NRPA Advanced Techniques & Methods 4

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of a 'needs assessment' in recreation program development?

Accepted Answer

To identify gaps between current services and community demand

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To evaluate staff performance annually

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To determine equipment replacement schedules

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To establish pricing for programs

Question 2

In park horticulture, 'integrated pest management' (IPM) is distinguished by its emphasis on:

Accepted Answer

Combining biological, cultural, mechanical, and chemical controls based on monitoring thresholds

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Applying pesticides on a fixed calendar schedule

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Using only organic pesticide products

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Eliminating all pest species from park landscapes

Question 3

Which data collection method is most appropriate for evaluating the quality of a participant's recreation experience in real time?

Accepted Answer

Experience Sampling Method (ESM)

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Annual mail survey

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Post-season focus group

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Quarterly usage counts

Question 4

A recreation agency seeks to increase physical activity among sedentary adults. Which advanced program design principle supports lasting behavior change?

Accepted Answer

Applying the Transtheoretical Model to match interventions to stage of readiness

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Offering high-intensity competitive programming

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Increasing program fees to filter for motivated participants

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Limiting program options to reduce decision fatigue

Question 5

When managing a multi-use trail system, 'tread hardening' is used to:

Accepted Answer

Stabilize the trail surface to withstand heavier use without erosion

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Increase trail length capacity

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Designate trails for motorized use only

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Mark trail boundaries for user safety

Question 6

In recreational programming, 'reverse inclusion' refers to:

Accepted Answer

Integrating individuals without disabilities into programs designed for those with disabilities

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Excluding participants who do not meet skill requirements

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Providing separate programming as a legal accommodation

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Reducing program intensity for mixed-ability groups

Question 7

Which financial management technique helps a park agency determine the true cost of delivering a specific recreation program?

Accepted Answer

Activity-based costing (ABC)

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Fund accounting

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Cash flow projection

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Encumbrance accounting