CMCA PRACTICE EXAM QUESTIONS

CMCA PRACTICE EXAM QUESTIONS Preparing a bid request includes which of the following: A. Verifying References. B. Identifying potential contractors. C. Recommending a contractor to the board. D. Verifying contractor insurance. Ans- B Legal review prior to executing a contract will assist the association in the event that: A. A subcontractor is used. B. A performance bond is required. C. There is a budgetary shortfall. D. The board has questions or concerns. Ans- D Rather than describing the scope of work in detail in the contract, a manager may: A. Attach the bid specifications. B. Call each contractor to describe the job. C. Be on-site to oversee project content. D. Suggest the board meet the contractor to talk about the scope of work. Ans- A In older condominiums, an association should have what type of contract covering mechanical equipment? A. Time and materials B. Specific repair C.Service D. Preventative maintenance Ans- D For which project would a board most likely want to use a consultant to help develop bid specifications? A.Landscape renovation project B. Repairing and/or replacing roofs C. Painting the interior of lobbies and hallways D. Repairing HVAC and boilers Ans- B In what type of contract would a waiver of lien be recommended? A. Repair of the HVAC system B.Re-roofing the buildings C. Repair of the pool pump D. Annual tree pruning Ans- B In terms of compensation , a contract should state: A. Who provides insurance coverage B. Each employees rate to perform work C. When and on what terms payment(s) will be made D. Requirement for a payment bond Ans- C Alternative dispute resolution includes which of the following methods? A. Mediation B. Subrogation C.Litigation D.Indemnification Ans- A Employment contracts need not included: A.Legal Sources B.Interests C.Termination D.Notice Ans- B What is the best way to communicate managements expectation for an employee to complete regular and special tasks during a certain time-period? A.Job orientation B. Job duties C.Establishing performance goals D. Performance reviews Ans- C When staff members help to develop policies and procedures, they are more: A. Likely to get acknowledged for their contributions. B. Committed to their job C. Committed to implement them D. Likely to be satisfied with their job Ans- C Discipline as a part of the HR management can include: A. Counseling the employee B. Selecting using a progressive system C. Terminating an under-performing employee D. Gathering performance information from other employees Ans- A Which tool is mot effective for defining the employees duties? A. Personnel Policy B. Job Description C. Routine performance reviews D. State or local labor regulations Ans- B The purpose of a personnel manual or employee handbook is to: A. Provide the format for job evaluations B. Define individual job descriptions C. Detail the programs the company offers D. Explain he employee rights and responsibilities Ans- D What "duty" do the Board members and the manager have to the members? A. Accountability B. Loyalty C. Service D. Conduct Ans- B Which of the following would impact the opera