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Which of the following is NOT a method of compensation for architects?
Which of the following is NOT a method of compensation for architects?
- Reimbursable expenses
- Percentage of the Construction Cost
- Hourly rate (correct)
- Unit basis
What is the purpose of the recommended schedules prepared by the RAIC in determining appropriate fees for architects?
What is the purpose of the recommended schedules prepared by the RAIC in determining appropriate fees for architects?
- To assess project complexity
- To allocate fees for coordination
- To calculate the percentage fee (correct)
- To determine the construction cost
What adjustment factors can modify the percentage fee for architects?
What adjustment factors can modify the percentage fee for architects?
- Project size
- Project duration
- Project location
- Project complexity (correct)
In some jurisdictions, which services are excluded from the net percentage fee?
In some jurisdictions, which services are excluded from the net percentage fee?
Which of the following is NOT a criterion often used to evaluate proposals?
Which of the following is NOT a criterion often used to evaluate proposals?
In some instances, the terms and conditions required from a request for proposals (RFP) may not be insurable under professional liability insurance policies. This may result in a possible finding of professional misconduct for the architect who enters into an agreement to provide non-insurable services.
In some instances, the terms and conditions required from a request for proposals (RFP) may not be insurable under professional liability insurance policies. This may result in a possible finding of professional misconduct for the architect who enters into an agreement to provide non-insurable services.
Architects should encourage owners to change and improve ambiguous and incomplete RFPs.
Architects should encourage owners to change and improve ambiguous and incomplete RFPs.
Architects should not use customized stand-alone agreements developed for the specific use of their own architectural practice.
Architects should not use customized stand-alone agreements developed for the specific use of their own architectural practice.
According to the text, what is the purpose of fees paid to an architect?
According to the text, what is the purpose of fees paid to an architect?
What is the ratio of design and construction costs to maintenance costs according to Shanus' work on daylighting?
What is the ratio of design and construction costs to maintenance costs according to Shanus' work on daylighting?
Why is it important for architects to educate clients about the value of architectural services?
Why is it important for architects to educate clients about the value of architectural services?
What is the purpose of the architect proposing an appropriate complement of services to the prospective client?
What is the purpose of the architect proposing an appropriate complement of services to the prospective client?
Which method is often the most appropriate for establishing a fee when the final project scope and the full complement of services have not been determined?
Which method is often the most appropriate for establishing a fee when the final project scope and the full complement of services have not been determined?
What is one situation when using a per diem or hourly rate would be appropriate?
What is one situation when using a per diem or hourly rate would be appropriate?
What must be thoroughly understood and agreed upon for the fixed fee method to be used?
What must be thoroughly understood and agreed upon for the fixed fee method to be used?
Why is it important to avoid reducing fees in a competitive environment?
Why is it important to avoid reducing fees in a competitive environment?
Which of the following is included in the construction cost?
Which of the following is included in the construction cost?
What is the construction cost for purposes of establishing the architect’s and consultants’ fees if recycled materials are used?
What is the construction cost for purposes of establishing the architect’s and consultants’ fees if recycled materials are used?
What is a fixed fee or lump sum or stipulated price?
What is a fixed fee or lump sum or stipulated price?
What does the percentage fee for architectural services depend on?
What does the percentage fee for architectural services depend on?
Which document provides a full outline of architectural services contemplated for each phase of a design project?
Which document provides a full outline of architectural services contemplated for each phase of a design project?
What are additional services as defined in the Definitions and General Conditions of RAIC Document Six?
What are additional services as defined in the Definitions and General Conditions of RAIC Document Six?
What is the purpose of preparing a briefing document outlining the types of services a firm has expertise in?
What is the purpose of preparing a briefing document outlining the types of services a firm has expertise in?
What is the recommended approach when the required services cannot be identified at the outset of a project?
What is the recommended approach when the required services cannot be identified at the outset of a project?
Which organization provides the 'Tariff of Fees for Architectural Services' in British Columbia?
Which organization provides the 'Tariff of Fees for Architectural Services' in British Columbia?
Where can the 'Architectural and Engineering Suggested Fee and Scope of Services Reference' be found?
Where can the 'Architectural and Engineering Suggested Fee and Scope of Services Reference' be found?
Which organization provides the 'Bylaws of the Saskatchewan Association of Architects'?
Which organization provides the 'Bylaws of the Saskatchewan Association of Architects'?
Where can information about 'Determining the Cost of Architectural Services' be found?
Where can information about 'Determining the Cost of Architectural Services' be found?
Which organization provides the 'Schedule of Recommended Fees' in New Brunswick?
Which organization provides the 'Schedule of Recommended Fees' in New Brunswick?
Which organization is mentioned but doesn't provide any specific fee information?
Which organization is mentioned but doesn't provide any specific fee information?
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