Absolute Free Project-Planning-Design Exam Practice for Comprehensive Preparation 

Refer to the exhibit (urban commercial site sketch).

In the urban commercial site shown in the sketch, which is the most convenient location for a truck entrance and exit from the site? 

Refer to the exhibit (site designs A through D with tree and shrub placement and prevailing northwest winds indicated). Which of the following site designs would best protect the structure from prevailing northwest winds? 

Refer to the exhibit (residential floor plan with three outlined elevator core locations A, B, C). 

During design development, an owner has chosen an elevator that does not fit in the location previously selected for the two-car elevator core. The elevator core should be near the main entrance lobby and centrally located. The minimum program requirements for each residential floor are the following:

Five studios

Five 1-bed units

Eight 2-bed units

Three 3-bed units

Which outlined location meets the requirements?

An elementary school requires a renovation, selective demolition, and a major addition in order to accommodate a growing student population. An architectural firm has prepared schematic design plans incorporating the school's increased programmatic needs, including an enlarged library, cafeteria, and gymnasium; a secure courtyard; and additional space for administrative offices and classrooms. The main entrance was relocated in order to improve the traffic and pedestrian flow at the beginning and end of the school day, and additional parking was provided to comply with current zoning requirements. The existing single-story masonry building was built in 1950. Two small additions were built later: the north addition will be kept and repurposed, but the south addition will be demolished. The building contains asbestos and lead in roof soffits, floor tiles, pipe insulation, and window paint. All existing mechanical systems need to be replaced; new systems have not been selected. Considerations for the renovation include: The relocated front entrance must be easily recognizable, highly visible, and secure.Interior and exterior materials need to be durable and maintainable in order to withstand frequent

Good indoor air quality and increased energy efficiency are priorities for the selection of mechanical

equipment.

After completion, the entire school should look uniform, without a distinctive difference between the existing

building and new addition.

Building information:

Construction Type is II-B.

The following resources are available for your reference:

Existing Plans, including site and floor plans

Proposed Plans, including site and floor plans

Cost Analysis

Zoning Ordinance Excerpts, for off-street parking requirements

IBC Excerpts, showing relevant code sections

ADA Standards Excerpts, showing relevant sections from the ADA Standards for Accessible Design

Which of the following strategies is most appropriate for a new shopping center to be constructed on a nearly flat site flowing into a municipal subsurface storm-drainage system that is at capacity during a 5-year storm?