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NEW QUESTION # 49
The influence and successes of the National Resources Planning Board can be explained by the support given by all of the following EXCEPT:
- A. Franklin Delano Roosevelt.
- B. Daniel Burnham.
- C. Federal funding.
- D. Rexford Tugwell.
Answer: B
Explanation:
The National Resources Planning Board (NRPB), active from 1933 to 1943, was a New Deal agency focused on national planning for resources and economic development. It was supported by President Franklin Delano Roosevelt (A), who established it, and relied on federal funding (C) to operate. Rexford Tugwell (D), a key New Deal figure and planner, was also involved in its work, advocating for regional planning. However, Daniel Burnham (B), a prominent architect and planner known for the 1909 Plan of Chicago, had no involvement with the NRPB-he died in 1912, well before the NRPB's creation. According to the APA's AICP Certification Exam Content Outline(2022), under "Fundamental Planning Knowledge," the NRPB is noted as a New Deal initiative supported by Roosevelt and federal resources, with Tugwell as a key figure in its operations. TheCPC Study Manual(2024) confirms Burnham's contributions were earlier, centered on the City Beautiful movement, not the NRPB.
References: APA AICP Certification Exam Content Outline (2022), CPC Study Manual (2024), APA PAS Report on Planning History.
NEW QUESTION # 50
Which of the following is the correct example of census geographic hierarchy?
- A. Block, block group, tract, county
- B. Tract, block group, enumeration district, Consolidated Statistical Area (CSA)
- C. Tract, county, state, Consolidated Statistical Area (CSA)
- D. Block, block group, county, tract
Answer: A
Explanation:
The U.S. Census Bureau uses a geographic hierarchy where smaller units nest within larger ones. The correct hierarchy is: block (smallest unit), block group, tract, county, state, and larger regions like Consolidated Statistical Areas (CSAs). Option B (block, block group, tract, county) accurately reflects this nesting order.
Option A includes "enumeration district," which is not a standard census geography. Option C reverses the order (county before tract). Option D skips block and block group, jumping from tract to county. The APA's AICP Certification Exam Content Outline (2022), under "Research and Assessment Methods," defines the census hierarchy as "block, block group, tract, county, state, and larger regions." The CPC Study Manual (2024) confirms, "The census geographic hierarchy progresses from block to block group to tract to county," supporting option B.
References: APA AICP Certification Exam Content Outline (2022), CPC Study Manual (2024), U.S. Census Bureau Geographic Hierarchy Documentation.
NEW QUESTION # 51
Which public participation technique connects visioning with data analysis?
- A. Surveys
- B. Scenario testing
- C. Nominal group
- D. Sticky notes
Answer: B
Explanation:
Scenario testing is a public participation technique that combines visioning (imagining future possibilities) with data analysis (evaluating outcomes based on data-driven models). It involves creating alternative future scenarios, analyzing their impacts using data (e.g., demographic trends, economic forecasts), and engaging the public in choosing a preferred vision. The APA'sAICP Certification Exam Content Outline(2022), under
"Communication and Interaction," describes scenario testing as "a method that integrates visioning with quantitative analysis to explore future outcomes." Options A (surveys) and C (sticky notes) collect input but do not inherently involve data analysis. Option B (nominal group) focuses on consensus-building, not data integration. TheCPC Study Manual(2024) states, "Scenario testing connects community visioning with data analysis by modeling future scenarios and assessing their impacts," supporting option D.
References: APA AICP Certification Exam Content Outline (2022), CPC Study Manual (2024), APA PAS Report on Public Participation Techniques.
NEW QUESTION # 52
Which of the following activities is a primary function of a public sector planner?
- A. Preparation of park master plans
- B. Preparation of CIP budgets
- C. Subdivision and zoning code administration
- D. Policy research and analysis
Answer: D
Explanation:
Public sector planners primarily focus on developing and analyzing policies to guide community development, making policy research and analysis (option D) a core function. This involves studying data, trends, and regulations to inform plans and decisions. The APA's AICP Certification Exam Content Outline (2022), under "Administration and Management," lists "policy research and analysis as a primary function of public sector planners, ensuring evidence-based decision-making." Option A (CIP budgets) is typically handled by finance or engineering departments, with planners providing input. Option B (park master plans) is a specific task, not a primary function. Option C (subdivision and zoning code administration) is a responsibility, but it's more operational than strategic. The CPC Study Manual (2024) states, "Public sector planners focus on policy research and analysis to shape community development strategies," supporting option D.
References: APA AICP Certification Exam Content Outline (2022), CPC Study Manual (2024), APA PAS Report on Public Sector Planning Roles.
NEW QUESTION # 53
Where was the first subway located?
- A. New York City, NY
- B. Boston, MA
- C. Los Angeles, CA
- D. Washington, DC
Answer: B
Explanation:
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NEW QUESTION # 54
How many acres in one square mile?
