# Practice Management **URL:** https://community.blackspectacles.com/c/practice-management/6.md?page=4 [Latest](https://community.blackspectacles.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.blackspectacles.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.blackspectacles.com/tags.md) **Page:** 5 --- ## [PCM QUIZ Break 10 Question 2 -](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/pcm-quiz-break-10-question-2/5366)
**Author:** [@vincent.c.lee](https://community.blackspectacles.com/u/vincent.c.lee)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2023, 7:31pm UTC](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/pcm-quiz-break-10-question-2/5366 "2023-09-09T19:31:59Z")
I have a problem understanding why the explanation for Project B regarding CM-C with the presumption that it is a fast track delivery. It wasn’t mentioned in the scenario, however, Fast-track was only mentioned in Projec… --- ## [PCM Section 2 Quiz # 16](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/pcm-section-2-quiz-16/5358)
**Author:** [@Bushram](https://community.blackspectacles.com/u/Bushram)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 28, 2023, 4:48am UTC](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/pcm-section-2-quiz-16/5358 "2023-08-28T04:48:46Z")
Do we need to memorize what each construction Division means under CSI master format for PCM exam? --- ## [Insurance - independent contractors](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/insurance-independent-contractors/5306)
**Author:** [@abeltranb](https://community.blackspectacles.com/u/abeltranb)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 17, 2023, 5:24pm UTC](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/insurance-independent-contractors/5306 "2023-07-17T17:24:36Z")
Hi can someone clarify which kind of insurance cover any accidents of an independent contractor working for an architect? in the architect office and on the job site. General liability? Employer’s liability? Working com… --- ## [PcM Practice Exam Form 1, case study 1 of 5 question](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/pcm-practice-exam-form-1-case-study-1-of-5-question/5187)
**Author:** [@ichirokakami](https://community.blackspectacles.com/u/ichirokakami)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 5, 2023, 7:11pm UTC](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/pcm-practice-exam-form-1-case-study-1-of-5-question/5187 "2023-07-05T19:11:05Z")
Case Study 1, question 1 of 5. (#56/65) This is simple math question, but my answer was a wrong. The answer said, The RFP has the project scheduled to be completed in 31 weeks. But, RFP indicate, SD=3 weeks, DD=4wks, B… --- ## [Indemnification vs lacking privity](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/indemnification-vs-lacking-privity/5268)
**Author:** [@evaritimos](https://community.blackspectacles.com/u/evaritimos)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 25, 2023, 6:25pm UTC](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/indemnification-vs-lacking-privity/5268 "2023-06-25T18:25:31Z")
What is the difference between indemnification and lacking privity? The question was “what legal concept protects an architect against claims made by a subcontractor?” --- ## [Study Groups for PCM PJM CE](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/study-groups-for-pcm-pjm-ce/5235)
**Author:** [@gee-ya](https://community.blackspectacles.com/u/gee-ya)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2023, 9:36pm UTC](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/study-groups-for-pcm-pjm-ce/5235 "2023-06-11T21:36:52Z")
Hello Everyone! I’m wondering if anyone is interested in forming a virtual study group on PCM PJM CE? We can meet once or twice per week and share our study schedules, progress, material and ask questions and share ins… --- ## [Course Video - Firm Financials - Objective 2.1](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/course-video-firm-financials-objective-2-1/5189)
**Author:** [@tjecatleano](https://community.blackspectacles.com/u/tjecatleano)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2023, 3:27pm UTC](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/course-video-firm-financials-objective-2-1/5189 "2023-05-15T15:27:03Z")
REQUEST: Can we have the copy of Financial Documents Examples (PL, BS, AB, PP) shown on course video objective 2.1? It is very challenging to follow the video and do some practice calculation when you don’t have somethin… --- ## [PcM Video "Insurance Basics"](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/pcm-video-insurance-basics/5181)
**Author:** [@bianca.williams](https://community.blackspectacles.com/u/bianca.williams)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 11, 2023, 8:23pm UTC](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/pcm-video-insurance-basics/5181 "2023-05-11T20:23:33Z")
Can someone explain why in the “Insurance Basic” video, a Claims-made policy is stated that you do not have to have coverage during the time of the incident. This is contradicting the fact that claims’ made policies can … --- ## [Practice Exam PcM](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/practice-exam-pcm/5171)
**Author:** [@bianca.williams](https://community.blackspectacles.com/u/bianca.williams)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2023, 2:18pm UTC](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/practice-exam-pcm/5171 "2023-05-09T14:18:40Z")
Question Part 1:How does arbitration and litigation automatically associates with betterment? Question Part 2: A question from one of the video quizzes states reviewing old claims, litigation, & arbitration (with no add… --- ## [Question 2 Objective 3.1](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/question-2-objective-3-1/5139)
