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USE THE FOLLOWING SCENERIO FOR QUESTIONS 1-4: You are designing a small office (18'-0" x 16'-0"). Two 36" doors lead to the corridor and to an adjacent room. Two windows in the office are each 40" wide and 4'-6" high with 2'-6" sill height. The finished ceiling height is 8'-6". 1. How many running feet of 12 feet wide carpet is needed? A. 16 B. 18 C. 24 D. 32
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USE THE FOLLOWING SCENERIO FOR QUESTIONS 1-4: You are designing a small office (18'-0" x 16'-0"). Two 36" doors lead to the corridor and to an adjacent room. Two windows in the office are each 40" wide and 4'-6" high with 2'-6" sill height. The finished ceiling height is 8'-6". 2. The budget for FF&E is $11,000. Furniture, equipment, paint and wallcovering installed will cost $10,150. What can you spend per yard (installed) for the carpet? A. $2.97 B. $19.93 C. $26.56 D. $37.64
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USE THE FOLLOWING SCENERIO FOR QUESTIONS 1-4: You are designing a small office (18'-0" x 16'-0"). Two 36" doors lead to the corridor and to an adjacent room. Two windows in the office are each 40" wide and 4'-6" high with 2'-6" sill height. The finished ceiling height is 8'-6". 3. The wallcovering you specified is 54" wide. The price is $10.00 a linear yard for the material. What is the estimated cost for the material (not installed)? A. $460 B. $490 C. $1,275 D. $1,360
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USE THE FOLLOWING SCENERIO FOR QUESTIONS 1-4: You are designing a small office (18'-0" x 16'-0"). Two 36" doors lead to the corridor and to an adjacent room. Two windows in the office are each 40" wide and 4'-6" high with 2'-6" sill height. The finished ceiling height is 8'-6". 4. Included in the design for the office are draperies for the windows. You have selected a 48" wide lightweight fabric with no pattern. Using 2 1/2 times fullness and 18" for headers and hems, how much fabric will you need? A. 9 yds. B. 11 yds. C. 13 yds. D. 18 yds. |
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5. The quantity and location of chairs are indicated in which document? A. schedules B. construction drawings C. specifications D. architectural plan
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6. Window treatments in office buildings: A. are not considered in fire ratings since they are not permanently attached and are located on the exterior of a building. B. meet fire ratings if the fabric is treated with a fire retardant finish. C. must meet NFPA 701. D. mus be flame resistant and not exceed 20% of the aggregate area of walls and ceilings.
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7. The contract administration phase includes which of the following? A. addendums, furniture specifications, change orders, and post-occupancy evaluation b. review shop drawings and submittals, research local codes, and make sure project complies C. create an imaginary schedule you hope sounds good to the client and which the project manager can fold and use as a coaster D. competitive bid process, furniture ordering, site inspections and punch list
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D. competitive bid process, furniture ordering, site inspections and punch list
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8. Smoke quality is reported in terms of maximum optical density with an index range between 0 and 800 units. Most federal agencies require a smoke density rate of: A. 600 or less B. 450 or less C. 300 or less D. 150 or less |
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9. A client is renovating a 50-year old building and is consequently responsible for bringing the building up to current accessibility guidelines. This means that by the end of the project, A. every square foot must comply with the guidelines B. all reasonable design changes must be complete C. only ground floor must be accessible D. 50% of all square footage must comply with the guidelines
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B. all reasonable design changes must be complete
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10. At what point in a typical project are project schedules created? A. during programming , revised during schematics, and updated throughout the project B. during schematics, revised during the bid process, and updated throughout the project C. after the bid has been awarded, and revised during the ordering process D. once orders are acknowledged, and revised when construction begins
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A. during programming , revised during schematics, and updated throughout the project
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11. What is the best means of conducting a formal post-occupancy evaluation for a large office project? A. interviews B. walk-through C. questionnaires D. e-mail
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12. An item NOT included in an Invitation to Bid is: A. total cost of service B. identification of client C. project location D. prequalification standards, if any
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13. In order to make changes during the construction phase, a client may: A. confer with the designer, who will then issue a Change Order B. verbally order the contractor to make the changes C. have a letter sent to the contractor stating the desired changes D. supervise all work while construction is underway
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A. confer with the designer, who will then issue a Change Order
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14. During the construction of an assisted-living facility, your client's company bought a smaller company and several change orders were issued to accommodate the client's new situation. The final configuration of the facility is different than what is shown in the original contract documents. These changes should be noted and reflected in: A. the record drawings B. the Certificate of Substantial Completion C. the post-occupancy evaluation report D. no documentation is required, since this is beyond your scope of services
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15. When a supplier or manufacturer requires an upfront payment for all or part of an order from the designer or client, it is called: A. C.B.D. B. Pro-Forma C. C.O.D. D. B.Y.O.B.
