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Question 1

Which of the following materials are may be classified as Rapidly Renewable Materials bio-based materials under the LEED rating system?(Select 3)

Answer 1

Cotton Bamboo Linoleum

Question 2

What reference standard sets the baseline for indoor water consumption?

Answer 2

Energy Policy Act of 1992

Question 3

All of the following are strategies to reduce outdoor water use EXCEPT?

Answer 3

Choosing invasive plants

Question 4

The LEED Checklist has which of the following options next to each credit?

Answer 4

Yes, Maybe,and No (Y/?/N)

Question 5

To which of the following might a demand-controlled ventilation system, and the energy saved from that system, contribute? (Select 2)

Answer 5

Energy and Atmosphere

Question 6

How many years of historical rainfall data must project teams obtain in order to achieve Option 1: Percentile of Rainfall Events for the Rainwater Management credit?

Answer 6

10 years

Question 7

For the Light Pollution Reduction credit, light trespass refers to:

Answer 7

Obtrusive illumination that is unwanted

Question 8

What are the advantages of compact development? (Select 3)

Answer 8

More efficient public transportation Less sprawl More pedestrian friendly

Question 9

Which of the following strategies would promote better erosion and sedimentation control during construction? (Select 2)

Answer 9

Sediment basin mulching

Question 10

What are two responsibilities of the contractor that support LEED documentation? (Select 2)

Answer 10

Provide evidence of waste diverted from landfill Provide material safety data sheets or other manufacturer source of VOC data with paint submittals

Question 11

Which of the following organizations publish data regarding the emissions and/or fuel efficiency of vehicles?

Answer 11

ACEEE American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy

Question 12

Which of the following best describes a synergy between EQ (Environmental Quality) and EA (Energy and Atmosphere)?

Answer 12

Increased daylight glazing could reduce the need for electric lighting

Question 13

When calculating percentages for recycled content for materials and resources, what is the equation used?

Answer 13

(.5) Pre-Consumer + Post-Consumer

Question 14

Which two of the following are nonregularly occupied spaces? (select 2)

Answer 14

Bathrooms Hallways

Question 15

Which of the following elements would not be included in the scope of fundamental refrigerant management? (Select 2)

Answer 15

Water cooler Standard refrigerator

Question 16

What referenced standard is used to develop an energy simulation?

Answer 16

ASHRAE 90.1-2010

Question 17

When choosing a project site, which of the following would be the best option to develop on?

Answer 17

A previously developed site within a brownfield

Question 18

What material is assumed to have a minimum post-consumer recycled content when no supporting documentation can be obtained?

Answer 18

Steel

Question 19

Achieving which of the following credits or prerequisites would most benefit from the involvement of the facility manager?

Answer 19

Advanced Energy Metering

Question 20

A landscape architect would most likely assist in the submittals for which of the following credits? (Select 2)

Answer 20

SiteDevelopment - Protect or Restore Habitat Heat Island Reduction

Question 21

Which of the following could be considered an innovative strategy and could gain Innovation points for a new construction project certification?

Answer 21

Green housekeeping

Question 22

What are strategies to help reduce vehicle miles traveled to and from a project building? (Select 2)

Answer 22

Provide a car-share program that allows the occupants to share vehicles Provide preferred parking spaces close to the entrance for carpools or vanpools

Question 23

How much does it cost to register a project for LEED BD+C certification?

Answer 23

$900 USGBC silver, gold, or platinum level members / $1,200 others

Question 24

A water efficient strategy to reduce potable water demand for the interior of a building would include (Select 3)

Answer 24

Installing aerators into lavatory faucet Using graywater for flush fixtures Implementing low-flow toilets

Question 25

Which of the following types of products can become Green-e certified?

Answer 25

Renewable Energy

Question 26

What is the legal instrument that regulates current land use?

Answer 26

zoning

Question 27

Which type of product declaration counts a whole product for credit calculation purposes in the MR credit Environmental Product Declaration?

Answer 27

Product-specific Type III EPD

Question 28

Bio-based materials, FSC certified wood, materials reuse, and recycled content are all referenced under which MR credit option?

Answer 28

Leadership Extraction Practices

Question 29

For MR credit calculation purposes, product and material cost includes which of the following? (Select 2)

Answer 29

all taxes delivery costs

Question 30

Analysis of a product's partial life cycle, that omits the use and disposal phases of the product, is called:

Answer 30

Cradle-to-gate

Question 31

A rapidly renewable material is defined as one that:

Answer 31

Has a growth cycle of 10 years or less

Question 32

Using native and adapted plant species can help to achieve which of the following? (Select 3)

Answer 32

Provide benefits for local wildlife Reduce the need for pesticides or fertilizers Reduce the amount of water required for irrigation

Question 33

Environmental Tobacco Smoke Control is concerned mainly with which one of the following?

