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The Condominium Act law is an act to define condominium, establish requirements for its creation, and govern its incidents.
- P.D. 4276
- R.A. 4726
- P.D. 4726
- R.A. 4276

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Explore key Real Estate laws in the Philippines through a focused quiz. Assess your understanding of laws like the Condominium Act, Maceda Law, and the Comprehensive Agrarian Reform Law, crucial for professionals dealing with property law and rights in the Philippines.

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“Maceda Law” or The Realty Installment Buyer Protection Act which provides protection to buyers of residential units on installments against scrupulous sellers/contracts (including residential condominium apartments, but excluding industrial lots, commercial buildings and sales to tenants.
- R.A. 6552
- P.D. 6552
- R.A. 6225
- P.D. 6225
Correct Answer

A. R.A. 6552

Explanation

The correct answer is R.A. 6552. This law, also known as the Maceda Law or The Realty Installment Buyer Protection Act, offers protection to buyers of residential units on installments. It safeguards them against unscrupulous sellers and contracts. The law covers various residential properties, including residential condominium apartments, but excludes industrial lots, commercial buildings, and sales to tenants.

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Comprehensive Agrarian Reform Law, the law that protects the welfare of the landless farmers and farm workers will receive the highest consideration to promote social justice and to move the nation toward sound rural development and industrialization, and the establishment of owner cultivatorship of economic-sized farms as the basis of Philippine agriculture.
- R.A. 6657
- R.A. 6557
- P.D. 6657
- P.D. 6557
Correct Answer

A. R.A. 6657

Explanation

The correct answer is R.A. 6657 because it is the only option that matches the given description of the law that protects the welfare of landless farmers and farm workers. The other options, R.A. 6557, P.D. 6657, and P.D. 6557, do not align with the description provided.

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AN ACT TO ORDAIN AND INSTITUTE THE CIVIL CODE OF THE pHILIPPINES.
- R.A. 386
- P.D. 386
- R.A. 836
- P.D. 836
Correct Answer

A. R.A. 386

Explanation

The correct answer is R.A. 386 because it is the only option that matches the title of the act mentioned in the question. The other options, P.D. 386, R.A. 836, and P.D. 836, do not match the title "AN ACT TO ORDAIN AND INSTITUTE THE CIVIL CODE OF THE PHILIPPINES." Therefore, R.A. 386 is the most appropriate answer.

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Foreign Investment Act 1991, AN ACT TO PROMOTE FOREIGN INVESTMENTS, PRESCRIBE THE PROCEDURES FOR REGISTERING ENTERPRISES DOING BUSINESS IN THE pHILIPPINES, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES
- R.A. 7042
- P.D. 7042
- R.A. 7402
- P.D. 7402
Correct Answer

A. R.A. 7042

Explanation

The correct answer is R.A. 7042 because it is the abbreviation for Republic Act 7042, which is also known as the Foreign Investment Act of 1991. This act was enacted to promote foreign investments in the Philippines and provides the procedures for registering enterprises doing business in the country.

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The Local Government Code of 1991, devolves the following function of HLRUB to the local government units, issuance of approval of subdivision plans to local government units (LGUs) subject to national laws and standards, and devolves to the Sangguniang Panlalawigan, subject to national guidelines and standards the approval of comprehensive land use plans of municipalities.
- R.A. 7160
- P.D. 7160
- R.A. 7610
- P.D. 7610
Correct Answer

A. R.A. 7160

Explanation

The correct answer is R.A. 7160 because it is the Local Government Code of 1991 which devolves the functions of HLRUB to the local government units.

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The “Lina Law” or the Urban Development & Housing Act of 1992, is AN ACT TO PROVIDE FOR A COMPREHENSIVE AND CONTINUING URBAN DEVELOPMENT AND HOUSING PROGRAM, ESTABLISH THE MECHANISM FOR ITS IMPLEMENTATION, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES
- P.D. 7279
- R.A. 7279
- P.D. 7729
- R.A. 7729
Correct Answer

A. R.A. 7279

Explanation

The correct answer is R.A. 7279. This is because R.A. 7279 refers to the Urban Development & Housing Act of 1992, also known as the "Lina Law." This law aims to provide a comprehensive and continuing urban development and housing program and establishes the mechanism for its implementation. Therefore, R.A. 7279 is the correct answer as it corresponds to the given description of the "Lina Law" or the Urban Development & Housing Act of 1992.

