Question 1

Which best describes the policy analysis process for planners?

Options :

A : Use of scientifically based surveys and polling to determine the broader community's level of support for various policy alternatives

B : Use of systematic methods to evaluate policy, with the input of teams and stakeholders, and with a focus on actionable outcomes

C : Strict application of repeatable numerical measurement techniques to determine the extent to which given policies have been or may be successfully implemented

D : Systematic review and editing of existing or proposed policy language to ensure that the format and language is consistent throughout the document

Answer: B

Question 2

A former planning manager has been asked by the chair of a neighborhood group to lead a discussion on authentic and genuine community engagement. The manager accepts the invitation, but later learns the neighborhood has formally submitted a protest on inadequate public participation for a new bicycle plan the municipality is drafting. How should the manager proceed?

Options :

A :

Contact the chair to discuss how to expand community engagement without focusing on the draft bicycle plan

B :

Contact planning staff currently working on the draft bicycle plan and ask that they go to the neighborhood meeting in lieu of the manager

C :

Ask the chair of the neighborhood to cancel its meeting to discuss the draft plan because formal protest information was not previously provided

D :

Review a copy of the draft bicycle plan and craft a white paper for the neighborhood on whether the draft has adequately engaged the public

Answer: A

Question 3

You are the planning director in a small town. Your husband runs the local country club and is applying for construction of a new swimming pool. This application will be reviewed by the planning commission for approval. Often, planners who are faced with this type of dilemma:

Options :

A : File for divorce

B : File for bankruptcy

C : Hire a consultant

D : Quit their jobs

Answer: C

Question 4

The AICP Ethics Officer is authorized by the AICP Code of Ethics to do which of the following?

Options :

A : Provide written advice to a member

B : Provide informal advice to a member

C : Make minor revisions to the AICP Code of Ethics

Answer: B

Question 5

The Federal Housing Act of 1954 included which of the following provisions?

I. Program funding for community planning studies

II. Program funding for blight removal

III. Creation of the Urban Renewal Administration

IV. Creation of the Federal Housing Administration

Options :

A : I and IV only

B : I, II, III, and IV

C : I, II, and IV only

D : I, II, and III only

Answer: D

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