CLA Construction Documentation & Implementation in Certified Landscape Architect (CLA Practice Test Exam) 2

Question 1

Which sheet in a construction document set typically contains the legend, abbreviations, and general project notes?

Accepted Answer

Cover sheet or general notes sheet

Answer

Grading plan sheet

Answer

Planting plan sheet

Answer

Detail sheet

Question 2

A landscape architect specifies Class B topsoil to a depth of 12 inches in planting beds. Which characteristic best defines Class B topsoil per most state and ASLA standards?

Accepted Answer

Loam or sandy loam with 2–5% organic matter and pH 5.5–7.0

Answer

Sandy loam with organic matter above 10%

Answer

Clay soil amended with perlite

Answer

Recycled compost blended with native subsoil

Question 3

On a grading plan, a dashed contour line typically represents:

Accepted Answer

Existing grade

Answer

Proposed grade

Answer

Property boundary

Answer

Easement line

Question 4

What is the primary purpose of a geotechnical report in landscape construction documentation?

Accepted Answer

To assess soil bearing capacity, drainage, and subsurface conditions

Answer

To determine plant species suitability

Answer

To calculate irrigation demand

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To establish stormwater detention volumes

Question 5

Which retaining wall design consideration is most critical when wall height exceeds 4 feet?

Accepted Answer

Engineered structural design and building permit

Answer

Cap stone material selection

Answer

Decorative facing pattern

Answer

Plant material at the wall base

Question 6

A construction specification section written in CSI MasterFormat Division 32 pertains to:

Accepted Answer

Exterior improvements

Answer

Mechanical systems

Answer

Structural concrete

Answer

Electrical site lighting

Question 7

Which document legally binds the contractor to perform the work described in the construction drawings and specifications?

Accepted Answer

Agreement/Contract

Answer

Request for Proposal (RFP)

Answer

Addendum

Answer

Shop drawing submittal