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Comprehensive and Integrated Shelter Financing Act of 1994, AN ACT PROVIDING FOR A COMPREHENSIVE AND INTEGRATED SHELTER AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT FINANCING PROGRAM BY INCREASING AND REGULARIZING THE YEARLY APPROPRIATION OF THE MAJOR COMPONENTS OF THE NATIONAL SHELTER PROGRAM, INCLUDING THE ABOT-KAYA PABAHAY FUND, AUGMENTING THE AUTHORIZED CAPITAL STOCK AND PAID-UP CAPITAL OF THE NATIONAL HOME MORTGAGE FINANCE CORPORATION (NHMFC) AND THE HOME INSURANCE AND GUARANTY CORPORATION (HIGC), IDENTIFYING OTHER SOURCES OF FUNDING AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS FOR THE PURPOSES.
- P.D. 7385
- P.D. 7835
- R.A. 7385
- R.A. 7835
Correct Answer

A. R.A. 7835

Explanation

The correct answer is R.A. 7835. This act, also known as the Comprehensive and Integrated Shelter Financing Act of 1994, provides for a comprehensive and integrated shelter and urban development financing program. It aims to increase and regularize the yearly appropriation of the major components of the National Shelter Program, including the Abot-Kaya Pabahay Fund. It also augments the authorized capital stock and paid-up capital of the National Home Mortgage Finance Corporation (NHMFC) and the Home Insurance and Guaranty Corporation (HIGC), and identifies other sources of funding for the purposes of the program.

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Known as the Charter of the Housing and Land Use Regulatory Board (HLURB) which promulgate the zoning & other land use control standards & guidelines
- E.O. 684
- E.O. 846
- E.O. 486
- E.O. 648
Correct Answer

A. E.O. 648
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Indigenous Peoples Rights Act, AN ACT TO RECOGNIZE, PROTECT AND PROMOTE THE RIGHTS OF INDIGENOUS CULTURAL COMMUNITIES/INDIGENOUS PEOPLE, CREATING A NATIONAL COMMISSION OF INDIGENOUS PEOPLE, ESTABLISHING IMPLEMENTING MECHANISMS, APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES
- R.A. 8371
- P.D. 8371
- R.A. 8731
- P.D. 8731
Correct Answer

A. R.A. 8371

Explanation

The correct answer is R.A. 8371 because it stands for Republic Act 8371, which is the Indigenous Peoples Rights Act. This act recognizes, protects, and promotes the rights of indigenous cultural communities and indigenous people in the Philippines. It establishes a National Commission of Indigenous People and provides implementing mechanisms and funds for the protection of their rights.

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Law that prescribe the policies and procedures that will guide the operations of the Home Guaranty Corporation particularly the implementation of a credit guaranty system for housing.
- R.A. 8763
- P.D. 8763
- P.D. 8673
- R.A. 8673
Correct Answer

A. R.A. 8763

Explanation

R.A. 8763 is the correct answer because it is the law that prescribes the policies and procedures for the Home Guaranty Corporation's credit guaranty system for housing. This law specifically outlines the guidelines for the operations of the corporation and ensures that the implementation of the credit guaranty system is carried out effectively.

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The Dual Citizens Law or "Citizenship Retention and Re-acquisition Act of 2003, declared in this policy of the State that all Philippine citizens of another country shall be deemed not to have lost their Philippine citizenship under the conditions of this Act.
- P.D. 9255
- P.D. 9225
- R.A. 9255
- R.A. 9225
Correct Answer

A. R.A. 9225

Explanation

The correct answer is R.A. 9225. This law, also known as the Citizenship Retention and Re-acquisition Act of 2003, states that Philippine citizens who acquire citizenship of another country shall not lose their Philippine citizenship. This means that dual citizens, or Philippine citizens who hold citizenship in another country, are recognized and allowed to retain their Philippine citizenship.

