Which of the following techniques is least appropriate in the early stages of presenting a development project to the public?
Correct Answer: B
In the early stages of presenting a development project, the focus should be on introducing the project's purpose and gathering public input, not on detailed design elements. Option B (displaying a scale model) is least appropriate, as it presents a specific design solution before the public has had a chance to provide input, potentially alienating stakeholders. The APA'sAICP Certification Exam Content Outline(2022), under "Communication and Interaction," advises that "early public engagement should focus on project goals, needs, and community input, avoiding detailed designs like models that may preempt feedback." Options A (describing objectives), C (needs assessment), and D (comparing alternatives) are appropriate early steps to inform and engage the public. TheCPC Study Manual(2024) states, "In early stages, avoid presenting specific designs like scale models, as they may limit public input-focus on objectives and needs instead," supporting option B. References: APA AICP Certification Exam Content Outline (2022), CPC Study Manual (2024), APA PAS Report on Public Engagement.
Question 42
Who promoted a dream city "Radiant City"?
Correct Answer: B
Explanation A. promoted auto oriented development with Broadacre City C. Louis Wirth - wrote Urbanism as a Way of Life D. influenced urban design with indoor shopping malls in 1950's
Question 43
What percentage of households receive the long form of the US Census?
Correct Answer: B
Question 44
What concept is Ebenezer Howard Associated with?
Correct Answer: D
Question 45
The technique to fund public improvements with the projected increase in tax revenue is:
Correct Answer: D
Tax Increment Financing (TIF) is a funding mechanism where the projected increase in property tax revenue generated by a development is used to finance public improvements in the designated area, such as infrastructure or redevelopment projects. The APA'sAICP Certification Exam Content Outline(2022), under "Plan Implementation," defines TIF as "a method to fund public improvements by capturing the incremental tax revenue increase resulting from development within a defined district." Option A (Impact Fee) is a one- time fee on developers to offset infrastructure costs, not based on future tax increases. Option B (Tax Abatement Program) reduces taxes to attract development, not to fund improvements. Option C (Tax Exemption Strategy) similarly involves tax relief, not revenue capture. TheCPC Study Manual(2024) states, "TIF uses the projected increase in tax revenue from a development to finance public improvements in the area," supporting option D. References: APA AICP Certification Exam Content Outline (2022), CPC Study Manual (2024), APA PAS Report on Tax Increment Financing.
