Free NCARB Project-Planning-Design Exam Practice Questions

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      • Exam Code: Project-Planning-Design
      • Exam Name: ARE 5.0 Project Planning & Design (PPD)
      • Total Questions: 100
      • PDF Price: $29.50 / $59.00
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      • Exam Code: Project-Planning-Design
      • Exam Name: ARE 5.0 Project Planning & Design (PPD)
      • Total Questions: 100
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      • Exam Code: Project-Planning-Design
      • Exam Name: ARE 5.0 Project Planning & Design (PPD)
      • Total Questions: 100
      • Practice Test Price: $34.50 / $69.00
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    Question No 1
    An architect is commissioned to design a lodge in a location where the water service is insufficient for a sprinkler system. The architect plans to maximize sight lines by using exposed columns and roof structure in the primary assembly space. Which of the following systems meet these requirements? Check the three that apply.
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    Question No 2
    For a three - story building, which of the following is considered a vertical irregularity with respect to seismic design?
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    Question No 3
    An architect is designing a multistory student housing project to be built of light wood framing. The following criteria must be met Minimize the floor assembly thickness Maximize ceiling height No individual HVAC room controls No exposed ductwork Which HVAC system should be selected for this project?
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    Question No 4
    Which of the following is considered when using natural light as the primary source of ambient light to improve building quality and reduce energy costs?
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    Question No 5
    An existing building containing the maximum allowable area may be extended horizontally provided the extension is separated from the existing building by which one of the following?
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About This Project-Planning-Design Question Bank

This page has 100 free practice questions for the NCARB Project-Planning-Design (ARE 5.0 Project Planning & Design (PPD)) exam, last refreshed on 4th Sep 2026. Answer each question, then reveal the correct choice to check your understanding before deciding whether to unlock the full question bank.

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