CPRP Planning & Design 2

Question 1

Which planning document typically establishes the long-range vision for a park system over a 10–20 year horizon?

Accepted Answer

Comprehensive master plan

Answer

A comprehensive master plan sets the long-range vision, goals, and strategies for a park system over an extended planning horizon.

Question 2

The Level of Service (LOS) standard in parks planning is most commonly expressed as:

Accepted Answer

Acres of parkland per 1,000 residents

Answer

LOS in parks planning is typically expressed as acres of parkland per 1,000 residents, allowing comparison to national benchmarks.

Question 3

Which Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standard specifically addresses accessible routes within newly constructed park facilities?

Accepted Answer

2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design

Answer

The 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design govern accessible routes and features in newly constructed and altered recreation facilities.

Question 4

A park designer wants to minimize urban heat island effect in a new plaza. The BEST landscape strategy is to:

Accepted Answer

Plant shade trees and use light-colored permeable paving

Answer

Shade trees and light-colored permeable paving reduce heat absorption and allow stormwater infiltration, directly mitigating urban heat island effect.

Question 5

In a needs assessment, gap analysis refers to:

Accepted Answer

The difference between existing service levels and desired standards

Answer

Gap analysis identifies the difference between the current level of service and the desired or standard level of service in a community.

CPRP - Certified Park and Recreation Professional Practice Test

CPRP - Certified Park and Recreation Professional Practice Test

CPRP Planning & Design 2