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This refers to the percentage of the maximum allowable floor area of any paved, tiled or hardscaped surface at the ground floor/ grade level in relation to the Total Lot Area (TLA)
This refers to the percentage of the maximum allowable floor area of any paved, tiled or hardscaped surface at the ground floor/ grade level in relation to the Total Lot Area (TLA)
- Impervious Surface Area (correct)
- Unpaved Surface Area
- Gross Floor Area
- Total Lot Area
As per BP 344, what is the maximum length of a ramp if the ramp gradient is 1:12?
As per BP 344, what is the maximum length of a ramp if the ramp gradient is 1:12?
- 4 m
- 5 m
- 7 m
- 6 m (correct)
Under the NBC, for Group A Dwellings, stairs shall have a clear width of at least ___.
Under the NBC, for Group A Dwellings, stairs shall have a clear width of at least ___.
- 750mm (correct)
- 850mm
- 800mm
- 700mm
Under NBC, rooms for human habitation shall have a minimum size of ___.
Under NBC, rooms for human habitation shall have a minimum size of ___.
Which of the following is not a qualification of applicant for licensure examination?
Which of the following is not a qualification of applicant for licensure examination?
Which of the following shall be issued by the Board to a registrant as an evidence that the person named therein is entitled to the practice of the profession with all the privileges appurtenant thereto while such remains unrevoked and unsuspended?
Which of the following shall be issued by the Board to a registrant as an evidence that the person named therein is entitled to the practice of the profession with all the privileges appurtenant thereto while such remains unrevoked and unsuspended?
Passageway from one building to another or around a wall in approximately the same floor level?
Passageway from one building to another or around a wall in approximately the same floor level?
What is the minimum lot area for single detached open market housing units as provided for in PD 957?
What is the minimum lot area for single detached open market housing units as provided for in PD 957?
___ shall not, in any case, enter as competitor in any Architectural Competition when he/she has direct involvement in the formulation of the Program thereof, or when he/she has been engaged to act as Professional Adviser or Juror for such competition. Neither shall the Architect accept and act as professional adviser or juror in any architectural competition when he/she has had any information or has reviewed or assisted in the preparation of such competition. Nor shall be retained as a professional adviser in a competition, accept employment as an Architect for the competition project, except as Consulting Architect.
___ shall not, in any case, enter as competitor in any Architectural Competition when he/she has direct involvement in the formulation of the Program thereof, or when he/she has been engaged to act as Professional Adviser or Juror for such competition. Neither shall the Architect accept and act as professional adviser or juror in any architectural competition when he/she has had any information or has reviewed or assisted in the preparation of such competition. Nor shall be retained as a professional adviser in a competition, accept employment as an Architect for the competition project, except as Consulting Architect.
As per PD 1096, what is the minimum ceiling height of the first storey of a habitable room provided with artificial ventilation?
As per PD 1096, what is the minimum ceiling height of the first storey of a habitable room provided with artificial ventilation?
___ shall not, under any circumstances or through any means, solicit any project already known to him/her as previously committed to another Architect, whether such a commitment is still in the process of negotiation or has already been definitely agreed upon.
___ shall not, under any circumstances or through any means, solicit any project already known to him/her as previously committed to another Architect, whether such a commitment is still in the process of negotiation or has already been definitely agreed upon.
What is the minimum lot area for single detached medium-cost housing units as provided for in PD 957?
What is the minimum lot area for single detached medium-cost housing units as provided for in PD 957?
As per BP 220, what is the maximum length of a residential block?
As per BP 220, what is the maximum length of a residential block?
Re-issuance or Replacement of Revoked or Lost Certificates of Registration Professional Identification Card shall be after ___ years from the date of revocation, may or may not exempt applicant from taking another examination.
Re-issuance or Replacement of Revoked or Lost Certificates of Registration Professional Identification Card shall be after ___ years from the date of revocation, may or may not exempt applicant from taking another examination.
An integrated system of underground or overhead piping or both connected to a source of extinguishing agent or medium which when actuated by its automatic detecting device suppresses fire?
An integrated system of underground or overhead piping or both connected to a source of extinguishing agent or medium which when actuated by its automatic detecting device suppresses fire?
As per RA 9514, what is the maximum travel distance for places of assembly if not protected by automatic fire suppression system?
As per RA 9514, what is the maximum travel distance for places of assembly if not protected by automatic fire suppression system?
___ shall not, under any circumstances or through any means, solicit any project already known to him/her as previously committed to another Architect, whether such a commitment is still in the process of negotiation or has already been definitely agreed upon.