Answer 33

preventing tobacco smoke from contaminating the air in occupied spaces

Question 34

Why should a green project be located in an existing community?

Answer 34

The connection to diverse uses is present

Question 35

Which of the following is NOT true concerning the use of waste-to-energy as a diversion strategy for Construction and Demolition Waste Management?

Answer 35

The combustion of wood or "wood-derived fuel" is considered waste-to-energy and is included in the referenced criteria

Question 36

Which two of the following is never considered to be a source for graywater? (Select 2)

Answer 36

Urinals Toilets

Question 37

Which of the following has the strongest relationship with local zoning?

Answer 37

Parking capacity

Question 38

A project team is deciding if various innovative strategies are eligible for points in the Innovation category. Which of the following are recommended approaches?

Answer 38

Read the ID credit catalog document.

Question 39

A project team's local jurisdiction enforces an erosion and sedimentation control requirement that is more stringent that the EPA Construction General Permit. What should the project team do?

Answer 39

Comply with the local requirements and include submittals verifying that the requirements are more stringent

Question 40

What are the requirements when submitting a credit for Innovation? (Select 3)

Answer 40

The credit must submit requirements for compliance The credit must have an intent

Question 41

Which of the following is the best definition for zoning?

Answer 41

A legal instrument regulating land use

Question 42

Which is a common problem regarding many traditional zoning ordinances?

Answer 42

They do not address issues related to open space

Question 43

What are some simple strategies to reduce the total energy consumption on a building? (Select 2)

Answer 43

Compressed workweek Telecommuting

Question 44

Which of the following best describes a synergy between SS and EA?

Answer 44

Utilizing a vegetated roof can help cool the building

Question 45

A project team is attempting compliance with the Surrounding Density and Diverse Uses credit. Which of the following strategies could

Answer 45

Locate within 1/2 mile walking distance of at least 10 diverse uses Achieve a minimum density of 60,000 square feet per net acre

Question 46

Which of the following should not be included in the project budget?

Answer 46

Government lobbying fees

Question 47

Which of the following refers to the act of approving a project team's submittals and issuing an award?

Answer 47

certification

Question 48

All of the following are stated characteristics of the LEED rating system, except-(Select 2)

Answer 48

Democratic Academic

Question 49

Each of the following are LEED rating system adaptations except

Answer 49

Multiple Buildings

Question 50

A newly built high-rise residential building has been occupied for two months. Which of the following at this time?LEED rating systems can be attempted

Answer 50

There are no applicable rating systems

Question 51

What statements about the LEED process are true? (Select 2)

Answer 51

No Credits are awarded during the Design Phase Submittal If the execution of a design phase credit changes during construction, it must be resubmitted during the Construction Phase Submittal

Question 52

To achieve LT Credit Sensitive Land Protection, which site CAN a project develop on:

Answer 52

Previously developed site that is 10 feet above the elevations of the 100-year flood as defined by FEMA

Question 53

Which of the following are considered diverse uses for development density and community connectivity: (Select 3)

Answer 53

Fire station Hardware Museum

Question 54

Which of the following is true for Bicycle Storage for LEED?

Answer 54

The number of bike racks required is partially based on peak users

Question 55

What would help encourage the use of green vehicles? (select 2)

Answer 55

Provide discounted parking for green vehicles. Designate parking spaces near the building entrance for green vehicles.

Question 56

Structural controls for erosion and sedimentation control: (Select 2)

Answer 56

Silt fencing Sediment traps

Question 57

Which of the following statements are true of LEED? (Select 3)

Answer 57

All prerequisites are required based on the Rating System Adaptation. LEED Categories differ depending on the Rating System. Credits within each category offer potential project points, which determine the LEED Certification level

Question 58

Which of the following would not help increase the open space on a site?

Answer 58

Plant only native plants.

Question 59

Reducing the amount of light that leaves the project site at night time would result in: (select 2)

Answer 59

Safer migrations for birds More visible stars

Question 60

What is the main standard used to define the baseline per flush and flow rates for the water efficiency of fixtures used in the interior of the building?

Answer 60

Energy Policy Act (EPAct) of 1992

Question 61

Water is periodically discharged from cooling towers as blowdown. Why is this necessary?

Answer 61

To reduce concentrations of dissolved solids

Question 62

Components of the building envelope that would be included in the energy model (select 3)

Answer 62

Roof Windows Spray foam insulation

Question 63

Which of the following statements are true (select 2)

Answer 63

Fundamental Refrigerant Management is most concerned with ozone depletion CFC's are man- made

Question 64

Which of the following is true for projects using both electricity and natural gas energy inputs? (select 2)

Answer 64

Both gas and electric use must be considered when attempting Green Power. The project must purchase green power, carbon offsets, or RECs to earn Green Power

Question 65

How is the total percentage of construction waste diverted from the landfill calculated?

Answer 65

recycled waste ÷ (landfill waste + recycled waste)