- A. 0
- B. 1
- C. 2
- D. 3
Answer: B
NEW QUESTION # 55
The most important goal of soil erosion and sedimentation regulations is the protection of:
- A. Farms and ranches.
- B. Drainage ways and watercourses.
- C. Residential subdivisions.
- D. New construction projects.
Answer: B
Explanation:
Soil erosion and sedimentation regulations aim to prevent soil loss and sediment runoff, which can degrade water quality and ecosystems. The most important goal is protecting drainage ways and watercourses (option D), as sediment pollution primarily impacts streams, rivers, and lakes, affecting aquatic life and water quality.
The APA'sAICP Certification Exam Content Outline(2022), under "Plan and Policy Development," states,
"Soil erosion and sedimentation regulations primarily protect drainage ways and watercourses from sediment pollution." Options A (residential subdivisions), B (farms), and C (new construction) may benefit indirectly, but the primary focus is water protection. TheCPC Study Manual(2024) confirms, "The key goal of erosion and sedimentation regulations is to protect drainage ways and watercourses from sediment impacts," supporting option D.
References: APA AICP Certification Exam Content Outline (2022), CPC Study Manual (2024), APA PAS Report on Environmental Regulations.
NEW QUESTION # 56
Which of the following topics is not addressed specifically by a Rule of Conduct in the AICP Ethics Code?
- A. Unlawful discrimination against another person
- B. Representing a private client in the community where you formerly worked as a public planner
- C. Notification of the Ethics Officer when convicted of a serious crime
- D. Filing a frivolous charge of ethical misconduct against another planner
Answer: B
Explanation:
TheAICP Code of Ethics(2022) Rules of Conduct address specific behaviors. Option A is covered by Rule 22,
"We shall not file a frivolous charge of ethical misconduct." Option B is addressed by Rule 7, "We shall not unlawfully discriminate." Option C is covered by Rule 25, requiring notification of serious crime convictions.
Option D (representing a private client in a former public sector community) is not specifically addressed by a Rule of Conduct; however, it relates to Section A, Principle 2(b), "We shall avoid conflicts of interest or even the appearance of improper influence," which is aspirational, not enforceable. TheCPC Study Manual(2024) states, "While conflicts of interest are addressed aspirationally, there is no specific Rule of Conduct prohibiting representing a private client in a former public sector community," supporting option D.
References: AICP Code of Ethics (2022), CPC Study Manual (2024), APA AICP Certification Exam Content Outline (2022).
NEW QUESTION # 57
What two railroads joined at Promontory Point, Utah to form the first transcontinental railroad?
- A. Union Pacific and Central Pacific
- B. Northern Pacific and Central Pacific
- C. Union Pacific and Northern Pacific
- D. Northern Pacific and South Pacific
Answer: A
NEW QUESTION # 58
What role does the professional planner play in effectively facilitating the flow of ideas, information, and understanding within and among organizations, groups, and individuals?
- A. Utilize informal techniques to explain complex issues in lay terms during collaboration
- B. Disregard organizational structures and norms that could impede collaboration
- C. Consider only formal techniques or communications strategies during collaboration
- D. Rely on specialists within the organization(s) to facilitate collaboration
Answer: A
Explanation:
Planners facilitate understanding by making complex planning issues accessible to diverse audiences. Option D (utilize informal techniques to explain complex issues in lay terms) reflects this role, as planners often use simple language and informal methods (e.g., storytelling, visuals) to bridge understanding. The APA'sAICP Certification Exam Content Outline(2022), under "Communication and Interaction," states, "Planners facilitate understanding by using informal techniques to explain complex issues in lay terms, ensuring effective collaboration." Option A (rely on specialists) shifts responsibility away from the planner. Option B (disregard structures) is unprofessional and ignores context. Option C (formal techniques only) limits effective communication. TheCPC Study Manual(2024) confirms, "Planners play a key role in facilitating understanding by using informal methods to explain issues in lay terms," supporting option D.
References: APA AICP Certification Exam Content Outline (2022), CPC Study Manual (2024), APA PAS Report on Communication Strategies.
NEW QUESTION # 59
Which of these regions is planned, protected, and managed by a bi- or multi-state regional land use planning agency?
- A. Highlands, New Jersey-Pennsylvania-New York
- B. Delmarva Peninsula, Delaware-Maryland-Virginia
- C. Lake Tahoe, California-Nevada
- D. Ozarks, Missouri-Arkansas-Oklahoma-Kansas
Answer: C
Explanation:
The Lake Tahoe region, spanning California and Nevada, is managed by the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA), a bi-state agency established in 1969 to oversee land use, environmental protection, and development in the region. The TRPA is a well-known example of a multi-state regional planning body, created through a compact between the two states and approved by Congress. The APA'sAICP Certification Exam Content Outline(2022), under "Areas of Practice," identifies "Lake Tahoe as a model of bi-state regional planning, managed by the TRPA to protect the lake's ecosystem and manage growth." The other regions-Highlands (B), Ozarks (C), and Delmarva Peninsula (D)-do not have similar bi- or multi-state planning agencies. The Highlands region has some regional coordination but not a formal multi-state agency like the TRPA. TheCPC Study Manual(2024) notes, "The TRPA at Lake Tahoe is a leading example of a bi- state planning agency addressing land use and environmental challenges," supporting option A.
