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What is the most common cause of bacterial meningitis in children under five years of age?
A. Neisseria meningitides B. Group B Streptococci C. Streptococcus pneumoniae D. Haemophilus influenzae type B |
D. Haemophils influenzae type B
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How is giradiasis usually transmitted to others?
A. Person-to-person transfer of cysts from the feces of the infected individual. B. Drinking unfiltered water from streams and lakes. C. Drinking unboiled water from streams and lakes. D. Drinking inadequately chlorinated water from a municipal water distribution system. |
A. Person-to-person transfer of cysts from the feces of the infected individual
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Which of the following duties of state and local health agencies is intended to ensure that the public's health and welfare are protected?
A. Community-intensive planning B. Statutory administrative action C. Regulatory responsibilities D. Plan implementation |
C. Regulatory Responsibilities
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Which of the following is a measure of the amount of light scattered by particles suspended in a water test sample?
A. Formazin Turbidity Units (FTU) B. Nephelometric Turbidity Units (NTU) C. Hydrosyntalic Turbidity Units (HTU) D. Lorcetic Turbidity Units (LTY) |
B. Nephelometric Turbidity Units
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What is an epidemic?
A. The constant presence of a disease within a community or region. B. The presence of an infectious agent on a body surface. C. The presence of infection in a host without clear, recognizable clinical symptons. D. The occurrence in a community or region of cases of an illness clearly in excess of expectancy. |
D. The occurrence in a community or region of cases of an illness clearly in excess of expectancy
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What portal of entry should a field sanitarian protect to avoid contracting Lyme disease?
A. Skin B. Respiratory tract C. Reproductive organs D. Digestive tract |
A. Skin
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Swimmer's itch is a common name for which of the following diseases?
A. Leptospirosis B. Subdural dermatitis C. Schistosomiasis D. Trichiniasis |
C. Schistosomiasis
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Which of the following factors would least contribute to the emergence of a new infectious disease:
A. Human behavior B. Heat disinfection C. Antibiotic use D. Disinfectant use |
B. Heat disinfection
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Listeriosis is Commonly associated with:
A. contaminated water. B. contaminated food. C. infected mice. D. infected birds. |
B. Contaminated food
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Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome is caused by infection with:
A. Dracunculus medinensis. B. Staphylococcus aureus. C. Escherichia coli 015 7:H7. D. Salmonella typhimurium. |
C. Escherichia Coli 015 7:H7
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The basic principles of disease control include all of the following except:
A. lag phase. B. control of disease source. C. mode of transmission. D. susceptibility. |
A. Lag phase
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Which one of the following phrases most accurately describes the term endemic?
A. Sporadic occurrence of an illness B. Illnesses that exceed expected levels C. All illnesses present at any one time D. Constant presence of an illness |
D. Constant presence of an illness
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The interval between exposure to an infectious agent and the appearance of the first symptom is called the:
A. transmission period. B. susceptible period. C. reactive period. D. incubation period. |
D. Incubation Period
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An establishment known to have imminent health hazards is not closed by the inspecting regulatory authority. This example best fits the definition of:
A. malfeasance. B. misfeasance. C. nonfeasance. D. controlling factor. |
C. Nonfeasance
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Vehicleborne, vectorborne or airborne are all examples of:
A. indirect mode of transmission. B. direct mode of transmission. C. hosts. D. life cycle sequences. |
A. Indirect mode of transmission
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A factor or agent which increases the risk of cancer is known as a:
a. teratogen b. mutagen c. carcinogen d. fomite. |
c. carcinogen
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The amelioration of a disease to reduce disability or dependence resulting from it is termed:
a. first degree prevention b. second degree prevention c. tertiary prevention d. none of the above. |
c. tertiary prevention
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The gains in life expectancy between 1900 (48 years) and 1974 (72 years) have occurred mostly in the early years and are due to:
a. sanitation b. nutrition c. chemotherapy d. all of the above. |
d. all of the above
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Between 27 B.C. and 395 A.D., the average life expectancy was
a. 73 years b. 36 years c. 45 years d. 24 years. |
d. 24 years
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The four major causes of death among all age groups of Americans include all of the following except
a. homicide b. accidents c. malignant neoplasms d.heart disease. |
a. homicide
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There is a scientific consensus that further increases in life expectancy are dependent on the extent to which
a. cancer can be controlled b. personal lifestyles can be changed c. pollution can be controlled d. b and c above. |
d. b and c above
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As of 1975, the diseases which caused 2/3's of the deaths in the United States included all but which of the following?