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The Philippine Environmental Impact Assessment System law by DENR which requires all person, partnership or corporation to secure an Environment Compliance Certificate prior to undertaking any activity.
- P.D. 1856
- P.D. 1586
- R.A. 1586
- R.A. 1856
Correct Answer

A. P.D. 1586

Explanation

The correct answer is P.D. 1586. This law, also known as the Philippine Environmental Impact Assessment System law, requires all individuals, partnerships, or corporations to obtain an Environment Compliance Certificate before carrying out any activities.

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The COMPREHENSIVE AGRARIAN REFORM LAW which implements a comprehensive agrarian reform with the intention that any conversion of private land to non-agricultural uses should first be cleared before hand by the Department of Agrarian Reform.
- P.D. 6557
- R.A. 6557
- P.D. 6657
- R.A. 6657
Correct Answer

A. R.A. 6657

Explanation

The correct answer is R.A. 6657. This is because R.A. 6657 refers to the Comprehensive Agrarian Reform Law, which implements a comprehensive agrarian reform. This law requires that any conversion of private land to non-agricultural uses should first be cleared by the Department of Agrarian Reform.

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Law in which HLURB assumed the functions of the National Housing Authority on real estate management and was mandated to enforce P.D. 957, P.D. 1216 and P.D. 1517 among others and was vested with quasi-judicial powers to make it a more effective regulatory agency.
- E.O. 648
- B.P. 648
- R.A. 648
- P.D 648
Correct Answer

A. E.O. 648
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Law in which the HLURB was designated as the sole regulatory body for housing and land development. It was mandated to encourage greater private sector participation in low cost housing through liberalization of development standards simplification of regulations and decentralization of permits and licenses. It was identified together with National Housing Authority (NHA), National Home Mortgage and Finance Corp. (NHMFC) and Home Guaranty Corporation (HGC), as a key shelter agency under housing activities of the government to ensure the accomplishment of National Shelter Program.
- E.O. 90
- P.D. 90
- B.P. 90
- R.A. 90
Correct Answer

A. E.O. 90
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Subdivision and Condominium Buyers Protective Decree which regulate sale of subdivision lots and condominiums units to buyers, defines sale to be covered by registration, defines duties and responsibilities of owner/developer (o/d) of condominium and subdivision projects and defines rights of condominium/subdivision units/lot buyers
- P.D. 957
- B.P. 220
- E.O. 648
- R.A. 386
Correct Answer

A. P.D. 957

Explanation

P.D. 957 is the correct answer because it is the Presidential Decree that specifically addresses the regulation of the sale of subdivision lots and condominium units to buyers. It establishes the Subdivision and Condominium Buyers Protective Decree, which outlines the duties and responsibilities of the owner/developer of these projects and defines the rights of the buyers. P.D. 957 is the most relevant and applicable law in this context.

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The “Lina Law” or the Urban Development & Housing Act of 1992 which Provides for Balance Socialized Housing Program through provision of low cost housing program (SHP) intended to benefit the underprivileged and homeless and to be sold at the lowest interest rate and requires developers of residential subdivision projects to allocate 20% of the projects area/cost into socialized housing.
- R.A. 7279
- P.D. 7279
- R.A. 7729
- P.D. 7729
Correct Answer

A. R.A. 7279

Explanation

The correct answer is R.A. 7279 because it is the law that is commonly known as the "Lina Law" or the Urban Development & Housing Act of 1992. This law specifically provides for a Balanced Socialized Housing Program, which aims to provide low-cost housing for the underprivileged and homeless. It also requires developers of residential subdivision projects to allocate 20% of the project's area or cost into socialized housing.

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Law that defines open spaces in residential subdivision and amended Sect. 31 of PD 957 which requires subdivision owners to provide adequate roads, alleys, sidewalks and reserved open spaces for parks or recreational use equivalent to 30% of the total area of the subdivision project; and are non-saleable/non-alienable public lands.
- P.D. 1261
- R.A. 1216
- P.D. 1216
- R.A. 1261
Correct Answer

A. P.D. 1216

Explanation

P.D. 1216 is the correct answer because it is the law that specifically amended Section 31 of PD 957, which requires subdivision owners to provide open spaces in residential subdivisions. This law mandates that subdivision owners must allocate a certain percentage of the total area of the subdivision project for roads, alleys, sidewalks, and reserved open spaces for parks or recreational use. These open spaces are considered non-saleable/non-alienable public lands.

