M1: ME Laws
Multiple Choice
1. Which law governs the practice of mechanical engineering in the Philippines?
A. Republic Act 9297
B. Republic Act 8495
C. Republic Act 8981
D. Republic Act 7364
E. Republic Act 10173
ANS: A
2. What is the full title of Republic Act 8495?
A. Mechanical Engineering Law of the Philippines
B. Philippine Mechanical Engineering Act of 1998
C. The Code of Ethics for Mechanical Engineers
D. The Mechanical Engineers' Standards Act
E. Mechanical Engineering Professional Law
ANS: A
3. Which government body is primarily responsible for regulating mechanical engineering practice in the
Philippines?
A. Department of Labor and Employment
B. Board of Mechanical Engineering (BME)
C. Department of Science and Technology
D. Department of Public Works and Highways
E. Professional Regulation Commission (PRC)
ANS: A
4. How many members comprise the Board of Mechanical Engineering (BME) under RA 8495?
A. 2
B. 3
C. 4
D. 5
E. 6
ANS: A
5. The Board of Mechanical Engineering is under the supervision of which organization?
A. Professional Regulation Commission (PRC)
B. Department of Science and Technology (DOST)
C. Department of Trade and Industry (DTI)
D. Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE)
E. Philippine Society of Mechanical Engineers (PSME)
ANS: A
6. Which of the following is NOT one of the classifications of mechanical engineers as defined in RA
8495?
A. Professional Mechanical Engineer
B. Associate Mechanical Engineer
C. Mechanical Engineer
D. Certified Plant Mechanic
E. None of the above
ANS: A
7. Which of the following qualifications is NOT a requirement to take the licensure exam for mechanical
engineers in the Philippines?
A. Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
B. Good moral character
C. At least 21 years of age
D. Completion of a 2-year apprenticeship program
E. Filipino citizenship
ANS: A
8. Under RA 8495, which of the following titles is protected by law?
A. Plant Supervisor
B. Mechanical Technician
C. Certified Plant Mechanic
D. Engineering Aide
E. Operations Manager
ANS: A
9. What is the minimum passing grade for the mechanical engineering board exam?
A. 65%
B. 70%
C. 75%
D. 80%
E. 85%
ANS: A
10. Which of the following acts is NOT punishable under RA 8495?
A. Practicing without a license
B. Using the title "Mechanical Engineer" without passing the board exam
C. Supervising unlicensed engineers
D. Falsifying documents related to engineering projects
E. Voluntary resignation from an engineering position
ANS: A
11. Who appoints the members of the Board of Mechanical Engineering?
A. President of the Philippines
B. Chairman of the Professional Regulation Commission
C. Secretary of the Department of Labor
D. Senate Committee on Professional Regulations
E. Secretary of Public Works
ANS: A
12. How many years of experience is required to qualify as a Professional Mechanical Engineer?
A. 1 year
B. 2 years
C. 4 years
D. 6 years
E. 10 years
ANS: A
