives D. Assess client availability E. Breakdown of the project into tasks
Assess client availability
Examples of risk management techniques for a project manager or design office would include: Choose three. A. Assigning staff to project types with which they have prior experience B. Keeping intact design teams that have proven to be productive and successful C. Accepting projects from clients with outstanding professional reputations D. Awarding bids to contractors with which the design office has prior (and positive) experience
Assigning staff to project types with which they have prior experience Keeping intact design teams that have proven to be productive and successful Accepting projects from clients with outstanding professional reputations
When describing the percent completion of a design drawing. 50% completion differs from 25% completion in that: Choose all that apply. A. At 25%, the drawing has been started but all elements of the drawing are still in progress B. At 25%, only the plan and section drawings have been completed C. At 50%, plans, sections and details are drawn, but dimensions, notes and callouts are missing or incomplete D. At 50%, plans, sections and details are nearly finished, and most dimensions, notes and callouts are present
At 25%, the drawing has been started but all elements of the drawing are still in progress At 50%, plans, sections and details are drawn, but dimensions, notes and callouts are missing or incomplete
During construction, a structure is damaged by fire. Which of the following forms of insurance would cover such damage? A. Comprehensive General Liability Insurance B. Builder's Risk Insurance C. Errors & Omissions Insurance D. Warranty on the contractor's work
Builder's Risk Insurance
A client has a small residential property and would like a landscape architect to replace their lawn with plant material that requires less water. Which of the following items would be considered LEAST essential or relevant to the scope of design as requested? A. As-built drawings of existing irrigation system B. Measurements of the existing lawn area C. List of programming that the space should accommodate D. Certificate of Title for the property in question
Certificate of Title for the property in question
Protection from lawsuits related to injury sustained by the general public on a construction site would be covered by: A. Comprehensive General Liability Insurance B. Hold Harmless Clause C. Errors & Omissions Insurance D. Umbrella Excess Liability Insurance
Comprehensive General Liability Insurance
Which of the following statements about the general conditions (contained in the project manual) are TRUE? Choose all that apply. A. Contains "boilerplate" language that establishes the rights, authority and obligations of the contracting parties B. Are also referred to as "supplementary conditions" C. Outlines the general rules under which a project will be built D. Contains general information related to material finishes and product specifications
Contains "boilerplate" language that establishes the rights, authority and obligations of the contracting parties Outlines the general rules under which a project will be built
A "scope of services would typically be found in which of the following documents? A. Contract B. Work Plan C. Project Schedule D. Reference Specifications
Contract
Errors and omissions insurance generally does not cover the actions of which of the following parties: A. Surveyors B. Landscape Architects C. Architects D. Contractors
Contractors
Which of the following actions would be considered MOST necessary to take before beginning to draft accurate plan drawings for a design project? A. Coordinate topographical survey and develop project base map B. Coordinate boundary survey and confirm construction budget C. Coordinate topographical survey and confirm construction budget D. Coordinate ALTA survey and schedule "kickoff" meeting
Coordinate topographical survey and develop project base map
When acting as a subconsultant, a landscape architect is expected to: A. Lead the overall design for the project in question B. Coordinate with the prime consultant to produce work as described in the scope of services section of the design contract C. Liaise directly with the client regarding all design issues D. Offer guidance to the contractor as needed
Coordinate with the prime consultant to produce work as described in the scope of services section of the design contract
The Architect's Supplemental Instruction form can be used to: A. Document a change order B. Correct errors or inconsistencies in a contract after said contract has been signed C. Provide specific direction to the contractor D. Alter or supplement previous direction given by the landscape architect to the contractor
Correct errors or inconsistencies in a contract after said contract has been signed