**Author:** [@ArchiTexTerry](https://community.blackspectacles.com/u/ArchiTexTerry)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 5, 2023, 1:34pm UTC](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/question-2-objective-3-1/5139 "2023-05-05T13:34:31Z")
My brain stopped working.& can’t seem to figure the math on this one? --- ## [Is construction admin. an add service?](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/is-construction-admin-an-add-service/5131)
**Author:** [@potoczakhalle](https://community.blackspectacles.com/u/potoczakhalle)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2023, 10:21pm UTC](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/is-construction-admin-an-add-service/5131 "2023-04-18T22:21:09Z")
Is construction administration an additional service? I’m confused because I thought CA was an add service, yet the architect reviewing submittals is included under basic services… --- ## [Practice Exam\_Selecting Candidate Question](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/practice-exam-selecting-candidate-question/4736)
**Author:** [@mhatahet](https://community.blackspectacles.com/u/mhatahet)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 7, 2023, 12:40am UTC](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/practice-exam-selecting-candidate-question/4736 "2023-04-07T00:40:37Z")
Hello Team, One of the questions I think is deceiving since the given information is vague. I know the requirements of the candidate needed is clear, yet we do not know if Candidate A is BIM proficient for sure. it is… --- ## [Failed Twice using Black Spectacles](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/failed-twice-using-black-spectacles/5106)
**Author:** [@carlos11937](https://community.blackspectacles.com/u/carlos11937)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2023, 2:20pm UTC](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/failed-twice-using-black-spectacles/5106 "2023-03-30T14:20:53Z")
I already failed twice using black spectacles resources --- ## [Sunday Workshop 3/12/23 follow up](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/sunday-workshop-3-12-23-follow-up/5070)
**Author:** [@coachemilyepple](https://community.blackspectacles.com/u/coachemilyepple)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2023, 10:19pm UTC](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/sunday-workshop-3-12-23-follow-up/5070 "2023-03-12T22:19:00Z")
So sorry to those that joined the workshop today, I lost connectivity as I was trying to clarify an answer during Q and A. We were discussing a hypothetical situation where an architect was being paid on a percentage ba… --- ## [Objective 4 Help](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/objective-4-help/5060)
**Author:** [@emma.vandewater](https://community.blackspectacles.com/u/emma.vandewater)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2023, 4:13am UTC](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/objective-4-help/5060 "2023-03-09T04:13:08Z")
What chapters in the architects professional handbook/what resources can I use to better understand Objective 4, I am struggling in this area. Thanks! @emilyepple --- ## [PCM. Question 10 - Quizz 2. Subject not covered in study material](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/pcm-question-10-quizz-2-subject-not-covered-in-study-material/5049)
**Author:** [@sofi.surreal](https://community.blackspectacles.com/u/sofi.surreal)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2023, 4:06pm UTC](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/pcm-question-10-quizz-2-subject-not-covered-in-study-material/5049 "2023-03-06T16:06:10Z")
The explanation for the correct answer for Q10 is lacking, makes assumptions of knowledge while it has not been covered in the study materials. It does not offer a description of the reasonings why to do those steps to g… --- ## [Responsible Control](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/responsible-control/5012)
**Author:** [@daniel.winstead](https://community.blackspectacles.com/u/daniel.winstead)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 24, 2023, 7:07pm UTC](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/responsible-control/5012 "2023-02-24T19:07:37Z")
Hey all, I am having the hardest time finding the full description of what qualifies as “responsible control of the the Architect” I looked at NCARB Model Rules of Conduct, rule 5 and it is not descriptive enough to hel… --- ## [Slip and Fall on site](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/slip-and-fall-on-site/4941)
**Author:** [@lawrencevgriffin](https://community.blackspectacles.com/u/lawrencevgriffin)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2023, 6:50pm UTC](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/slip-and-fall-on-site/4941 "2023-02-17T18:50:03Z")
If an Architect’s employee slips and falls on a construction site and breaks their back. Who’s insurance would cover the cost. And what if the employee wants to sue? Does this change anything? @emilyepple --- ## [Question from NCARB practice exam](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/question-from-ncarb-practice-exam/4951)
**Author:** [@potoczakhalle](https://community.blackspectacles.com/u/potoczakhalle)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 15, 2023, 5:38pm UTC](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/question-from-ncarb-practice-exam/4951 "2023-02-15T17:38:13Z")
Why would A, not be an answer? The arch can be a consultant to the contractor in design build, but vise versa isn’t possible? Thanks! 11.) A school board issues an RFP for a new elementary school. CBA Architects has s… --- ## [Balance sheet - performance indicators](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/balance-sheet-performance-indicators/4968)
**Author:** [@johnk](https://community.blackspectacles.com/u/johnk)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 15, 2023, 3:16pm UTC](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/balance-sheet-performance-indicators/4968 "2023-02-15T15:16:03Z")
are there any practice questions regarding balance sheet, performance indicators --- ## [Preparation](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/preparation/4969)