___ shall not, under any circumstances or through any means, solicit any project already known to him/her as previously committed to another Architect, whether such a commitment is still in the process of negotiation or has already been definitely agreed upon.
Minimum air space for school rooms:
Minimum air space for school rooms:
PSO + ISA is equal to ___.
PSO + ISA is equal to ___.
___ shall refrain from associating himself/herself with, or allowing the use of his/her name by any enterprise that may negatively affect himself/herself or the architectural profession.
___ shall refrain from associating himself/herself with, or allowing the use of his/her name by any enterprise that may negatively affect himself/herself or the architectural profession.
What is the penalty for committing acts prohibited in the practice of Architecture?
What is the penalty for committing acts prohibited in the practice of Architecture?
Under the NBC exemption from payments of buildings permit fees shall be granted to
Under the NBC exemption from payments of buildings permit fees shall be granted to
In the Architect’s Code of Ethics, to whom does the architect have responsibility to inspect, reject or condemn materials not in conformity with contract documents?
In the Architect’s Code of Ethics, to whom does the architect have responsibility to inspect, reject or condemn materials not in conformity with contract documents?
In the Architect’s Code of Ethics, to whom does the architect have responsibility to be compensated for his services solely through his professional fee charged directly to his client?
In the Architect’s Code of Ethics, to whom does the architect have responsibility to be compensated for his services solely through his professional fee charged directly to his client?
Which of the following is not a Prohibition in the practice of architecture?
1.Practice architecture without being registered/without special permit
2.Attempt to use as his own the Certificate/Card of another architect
3.Given false evidence to obtain Certificate/Card
4. None of the above
Which of the following is not a Prohibition in the practice of architecture? 1.Practice architecture without being registered/without special permit 2.Attempt to use as his own the Certificate/Card of another architect 3.Given false evidence to obtain Certificate/Card 4. None of the above
Refers to total floor space within the perimeter of the permanent external building walls.
Refers to total floor space within the perimeter of the permanent external building walls.
PSO + TOSL is equal to ___.
PSO + TOSL is equal to ___.
In the Architect’s Code of Ethics, to whom does the architect have responsibility to provide adequate and just compensation?
In the Architect’s Code of Ethics, to whom does the architect have responsibility to provide adequate and just compensation?
Which of the following is not considered an unprofessional or dishonourable conduct and hence not a ground for the revocation of certificate?
Which of the following is not considered an unprofessional or dishonourable conduct and hence not a ground for the revocation of certificate?
What is referred to in works to buildings/structures involving changes in the materials used, partitioning, location/size of openings, structural parts, existing utilities and equipment but does not increase the building height and/or floor area?
What is referred to in works to buildings/structures involving changes in the materials used, partitioning, location/size of openings, structural parts, existing utilities and equipment but does not increase the building height and/or floor area?
Habitable rooms provided with artificial ventilation shall have ceiling heights not less than how many meters measured from floor to the ceiling
Habitable rooms provided with artificial ventilation shall have ceiling heights not less than how many meters measured from floor to the ceiling
___ shall explain the conditional character of estimates and in no case shall he/she guarantee any estimates or cost of the work in order to secure a commission, unless provided for by law, as in certain government projects.
___ shall explain the conditional character of estimates and in no case shall he/she guarantee any estimates or cost of the work in order to secure a commission, unless provided for by law, as in certain government projects.
Practice of architecture is a ___.
Practice of architecture is a ___.
Walkway headroom should not be less than ___ and should preferably be higher.
Walkway headroom should not be less than ___ and should preferably be higher.
Who is liable under RA 9266 when representatives/employees who are not licensed architects solicit architectural work for non-registered persons/firms?
Who is liable under RA 9266 when representatives/employees who are not licensed architects solicit architectural work for non-registered persons/firms?
As per BP 344, what is the required minimum walkway width to permit a person in wheelchair to traverse it with safety?
As per BP 344, what is the required minimum walkway width to permit a person in wheelchair to traverse it with safety?
Separated from other spaces of the building or structure by construction or equipment to provide a protected way of travel to the exit discharge?
Separated from other spaces of the building or structure by construction or equipment to provide a protected way of travel to the exit discharge?
Any condition or act which increases or may cause an increase in the probability of the occurrence of fire.
Any condition or act which increases or may cause an increase in the probability of the occurrence of fire.
Under the NBC, a building permit shall expire if work authorized is abandoned or suspended at any time after commencement or a period of ___.
Under the NBC, a building permit shall expire if work authorized is abandoned or suspended at any time after commencement or a period of ___.
___ shall not, under any circumstances or through any means, solicit any project already known to him/her as previously committed to another Architect, whether such a commitment is still in the process of negotiation or has already been definitely agreed upon.
