In the 1980s, where did the APTA headquarters move?

• A. Chicago, IL
• B. Boston, MA
• C. Alexandria, VA
• D. San Diego, CA

Answer: (C)

Relocating the APTA headquarters to the Washington, D.C. area in the 1980s reflects choosing a location that offers strong access to policymakers, national hospitals, and major academic centers. Being in Alexandria, Virginia places the organization near federal agencies and the D.C. metro network, which supports advocacy, collaboration, and visibility for a national professional association. This makes it easier to coordinate with stakeholders, secure funding opportunities, and serve members across the country. The other cities listed are farther from the national hub of health policy and the major healthcare and research networks that a national PT association benefits from, so Alexandria provides the most strategic positioning for the organization’s goals in that era.