Section D of the LARE is a multiple-choice, computer-based exam that is offered in March and August. The average passing rate is about 63 percent which makes this section the most challenging multiple-choice test on the LARE. Look at the chart below.
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| Section D of the LARE has an average passing rate of 63% during the sample period. Based on the data, it seems that fewer people are passing the test recently. |
| LARE Section D Passing Rates (August 2004-March 2011) | ||
| 2011 - March | 64% | |
| 2010 - September | 51% | |
| 2010 - March | 64% | |
| 2009 - September | 58% | |
| 2009 - March | 58% | |
| 2008 - September | 61% | |
| 2008 - March | 61% | |
| 2007 - September | 61% | |
| 2007 - March | 62% | |
| 2006 - October | 61% | |
| 2006 - April | 63% | |
| 2005 - October | 70% | |
| 2005 - July | 69% | |
| 2005 - April | 74% | |
| 2004 - August | 70% | |
LARE Section D Average Passing Rate:
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63.13%
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Mode:
| 61.00% | |
Note: All data on passing rates was obtained from the CLARB website.
How to Prepare for Section D of the LARE
There is a lot to know for Section D. The part of Section D that I found to be the most challenging was the subsection on construction details. I recommend studying the resources recommended by CLARB. Check out the list below and the article on recommended resources for Section D for more information.
- Construction Contracts
- Landscape Architectural Graphic Standards
- Landscape Architect's Portable Handbook
- Manual of Woody Landscape Plants
- Site Engineering for Landscape Architects
- Western Garden Book
Related Articles:
Section D suggested reading and study guide
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