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Law that authorizes the HLURB to promulgate different levels of standards and technical requirements for economic and socialized housing projects from those provided for under PD 957, PD 1216, PD 1096 and PD 1185.
- P.D. 220
- R.A. 220
- E.O. 220
- B.P. 220
Correct Answer

A. B.P. 220

Explanation

B.P. 220 stands for Batas Pambansa Blg. 220, which is a law that authorizes the HLURB (Housing and Land Use Regulatory Board) to establish varying levels of standards and technical requirements for economic and socialized housing projects. This law specifically grants the HLURB the power to set different standards from those provided for under PD 957, PD 1216, PD 1096, and PD 1185, which are other laws related to housing and land use. Therefore, B.P. 220 is the correct answer because it is the specific law that grants the HLURB the authority to promulgate different standards for housing projects.

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The Urban Land Reform Law provides for protection of legitimate tenants and requires clearance for development proposals and land transactions in proclaimed Area for Priority Development (APDs) and Urban Land Reform Zones (ULRZs).
- P.D. 1517
- R.A. 1517
- P.D. 5171
- R.A. 5171
Correct Answer

A. P.D. 1517

Explanation

The correct answer is P.D. 1517. This is because the given statement mentions the Urban Land Reform Law, and P.D. 1517 is the correct law number for the Urban Land Reform Law.

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Provides for implementing guidelines and role of HLURB in the devolution of a approval of subdivision plans to the LGUs.
- E.O. 71
- P.D. 71
- R.A. 71
- B.P. 71
Correct Answer

A. E.O. 71
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Law that amends the Sections 4 and 16 of RA 4726 or the “Condominium Act” where HLURB is given the following authorities for the approval of any amendment to or revocation of the enabling or master deed of a condominium project subject to consent by a simple majority of all registered owners, and where prior notification to all registered owner is done and approval of the expansion of a condominium corporation or integration of a condominium project with another project upon the affirmation vote of a simple majority of registered owners.
- P.D. 7899
- R.A. 7899
- P.D. 8799
- R.A. 8799
Correct Answer

A. R.A. 7899
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Foreign Investments Act of 1991, AN ACT TO FURTHER LIBERALIZE FOREIGN INVESTMENTS, AMENDING FOR THE PURPOSE REPUBLIC ACT NO. 7042, and specifies entitlements and conditions for land acquisition for investment and other purposes.
- P.D. 8179
- P.D. 8719
- R.A. 8179
- R.A. 8719
Correct Answer

A. R.A. 8179

Explanation

The correct answer is R.A. 8179 because it is the Republic Act that further liberalizes foreign investments and amends Republic Act No. 7042. This Act specifically addresses entitlements and conditions for land acquisition for investment and other purposes.

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Law that proclaims certain areas and types of projects as environmentally critical and within the scope of the requirements of PD 1586.
- Proclamation No. 2146
- Proclamation No. 2164
- Proclamation No. 1246
- Proclamation No. 2416
Correct Answer

A. Proclamation No. 2146

Explanation

Proclamation No. 2146 is the correct answer because it is the law that proclaims certain areas and types of projects as environmentally critical and within the scope of the requirements of PD 1586.

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The laws on land ownership by Filipinos overseas that stipulates guidelines on land ownership by former Filipinos for purposes of establishing residence.
- B.P. 185
- R.A. 185
- P.D. 185
- E.O. 185
Correct Answer

A. B.P. 185

Explanation

B.P. 185 refers to Batas Pambansa Blg. 185, which is a law in the Philippines that stipulates guidelines on land ownership by former Filipinos for the purpose of establishing residence. This law outlines the conditions and limitations for overseas Filipinos who wish to own land in the country. It ensures that only former Filipinos who intend to reside in the Philippines are eligible to own land, preventing foreign ownership and safeguarding the rights of Filipino citizens.

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LAW THAT DEFINE THE ARCHIPELAGIC BASELINE OF THE pHILIPPINES AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES
- P.D. 9255
- P.D. 9522
- R.A. 9255
- R.A. 9522
Correct Answer

A. R.A. 9522

Explanation

R.A. 9522 refers to Republic Act 9522. This law defines the archipelagic baseline of the Philippines and serves other purposes. It is the correct answer because it specifically addresses the subject matter mentioned in the question. The other options, P.D. 9255, P.D. 9522, and R.A. 9255, are not relevant to the given topic.

