ARE Professional Practice and Ethics

Question 1

Under the AIA Code of Ethics, which obligation takes the highest priority when conflicts arise?

Accepted Answer

Obligations to the public

Answer

The AIA Code of Ethics places public health, safety, and welfare above duties to clients, colleagues, or the profession.

Question 2

Which firm ownership structure provides the most personal liability protection for individual architect-owners?

Accepted Answer

Limited Liability Company (LLC)

Answer

An LLC separates personal assets from business liabilities, protecting individual members from claims against the firm.

Question 3

What does NCARB's Architect Registration Examination (ARE) test?

Accepted Answer

Minimum competency to practice architecture independently

Answer

The ARE assesses whether a candidate has the minimum competency required to protect public health, safety, and welfare as a licensed architect.

Question 4

An architect who seals drawings for work they did not prepare or supervise is committing:

Accepted Answer

Fraud and a violation of professional standards

Answer

Sealing drawings without responsible control over their preparation is professional fraud and violates state licensing laws.

Question 5

What is the primary function of a state architectural licensing board?

Accepted Answer

To protect the public by regulating architectural practice

Answer

State licensing boards exist to protect the public by ensuring only qualified individuals are authorized to practice architecture.

ARE - Architect Registration Examination Practice Test