The City Beautiful movement emerged from the 1893 Chicago World’s Fair (Columbian Exposition), which showcased grand architecture and civic design, inspiring planners to apply these principles to cities. Option A (Chicago World’s Fair) is correct. The APA’sAICP Certification Exam Content Outline(2022), under “Fundamental Planning Knowledge,” states, “The City Beautiful movement was a direct result of the 1893 Chicago World’s Fair, which promoted civic beauty and order.” Option B (Hoover Commission Report) relates to government efficiency in the 1940s. Option C (Nash’s plan for London) influenced Regency-era planning, not City Beautiful. Option D (Olmsted’s Central Park) predates the movement and focuses on naturalistic design. TheCPC Study Manual(2024) confirms, “The City Beautiful movement originated from the 1893 Chicago World’s Fair,” supporting option A.
[References: APA AICP Certification Exam Content Outline (2022), CPC Study Manual (2024), APA PAS Report on City Beautiful Movement., ]
Question 2
Which component of zoning regulations would address equitable access to housing?
Options:
A.
Establishing an administrative process for reasonable accommodation requests
B.
Establishing both parking minimums and parking maximums
C.
Classifying assisted living facilities as a commercial use
D.
Expanding areas zoned for single-family residential use
Answer:
A
Explanation:
Equitable access to housing ensures that zoning regulations accommodate diverse populations, including those with disabilities or other needs. Option A (establishing an administrative process for reasonable accommodation requests) directly addresses this by allowing individuals to request modifications to zoning rules (e.g., for accessibility features) under the Fair Housing Act (FHA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The APA’sAICP Certification Exam Content Outline(2022), under “Plan and Policy Development,” notes that “zoning must include processes for reasonable accommodations to comply with federal laws like the FHA and ADA, ensuring equitable housing access.” Option B (parking minimums and maximums) focuses on parking, not housing access. Option C (classifying assisted living as commercial) may limit housing options for seniors. Option D (expanding single-family zoning) often restricts housing diversity, reducing affordability and access. TheCPC Study Manual(2024) states, “Reasonable accommodation processes in zoning are critical for equitable housing access, particularly for people with disabilities,” supporting option A.
[References: APA AICP Certification Exam Content Outline (2022), CPC Study Manual (2024), APA PAS Report on Zoning for Equity., ]
Question 3
Which of the following statements is true about systems analysis?
Options:
A.
It is used when political and social factors predominate.
B.
It is useful when problems can be bounded and relationships between actions and results can be modeled.
C.
It uses decision trees to trace consequences of alternatives, thereby aiding in making the best choice among alternatives.
D.
It is concerned with organizational and administrative limitations to the implementation of solutions.
Answer:
B
Explanation:
Systems analysis is a method to evaluate complex problems by modeling relationships between actions and outcomes, often using quantitative tools. Option B (useful when problems can be bounded and relationships modeled) accurately describes this approach, as systems analysis requires defining a system’s boundaries and modeling inputs and outputs. The APA’sAICP Certification Exam Content Outline(2022), under “Research and Assessment Methods,” definessystems analysis as “a method for evaluating problems that can be bounded, where relationships between actions and results can be modeled.” Option A (political and social factors) is incorrect, as systems analysis focuses on technical modeling, not social dynamics. Option C (decision trees) describes a specific tool, not the broader method. Option D (organizational limitations) is a secondary concern, not the primary focus. TheCPC Study Manual(2024) states, “Systems analysis is effective for bounded problems where relationships can be modeled mathematically,” supporting option B.
[References: APA AICP Certification Exam Content Outline (2022), CPC Study Manual (2024), APA PAS Report on Systems Analysis., ]