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“Home Development Mutual Fund Law of 2009, otherwise known as Pag-IBIG (Pagtutulungan sa kinabukasan: Ikaw, Bangko, Industriya at Gobyerno) Fund”, its policy of the State is to establish, develop, promote, and integrate a nationwide sound and viable tax-exempt mutual provident savings system suitable to the needs of the employed and other earning groups, and to motivate them to better plan and provide for their housing needs, by membership in the Home Development Mutual Fund, with mandatory contributory support of the employers in the spirit of social justice and the pursuit of national development. I
- R.A. 9679
- R.A. 9769
- P.D. 9679
- P.D. 9679
Correct Answer

A. R.A. 9679

Explanation

The correct answer is R.A. 9679 because the given statement refers to the Home Development Mutual Fund Law of 2009, which is also known as Pag-IBIG Fund. R.A. 9679 stands for Republic Act 9679, which is the official legal document that established this law.

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Climate Change Act of 2009, AN ACT MAINSTREAMING CLIMATE CHANGE INTO GOVERNMENT POLICY FORMULATIONS, ESTABLISHING THE FRAMEWORK STRATEGY AND PROGRAM ON CLIMATE CHANGE, CREATING FOR THIS PURPOSE THE CLIMATE CHANGE COMMISSION, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES
- R.A. 9279
- P.D. 9279
- R.A. 9729
- P.D. 9729
Correct Answer

A. R.A. 9729
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Law for "Magna Carta for Homeowners and Homeowners’ Associations" which states that the policy of the State is to uphold the rights of the people to form unions, associations, or societies, and to recognize and promote the rights and the roles of homeowners as individuals and as members of the society and of homeowners' associations
- P.D. 9094
- P.D. 9904
- R.A. 9094
- R.A. 9904
Correct Answer

A. R.A. 9904

Explanation

The correct answer is R.A. 9904 because it is the law that pertains to the "Magna Carta for Homeowners and Homeowners' Associations." This law recognizes and promotes the rights of homeowners as individuals and as members of homeowners' associations. It upholds the policy of the state to support the formation of unions, associations, or societies for homeowners.

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AN ACT AMENDING THE NATIONAL INTERNAL REVENUE CODE, AS AMENDED, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES which promote sustainable economic growth through the rationalization of the Philippine internal revenue tax system.
- R.A. 8424
- R.A. 8244
- P.D. 8424
- P.D. 8244
Correct Answer

A. R.A. 8424

Explanation

The correct answer is R.A. 8424 because it is the act that amends the National Internal Revenue Code and promotes sustainable economic growth through the rationalization of the Philippine internal revenue tax system.

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"Rental Reform Act of 2002", AN ACT ESTABLISHING REFORMS IN THE REGULATION OF RENTALS OF CERTAIN RESIDENTIAL UNITS, PROVIDING THE MECHANISMS THEREFOR AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES and for the common good, undertake a continuing of urban land reform an housing which will make available at affordable cost decent housing and basic services to underprivileged and homeless citizens in urban centers and resettlement areas.
- P.D. 9161
- P.D. 6191
- R.A. 9161
- R.A. 6191
Correct Answer

A. R.A. 9161

Explanation

The correct answer is R.A. 9161 because it stands for Republic Act 9161. The given passage mentions the "Rental Reform Act of 2002" and states that it is an act establishing reforms in the regulation of rentals of certain residential units. Republic Act 9161 is the most appropriate option as it aligns with the information provided in the passage.

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"Personal Equity and Retirement Account (PERA) Act of 2008”, AN ACT ESTABLISHING A PROVIDENT PERSONAL SAVINGS PLAN which aims to promote capital market development and savings mobilization by establishing a legal and regulatory framework of retirement plans for persons, comprised of voluntary personal savings and investments.
- R.A. 9505
- P.D. 9505
- E.O. 9505
- B.P. 9505
Correct Answer

A. R.A. 9505

Explanation

The correct answer is R.A. 9505 because R.A. stands for Republic Act, which is the term used for laws passed by the Philippine Congress. Therefore, R.A. 9505 refers to Republic Act No. 9505, which is the official name for the Personal Equity and Retirement Account (PERA) Act of 2008. This law establishes a provident personal savings plan aimed at promoting capital market development and savings mobilization for retirement.

