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Question 1

______________ of a lighting installation is the power consumed for illumination divided by area served by the lighting installation.

Answer 1

Unit Power Density

Question 2

A higher UPD indicates a higher efficiency. (T/F)

Answer 2

False, lower

Question 3

Energy standards such as ASHRAE/IESNA 90.1 , provide a ___________ that limits the UPD for lighting installations in various space and function types.

Answer 3

power allowance

Question 4

Power allowances are adjusted for type and characteristics of lighting controls and use of ________ in a complex computation.

Answer 4

daylighting

Question 5

The intent behind the power allowance standard is to stimulate use of more ______________, but it also reduces ___________ by reducing waste heat.

Answer 5

efficient lighting, cooling load

Question 6

In energy efficient lighting, the electricity required for lighting would be cut by atleast ____.

Answer 6

50%

Question 7

_______ of light fixtures were routinely used to uniformly light classrooms, offices, manufacturing work spaces, and retail stores.

Answer 7

banks

Question 8

Both a science and an art, there are many correct lighting solution for all situations. ( T/F)

Answer 8

F, there is no single correct

Question 9

It is a NON UNIFORM, balanced use of all types of architectural lighting, tends to create a composition quality.

Answer 9

layered light

Question 10

the most essential form of lighting because it is the basic background of light for almost every room

Answer 10

ambient lighting

Question 11

Illuminates a specific visual function and can influence the effectiveness of the individual performing the task.

Answer 11

Task/Local Lighting

Question 12

used to add drama and emphasize a particular object or area

Answer 12

accent lighting

Question 13

____________ are excellent applications of accent lighting

Answer 13

low voltage halogen

Question 14

aesthitcially adds interest to the space , gives a “feel”

Answer 14

decorative lighting

Question 15

It is the transitional space from public to private and exterior to interior.

Answer 15

entrance/foyer

Question 16

reading and writing require quality lighting that limits eye fatigue caused from _________.

Answer 16

glare

Question 17

in dining spaces, excellent ________ is a must.

Answer 17

color rendition

Question 18

A ________ is very appropriate in formal dining, particularly in residences.

Answer 18

chandelier

Question 19

In the home, ___________ has become very important because this space has become a CENTRAL FOCAL POINT.

Answer 19

kitchen lighting

Question 20

Building codes generally require that building exits must be illuminated at any time tha the building is occupied, with light having an intensity of not less than __________ at the floor/walking level.

Answer 20

one foot-candle

Question 21

each exit sign must have the word exit in plainly legible letters not less than ____ high nor less than ____ wide.

Answer 21

6 in, 3/4 in wide