___ shall not, under any circumstances or through any means, solicit any project already known to him/her as previously committed to another Architect, whether such a commitment is still in the process of negotiation or has already been definitely agreed upon.
Minimum depth of central refuge:
Minimum depth of central refuge:
A bar which extends across at least one-half of each door leaf, which will open the door if subjected to pressure.
A bar which extends across at least one-half of each door leaf, which will open the door if subjected to pressure.
___ shall not render professional services without a professional service agreement. He/she shall neither offer nor provide preliminary services on a conditional basis prior to definite agreement with the Client for the commission of the project.
___ shall not render professional services without a professional service agreement. He/she shall neither offer nor provide preliminary services on a conditional basis prior to definite agreement with the Client for the commission of the project.
Under the NBC, basic residential building in R-2 zone shall have a minimum front setback of ___.
Under the NBC, basic residential building in R-2 zone shall have a minimum front setback of ___.
In the Architect’s Code of Ethics, to whom does the architect have responsibility to provide for arbitration as a method for settlement of disputes?
In the Architect’s Code of Ethics, to whom does the architect have responsibility to provide for arbitration as a method for settlement of disputes?
The width of the yard is ___.
The width of the yard is ___.
Under the NBC, the minimum dimension requirements for a parking space is ___.
Under the NBC, the minimum dimension requirements for a parking space is ___.
The purpose of the NBC is to provide for all buildings and structures, a framework of standards and requirements which is the ___.
The purpose of the NBC is to provide for all buildings and structures, a framework of standards and requirements which is the ___.
Under the NBC, habitable rooms with natural ventilation shall have a minimum air space per person of ___.
Under the NBC, habitable rooms with natural ventilation shall have a minimum air space per person of ___.
As per BP 220, what is the minimum clear width of stairways?
As per BP 220, what is the minimum clear width of stairways?
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Impervious Surface Area (ISA)
Impervious Surface Area (ISA)
Percentage of paved, tiled, or hardscaped surfaces at ground level relative to the Total Lot Area (TLA).
Maximum Ramp Length (BP 344)
Maximum Ramp Length (BP 344)
The maximum length is 6 meters, when gradient is 1:12.
Minimum Stair Width (Group A Dwellings)
Minimum Stair Width (Group A Dwellings)
Must have a clear width of at least 750mm.
Minimum Room Size for Habitation
Minimum Room Size for Habitation
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Architecture Licensure Requirements
Architecture Licensure Requirements
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Professional Identification Card (Architects)
Professional Identification Card (Architects)
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Horizontal Exit
Horizontal Exit
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Minimum Lot Area (Single Detached Open Market Housing)
Minimum Lot Area (Single Detached Open Market Housing)
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Architectural Competition Conflict of Interest
Architectural Competition Conflict of Interest
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Minimum Ceiling Height (First Storey)
Minimum Ceiling Height (First Storey)
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Project Solicitation Ethics
Project Solicitation Ethics
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Minimum Lot Area (Single Detached Medium-Cost Housing)
Minimum Lot Area (Single Detached Medium-Cost Housing)
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Maximum Residential Block Length
Maximum Residential Block Length
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Maximum Travel Distance (Places of Assembly)
Maximum Travel Distance (Places of Assembly)
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Minimum Air Space (School Rooms)
Minimum Air Space (School Rooms)
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PSO + ISA = TLA
PSO + ISA = TLA
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Penalties for Prohibited Acts (Architecture)
Penalties for Prohibited Acts (Architecture)
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Exemption from Building Permit Fees
Exemption from Building Permit Fees
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Compensation Responsibility
Compensation Responsibility
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Gross Floor Area
Gross Floor Area
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Alteration (Building)
Alteration (Building)
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Minimum Ceiling Height for Artificial Ventilation
Minimum Ceiling Height for Artificial Ventilation
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Employer Liability (RA 9266)
Employer Liability (RA 9266)
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Minimum Walkway Width (Accessibility)
Minimum Walkway Width (Accessibility)
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Fire Exit
Fire Exit
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Fire Hazard
Fire Hazard
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Building Permit Expiration (NBC)
Building Permit Expiration (NBC)
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Minimum Central Refuge Depth
Minimum Central Refuge Depth
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Panic Hardware
Panic Hardware
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Setback(s)
Setback(s)
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Study Notes
- The Impervious Surface Area (ISA) refers to the percentage of the maximum allowable floor area of any paved, tiled, or hardscaped surface at the ground floor/grade level in relation to the Total Lot Area (TLA).