"A process flow diagram superimposed on a timeline with deadlines" would describe which of the following forms of schedule? A. Bar Chart B. Gantt Chart X (Your Answer) C. Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) D. Critical Path Method (CPM)
Critical Path Method (CPM)
Prior to preparing a design contract and to better establish the scope of work that a project requires, a landscape architect should do all of the following EXCEPT: A. Conduct site research B. Determine the client's goals C. Identify all relevant codes, laws and regulations D. Draft construction details for key site elements
Draft construction details for key site elements
The primary purpose of a "notice of substantial completion" is to: A. Notify all parties that arbitration is nearly complete B. Establish that the project is suitable for occupancy or use for its intended purpose C. Notify the contractor that they are released from all liability related to the project in question D. Provide legally binding documentation that all aspects of a project are complete
Establish that the project is suitable for occupancy or use for its intended purpose
To which of the following scenarios would the concept of "tort damages" BEST apply? A. A breach of contract between owner and contractor B. Defamation of character through libel and slander C. Violating local environmental codes by filling in a wetland D. The exercise of eminent domain
Defamation of character through libel and slander
Which of the following answers correctly lists the order of project management activities according to Ramroth in "Project Management for Design Professionals"? A. Defining, Planning, Directing, Coordinating, Monitoring, Learning B. Learning, Defining, Planning, Directing. Coordinating, Monitoring C. Coordinating, Monitoring, Learning. Defining. Planning, Directing D. Coordinating, Monitoring, Defining, Planning, Directing. Learning
Defining, Planning, Directing, Coordinating, Monitoring, Learning
The primary goal of a post-construction evaluation is to: A. Ascertain if all elements of the project were built per the design drawings B. Determine if the owner requires any additional design services from the landscape architect C. Determine if the design as built meets the needs of the owner and site users D. Allow the landscape architect to obtain marketing photographs of the built project
Determine if the design as built meets the needs of the owner and site users
The purpose of a punch list is to: A. Document minor deficiencies in the construction project as they arise B. Document all correspondence during a site visit C. Document minor deficiencies in the construction project after substantial completion D. Document all liens placed against a property
Document minor deficiencies in the construction project after substantial completion
The primary reason that a landscape architect should not give orders or direction directly to a contractor's workers is that: A. The workers may begin to follow the landscape architect's direction instead of the plans B. The workers could misinterpret the direction and execute the requested work improperly C. Doing so places undue liability on the landscape architect and can make them responsible for any resulting cost overruns D. The contractor can accuse the landscape architect of misfeasance in a court of law
Doing so places undue liability on the landscape architect and can make them responsible for any resulting cost overruns
A contractor is constructing a wooden deck from plans, details and specifications provided by a landscape architect for a private residence. The contractor finds conflicting information in the plans and specifications but decides not to notify the landscape architect of this problem. Assuming that the contract does not address how this conflict should be addressed, what action should the contractor take related to this conflicting information? A. Follow the guidance shown in the plans B. Follow the guidance shown in the specifications C. Take guidance from either document as they see fit D. Hire a third-party consultant to conduct a constructability review of the conflict in question E. Obtain legal advice from a trusted confidant
Follow the guidance shown in the specifications
A contractor determines that they underbid a project and, upon being awarded the construction contract, decides to forfeit their bid bond and withdraw from the project. Which of the following penalties could be applied? Choose all that apply. A. Forfeiture of the face value of the bid bond B. Malfeasance C. None, the contractor can reject the contract without penalty D. Forfeiture of money in the amount of the difference between their bid and that of the next lowest bidder, up to the face value of the bid bond.
Forfeiture of the face value of the bid bond Forfeiture of money in the amount of the difference between their bid and that of the next lowest bidder, up to the face value of the bid bond.
