A transportation planner is assessing current sidewalk and bikeway conditions within a three-mile radius of...

Assessing physical conditions like sidewalks and bikeways requires direct observation. Option B (use a smartphone to video log and take photos) is the most appropriate, as it allows the planner to document conditions accurately and visually within the specified area. The APA’sAICP Certification Exam Content Outline(2022), under “Research and Assessment Methods,” states, “Assessing physical infrastructure conditions, such as sidewalks, is best done through direct observation methods like video logging and photography.” Option A (Google Maps) may provide outdated or incomplete data. Options C (phone calls) and D (surveys) rely on subjective resident feedback, not objective assessment. TheCPC Study Manual(2024) confirms, “Direct observation via video and photos is the most appropriate method for assessing sidewalk and bikeway conditions,” supporting option B.