Certified Arborist Practice Exam

What 4 types of data are typically collected in a tree inventory?

1. 30% family, 20% genus, 10% species

2. Council of Tree and Landscape Appraisers (CTLA)

3. Legal regulations drafted and instituted to protect trees within a given jurisdiction

4. Diameter, location (planting space), species, condition

The correct answer is: Diameter, location (planting space), species, condition

The correct choice focuses on the essential types of data that are collected in a tree inventory. Gathering information on diameter, location, species, and condition is pivotal for effectively managing tree resources and ensuring their health and sustainability. Diameter measurement helps in assessing the size and growth potential of the tree, which is crucial for planning maintenance practices and understanding its ecological contributions. Location refers to where trees are planted, which is important for planning, urban development, and evaluating available growing space. Species identification allows for the understanding of the tree’s specific needs, growth habits, and susceptibility to diseases and pests. Finally, the condition of the tree provides insight into its health and any immediate care or management interventions needed. Other options do not encompass the specific data types typically recorded in a tree inventory. While aspects like legal regulations and organizational frameworks such as CTLA may be relevant in a broader context of tree management, they do not reflect the fundamental data collected during an inventory. Knowledge of species classification (like family and genus percentages) can be useful in certain ecological or research scenarios but does not directly represent the core data points one would focus on in a practical tree inventory context.