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16. Preparing a budget depends on three planning factors. Which of the following is NOT a factor: A. total cost the client is willing to spend B. efficiency ratio of net-to-gross area C. cost per square foot D. other costs as percentages of building costs
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A. total cost the client is willing to spend
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17. In commercial construction, it is: A. necessary to file permit drawings before the bidding process can begin B. not unusual for a meeting to be held with the building officials and client/client's agent before a permit is issued C. common for the work to proceed and for the drawings to be files when the work finished D. only necessary to file drawings if the work affects the building's load-bearing structure
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B. not unusual for a meeting to be held with the building officials and client/client's agent before a permit is issued
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18. The space planning of a project involves mechanical, acoustical and lighting consultants. Who has the responsibility for coordinating their work? A. the designer B. the staff facilities manager C. the office manager D. a special projects person
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19. Construction documents would include all EXCEPT which of the following? A. furniture plan B. schedules C. specifications D. adjacency matrix
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20. In commercial construction, a standard gypsum board partition can be constructed to meet a one-hour fire rating or for sound control, if which of the following is done? A. the partition is constructed from floor to ceiling B. the partition is constructed from floor slab to structural ceiling C. the insulation in the wall is urethane foam D. the gypsum board is 1/2" thick
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B. the partition is constructed from floor slab to structural ceiling
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21. Which of the following is NOT a non-restrictive or open specification? A. descriptive specification B. performance specification C. reference specification D. proprietary specification
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D. proprietary specification
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22. Interior wall and ceiling textile finishes are classified in accordance with which IBC specific testing method or standard? A. NFPA 701 B. NFPA 286 C. ASTM E-84 D. NFPA 265
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23. A legal document that assures that a general contractor or vendor will complete the work as specified in the contract is called: A. a completion guarantee B. a performance bond C. a bid bond D. a mechanic's lien
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24. Good communication between owner, contractor and designer is essential to any project. What is the best means of communication? A. emails, with paper copies saved in the email section of the project file B. phone calls are acceptable if there is a good relationship between all parties C. in writing, with copies going to all concerned parties D. face-to-face conversations as long as everyone is taking notes
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C. in writing, with copies going to all concerned parties
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25. An invoice is: A. a bill B. a confirmation of purchase C. an estimate D. a proof of payment
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26. As you conduct the final walk-through with your client and the contractor, you list any items that are missing, incomplete and/or damaged before the project can be finally completed. This listing is called: A. an addendum B. a submittal C. an ommissions list D. a punch list
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27. You have been asked by your employer to use your personal car to deliver accessories to a client. On the way, you are involved in an accident; the accident is your fault and another driver is injured. Your employer is covered under which type of insurance policy? A. motor vehicle insurance B. employer's non-ownership liability insurance C. transportation damage insurance D. automotive liability insurance
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B. employer's non-ownership liability insurance
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28. Effective time management can be summarized by which of the following? A. creating your schedule for the day and holding all calls until planned work is finished B. leaving all scheduling up to your administratrive assistant C. creating a rigid set of rules specifying the order in which action items will be accomplished and time allocated to each item D. creating a prioritized to-do list with time allocations and built-in flexibility for emergencies
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D. creating a prioritized to-do list with time allocations and built-in flexibility for emergencies
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29. When a project requires services beyond the scope of a designer's knowledge, how should the designer handle the requirement? A. have an expert consultant contact your client to obtain information to prepare plans and specifications. They will negotiate their own contracts with your client B. hire a consultant to review your information and work to see if it meets the requirements of the project, and make revisions and/or changes to your work if appropriate. It is not necessary to let your client know you called on other consultants, since your client signed a contract with you for the project and expects you determine the right solution C. advise the client that you are hiring a consultant for a specific purpose and have the consultant meet with you and the client D. advise the client that they may need additional expert conultants for certain parts of the project and advise the client to hire someone in those specific areas
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C. advise the client that you are hiring a consultant for a specific purpose and have the consultant meet with you and the client
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30. The flooring contractor you have engaged to install ceramic tile in your client's house does not show up at the appointed time, rushes through the job doing sub-standard work and leaves a mess in the client's house. Your client leaves an angry message on your answering machine and blames you. Your best course of action is to: A. call the client, accept responsibility and correct the problem as soon as possible with that contractor (or another, if necessary) B. before you call your client, call the contractors and tell them to get over there and fix it C. tell your client you are not to blame and to call the contractor to get it fixed D. employ another installer and send them to the job site
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A. call the client, accept responsibility and correct the problem as soon as possible with that contractor (or another, if necessary)