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"Chain Saw Act of 2002", AN ACT REGULATING THE OWNERSHIP, POSSESSION, SALE, IMPORTATION AND USE OF CHAIN SAWS, PENALIZING VIOLATIONS THEREOF AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES and to conserve, develop and protect the forest resources under sustainable management.
- B.P. 9175
- E.O. 9175
- P.D. 9175
- R.A. 9175
Correct Answer

A. R.A. 9175

Explanation

The correct answer is R.A. 9175 because the given statement refers to an act or law that regulates the ownership, possession, sale, importation, and use of chain saws. R.A. stands for Republic Act, which is the term used for laws in the Philippines. Therefore, R.A. 9175 is the correct answer as it represents the specific law mentioned in the statement.

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"Philippine Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Act of 2010", AN ACT STRENGTHENING THE pHILIPPINE DISASTER RISK REDUCTION AND MANAGEMENT SYSTEM, PROVIDING FOR THE NATIONAL DISASTER RISK REDUCTION AND MANAGEMENT FRAMEWORK AND INSTITUTIONALIZING THE NATIONAL DISASTER RISK REDUCTION AND MANAGEMENT PLAN, APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
- R.A. 10121
- R.A. 10157
- R.A. 10351
- R.A. 10354
Correct Answer

A. R.A. 10121

Explanation

The correct answer is R.A. 10121 because it is the Philippine Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Act of 2010. This act aims to strengthen the country's disaster risk reduction and management system by providing a national framework and plan for disaster risk reduction and management. It also appropriates funds for this purpose and institutionalizes the national disaster risk reduction and management plan.

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"Kindergarten Education Act", AN ACT INSTITUTIONALIZING THE KINDERGARTEN EDUCATION INTO THE BASIC EDUCATION SYSTEM AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFORE
- RA 10517
- RA 10157
- PD 10517
- PD 10157
Correct Answer

A. RA 10157

Explanation

RA 10157 is the correct answer because it is the specific law that institutionalizes kindergarten education into the basic education system and appropriates funds for it. The other options, RA 10517, PD 10517, and PD 10157, are not relevant to the topic of kindergarten education.

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Sin Tax Reform Law of 2012
- R.A. 10351
- P.D. 10351
- R.A. 10531
- P.D. 10531
Correct Answer

A. R.A. 10351

Explanation

R.A. 10351 refers to the Sin Tax Reform Law of 2012. This law was enacted to increase taxes on alcohol and tobacco products in order to discourage their consumption and generate revenue for the government. It aimed to promote public health by reducing the prevalence of smoking and excessive drinking, as well as to address the budget deficit by increasing tax revenues.

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“The Responsible Parenthood and Reproductive Health Act of 2012″, recognizes and guarantees the human rights of all persons including their right to equality and nondiscrimination of these rights, the right to sustainable human development, the right to health which includes reproductive health, the right to education and information, and the right to choose and make decisions for themselves in accordance with their religious convictions, ethics, cultural beliefs, and the demands of responsible parenthood.
- R.A. 10354
- R.A. 10534
- P.D. 10354
- P.D. 10534
Correct Answer

A. R.A. 10354

Explanation

The correct answer is R.A. 10354 because the given statement is referring to the Responsible Parenthood and Reproductive Health Act of 2012, which is commonly known as R.A. 10354. This act recognizes and guarantees various human rights, including the right to equality and nondiscrimination, the right to sustainable human development, the right to health (including reproductive health), the right to education and information, and the right to choose and make decisions based on religious convictions, ethics, cultural beliefs, and responsible parenthood.

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“Domestic Workers Act” or “Batas Kasambahay”.
- R.A. 10631
- P.D. 10631
- R.A. 10361
- P.D. 10361
Correct Answer

A. R.A. 10361

Explanation

The correct answer is R.A. 10361. This is because R.A. 10361 refers to Republic Act No. 10361, which is also known as the "Domestic Workers Act" or "Batas Kasambahay." This law provides for the rights and welfare of domestic workers in the Philippines, ensuring that they are protected from abuse, provided with fair wages and benefits, and given access to social protection services.