A landscape architect needs to provide a project schedule for a medium-size project with a fairly small number of deadlines, deliverables and subconsultants. According to these criteria, which of the following tools might the landscape architect utilize? A. Arbitration B. Gantt Chart C. Milestone list D. Critical Path Method
Gantt Chart
If a subcontractor has not produced satisfactory work, they must ultimately answer to which of the following parties: A. Owner B. General Contractor C. Landscape Architect D. Owner's Representative
General Contractor
Which of the following expenses would be considered "overhead" for a landscape architecture office? Choose all that apply. A. General office supplies B. Leasing an office space C. Payment to a subconsultant for services rendered D. In-house printing E. New telephones
General office supplies Leasing an office space In-house printing New telephones
Which of the following parties has the ability to place a tax lien against a property? A. Government B. Landscape architect C. Material supplier D. General contractor
Government
8) Within the context of a design firm, effective project management and documentation has the capacity to: Choose all that apply. A. Improve the working relationship between the general contractor and their subcontractors B. Improve communication between the designer and the contractor C. Improve the working relationship between the designer and the owner D. Reduce the likelihood of tort damages
Improve communication between the designer and the contractor Improve the working relationship between the designer and the owner
Independent contractors differ from agents in which of the following ways? A. Independent contractors are only responsible for their own actions, agents are not B. Independent contractors are paid on a hourly basis, agents are paid a fixed fee C. Agents are required to be registered in their field of expertise, independent contractors are not D. Independent contractors cannot pursue legal action against the owner, agents can
Independent contractors are only responsible for their own actions, agents are not
Of the answers provided, which of the following is NOT a potential benefit associated with the process of value engineering? A. Reduction in construction costs B. Reduced probability of litigation related to construction C. Reduced long-term site maintenance costs D. Introduction of attractive and/or high-end material finishes E. Improved ease of construction
Introduction of attractive and/or high-end material finishes
After the bidding period has closed and all bids have been reviewed, an owner issues a contract to the winning contractor and the contractor returns the signed contract. The owner would then take which of the following steps? A. Issue an RFI B. Issue an RFP C. Issue a notice to proceed D. Issue an addenda
Issue a notice to proceed
A client has requested that a landscape architect commission a survey of their private property. Which of the following actions would the landscape architect take to complete such a task? A. Hire a surveyor to conduct the work on an hourly basis B. Issue an RFQ for the survey of the property to a limited number of surveyors C. Issue an RFP for the survey of the property to a limited number of surveyors D. Hire a subconsultant to issue an RFP for the survey of the property to a limited number of surveyors
Issue an RFP for the survey of the property to a limited number of surveyors
Using standardized or "boilerplate" language in a design contract is generally helpful for all of the following reasons EXCEPT: A. It contains language with which both parties will likely already be familiar B. It is less expensive than having such language be drafted by an attorney C. It has been properly vetted through the court system D. It shortens the length of the contract documents
It shortens the length of the contract documents
A contractor requires further clarification on information found in the design specifications related to a landscape light fixture. Which of the following parties is ultimately responsible for providing a response to the contractor? A. Lighting Manufacturer B. Owner C. Electrical subcontractor D. Landscape Architect
Landscape Architect
Which of the following items is generally NOT found on a utility plan? A. Location of sanitary sewer lines B. Location of telephone poles C. Location of water meter D. Location of walls
Location of walls
7) A project manager is asked to determine the percentage completion of the construction documents. Of the answers provided, which of the following actions would yield the most accurate estimate? A. Make an estimate based on the number of hours billed to the project B. Make an estimate based on the number of drawings completed in relation to the list of drawings required C. Make an estimate based on self reporting from all members of the design team D. Make an estimate based on the number of days remaining to the submittal deadline
Make an estimate based on the number of drawings completed in relation to the list of drawings required
A registered landscape architect directly supervises a team of 4 landscape designers at a large, private design firm. What are the advantages of working under a registered landscape architect? Choose all that apply. A. Many states require a landscape designer to work under a registered landscape architect before becoming registered themselves B. The registered landscape architect can sign and seal the work performed by the landscape designers under their supervision C. The registered landscape architect may be able to provide insight into subject matter with which the landscape designers are unfamiliar D. Landscape designers working under a registered landscape architect are eligible for free membership to the ASLA
Many states require a landscape designer to work under a registered landscape architect before becoming registered themselves The registered landscape architect can sign and seal the work performed by the landscape designers under their supervision The registered landscape architect may be able to provide insight into subject matter with which the landscape designers are unfamiliar
Which of the following statements about general partnerships is FALSE? A. Each partner is an agent of the partnership B. Each partner has the power to enter into the binding contracts in the name of the partnership C. No limitations can be placed on the powers of any partners in a partnership D. Each partner has unlimited liability to creditors
