APEGS National Professional Practice Examination (NPPE) - NPPE Exam Practice Test

Question 1

Which of the following statements regarding a negligence action in civil court Is false?

A. The plaintiff must prove on a balance of probabilities that the defendant knowingly and Intentionally put the plaintiff at risk through their actions. B. In order to assist the court in understanding technical matters, an expert witness may be called to provide an opinion. C. A finding of negligence in a civil suit may result in further disciplinary action by the professional regulator as double Jeopardy does not apply. D. The plaintiff must prove on a balance of probabilities that the defendant failed to meet the standard of care expected of an average professional in the field.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 2

Which of the following statements about mediation isfalse?

A. Mediation provides that if no settlement is reached, all information provided during the proceeding becomes privileged. B. Mediation is an assisted negotiation process in which a neutral third party facilitates settlement discussion. C. Mediation sessions must be attended by a representative of each party. D. A mediator must meet with both parties together, never with one party in the absence of the other.

Correct Answer: D

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Question 3

The purpose of licensing Is to protect (he public against the possible Incompetence, negligence, and professional misconduct. Which of the following statements explains how the public Is protected when a licensed corporation is engaged in engineering or geoscience?

A. The government Is obligated to step in from time to time to coordinate the engineering and geoscience activities of each corporation because Public Safety Canada Is responsible for ensuring the national security and safety of Canadians. B. The governing act for professional associations in almost every province and territory in Canada mandates each corporation to obtain a Permit to Practise, wherein the corporation must employ a licensed professional member to act in a supervisory capacity and assume personal responsibility for the services provided by the corporation. C. The provincial courts can intervene at any time and direct a corporation to make Its records public if It Is suspected by a judge of committing a misdemeanour or misconduct. D. A corporation is a legal entity that cannot be held responsible for professional misconduct; its "affairs' are restricted to the relationships among its affiliates and shareholders, directors, and officers, and therefore, the concept of violating public safety does not apply to the activities of a corporation, so the public is protected.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 4

Peer review is a process used by organizations and individuals to assess employees' performance and to identify potential improvements in their professional practices. Which of the following statements related to peer review in the context of professional practice isfalse?

A. A peer review can be conducted as an internal procedure utilizing staff from other departments of the same organization. B. A peer review is a special effort, not a routine process, that has a specific purpose, scope, format, duration, and reporting requirement. C. A peer review is generally done by a person or group with a similar level of technical or managerial expertise as the party being reviewed. D. A peer review is a mandatory and legal requirement for assessment of professional competence of individuals and organizations.

Correct Answer: D

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Question 5

As used by professional regulators in many Canadian Jurisdictions, a basis for conducting practice/assurance reviews on Individuals is to

A. meet the provincial/territorial governments' legal requirements of a continuing education program for licensed professionals B. provide low-cost educational opportunities to licensed professional or professionals-In-training C. ensure that the continuing professional development requirements are met by every licensed professional D. help non-practicing professionals regain the required technical skill sets after a brief Interruption of employment

Correct Answer: C

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Question 6

In each of the following situations, a licensed professional is Behaving unprofessionally. In which case would the professional be least likely subject to disciplinary action for negligence?

A. A professional who recently moved to a new city designed a new stormwater management system based on standards that the professional had previously used, unaware that different standards were used in the new city. B. A professional working on a building design decided not to use the latest building codes as part of the design because It would cost more money and delay the project. C. A professional stamped construction drawings tor a new bridge across a river without thoroughly checking them in order to prevent any further project delays. D. A professional managing a large construction project frequently took small amounts of money from the project for use in online gambling games.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 7

Which of the following statements about technical societies in Canada isfalse?

A. They stimulate original thought, discussion, and the dissemination of knowledge. B. They provide licensing and certification for professional practice. C. They are typically organized by technical discipline. D. They encourage networking and facilitate technical debate.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 8

A licensed professional mechanical engineer runs a consulting company based in Alberta. The professional is currently designing a project located in Manitoba. The principal modular components of the project are being constructed in Saskatchewan and will be moved and assembled in Manitoba once complete. In order to oversee the construction of the modules, the professional spends a significant amount of their time on-site in Saskatchewan.
Where does the professional need to be registered and why?

A. Alberta, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan, as the professional is practicing in all three provinces. B. Alberta and Manitoba only, as the professional's company is in Alberta and the project Is located In Manitoba. C. Manitoba only, as the professional is designing a project located in that province. D. Alberta only, as the professional's consulting company Is based in Alberta.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 9

Which of the following statements about government involvement with real property istrueaccording to Canadian law?

A. The government has retained most of the interest in mines and minerals. B. The government has transferred all of its rights to land to various parties. C. The government has the right to use the land for public purposes without paying any compensation. D. The government has transferred its rights to all real property to private parties.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 10

Person is trying to determine the best solution to an ethical problem by applying Mill's Utilitarianism theory; that Is, she Is trying to determine the maximum benefit for the greatest number of people in the situation.
Which of the following factors Is least likely to Influence the solution?

A. Equality of the benefit provided B. Intensity of the benefit C. Number of people who will benefit D. Duration of the benefit

Correct Answer: A

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Question 11

Before approving work done by others not under his or her direct supervision, a professional member must:

A. verbally interview all of the people who completed the work B. complete a thorough review of the work C. re-do all calculations completed as part of the work D. complete a cursory review of the work

Correct Answer: B

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Question 12

All of the following duties are duties of professional engineers and geoscientists to society except the duty to ensure that their work will.

A. achieve maximum benefits for society at large B. promote the health and safety of the public C. achieve maximum returns on Investment for their employer D. promote the protection of the environment through socially acceptable means

Correct Answer: C

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Question 13

What is the basic purpose of insurance?

A. To protect the public from personal liability and property damage B. To spread and shift risk C. To help successful litigants recover legal costs D. To leap assets beyond the risk of creditors

Correct Answer: B

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Question 14

In which of the following types of contracts does the owner pay the contractor a stipulated amount for each unit or section of work performed?

A. Unit-Price Contract B. Design-Build Contract C. Fixed-Price Contract D. Cost-Plus Contract

Correct Answer: A

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Question 15

The following statements, except for one, give valid reasons for a licensed professional to strive to follow existing codes, standards, and regulations. Which Is the exception?

A. These documents may become the minimum mandatory standard in court in the event that a failure or accident occurs. B. These documents allow the licensed professional to absolve themselves of any project liabilities that may arise. C. These documents establish common industry practices to promote quality, consistency, and public safety. D. These documents provide directional assistance to the licensed professional when establishing project protocols and guidelines.

Correct Answer: B

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