**Author:** [@James.D.Hawkins](https://community.blackspectacles.com/u/James.D.Hawkins)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2023, 1:56pm UTC](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/preparation/4969 "2023-02-14T13:56:19Z")
Found Haley Pugh Sunday workshop helped. Also I used the handbook objectives and the Architect Handbook for professional Practice author Wiley list of important things to know for the division. I passed the practice ma… --- ## [Do someone spanish speakers would to share concerns and doubts?](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/do-someone-spanish-speakers-would-to-share-concerns-and-doubts/4956)
**Author:** [@thinlinegroup.llc](https://community.blackspectacles.com/u/thinlinegroup.llc)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 11, 2023, 2:24pm UTC](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/do-someone-spanish-speakers-would-to-share-concerns-and-doubts/4956 "2023-02-11T14:24:27Z")
Hello. My name is Carlos, and PcM is my first exam. I’m studying with BS course. If anyone wants to share or chat about doubts or concerns about facing the PcM exam, we could help each other. Thanks. --- ## [Indemnification vs. subrogation](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/indemnification-vs-subrogation/4946)
**Author:** [@potoczakhalle](https://community.blackspectacles.com/u/potoczakhalle)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2023, 5:18pm UTC](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/indemnification-vs-subrogation/4946 "2023-02-06T17:18:28Z")
Can someone please tell me if I have these understood correctly? Thanks much!! Subrogation = ex.) if the arch gets sued by the owner, the consultant at fault is also pulled into the suit. When there is a waiver of subro… --- ## [CM delivery methods](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/cm-delivery-methods/4940)
**Author:** [@potoczakhalle](https://community.blackspectacles.com/u/potoczakhalle)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2023, 3:18pm UTC](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/cm-delivery-methods/4940 "2023-02-06T15:18:22Z")
Can someone define the differences/key points of these project delivery methods? Do all CM methods typically do a guaranteed maximum price? Thanks! -CM as advisor -CM as agent -CM as constructor -CM at risk --- ## [Struggling](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/struggling/3660)
**Author:** [@jessica\_lu](https://community.blackspectacles.com/u/jessica_lu)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2023, 8:30pm UTC](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/struggling/3660 "2023-02-03T20:30:43Z")
I’m not finding this content on the video lectures helpful at all. I paid for the expert ARE exam guides but seriously they are a freaking snooze. I’m not learning anything. The real issue is the trick questions. The ex… --- ## [\*\*Applying AIA B101 Contract Revisions \[Exercise B\]\*\*](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/applying-aia-b101-contract-revisions-exercise-b/4925)
**Author:** [@stefaniabarigelli](https://community.blackspectacles.com/u/stefaniabarigelli)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 2, 2023, 3:59pm UTC](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/applying-aia-b101-contract-revisions-exercise-b/4925 "2023-02-02T15:59:03Z")
Good evening, I would like to participate to the Applying AIA B101 Contract Revisions \[Exercise B\] webinar. Is still possible? Please, let me know. Thanks! --- ## [Virtual Wokshops](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/virtual-wokshops/4917)
**Author:** [@cgutierr](https://community.blackspectacles.com/u/cgutierr)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 30, 2023, 7:47pm UTC](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/virtual-wokshops/4917 "2023-01-30T19:47:47Z")
How many weeks does it take to cycle through the entire series of workshops for PCM? Thanks! --- ## [Practice Exam #3, question 11](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/practice-exam-3-question-11/4918)
**Author:** [@beth1](https://community.blackspectacles.com/u/beth1)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 30, 2023, 6:26pm UTC](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/practice-exam-3-question-11/4918 "2023-01-30T18:26:55Z")
The question states: "An architect is preparing a response to a request for proposals (RFP). The RFP provides the following information about the project’s scope of work: Interior renovation to an existing 125,000 squa… --- ## [Overhead vs. Indirect expenses](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/overhead-vs-indirect-expenses/4848)
**Author:** [@potoczakhalle](https://community.blackspectacles.com/u/potoczakhalle)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 22, 2023, 5:31pm UTC](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/overhead-vs-indirect-expenses/4848 "2023-01-22T17:31:30Z")
for ARE exams specifically, can we think of overhead and indirect expenses as the same thing? --- ## [Standard of Care: Is INCREASE = increase in Professional Liability Insurance?](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/standard-of-care-is-increase-increase-in-professional-liability-insurance/4831)
**Author:** [@gmorterabsa](https://community.blackspectacles.com/u/gmorterabsa)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 12, 2023, 5:58am UTC](https://community.blackspectacles.com/t/standard-of-care-is-increase-increase-in-professional-liability-insurance/4831 "2023-01-12T05:58:00Z")
@coachemilyepple We had a discusssion about this during the 010323 Work Session - tagging you per your suggestion so you may be able to research more about the topic. This may entail more Insurance involvement but it wi… [Previous page](https://community.blackspectacles.com/c/practice-management/6.md?page=3) [Next page](https://community.blackspectacles.com/c/practice-management/6.md?page=5)