a. cerebrovascular diseases b. influenza c. cancer d. heart disease. |
b. influenza
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The goal of environmental health programs should be
a. the prevention of disease b. the enjoyment of living c. the preservation of comfort d. all of the above. |
d. all of the above
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The basic principles of disease control include all of the following except
a. use of antibiotics b. control of disease source c. mode of transimssion d. susceptibility. |
a. use of antibiotics
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The prevention of respiratory diseases in "at risk' individuals is to
a. protect people from the source b. eliminate routes of transmission c. reduce presence of susceptible individuals d. all of the above. |
d. all of the above
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A water or foodbome disease outbreak with a short incubation period is likely because of
a. chemical poisoning b. schistosomiasis c. salmonellosis d. shigella. |
a. chemical poisoning
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A major process for the prevention of respiratory disease of susceptible persons is
a. isolation b. hospitalization c. immunization d. education. |
d. education
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In recent years, the largest number of rabies cases were associated with
a. skunks b. bats c. dogs d. raccoons. |
a. skunks
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Asbestosis is caused by fine silicate fibers retained in the
a. kidneys b. lungs c. colon d. abdomen. |
b. lungs
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An illness due to a specific infectious agent or its toxic product which is transmitted from a reservoir to a susceptible host either directly or indirectly is called
a. an infectious disease b. a communicable disease c. a genetic disease d. a noncommunicable disease. |
b. a communicable disease
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The primary health problems of developing countries are
a. diphtheria and pertussis b. heart disease c. cancer and diabetes d. communicable disease and malnutrition. |
d. communicable disease and malnutrition
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The term "endemic" means
a. sporadic occurrence of an illness b. constant presence of an illness c. all illnesses present at any one time d. an unusually large number of persons with the same illness. |
b. constant presence of an illness
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The interval between exposure to an infectious agent and the appearance of the first symptom is called the
a. lag time b. susceptible period c. incubation period d. primary period. |
c. incubation period
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Schistosomiasis is
a. a water contact disease b. a foodborne disease c. a milkborne disease d. an airborne disease. |
a. a water contact disease
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A disease transmitted by birds and bird droppings is
a. dengue fever b. psittacosis c. tularemia d. hurine typhus. |
b. psittacosis
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An infected organism which does not exhibit symptoms during the spread of an illness is called a
a. reservoir b. parasite c. host d. carrier. |
d. carrier
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The killing of an infectious agent outside the body by chemical or physical means is termed
a. detoxification b. deodorization c. destabilization d. disinfection. |
d. disinfection
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Rocky Mountain spotted fever is spread by
a. flies b. spiders c. cockroaches d. ticks. |
d. ticks
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Mycotoxins are poisonous chemicals produced by
a. bacteria b. vertebrates c. viruses d. fungi. |
d. fungi
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The study of the occurrence, frequency, and distribution of disease is
a. entomology b. biology c. endocrinology d. epidemiology. |
d. epidemiology
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Disease is considered the antithesis of health, defined as "a state of physical, mental, and social well-being and ability to function, and not merely the absence of illness or infirmity."
a. True b. False |
a. True
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The prevention of deaths from a particular disease increases the overall life expectancy in direct proportion to its decreased mortality.
a. True b. False |
b. False
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Life expectancy is a measure of health progress, morbidity levels, and the quality of life.
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b. False
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Observations and cost-effective analyses have shown that good housing and sanitation are far more effective measures for the control of cholera, typhoid, and similar diseases than is immunization.
a. True b. False |
a. True
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Soil moisture of about 30% to 45% of saturation is the best for survival of pathogens.
a. True b. False |
b. False
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Coliform, on soil surfaces, may survive up to 38 days.
a. True b. False |
a. True
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Ascaris ova may survive up to 7 hours in moist, warm soil.
a. True b. False |
b. False
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It is believed that the ingestion of one virus particle can cause infection in humans.
a. True b. False |
a. True
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A typical chronic toxicology test on a compound can be done for less than 3,000 1985 dollars and will take about 1 year of time to complete.