No limitations can be placed on the powers of any partners in a partnership
A project work plan document would generally contain all of the following EXCEPT: A. Project Objectives B. Project Team C. Project Schedule D. Project Task and Budget E. Quality Control Procedures F. Reference Specifications
Reference Specifications
A landscape architect has commissioned a site survey for a project, but when the surveyor sends the requested drawings to the landscape architect, it is missing basic information that was omitted from the service contract. What should the landscape architect do? A. Request that the surveyor include the missing information because it was basic and should have been included as a best practice B. Request that the surveyor include the missing information after signing a contract for additional services C. Take responsibility for the missing information and use the survey as-is D. Go to the site and measure the missing information
Request that the surveyor include the missing information after signing a contract for additional services
As a form of business organization, proprietorships have which of the following characteristics? Choose all that apply. A. Pay no income tax B. Owned by an individual C. No formal documents are required for its establishment D. Can be discontinued at will at any time E. Operate as an independent legal entity that protects the owners in the firm from liability
Owned by an individual No formal documents are required for its establishment Can be discontinued at will at any time
An agreement for professional services would be formed between which of the following parties? Choose two. A. Owner B. Contractor C. Subcontractor D. Consultant E. Leasee
Owner Consultant
Within the context of a public works project, which of the following parties typically retains ownership of the design documents? A. Designer (Landscape Architect) B. Contractor C. Owner (Public Agency) D. Financing Institution
Owner (Public Agency)
Within the context of a private project, which of the following parties has ownership of the design documents? A. Designer B. Contractor C. Owner D. Ownership of the documents must be established in the design contract
Ownership of the documents must be established in the design contract
Which of the following does not entail an alteration to an existing contract, contractual agreement or construction document set? A. Change Order B. Addenda C. Field Order D. Payment Bond
Payment Bond
Which of the following items is generally a landscape architecture office's single greatest expense? A. Errors & Omissions Insurance B. Payroll C. Direct Project Expenses D. Billables
Payroll
A property owner has hired a contractor to construct a green roof designed by a local landscape architect. How often should the owner make payments to the contractor? A. Per the agreement established in the contract B. Only at project completion C. On a monthly basis D. Per the contractor's requests
Per the agreement established in the contract
A private developer is soliciting bids for the construction of a multi-story apartment building with green roofs and underground parking. This developer has experienced many problems with numerous contractors in the past and would like to implement measures to reduce the risk associated with the construction of this project. Which of the following measures might the developer take to reduce the risk associated with constructing this project? Choose two. A. Require the contractor to obtain a performance bond B. Hire a third party to conduct a constructability review of the proposed design prior to bidding and construction C. Hire a third party to value engineer the proposed design D. Issue change orders on a regular basis
Require the contractor to obtain a performance bond Hire a third party to conduct a constructability review of the proposed design prior to bidding and construction
When advertising a public works project for bid, which of the following items would NOT be included in the bid advertisement? A. Project location B. Bonding requirements C. Project scope D. Bid submittal deadline E. Project timeline F. Previous project experience G. How to obtain bid documents
Previous project experience
A construction manager is interested in developing a document to record ALL management and project-related factors for a large, complex construction project. Their intention would be to update this document on an as-needed basis so that it can be used to track items such as project goals, budgets and schedules. Such a document would be called: A. Project management plan B. Critical path method C. Meeting minutes D. Project schedule
Project management plan
Which of the following answers BEST describes the relationship between project managers and risk? A. Project managers must minimize risk and manage it whenever it occurs B. Project managers must take risk as a given in the design and construction industry C. Risk affects the project manager's ability to properly allocate resources D. Project managers can maximize risk through proper planning
Project managers must minimize risk and manage it whenever it occurs
Which of the following concepts or management tools would a project manager utilize? Choose three. A. Project planning B. Scheduling C. CAD drafting D. Quality control E. Marketing
Project planning Scheduling Quality control
Which of the following statements about project work plans is FALSE? A. Project work plans should only be revised after construction commences B. Project work plans should outline the project's objectives C. Project work plans should be reviewed with the project team to improve the document's accuracy D. Project work plans should be updated as needed to assure that the document remains relevant
Project work plans should only be revised after construction commences
A project manager can most effectively minimize risk within a project through which of the following actions? A. Effective budgeting of resources B. Proper planning C. Effective communication D. Addressing conflicts as they arise
Proper planning
Lien rights are rarely given for which of the following types of projects? A. LEED-certified projects B. Public works projects C. Design-build projects D. Projects with an owner's representative
Public works projects
Which of the following would NOT be considered a viable approach to conducting a maintenance-related waste audit? A. Physical sorting of the waste B. Reviewing maintenance and operations logs C. Conducting a walk-through D. Reviewing plan drawings and specifications