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31. The critical path scheduling method: A. is the most common scheduling method for the design phase B. is best used for small to mid-sized projects C. uses bars to mark tasks and time estimates for completion D. identifies inter-relationships of tasks
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D. identifies inter-relationships of tasks
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32. The "scope of services" should be defined: A. in simple, general terms B. in specific terms related to preparation of drawings, consultation and purchasing arrangements C. in a document separate from the letter of agreement D. as the project progresses
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B. in specific terms related to preparation of drawings, consultation and purchasing arrangements
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33. What document legally requires the client to "fulfill financial responsibility" to the designer for items purchased over $500? A. confirmation of purchase or purchase agreement B. purchase order or bill of lading C. giving acknowledgement or confirmation D. invoice or bill
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A. confirmation of purchase or purchase agreement
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34. If a termination clause is not included in a contract between the designer and client, the contract may be ended by: A. a verbal agreement B. a second contract detailing the terms of the termination C. an exchange of registered letters from both the designer and client D. a letter from either of the parties' lawyers
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B. a second contract detailing the terms of the termination
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35. "Project closeout" involves all EXCEPT which of the following? A. Post-Occupancy Evaluations B. a walk-through C. give the client the operations and maintenance information manual D. transfer of warranties to the client
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A. Post-Occupancy Evaluations
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36. You have a meeting with a prospective client to talk about the interior of a new home. During the meeting, the client pulls out drawings and specifications by another interior designer, asking if you could "provide a better price". What should you do? A. you really need this job, so you pretend you did not see the other designer's name on the specifications B. you are insulted by this "get it cheaper" mentality, and you tell the client that the meeting is over C. you tell the client that you must contact the other designer to see what their contractual agreement is before proceeding D. since the client came to you, you assume he fired the other designer and proceed with the project
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C. you tell the client that you must contact the other designer to see what their contractual agreement is before proceeding
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37. Which document briefly describes the project, states where the project documents can be secured, and describes the bidding procedures? A. addenda B. instructions to bidders C. invitation to tender or bid D. forms of agreements
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C. invitation to tender or bid
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38. In checking signage details when preparing contract documents, you are verifying that in an accessible space, a certain amont of clear space has been maintained below each sign or other ceiling projection. That clear space must measure at least: A. 80" B. 82" C. 84" D. 90"
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39. If shipping arrangement is "FOB factory/freight prepaid," it means that: A. the buyer owns item in transit, the buyer pays freight charges, and the buyer bears freight charges B. the manufacturer owns the item in transit , the manufacturer pays the freight charges, and the manufacturer bears the freight charges C. the manufacturer owns the item in transit, the buyer pays freight charges, and the manufacturer bears the freight charges D. the buyer owns item in transit, the manufacturer pays freight charges, and the manufacturer bears the freight charges
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D. the buyer owns item in transit, the manufacturer pays freight charges, and the manufacturer bears the freight charges
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40. Hard-line plans and elevations alone may NOT be sufficient for contractors to estimate the cost of the project. Also needed are: A. axonometric drawings B. schedules C. specifications D. working drawings
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41. Setting up a corporate budget will help with all of the following EXCEPT which? A. planning for the financial needs of the company in a thoughtful way B. allowing management to be proactive instead of reactive C. providing a basis for future budgeting D. allowing management to be reactive instead of proactive
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D. allowing management to be reactive instead of proactive
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42. A designer's out-of-pocket expenses should be managed in which of the following ways? A. included as part of the design fee B. charged at actual cost or clearly stated if a service charge is added C. not part of the client's contract D. charged at rates for goods specified in the contract
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B. charged at actual cost or clearly stated if a service charge is added
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43. When trims and decorative finishes are kept to a minimum, they an usually have a lower rating than that typically required by fire codes. What is the percentage of wall and ceiling area that the trim cannot exceed? A. 10% B. 15% C. 20% D. 25%
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44. Your client's lease indicates 4,000 sf "rentable" space is available for use to develop the office space. This area is the: A. floor area that is inhabitable by the tenant B. interior floor are excluding vertical penetrations through the floor C. floor space within the exterior face including the exterior wall thickness D. best method for calculating commercial design fees
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B. interior floor are excluding vertical penetrations through the floor
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45. What is a bid bond used to accomplish? A. guarantee the general contractor will complete the work as specified B. guarantee the general contractor will be responsible for paying all material and labor costs C. add an additional 15% to the bid price D. guarantee the general contactor will sign the contract
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D. guarantee the general contactor will sign the contract
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46. A custom design, commissioned by a client and produced by a design firm, legally belongs to the: A. client B. client, but only after payment has been received C. the design firm D. the designer who created it