References: APA AICP Certification Exam Content Outline (2022), CPC Study Manual (2024), APA PAS Report on Regional Planning.
NEW QUESTION # 60
Under the "New Deal," the Federal Housing Administration facilitated segregation efforts by refusing to insure mortgages in African-American neighborhoods while simultaneously subsidizing builders who were mass-producing subdivisions for whites. What is this policy known as?
- A. Redlining
- B. Displacement
- C. Gentrification
- D. Sub-prime lending
Answer: A
Explanation:
The Federal Housing Administration (FHA), established during the New Deal in 1934, implemented policies that denied mortgage insurance to African-American neighborhoods while supporting white suburban development, a practice known as redlining. The term "redlining" originates from the FHA's use of maps where minority neighborhoods were outlined in red,marking them as high-risk and ineligible for loans.
According to the APA'sAICP Certification Exam Content Outline(2022), under "Fundamental Planning Knowledge," redlining is identified as a historical planning practice that "systematically denied services to minority communities, contributing to segregation." TheCPC Study Manual(2024) elaborates that "the FHA's redlining practices in the 1930s and 1940s entrenched racial segregation by refusing to insure mortgages in African-American areas." Options B (gentrification), C (displacement), and D (sub-prime lending) are incorrect: gentrification involves neighborhood revitalization often leading to displacement, which is a later phenomenon; displacement is an outcome, not a policy; and sub-prime lending refers to high-risk loans, a more modern practice.
References: APA AICP Certification Exam Content Outline (2022), CPC Study Manual (2024), APA PAS Report on Planning History.
NEW QUESTION # 61
If the original data were reexamined using cost-benefit ratios, which of the following statements would be correct?
- A. All of the alternatives would be justified.
- B. The preferred alternative would be different.
- C. A preferred alternative could not be identified.
- D. The preferred alternative would remain the same.
Answer: D
Explanation:
Since the question lacks specific data or context about alternatives, we assume a general scenario where cost- benefit ratios are applied to reexamine data. Cost-benefit ratios (benefits divided by costs) typically reinforce the preferred alternative if it already has the best net benefit, as the ratio method often aligns with net benefit analysis. Option C (the preferred alternative would remain the same) is the most likely outcome in a typical scenario. The APA'sAICP Certification Exam Content Outline(2022), under "Research and Assessment Methods," states, "Reexamining data with cost-benefit ratios often confirms the preferred alternative if it already maximizes net benefits." Options A (all justified), B (different alternative), and D (no preferred alternative) require specific data changes not provided. TheCPC Study Manual(2024) notes, "Cost-benefit ratios generally support the same preferred alternative as net benefit analysis," supporting option C.
References: APA AICP Certification Exam Content Outline (2022), CPC Study Manual (2024), APA PAS Report on Cost-Benefit Analysis.
NEW QUESTION # 62
The employer-focused strategy that best achieves mode shift among employees who typically travel by single occupancy vehicle is:
- A. Designating priority parking spaces for carpool use.
- B. Parking cash-out programs.
- C. Meeting parking requirements defined by zoning regulations.
- D. Shared parking arrangements with adjacent landowners.
Answer: B
Explanation:
Mode shift from single-occupancy vehicles (SOVs) to alternatives like transit or carpooling is best achieved by reducing incentives for SOV use. Option C (parking cash-out programs) allows employees to opt out of parking subsidies in exchange for cash, encouraging them to use other modes. The APA'sAICP Certification Exam Content Outline(2022), under "Areas of Practice," states, "Parking cash-out programs are the most effective employer-focused strategy for mode shift, as they financially incentivize alternatives to SOVs." Option A (meeting parking requirements) maintains SOV incentives. Option B (shared parking) reduces parking demand but doesn't directly target employees. Option D (priority carpool parking) helps but is less impactful than cash incentives. TheCPC Study Manual(2024) confirms, "Parking cash-out programs best achieve mode shift by incentivizing employees to forgo SOVs," supporting option C.
References: APA AICP Certification Exam Content Outline (2022), CPC Study Manual (2024), APA PAS Report on Transportation Demand Management.
NEW QUESTION # 63
What organization did Peter Calthorpe found?
- A. Sierra club
- B. ASPO
- C. Congress for new urbanism
- D. American planning association
Answer: C
NEW QUESTION # 64
What are LULU's?
- A. Locally unwanted land uses
- B. Locally unwanted logical uses
- C. Locally unwanted large uses
- D. Locally unwanted laboratory uses
Answer: A
NEW QUESTION # 65
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