AICP Practice Questions: Planning and Zoning

Types of AICP Practice Questions

When preparing for the AICP Practice Questions exam, it’s crucial to utilize a variety of practice questions. Here are the different types of questions you might encounter:

1. Multiple-Choice Questions

These are the most common type of questions on the AICP exam. Each question provides several answer options, and you must select the correct one. Here’s an example:

Question: Which of the following best defines zoning?

A) The regulation of land use in a municipality
B) The process of community engagement in planning
C) The evaluation of environmental impacts
D) The historical preservation of urban areas

Correct Answer: A

2. Scenario-Based Questions

Scenario-based questions present a hypothetical situation that you must analyze to determine the best course of action or identify a specific principle at play.

Scenario: A city is experiencing rapid population growth, leading to increased traffic congestion and demand for housing. As a planner, which of the following strategies would be most effective in addressing these issues?

A) Expanding the existing road network
B) Implementing a mixed-use development plan
C) Restricting new housing developments
D) Conducting a citywide traffic study

Correct Answer: B

3. True/False Questions

These questions require you to determine whether a statement is correct. They are useful for testing your understanding of specific facts and concepts.

Question: T/F: The National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) requires federal agencies to assess the environmental impacts of their proposed actions.

Correct Answer: True