a. True b. False |
b. False
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Urine is usually sterile, except for urinary schistosomiasis, typhoid, and leptospirosis carriers.
a. True b. False |
a. True
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Onchocerciasis is a rare illness found in some third world countries.
a. True b. False |
b. False
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Food poisoning from Staphylococcus aureus can be prevented by thoroughly cooking foods that have been properly handled and then through appropriate time temperature control of the finished product.
a. True b. False |
a. True
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Toxins that attack nerves are referred to as enterotoxin.
a. True b. False |
b. False
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It is estimated only 38% of water and foodborne diseases are reported.
a. True b. False |
a. True
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Some of the prime sources of Giardia lamblia cysts are humans, beavers, muskrats, and domestic animals.
a. True b. False |
a. True
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The disease caused by Legionella pneumophila was found to originate in the tanks or water closets in older hotels.
a. True b. False |
b. False
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Marsh miasma is another name for the disease known as Legionella.
a. True b. False |
b. False
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House mice may carry the disease lymphocytic choriomeningitis.
a. True b. False |
a. True
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Tularemia is often transmitted to humans by dogs.
a. True b. False |
a. True
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Rats are one of the seven animals most likely to carry rabies.
a. True b. False |
b. False
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A vaccinated dog or cat bitten by or exposed to a rabid animal should be confined for 4 months or destroyed.
a. True b. False |
b. False
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The most effective means of control of bats is to "build them out."
a. True b. False |
a. True
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Any person bitten by a bat should receive antirabies therapy unless the bat is caught and found to be negative for the rabies virus.
a. True b. False |
a. True
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The cancer rate is roughly 72% higher for inner-city people than the level for suburbanites.
a. True b. False |
b. False
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An analysis by Dever indicated that environmental factors were considered to be the cause of 49% of all deaths due to accidents, 20% of the influenza and pneumonia deaths, 41% of the homicides, and 15% of the deaths due to birth injuries and other diseases peculiar to early infancy.
a. True b. False |
a. True
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Plan implementation involves each of the following areas except:
a. regulations, laws, and ordinances b. capital improvement programs and financing plans c. detailed technical advancements in systems operations d. administrative organizations |
c. detailed technical advancements in systems operations
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The Quality of Life Index (QLI) is based on:
a. the interaction of the various factors in the environment on humans b. the control of forces around us and the extent to which they are properly balanced c. administrative and legal standards which constitute the way an individual perceives the quality of life d. medical experts in various fields |
a. the interaction of the various factors in the environment on humans
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General overall policy planning includes all of the following except:
a. aspirations and realistic objectives b. detailed engineering and specific architectural project plans c. identification of goals d. establishment of functional priorities |
b. detailed engineering and specific architectural project plans
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The Overseas Development Council has created a Physical Quality of Life Index by combining assessments of:
a. water supplies with agriculture production b. environmental factors with population c. literacy rates, life expectancy and infant mortality rates d. economic standards and geographic location |
c. literacy rates, life expectancy and infant mortality rates
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In research and problem identification, the evaluation of the community contains all the following except:
a. transportation systems b. population and demographic studies c. special planning studies d. economic studies and proposals |
c. special planning studies
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When developing a preliminary or feasibility report, which of the following steps would not be included:
a. environmental impact study b. cost estimates c. construction plans d. methods of financing |
c. construction plans
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Plan preparation (Step 3) of the process of comprehensive community planning contains all of the following except:
a. special planning studies b. transportation or circulation plans c. environmental engineering plans d. public institutions plans |
d. public institutions plans
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The process of comprehensive community planning includes all of the following except:
a. a statement of goals and objectives b. public information and community action c. surrounding area politics d. basic studies, mapping, and data analysis |
c. surrounding area politics
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Which of the following duties of state and local health agencies ensures that public health and welfare are protected:
a. regulatory responsibilities b. community planning c. plan preparation d. plan implementation |
a. regulatory responsibilities
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Public awareness demands a quality of environment that provides fundamental needs such as which of the following:
a. pure water, clean air, pure food b. decent housing c. safe recreational facilities d. all of the above |
d. all of the above
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Comprehensive community planning includes which of the following steps:
a. public information and involvement b. statement of goals c. basic studies d. all of the above |
d. all of the above
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Comprehensive planning is also referred to as:
a. general planning b. preliminary studies c. comprehensive functional planning d. definitive planning |
a. general planning
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A charging hopper, gas cooling, and particulate removal are essential in the disposal of what types of wastes:
a. garbage disposal b. paper products c. solid wastes d. liquid wastes |
c. solid wastes
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Which of the following factors is not considered in need of control by the WHO health goal:
a. physical well being b. achievement of individual wealth c. mental well being d. social well being |
b. achievement of individual wealth
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The proper sequence of solid waste entering the incinerator process and environmental engineering control is:
a. dumping platform, storage, charging hopper, residue quenching, wastewater treatment b. dumping platform, storage, charging hopper, drying and ignition combustion, gas cooling, particulate removal c. dumping platform, charging hopper, storage, drying and ignition combustion, residue quenching, particulate removal d. dumping platform, drying and ignition combustion, gas cooling, storage, charging hopper, particulate removal |
b. dumping platform, storage, charging hopper, drying and ignition combustion, gas cooling, particulate removal
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The purpose of public information and community action is which of the following:
a. to stimulate and provide channels for individuals to respond with information and ideas b. to keep the public informed c. to allow the planner to have a better relationship with the public d. all of the above |
d. all of the above
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Adequate highways, land-use controls, park and recreation facilities, water, sewers, solid waste disposal, and other services necessary for proper community functions are usually designed within the context of a _______________ plan:
a. national b. regional c. metropolitan d. county |
b. regional
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Several proposals to establish a QOL index were investigated by:
a. Homback b. Smith c. Lewis d. Peale |
a. Homback
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There is an urgent need for more engineering in community planning:
a. at the individual level b. at the community level c. at the area-wide, metropolitan, and regional level d. at the national level |
c. at the area-wide, metropolitan, and regional level
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Comprehensive planning includes:
a. physical and social factors b. economic factors c. ecologic factors d. all of the above |
d. all of the above
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Due to political boundaries, the costs of implementing services for community functions are best handled by:
a. local governments b. state governments c. metropolitan regions d. federal governments |
c. metropolitan regions
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In the quality of life index, the economic environment includes all of the following except:
a. income b. work satisfaction c. economic security d. material quality |
d. material quality
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An outline of a regional or area-wide planning study and report includes which of the following elements:
a. purpose and scope b. administration and financing c. the comprehensive regional plan d. all of the above |
d. all of the above
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The smallest practical planning unit involved in the development of environmental engineering controls is:
a. the county b. the state c. the district d. the community |
a. the county
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What is the smallest practical planning unit involved in regional planning:
a. the individual b. the village c. the county d. the city |
c. the county
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General obligation bonds used for financing municipal capital improvement are repaid by:
a. sales tax b. real property tax c. local industry special tax d. private investors with limited ownership |
b. real property tax
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Revenue bonds are usually repaid by:
a. state taxes b. interest from foreign loans c. specific sources of revenue (such as water charges) d. credit |
c. specific sources of revenue (such as water charges)
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A comprehensive water supply study must include:
a. trunk lines and pumping stations b. handling of special wastes c. alternative sources of water d. grit screening and sludge disposal |
c. alternative sources of water
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The amount of debt a municipality may incur is determined by:
a. the mayor b. the contractor c. the local Board of County Commissioners d. the constitution or laws of a state |
d. the constitution or laws of a state
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General obligation bonds:
a. guarantee payment by the municipality through a government tax b. are paid back by all the people in the community c. may be used to pay off a revenue-producing capital improvement d. all of the above |
d. all of the above
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One method of financing for a municipal capital improvement is by revenue bonds which in turn are paid by:
a. all persons in a given developed community b. state revenues c. persons receiving the service d. federal revenues |
c. persons receiving the service
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The ideal comprehensive regional plan would be one that combines
a. legal, political, and socioeconomic factors b. all the project physical planning studies of a comprehensive economic and social development plan c. security considerations along with inter-regional communications and cooperation d. obvious environmental design with a minimum of human engineering techniques |
b. all the project physical planning studies of a comprehensive economic and social development plan