- According to BP 344, the maximum length of a ramp with a 1:12 gradient is 6 meters.
- Under the National Building Code (NBC), Group A Dwellings must have stairs with a clear width of at least 750mm.
- Under the NBC, rooms for human habitation must have a minimum size of 6 sqm.
- To qualify for the licensure exam, one must have a Bachelor's degree in Architecture and two years of diversified architectural experience certified by an Architect, or a Master's Degree with one year of experience. Additionally, applicants must be Filipino citizens or qualified citizens of foreign countries, at least 22 years old, and of good moral character.
- A Professional Identification Card is issued to a registrant by the Board as evidence of their entitlement to practice the profession, with all associated privileges, while the card remains unrevoked and unsuspended.
- A horizontal exit is a passageway from one building to another or around a wall on approximately the same floor level.
- The minimum lot area for single detached open market housing units, as provided for in PD 957, is 120 sqm.
- An architect cannot enter as a competitor in any Architectural Competition with direct involvement in the program's formulation, if engaged as a Professional Adviser or Juror for such competition, or has any information or assisting in the preparation of such competition, except as Consulting Architect.
- According to PD 1096, the minimum ceiling height for the first storey of a habitable room with artificial ventilation is 2.70m.
- Architects cannot solicit projects already known to him/ her as previously committed to another Architect.
- The minimum lot area for single detached medium-cost housing units as provided for in PD 957 is 100 sqm.
- As per BP 220, the maximum length of a residential block is 400 m.
- Re-issuance or Replacement of Revoked or Lost Certificates of Registration/ Professional Identification Card shall be after 2 years from the date of revocation and may or may not exempt applicant from taking another examination.
- The automatic fire suppression system is an integrated system of underground or overhead piping, connected to a source of extinguishing agent or medium, that suppresses fire when activated by its automatic detecting device.
- As per RA 9514, the maximum travel distance for places of assembly not protected by an automatic fire suppression system is 46 m.
- Architects cannot solicit projects already known to be committed to another architect.
- Minimum air space for school rooms is 3.00 cum.
- PSO + ISA is equal to TLA.
- Architects shall refrain from association with any enterprise that may negatively affect him/her or the architectural profession.
- The penalty for committing acts prohibited in the practice of Architecture is a fine not less than P100,000 but not more than P1,000,000 and imprisonment of not less than 6 months and not more than 6 years, or both.
- Under the NBC, exemption from payments of buildings permit fees are granted to monuments.
- In the Architect's Code of Ethics, the architect has a responsibility to inspect, reject, or condemn materials not in conformity with contract documents to the contractor.
- In the Architect's Code of Ethics, the architect has responsibility to be compensated for services solely through their professional fee charged directly to his client.
- According to the questions, it is not a Prohibition in the practice of architecture is none of the above.
- Total floor space within the perimeter of the permanent external building walls is Gross Floor Area.
- PSO + TOSL is equal to AMVB.
- In the Architect's Code of Ethics, the architect has a responsibility to provide adequate and just compensation to colleagues/subordinates.
- It's not a ground for the revocation of certificate if none of the above.
- Alteration refers to works to buildings/structures involving changes in the materials used, partitioning, location/size of openings, structural parts, existing utilities and equipment, but it does not increase the building height and/or floor area.
- Habitable rooms provided with artificial ventilation shall have ceiling heights not less than 2.40m measured from floor to the ceiling.
- The client shall take responsibility for his/her the conditional character of cost estimates in order to secure a commission, unless provided for by law, as in government projects.
- Practice of architecture is a privilege.
- Walkway headroom should not be less than 2.00 m and should preferably be higher.
- Under RA 9266, the employer is liable when representatives/employees who are not licensed architects solicit architectural work for non-registered persons/firms.
- According to BP 344, the required minimum walkway width to permit a person in a wheelchair to traverse it safely is 1.20 m.
- A fire exit is separated from other spaces of the building or structure to provide a protected way of travel to the exit discharge.
- Any condition or act that increases the probability of fire is a fire hazard.
- Under the NBC, a building permit shall expire if work authorized is abandoned or suspended at any time after commencement for 120 days.
- Architects shall not solicit projects known to be committed to another architect.
- The minimum depth of central refuge is 1.50 m.
- A panic hardware is the bar that extends across at least one-half of each door leaf, which will open the door if subjected to pressure.
- Architects are not rendering professional services without a professional service agreement with the client.
- The NBC states that basic residential buildings in R-2 zones must have a minimum front setback of 3.00m.
- In the Architect's Code of Ethics, the architect is responsible for providing arbitration as a method for settlement of disputes to the client.
