Deck Geometry (A/I) is categorized as which?

• A. Inventory
• B. Assessment
• C. Appraisal
• D. Evaluation

Answer: (C)

Interpreting observed features to decide their significance and priority is what this item is testing. In bridge inspection, inventory is just listing what exists, assessment is rating the condition of individual elements, and evaluation is making a final safety-focused decision or action plan. Appraisal sits between assessment and evaluation: it uses professional judgment to interpret what the observed geometry of the deck means for performance, load distribution, clearance, and maintenance urgency, then assigns priority for repairs or replacements. Deck geometry involves how the deck is laid out and whether its shape or alignment affects safety and serviceability, so determining its impact and priority is exactly what an appraisal does.