Professional Practice Architecture Practice Test

Who has the authority to change the members of the P.R.B.O.A.?

1. P.R.C. Chair

2. The President of the Philippines

3. I.A.P.O.A.

4. P.R.B.O.A. chair

The correct answer is: The President of the Philippines

The authority to change the members of the Professional Regulatory Board of Architecture (P.R.B.O.A.) rests with the President of the Philippines. This appointment process is established by the laws that govern professional regulatory boards. The President has the power to appoint and remove board members, and this authority is a reflection of the executive branch's role in overseeing professional regulation and ensuring that the board functions effectively in its mandate. While the P.R.C. Chair plays a significant role in the operations of the Professional Regulation Commission (P.R.C.) and the board, and the P.R.B.O.A. chair is involved in the administration of board activities, they do not possess the authority to alter the composition of the board members themselves. Similarly, the I.A.P.O.A. (which refers to a potential organization relevant to architects) may have an influence on recommendations or advocacy for the profession but lacks the executive authority to appoint or dismiss members of the board. Thus, the President is the correct answer as they hold the ultimate authority in such appointments.