- The width of the yard is setback.
- Under the NBC, a parking space's minimum dimension requirements are 2.40 m x 5.00 m.
- The purpose of the NBC is to provide a minimum framework of standards and requirements for all buildings and structures.
- Under the NBC, habitable rooms with natural ventilation must have a minimum air space per person of 14cum.
- As per BP 220, the minimum clear width of stairways is 0.60 m.
- Under the NBC, open spaces for inside lots is 20%.
- To practice under a temporary/special permit foreign nationals mustsecure Professional liability insurance.
- Under the NBC, rooms for human habitation must have a minimum dimension of 2.00m.
- According to RA 9514, buildings over 12.00 m in height shall be required with automatic fire sprinkler system.
- Under the NBC, a mezzanine floor used for purposes other than storage must have at least two stairways to an adjacent floor if the area is greater than 185 sqm.
- The NBC dictates mezzanine floors must have a clear ceiling height of at least 1.80 m.
- The minimum side setback for R-2 residences is 2.00m.
- Service Agreement is a duly notarized written contract or equivalent public instrument stipulating the scope of services and guaranteeing compensation for the services to be rendered by an architect.
- Under the NBC, open spaces for corner and through lots is 10%.
- The architect who is directly and professional responsible and liable for the construction supervision of the project is the architect in charge of construction.
- The minimum width of parking slots for pwd is 3.70 m.
- Under the NBC, residential buildings in R-1 zones must have a minimum front setback of 4.50m.
- An Architect is a professionally qualified person, registered and licensed under R.A. No. 9266 with appropriate credentials.
- In the Architect's Code of Ethics, the architect must give every reasonable aid to the contractor to enable him/her to fully understand the contents of the Contract Documents.
- Under the NBC, all inner courts must connect to a street or yard by a pass with a minimum width of 1.20 meters.
- Possessing a Masters degree in architecture is not typically a requirement for temporary/special permits as an Architect.
- The Building Official implements the National Building Code in each city.
- Under the NBC, if two exits are required, they must be placed at a distance apart of not less than 1/5 .
- The PRC issues the Professional Identification Card to all practicing professionals which shows an evidence of registration and is renewable every three years.
- Under the NBC, for Group A Dwellings, stairs must have a maximum rise of 200mm.
- Bath and toilet shall have a minimum area of 120sqm/900mm with a least dimension of m, as per question.
- Under the NBC, window openings shall equal at least 10% floor are of room.
- Shall abide by the Standard of Professional practice's, donate the professional service to public.
- Under the NBC, for Group A Dwellings, stairs shall have a minimum run of 200 mm.
- Under the NBC, open spaces required for interior lots is 50%.
- Type of construction which is four-hour fire-resistive throughout and the structural elements are made of steel, iron, concrete or masonry construction is Type III
- Architectural firm is a registered sole proprietorship, partnership, or corporation.
- In the Architect's Code of Ethics, the architect should refrain from taking part in paid advertisement for paid advertisement to the public.
- The new Architect should limit his/her advertisement/claim only to the extent of the specific work he/she has done to the structure to the manufacturers.
- A fire resistive door is prescribed for openings in fire Fire door separation walls or partitions.
- A building permit will expire if the authorized building is not started within 12 months. In the Architect's Code of Ethics, the architect must advise on questionable projects to clients.
- Under the NBC, Group A dwellings must have stairs with a minimum width of 750mm.
- Under the NBC, minimum dimension for the court or near yard from the property line to the building face is 2.00 m.
- In the Architect's Code of Ethics, architects issue certificates of payment and final completion to public.
- Not a ground for suspension or removal of a board member if d.None of the above.
- Prohibition exists in the Practice of Architecture - forcing an architect to perform service without a Service Agreement. -Architect has a responsibility to complete projects withinClient an agreed time.
- Architect must avoid commission from Manufacturers/dealers.
- Clearance between grade and balcony should be at least 3.00m
- Minimum lot area for detached economic housing as per BP220 is 72 sqm.
- None of the above is not within the scope of architecture.
- Unethical act according to the Architect's Code of Ethics: a.Seeks success through solicited personal publicity
- No discrimination must be used toward colleagues.
- The shall contractor should be inspected and certified. -Under the NBC the minimum dimension for court or ear yard from the properly line to the face of the building is 2.00 ml.
- The minimum floor area for open market housing unit under DP957 is 36.00 sqm.
- The required minimum square meter for area for single detached housing is 64.00 sqm.
- From the side and rear property lines Eaves, canopies, awnings should not be less than 750mm
- Authoship refers to the person in charge or is responsible in charge of preperation.
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