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"National Building Code of the Philippines" in which its purpose is to provide for all buildings and structures, a framework of minimum standards and requirements to regulate and control their location, site, design quality of materials, construction, use, occupancy, and maintenance.
- P.D. 1529
- P.D. 1096
- P.D. 1185
- None of the above
Correct Answer

A. P.D. 1096

Explanation

P.D. 1096 is the correct answer because it is the specific law that refers to the National Building Code of the Philippines. This law outlines the purpose of the code, which is to establish minimum standards and requirements for the regulation and control of buildings and structures in terms of their location, design, construction, use, occupancy, and maintenance. P.D. 1529 and P.D. 1185 are not related to building codes, and "None of the above" is not the correct answer because P.D. 1096 is the relevant law.

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FIRE CODE OF THE pHILIPPINES LAW?
- P.D. 1185
- P.D. 1151
- P.D. 1815
- None of the above
Correct Answer

A. P.D. 1185

Explanation

P.D. 1185 is the correct answer because it is the specific law that governs the fire code in the Philippines. The other options, P.D. 1151 and P.D. 1815, are not related to fire codes.

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“PROPERTY REGISTRATION DECREE.” LAW RELATIVE TO REGISTRATION OF PROPERTY AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
- P.D. 1529
- P.D. 1259
- R.A. 1529
- R.A. 1259
Correct Answer

A. P.D. 1529
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Law of "The Corporation Code of the Philippines."
- B.P. 68
- B.P. 185
- B.P. 86
- None of the above
Correct Answer

A. B.P. 68

Explanation

B.P. 68 refers to the Corporation Code of the Philippines. This law governs the establishment, operation, and regulation of corporations in the country. It outlines the requirements for incorporating a company, the rights and responsibilities of shareholders and directors, and the procedures for dissolution and liquidation of corporations. B.P. 185 and B.P. 86 are not the correct answers as they do not pertain to the Corporation Code. Therefore, the correct answer is B.P. 68.

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1. Law of the "Philippine Environmental Policy".
- P.D. 1511
- R.A. 1511
- R.A. 1151
- P.D. 1151
Correct Answer

A. P.D. 1151

Explanation

P.D. 1151 refers to the correct law of the "Philippine Environmental Policy". This answer is correct because P.D. stands for Presidential Decree, which is a type of law in the Philippines. The number 1151 is the specific number assigned to this particular law.

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45.

1. AN ACT TO REGULATE THE SALE OF PROPERTY UNDER SPECIAL POWERS INSERTED IN OR ANNEXED TO REAL-ESTATE MORTGAGES
- ACT 4181
- ACT 1418
- ACT 4118
- None of the above
Correct Answer

A. ACT 4118

Explanation

The correct answer is ACT 4118 because it is the only option that matches the given title of the act "AN ACT TO REGULATE THE SALE OF PROPERTY UNDER SPECIAL POWERS INSERTED IN OR ANNEXED TO REAL-ESTATE MORTGAGES". The other options (ACT 4181, ACT 1418, and ACT 4118) do not match the given title.

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46.

Section number of :”HLURB License to sell issuances” under PD 957
- Section 1
- Section 2
- Section 3
- Section 4
Correct Answer

A. Section 4

Explanation

The correct answer is Section 4. This section of the HLURB License to sell issuances under PD 957 likely contains relevant information or regulations pertaining to the issuance of licenses to sell properties. Without further information, it is difficult to provide a more specific explanation.

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Section number of :” Time of Completion in developing a subdivision or condominium projects” under PD 957
- Section 20
- Section 21
- Section 22
- Section 23
Correct Answer

A. Section 20
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Section number of :”Non-Forfeiture of payments” under PD 957
- Section 21
- Section 22
- Section 23
- Section 24
Correct Answer

A. Section 23
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Section number of :” Issuance of Title” under PD 957
- Section 25
- Section 26
- Section 27
- Section 28
Correct Answer

A. Section 25

Explanation

Section 25 of PD 957, titled "Issuance of Title," is the correct answer. This section likely contains information regarding the process and requirements for obtaining a title for a property under PD 957. Without further information, it is not possible to provide a more specific explanation.

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