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47. The Uniform Commercial Code: A. affects a designer acting as agent for the owner B. affects the designer's activity during the construction documentation phase C. indicates that a buyer must reject non-conforming goods within a reasonable time after "tender of delivery" D. indicates that delivery of one defective installment is considered a breach of contract
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C. indicates that a buyer must reject non-conforming goods within a reasonable time after "tender of delivery"
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48. During a site visit to one of your firm's projects (a branch bank), you observe that the tile sub-contractor has reversed the accent and field tile colors. You should: A. tell him to stop B. shut down the job C. inform him of the mistake and contact the job supervisor immediately D. let him proceed and subsequently reject the work
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C. inform him of the mistake and contact the job supervisor immediately
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49. Which of the following labels is required by code for a 20-minUte-rated wooden door? A. UL B. CPSC C. UFAS D. BOCA
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50. Under what part or heading would you place the articles covering job site conditions, quality assurance, and product delivery in a CSI specification? A. addendum B. execution C. general D. product
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51. On which drawing should you check for the coordination of lights, sprinklers and HVAC diffusers? A. reflected ceiling plan B. lighting plan C. mechanical plan D. detail sheet
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A. reflected ceiling plan
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52. A door assembly rated for 45 minutes and equipped with a sidelight is typically used in what type of wall? A. as a fire wall separating two buildings (in a 3-hour wall) B. as a non-rated interior door (in a partition wall) C. as the entry door to a fire stair (in a 2-hour wall) D. as an access door (in a 1-hour wall)
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D. as an access door (in a 1-hour wall)
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53. A tender or bid form, as a contract document, A. contains the general conditions of contract B. has the price filled in by the designer C. provides spaces for the bidder to supply the unit and extended prices D. is the sheet that contains the drawings of custom details
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C. provides spaces for the bidder to supply the unit and extended prices
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54. Project bids have come in 10% over budget despite a Statement of Probable Costs prepared by the designer. What action should be taken? A. the designer should work with the owner without charge to make minor reductions to project scope B. the designer should bear the cost of minor changes C. the contractor should negotiate cost reductions with the designer D. the owner should negotiate with the contactor to lower the bid price or to rebid the project
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D. the owner should negotiate with the contactor to lower the bid price or to rebid the project
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55. A "cloud" on a drawing indicates: A. a modification in the construction drawings B. a detail C. electrical light switching D. a section line
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A. a modification in the construction drawings
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56. A project subcontractor says that site measurements must be made before the specified case goods can be finished because the original drawings were noted "N.T.S.," which means: A. Never Trust Sketches B. Not to Scale C. North to South D. New to Site
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57. After a project is complete, a designer and client will conduct a walk-through to list incomplete or damaged goods. The designer will then generate a punch list or site inspection report. What would NOT appear on this doucment? A. missing furniture B. accessories deleted from the budget C. wall damage incured during delivery D. incorrect upholstery fabric
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B. accessories deleted from the budget
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58. Many valuable bits of information come out of a post-occupancy evaluation. What is an example of POE information? A. project completion per scheduled time B. indentification of problems related to the project C. project profitability D. client need for additional space in the future |
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59. When a manufacturer sets the retail price for a product you are selling, which of the following is taking place? A. the designer must abide by the manufacturer's stipulations for the product B. the manufacturer is price-fixing C. the manufacturer is abiding by "fair trade" pricing policies D. the manufacturer is violating the Sherman Act |
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D. the manufacturer is violating the Sherman Act
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60. The Robinson-Patman Act, enforced by the Federal Trade Commission, A. makes it illegal for a merchant to charge different merchants different prices for the same good B. regulates safety and accessibility C. limits sales only to those with resale certificates D. deals with interstate trade
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A. makes it illegal for a merchant to charge different merchants different prices for the same good
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61. A former classmate and friend works for a local furniture dealer. Your friend has heard about several office projects your firm is working on and is pressuring you to specify the dealer's products. You should: A. ask your friend what your commission would be to specify the products B. give your friend pertinent information regarding each project which will provide an advantage over other firms who are seeking the FF&E contracts C. tell your friend that you will be glad to present the dealer's products along with others you deem appropriate and that all choices are ultimately made by the client D. tell your friend that you don't work with friends because it might seem inappropriate and that consequently you will not recommend the dealer's product at all
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C. tell your friend that you will be glad to present the dealer's products along with others you deem appropriate and that all choices are ultimately made by the client
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62. In what part of the documents would you find millwork details drawings? A. design drawings B. specifications C. schedules D. construction drawings
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