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Ch 12 LEED Green Associate Exam Flashcards

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The LEED Green Associate credential denotes basic knowledge of (1) ______, (2) ______, (3) ______.

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  1. green design
  2. construction
  3. operations
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How long is the LEED Green Associate exam?

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Two hours

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Where can you find the most up-to-date information about the LEED Green Associate exam?

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The LEED Green Associate Candidate Handbook, available at usgbc.org.

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Are there any eligibility requirements for the LEED Green Associate exam?

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No, there are no eligibility requirements.

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How do you register for the LEED Green Associate exam?

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  1. Visit www.usgbc.org/leed/credentials
  2. Create a USGBC account
  3. Pay the exam fee
  4. Continue with the registration process at Prometric
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What should you do if you have questions or encounter issues during the registration process?

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Contact USGBC’s customer service at usgbc.org/contactus.

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What should you consider when scheduling your exam?

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Schedule in advance, as appointment availability depends on your location and the testing center’s schedule.

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Where do you take the LEED Green Associate exam?

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At Prometric testing facilities in the U.S. and other areas of the world.

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Where can you find the nearest Prometric testing center?

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Visit prometric.com/gbci to locate the closest testing center.

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What is the cost of the LEED Green Associate exam for USGBC national members or full-time students?

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US$150

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What is the cost of the LEED Green Associate exam for all other candidates?

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US$200

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What must you present each time you enter the exam?

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A government-issued photo ID, such as a passport, driver’s license, or military ID.

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Can you bring personal items into the exam room?

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No, personal items such as papers, books, food, beverages, bags, and electronic devices are not allowed in the exam room.

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What should you do with your personal items at the testing center?

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Lock them in small lockers provided at some sites, though large items like briefcases or laptops may not fit.

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Are eating, drinking, or tobacco use permitted during the exam?

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No, these activities are not permitted in the exam room.

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What materials will be provided during the exam?

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Scrap paper and pencils, which will be collected at the conclusion of the exam.

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How long do you have to take the LEED Green Associate exam?

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Two hours

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Is there a tutorial available before the exam starts?

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Yes, an additional 10 minutes is provided for a tutorial on how the exam software works.

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How many questions are on the LEED Green Associate exam?

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There are 100 questions.

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What type of questions does the LEED Green Associate exam include?

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Multiple choice questions, some with more than one answer.

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Can you mark questions for later review during the exam?

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Yes, students can mark questions for later review.

22
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Do you receive partial credit for partially correct answers?

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No, partial credit is not given for partially correct answers.

23
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Are all LEED Green Associate exams the same?

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No, each exam is randomly generated from a pool of several hundred questions.

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What study materials are recommended for the LEED Green Associate exam?

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  • The Green Building and LEED Core Concepts Guide
  • LEED Building Design + Construction Reference Guide
  • LEED v4 Impact Category and Point Allocation Process Overview
  • LEED v4 User Guide
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Do you need to purchase a reference guide to study for the LEED Green Associate exam?

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No, the reference guides are used for the specialty exams.

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How long do most people study for the LEED Green Associate exam?

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Typically 4-8 weeks

27
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How can you measure your readiness for the LEED Green Associate exam?

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Use a practice test to measure your readiness and identify your strengths and weaknesses.

28
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What should you do if you fail the LEED Green Associate exam?

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Schedule a retake exam within 2 weeks and focus on the sections where you did poorly.

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What is the scoring method used in the LEED Green Associate exam?

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Scaled Scoring process

The scaled score for all GBCI exams is calculated by taking the candidate’s raw score (total number of correct questions) and mapping it onto a standardized scale between 125 and 200, with the minimum competency threshold always mapped to a scaled score of 170.

https://support.usgbc.org/hc/en-us/articles/6826371188371-Exam-Results

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What is the range of scores in the scaled scoring process of the LEED Green Associate exam?

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125 to 200 points

The scaled score for all GBCI exams is calculated by taking the candidate’s raw score (total number of correct questions) and mapping it onto a standardized scale between 125 and 200, with the minimum competency threshold always mapped to a scaled score of 170.

https://support.usgbc.org/hc/en-us/articles/6826371188371-Exam-Results

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What is the minimum passing score for the LEED Green Associate exam?

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170 points

A score of 170 or higher is required to pass all GBCI professional exams.

https://support.usgbc.org/hc/en-us/articles/6826371188371-Exam-Results

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Out of the 100 questions in the exam, how many do not count towards your final score?

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15 questions

33
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How many knowledge domains are there in the LEED Green Associate Exam?

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9 knowledge domains

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What are the nine knowledge domains in the LEED Green Associate Exam?

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  1. LEED Process
  2. Integrative Strategies
  3. Location and Transportation
  4. Sustainable Sites
  5. Water Efficiency
  6. Energy and Atmosphere
  7. Materials and Resources
  8. Indoor Environmental Quality
  9. Project Surroundings and Public Outreach
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How many questions are related to the LEED Process knowledge domain in the LEED Green Associate Exam?

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16 out of 100 questions

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How many questions are related to the Integrative Strategies knowledge domain in the LEED Green Associate Exam?

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8 out of 100 questions

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How many questions are related to the Integrative Strategies knowledge domain in the LEED Green Associate Exam?

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7 out of 100 questions

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How many questions are related to the Sustainable Sites knowledge domain in the LEED Green Associate Exam?

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7 out of 100 questions

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How many questions are related to the Water Efficiency knowledge domain in the LEED Green Associate Exam?

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9 out of 100 questions

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How many questions are related to the Energy and Atmosphere knowledge domain in the LEED Green Associate Exam?

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10 out of 100 questions

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How many questions are related to the Materials and Resources knowledge domain in the LEED Green Associate Exam?

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9 out of 100 questions

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How many questions are related to the Indoor Environmental Quality knowledge domain in the LEED Green Associate Exam?

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8 out of 100 questions

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How many questions are related to the Project Surroundings and Public Outreach knowledge domain in the LEED Green Associate Exam?

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11 out of 100 questions

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