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Most of the funding for municipal Capital improvement is provided by:
a. donations b. state funds c. revenue bonds and obligation bonds d. loans |
c. revenue bonds and general obligation bonds
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A comprehensive solid waste study must include:
a. preliminary analysis for solid waste treatment and disposal b. administration and financing c. project study d. a comprehensive regional plan |
a. preliminary analysis for solid waste treatment and disposal
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When a suitable site is being selected for a particular purpose, which of the following must be known before any property is investigated:
a. the type of facility that is to be maintained b. the desired use of the facility c. the type, functions, activities, and programs to be held d. all of the above |
d. all of the above
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An ad valorem tax is:
a. a home sales tax b. a non-proportionate tax for service c. a proportionate service tax d. an alternate tax |
b. a non-proportionate tax for service
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Actions which do not individually or cumulatively have a significant effect on the human environment are categorically defined as:
a. environmental impact b. cumulative impact c. environmental document d. categorical exclusion |
d. categorical exclusion
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Which of the following is not a recommendation for topography and site survey:
a. careful investigation of the property b. former plot plans c. assistance by a cooperative neighbor d. water supply source that is fast moving |
d. water supply source that is fast moving
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The National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) of 1969 made it the responsibility of the Federal Government to use all practical means to coordinate _______________ to encourage harmony between man and his/her environment:
a. federal plans b. federal functions c. federal programs d. all of the above |
d. all of the above
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If an adequate, satisfactory, and safe water supply is not obtainable at a reasonable cost, the site should be:
a. connected to a city water supply b. temporarily abandoned c. abandoned d. a and b |
c. abandoned
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The most important factor leading to the abandonment of a site is related to:
a. an adequate, safe sewage disposal system b. an adequate, safe solid waste disposal system c. the adequate, safe generation of electricity d. an adequate, safe water supply |
d. an adequate, safe water supply
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A special engineering study is required for slopes with an incline greater than:
a. 8 % b. 6 degrees c. 8 degrees d. 4 % |
a. 8 %
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To receive maximum benefit from the morning sun, building locations should have what directional exposure:
a. eastern or northern b. western or northern c. western or southern d. eastern or southern |
d. eastern or southern
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To determine the resources on a section of property, one should seek the assistance of a person who is experienced and familiar with:
a. geology and wildlife b. forestry and engineering c. hydrology and chemistry d. a and b above |
d. a and b above
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The selection of a site for a public building often requires improvements. An undesirable feature that can often be remediated for public health reasons is:
a. a sloped desert area b. a high rocky area c. a low swampy area d. a dry mountain area |
c. a low swampy area
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After a building site is selected, a complete large-scale topographical map should be prepared with a scale of 1 inch = 100 feet and with contours at _______________ intervals:
a. 5-foot b. 10-foot c. 15-foot d. 30-foot |
a. 5-foot
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What led to the formation of the NEPA:
a. public concern over environmental pollution b. scientific support c. professional prodding and support d. all of the above |
d. all of the above
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For generally characterizing soils, borings made for soil samples are at a depth of about _______________:
a. 9 feet b. 10 feet c. 13 feet d. 15 feet |
d. 15 feet
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The purpose of the National Environmental Policy Act is to:
a. encourage productive and enjoyable interaction between human and the environment b. encourage measures that prevent or eliminate damage to the environment c. encourage greater understanding of the environment d. all of the above |
d. all of the above
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Which of the following features of a proposed site would be desirable:
a. excessive dust or dampness b. minimal traffic with adjoining areas not interfering with proposed site c. saturated soils and presence of saprolite d. a private solid waste disposal system |
b. minimal traffic with adjoining areas not interfering with proposed site
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_______________ was responsible for preparing a circular to help determine the probable impact of the proposed action on the environment:
a. Sadesky b. Miller c. Leopold d. Randall |
c. Leopold
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The Council on Environmental Quality was established by:
a. Title II of DSEA b. Title IV of PHSA c. Title VI of USEA d. Title II of NEPA |
d. Title II of NEPA
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The natural and physical environment and the relationship of people with that environment describes:
a. the native environment b. the primary human climax community c. the realm of human influence d. the human environment |
d. the human environment
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The term “Federal agency” does not include which of the following:
a. the executive office b. general local government c. all agencies of the federal government d. indian tribes assuming NEPA responsibilities |
a. the executive office
