Architecture Architectural Design Practice 4

Question 1

An architect receives an RFI revealing a conflict between the structural and architectural drawings. What is the proper response?

Accepted Answer

Issue a written clarification or supplemental instruction resolving the conflict

Answer

Document conflicts must be resolved in writing, typically through an architect's supplemental instruction or clarification drawing.

Question 2

Which insurance protects an architect against claims of negligent errors or omissions in professional services?

Accepted Answer

Professional liability insurance

Answer

Professional liability (errors and omissions) insurance covers claims arising from negligent performance of professional services.

Question 3

During site analysis, an architect studies solar orientation primarily to inform which design decisions?

Accepted Answer

Building massing, glazing placement, and shading strategies

Answer

Solar orientation drives passive design decisions such as massing, window placement, and shading to control heat gain and daylight.

Question 4

A change order differs from a construction change directive (CCD) in that a change order requires what?

Accepted Answer

Agreement of the owner, contractor, and architect on cost and time

Answer

A change order is a fully agreed modification signed by all parties, while a CCD directs work to proceed before agreement on cost or time.

Question 5

What is the primary purpose of a punch list at project closeout?

Accepted Answer

To document incomplete or nonconforming work requiring correction

Answer

The punch list records remaining items the contractor must complete or correct before final completion.

Architecture Practice Test