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  1. Which design principle ensures that park facilities accommodate users with a wide range of abilities without requiring special adaptations?

    Answer: Universal design

    Universal design aims to create environments usable by all people to the greatest extent possible without adaptation, going beyond minimum ADA requirements.

  2. A park planner uses a SWOT analysis during the early stages of a master plan. What does the 'T' stand for?

    Answer: Threats

    In SWOT analysis, 'T' stands for Threats — external conditions that could negatively impact the agency or project.

  3. What is the primary purpose of a park and recreation system-wide Level of Service (LOS) standard?

    Answer: To measure how well facilities meet community demand

    LOS standards measure whether the quantity, quality, and distribution of parks and facilities adequately meet the needs of the community.

  4. A linear park planned along an abandoned rail corridor is an example of which planning concept?

    Answer: Greenway or rail-trail conversion

    Converting abandoned rail corridors into linear parks is a classic greenway/rail-trail strategy that repurposes existing infrastructure.

  5. Which document typically guides the long-range vision and priorities for a park and recreation agency over a 10–20 year horizon?

    Answer: Comprehensive/master plan

    A comprehensive or master plan establishes the long-range vision, goals, and priorities for park and recreation services over an extended planning horizon.

  6. In park design, the term 'program' refers to:

    Answer: The list of activities and spaces the facility must accommodate

    In design context, 'program' means the list of required activities, uses, and spaces that a facility must support — it drives the physical design.

  7. Which federal law most directly requires park agencies to conduct accessibility self-evaluations and transition plans?

    Answer: The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990

    Title II of the ADA requires public entities, including park and recreation agencies, to conduct self-evaluations and develop transition plans for achieving accessibility.