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An “environmental assessments' developed under NEPA is:
a. an environmental evaluation dealing with fish b. a concise public document for which a Federal agency is responsible c. a public document of environmental concern dealing with acid rain only d. an environmental evaluation dealing with air pollution control |
b. a concise public document for which a Federal agency is responsible
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The agency that developed guidelines to assist urban areas and cities in assessing the environmental impact of housing and urban development was:
a. the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency b. the U.S. Department of Health, Education, and Welfare c. the U.S. Department of Housing and Construction d. the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development |
d. the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
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The environmental impact statement:
a. is required by law b. is a written description of legislative proposals and actions affecting the quality of the human environment c. is not required to meet standards in H.B. Sec. 102 (2) C d. must be included in all proposed programs and concepts, plans, and construction projects |
b. is a written description of legislative proposals and actions affecting the quality of the human environment
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_______________ involve(s) consideration of ground and surface water conditions, soil and topographic features, solid waste generation, and social economic factors:
a. Regional concerns b. Site operation c. Site selection d. Land-use objectives |
c. Site selection
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An environmental impact statement should contain all of the following except:
a. project description and land-use relationships b. probable impact of the proposed action on the environment c. probable adverse environmental effects which can be avoided d. relationship between local short-term uses of the environment and enhancement of long-term productivity |
c. probable adverse environmental effects which can be avoided
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The Council on Environmental Quality requires _______________ to submit an Environmental Quality Report to Congress:
a. the President b. each representative c. the governor of each state d. federal agencies |
a. the President
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_______________ developed a set of guidelines to aid urban areas and cities in assessing the impacts of development actions:
a. NEPA b. HUD c. the Council on Environmental Quality d. the Overseas Development Council |
b. HUD
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According to the Bureau of the Census, the rural and suburban areas:
a. have shown an increase in population since 1970 b. have shown a decrease in population since 1970 c. are considered high taxed areas d. will predict future population growth |
a. have shown an increase in population since 1970
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The _______________ in many cities has been leveling off but has been increasing in the suburbs:
a. pollution rate b. rate of population growth c. use of private automobiles d. use of public water |
b. rate of population growth
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Suburban areas account for _______________ percent of the population in 1988, as compared to _______________ percent in 1970:
a. 44.8 and 36.5 b. 45.7 and 37.2 c. 37.2 and 45.7 d. 36.5 and 37.2 |
b. 45.7 and 37.2
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Which one of the following would be considered primary gain for moving from the city into a suburban area:
a. fire protection b. lower taxes c. better schools d. improved sanitary conditions |
b. lower taxes
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For every 1000 new people, a community will require all of the following except:
a. the collection and disposal of 548 to 730 tons of solid waste per year b. an additional supply of 10 to 30 million gallons of water per year c. 10.0 or more acres of land for schools, parks, and play areas d. two to four additional hospital beds and three nursing home beds |
b. an additional supply of 10 to 30 million gallons of water per year
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The Federal air quality standard for sulfur oxides in parts per million is:
a. 3.0 b. 0.03 c. 0.3 d. 0.003 |
b. 0.03
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_______________ assists in economic growth by increasing personal income, retail sales, and bank deposits:
a. development of local business b. rezoning c. industry d. subdividing |
d. subdividing
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The minimum sulfur dioxide concentration for vegetation damage is:
a. 10 ppm b. 3 ppm c. 0.20 ppm d. 0.03 ppm |
d. 0.03 ppm
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The nitrogen dioxide below _______________ ppm does not pose a health problem:
a. 0.15 b. 0.05 c. 0.50 d. 0.005 |
b. 0.05
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The EPA stream quality indicator for dissolved oxygen in stream water is:
a. 3 mg per liter b. 4 mg per liter c. 5 mg per liter d. 6 mg per liter |
d. 6 mg per liter
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If a sample of water contains 5000 fecal coliform colonies per 100 ml of water it is placed in which environmental impact category:
a. 2 b. 3 c. 4 d. 5 |
a. 2
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The EPA stream water quality rate for fecal coliform is:
a. 200 colonies per 100 ml b. 300 colonies per 100 ml c. 100 colonies per 100 ml d. 400 colonies per 100 ml |
a. 200 colonies per 100 ml
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Communities that desire to maintain the character of the community without over taxing its members should:
a. develop zoning regulations b. develop higher taxes on community organizations c. encourage the development of vacant land served by existing public services d. a and c above |
d. a and c above
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If the air in a community contains 0.10 to 0.17 parts per million of sulfur oxide, it is considered to be _______________ quality air:
a. high b. moderate c. poor d. extremely poor |
b. moderate
