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Which type of architectural practice is the most common in Canada?
Which type of architectural practice is the most common in Canada?
Which type of architectural practice is organized to deliver experience and reliability on complex assignments?
Which type of architectural practice is organized to deliver experience and reliability on complex assignments?
What type of architectural practice provides highly efficient service on routine assignments?
What type of architectural practice provides highly efficient service on routine assignments?
What factors affect the type of ownership of an architectural practice?
What factors affect the type of ownership of an architectural practice?
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Which type of ownership of an architectural practice is a legal, collective entity authorized by statute to act as an individual business unit?
Which type of ownership of an architectural practice is a legal, collective entity authorized by statute to act as an individual business unit?
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What should architects seek before structuring a practice?
What should architects seek before structuring a practice?
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Which of the following is NOT a model for the internal structure of an architectural practice?
Which of the following is NOT a model for the internal structure of an architectural practice?
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What is the role of a project architect in a design team?
What is the role of a project architect in a design team?
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What is the responsibility of a project manager in an architectural practice?
What is the responsibility of a project manager in an architectural practice?
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Which of the following professional services is NOT required to support an architectural practice?
Which of the following professional services is NOT required to support an architectural practice?
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Why is it important for an architect to establish a relationship with a lawyer?
Why is it important for an architect to establish a relationship with a lawyer?
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What is the role of a comptroller in a larger architectural practice?
What is the role of a comptroller in a larger architectural practice?
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Which of the following is a reason for architects to incorporate their practice in Québec?
Which of the following is a reason for architects to incorporate their practice in Québec?
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Can a company in Québec practice architecture?
Can a company in Québec practice architecture?
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Can architects in Québec practice in any type of arrangement with non-architects?
Can architects in Québec practice in any type of arrangement with non-architects?
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What is a partnership of corporations in the context of architectural practice?
What is a partnership of corporations in the context of architectural practice?
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What are joint ventures in architectural practice usually formed for?
What are joint ventures in architectural practice usually formed for?
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What are multi-disciplinary firms in the context of architectural practice?
What are multi-disciplinary firms in the context of architectural practice?
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Which of the following is NOT a reason why architects decide to set up their own practices?
Which of the following is NOT a reason why architects decide to set up their own practices?
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What are some skills that are necessary for establishing and maintaining an architectural practice?
What are some skills that are necessary for establishing and maintaining an architectural practice?
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What are the first key steps in launching an architectural practice?
What are the first key steps in launching an architectural practice?
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What is a strategic plan?
What is a strategic plan?
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What are some reasons why establishing an architectural practice has serious implications for one’s personal, professional, and business life?
What are some reasons why establishing an architectural practice has serious implications for one’s personal, professional, and business life?
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What are some reasons why architects may set up their own practices?
What are some reasons why architects may set up their own practices?
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Which type of insurance covers theft and vandalism of office premises and automobiles?
Which type of insurance covers theft and vandalism of office premises and automobiles?
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Which type of insurance covers personal business partners and directors?
Which type of insurance covers personal business partners and directors?
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Which type of insurance covers extended medical care and dental plans?
Which type of insurance covers extended medical care and dental plans?
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Which type of insurance is a specialized type provided by a limited number of insurance underwriters?
Which type of insurance is a specialized type provided by a limited number of insurance underwriters?
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What is the purpose of a joint venture in the context of architectural practices?
What is the purpose of a joint venture in the context of architectural practices?
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What is a sole proprietorship in the context of architectural practice?
What is a sole proprietorship in the context of architectural practice?
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