Reviewing plan drawings and specifications
A landscape architect has included extensive detailing for the fabrication of a custom steel bench to be used in a project. Regardless,certain aspects related to the fabrication of this bench are outside the landscape architect's expertise and they would like the contractor to resolve these items during construction while still maintaining a degree of control over the contractor's work. The landscape architect would request which of the following from the contractor to accomplish this? A. Shop assembly B. Limited notice to proceed C. Shop drawings D. Fabrication
Shop drawings
A contractor is tasked with pouring a concrete driveway per the plans and performance specifications supplied by a landscape architect. The work is completed to the landscape architect's satisfaction with the exception of the broom finish on the concrete, which is sloppy and unattractive. Of the options provided, which of the following actions would the contractor most likely take? A. Demolish the work and reinstall it per the landscape architect's verbal direction regarding the broom finish B. Stand by the work as performed and do nothing C. Demolish the work and reinstall it because it does not meet the performance specification D. Demolish the work and reinstall it because it does not meet the information provided in the plans
Stand by the work as performed and do nothing
Which of the following parties would NOT be hired directly by the Owner? Choose all that apply. A. Landscape Architect as Prime Consultant B. Surveyor as Subconsultant C. General Contractor D. Electrician as Subcontractor
Surveyor as Subconsultant Electrician as Subcontractor
When setting up the work breakdown structure (WBS) for a project, which of the following would generally NOT be taken into account: A. The relative simplicity or complexity of the WBS B. That the WBS relates to the contractual requirements specific to the project in question C. That the WBS can accurately track project financials D. That the WBS allows access to only the project manager
That the WBS allows access to only the project manager
Agency agreements consist of an agreement between a principal and an agent. Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding agency agreements? Choose all that apply A. The agent can be empowered to take any legally permissible action that the principal could B. The agent can enter into binding contracts on the behalf of the principal C. The agent can act outside of the granted authority established in the agency agreement if necessary D. Agency agreements are consensual in nature
The agent can be empowered to take any legally permissible action that the principal could The agent can enter into binding contracts on the behalf of the principal Agency agreements are consensual in nature
On public projects, a bid from a contractor could be rejected because: Choose all that apply. A. The contractor does not meet the bonding requirements for the project B. The contractor is not the lowest bidder C. The bid was submitted late due to a power outage at the contractor's office D. The bid form was altered by the contractor to include additional relevant information
The contractor does not meet the bonding requirements for the project The contractor is not the lowest bidder The bid form was altered by the contractor to include additional relevant information
A landscape architect is recording meeting minutes at a project-related meeting with numerous attendees from a variety of firms and organizations. Which of the following data should be recorded in those meeting minutes? Choose all that apply. A. The date, time and location of the meeting B. The names, positions and firms/organizations of all attendees C. All notable and relevant statements made by the attendees D. The number of years that each attendee has been in their current position
The date, time and location of the meeting The names, positions and firms/organizations of all attendees All notable and relevant statements made by the attendees The number of years that each attendee has been in their current position
Project design budgets and project construction budgets differ in that: A. The design budget is the amount of money allocated for design services, whereas the construction budget represents the amount of money available to have the project built B. The landscape architect is only obligated to make the proposed design conform to the design budget C. The contractor is obligated to construct the project according to the design budget D. The design budget is arranged on a fixed-free basis, whereas the construction budget is not
The design budget is the amount of money allocated for design services, whereas the construction budget represents the amount of money available to have the project built
When a landscape architect provides direct and specific guidance to a contractor's workers, which of the following is likely to occur? A. The landscape architect could be held liable for any impacts to the construction schedule B. The landscape architect would need to draft a change order after providing guidance to the contractor's workers C. The contractor may send payment to the landscape architect for the additional services rendered D. The owner may request that the landscape architect take on a greater role in the construction management process
The landscape architect could be held liable for any impacts to the construction schedule
A landscape architect designs a large, publicly accessible green roof on top of a parking structure. Planting design, construction detailing (including specifications for the waterproofing membrane) and drainage are all included in the landscape architect's scope of work. Two years after installation, design-related flaws to the waterproofing and drainage system cause extensive water damage to the parking structure and the property owner immediately seeks legal recourse. Which of the following outcomes would likely NOT be possible as a cause of these events? A. The landscape architect is unable to be prosecuted due to the statute of limitations expiring B. Property damage claims are paid by the landscape architect C. Damages are awarded through arbitration D. The landscape architect is charged with negligence
The landscape architect is unable to be prosecuted due to the statute of limitations expiring
17) Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding a "notice of substantial completion"? Choose all that apply. A. The owner can no longer assess liquidated damages for late completion B. The owner can only withhold the costs of repairing or completing punch list items from the contractor C. All liability is transferred from the landscape architect to the property owner D. The property is considered suitable for occupancy or use for its intended purpose
The owner can no longer assess liquidated damages for late completion The owner can only withhold the costs of repairing or completing punch list items from the contractor The property is considered suitable for occupancy or use for its intended purpose
Time extensions are generally granted to contractors when: A. They can illustrate that they are unable to meet a deadline B. A subcontractor refuses to comply with the existing schedule C. The owner increases the scope of work to be completed D. The landscape architect requests the scope of work be reduced
The owner increases the scope of work to be completed
A project manager is managing a team of three entry-level landscape designers and one licensed landscape architect. The project manager has assigned a significant amount of basic and repetitive work to the licensed landscape architect, leaving the entry-level landscape architects with little work. Which of the following actions should be taken? A. None, the project manager has assigned tasks as they see fit B. The project manager should reassign much or all of the basic and repetitive work to the entry-level landscape designers to allow the licensed landscape architect to address more complex tasks C. The entry-level designers should volunteer to take on some of the landscape architect's workload D. The landscape architect should reallocate the tasks as they see fit
The project manager should reassign much or all of the basic and repetitive work to the entry-level landscape designers to allow the licensed landscape architect to address more complex tasks
If a specification is described as being 50% complete, which of the following can be assumed to be true? A. The specification has been started but has not been completed B. The specification is complete but has not been reviewed for quality control C. The specification is in progress but is missing detail drawings D. The specification has undergone quality control but the comments have not been picked up yet
The specification has been started but has not been completed
The supplementary provisions included in a contract differ from the general conditions of that contract in which of the following ways? A. The supplementary conditions often contain "boilerplate" information, the general conditions do not B. The supplementary conditions typically contain project-specific information, the general conditions do not C. The supplementary conditions always contain bid-related information, the general conditions do not D. The supplementary conditions never contain the owner's contact information, the general conditions do
The supplementary conditions typically contain project-specific information, the general conditions do not
A reputable contractor has met several demanding deadlines related to the construction of a large corporate campus. However, delays from one of their subcontractors means that they may miss an upcoming deadline. Which of the following actions should be expected of the contractor? A. They should be granted a time extension with no penalties, given their past performance B. They should work overtime to meet the deadline as currently scheduled C. They should fire the subcontractor and request a time extension D. They should take no action, given their past performance
They should work overtime to meet the deadline as currently scheduled
A project manager would hire an arborist for which of the following tasks? Choose all that apply. A. To assess the health of any existing trees on a project site B. To assess the health of any newly planted trees on a project site C. To make adjustments to the design per the recommendations in an arborist's report D. To provide documentation of existing trees on site to satisfy code requirements
To assess the health of any existing trees on a project site To assess the health of any newly planted trees on a project site To provide documentation of existing trees on site to satisfy code requirements
Which of the following would generally NOT be considered a goal of project management? A. To design a project to budget B. To design a project according to the client's needs C. To minimize or eliminate any and all errors and deficiencies from the proposed design D. To exceed any and all development standards provided by municipal codes
To exceed any and all development standards provided by municipal codes
A project manager might use contingency planning for which of the following objectives? A. To reduce the risk related to uncertainties or potential threats B. To improve overall project performance C. To increase staff morale and meet deadlines D. To transfer financial losses to another, equally responsible, party
To reduce the risk related to uncertainties or potential threats
An owner is unsure of the best type of payment structure to adopt in their contract with a contractor and requests that the contractor provide three different options for them to evaluate. Of the following list, which would the contractor provide to the owner? Choose three. A. Unit price contract B. Cost-plus contract C. As-built contract D. Lump sum contract E. Boilerplate contract
Unit price contract Cost-plus contract Lump sum contract
Which of the following would NOT be considered a potential use for as-built drawings? A. Used to compare final built conditions to those in the record drawings B. Used to determine liability in construction-related litigation C. Used by a future party to make modifications, additions or alterations to a project site D. Used to fabricate custom site elements as requested by the landscape architect
Used to fabricate custom site elements as requested by the landscape architect
The clerk of works is generally responsible for which of the following tasks on a construction site? A. Approving payment requests B. Issuing shop drawings C. Responding to Requests for Information D. Verifying quantities of material delivered to the site
Verifying quantities of material delivered to the site