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The turbidity of water to be treated by slow sand filtration should not exceed:
a. 50 NTU b. 25 NTU c. 10 NTU d. 30 NTU |
b. 25 NTU
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The lack of comprehensive planning and controls for developments and subdivisions results in:
a. poor drainage b. inadequate public utilities c. undersized streets d. all of the above |
d. all of the above
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A certificate of compliance is issued by the _______________ when a system is properly installed:
a. manufacturer b. health department c. EPA d. property owner |
b. health department
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A city, village, or town may adopt a local sewage and waste ordinance as part of its _______________ depending on its availability and effectiveness:
a. sanitary code b. zoning ordinance c. building code d. all of the above |
d. all of the above
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Haphazard development can be controlled by comprehensive local and regional planning if:
a. public powers levy higher taxes b. public powers regulate development c. broad public powers and regulatory authority are provided d. none of the above |
c. broad public powers and regulatory authority are provided
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Subdivision plans involving individual wells and sewage disposal systems:
a. comply with Federal laws only in subdivisions of 25 lots or less b. can never supersede state or federal laws by the use of title stipulation c. must be adapted to the topography and geological formations existing d. none of the above |
c. must be adapted to the topography and geological formations existing
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A planning board's enforcement tools include:
a. subdivision regulations b. zoning codes c. guidance of improvement programs d. all of the above |
d. all of the above
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The preferred method for water and sewerage service for a subdivision is to:
a. develop a central water system b. extend existing water lines and construct individual sewage system c. extend existing water lines and community sewer lines d. require individual on-site facilities |
c. extend existing water lines and community sewer lines
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The generally accepted method(s) of preventing subdivision complications and obtaining orderly community growth is (are):
a. comprehensive land-use planning b. education c. effective regulation d. all of the above |
a. comprehensive land-use planning
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Planning and zoning regulations are based on:
a. the rights of the government to dictate and control the uses of land for the purpose of development b. the need to expand the land for development c. the rights of the Government to exercise its police power to control the private use of land for public benefit d. the development for growth and development of a region or area |
c. the rights of the Government to exercise its police power to control the private use of land for public benefit
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Strategic planning is a tool that helps organizations:
a. decide where they want to be in the future b. locate where they are now c. plan how to get to the desired state in the future d. all of the above |
d. all of the above
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Stakeholder Focused Interactive Strategic Planning makes the assumption that stakeholders must:
a. be willing to invest in the plan for it to succeed b. accept the plan or be run over by it c. participate in the plan or be left out d. like the organization doing the planning |
d. like the organization doing the planning
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A "vision" is a term used in strategic planning to represent the:
a. desired future state b. where the organization wants to be in 5 years c. the new organizational mission d. all of the above |
d. all of the above
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A SWOT analysis is:
a. an analysis of the future state b. an analysis of the current state c. a budget process d. none of the above |
d. none of the above
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A GAP analysis is:
a. an analysis of the future state b. an analysis of the current state c. an analysis of the distance between the current state and the future state d. none of the above |
c. an analysis of the distance between the current state and the future state
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The topography of a subdivision lot usually determines the location of the well with respect to the sewage disposal system:
a. True b. False |
a. True
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Plan implementation does include public acceptance:
a. True b. False |
a. True
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A project study is another term for "comprehensive regional planning:"
a. True b. False |
b. False
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Comprehensive community planning attempts to take an overall look at the total region:
a. True b. False |
a. True
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A QOL Index is useful in determining future demands made on water supplies in subdivisions:
a. True b. False |
b. False
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Plan implementation involves capital improvement programs and financing plans:
a. True b. False |
a. True
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Financing for municipal capital improvements is generally done by revenue bonds or general obligation bonds:
a. True b. False |
a. True
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Every 1,000 new people in a community will require 1,000,000 extra gallons of water per year:
a. True b. False |
b. False
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Stakeholder Focused Interactive Strategic planning is designed to locate common ground held by all stakeholders in the planning process:
a. True b. False |
a. True
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The assessment of stakeholders values, interests, and expectations can be used to evaluate the probability of success of a strategic plan:
a. True b. False |
a. True
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