Guide to the LEED Green Associate Exam
How much time, on average, do Americans spend indoors? A. 10 percent B. 90 percent C. 65 percent D. 35 percent
B
Which of the following statements is not a strategy to maintain indoor air quality? (choose 1) A. Open all windows to flush contaminated air out of a building for at least two weeks prior to occupancy B. Coordinate a green cleaning program C. Install high-efficiency filters D. Specify adhesives and sealants with low or no VOCs
A
Which of the following is the labeling standard applicable to carpets and carpet pads? (choose 2) A. CRI Green Label+ B. Green-e C. Green carpets D. Green Seal E. Green Seal 36 F. CRI Green Label
A & F
There are five LEED APs on the Botanical Center project, including three from the architectural firm, one from the mechanical engineering firm, and another from the electrical engineering firm. How many points can be achieved within the ID category for achieving this effort? A. One B. Two C. Three D. Four
A
When should the OPR (owner's project requirements) be prepared? A. Schematic design B. Construction documents C. Design developments D. Beginning of construction E. After substantial completion
A
When working on a green building project, when is the best time to incorporate an integrative design approach? (choose 1) A. Schematic design B. Construction documents C. Design development D. Beginning of construction E. Substantial completion
A
A project's LEED certification can expire. True or False? A. True B. False
A
According to the Department of Energy's website, space heating is the largest use in the US followed by lighting. True or False? A. True B. False
A
How many types of credentials for LEED AP with Specialty are available? (Choose 1) A. 5 B. 6 C. 3 D. 4 E. 2
A
If a project plans on earning Silver certification under the LEED for Existing Buildings: Operations and Maintenance rating system, which point range would they aim for? (choose 1) A. 50-59 B. 20-30 C. 40-49 D. 60-69 E. 30-39
A
Is LEED project experience needed in order to sit for the LEED Ap O+M exam? A. Yes B. No
A
Is it possible for the same building to earn multiple LEED certifications? A. Yes B. No
A
Is it possible to site for the LEED Green Associate exam and the LEED AP ID+C exam in one day? A. Yes B. No
A
Life-cycle assessments (LCAs) are a beneficial tool to determine which of the following? (choose 1) A. Environmental benefits and potential impacts of a material, product, or technology B. Economics of building systems during the life of the building C. Environmental impacts of materials during construction D. Social impacts of policies during a fiscal year E. Maintenance implications, including cost, during the life of the building
A
Which of the following street grid density descriptions promotes a more pedestrian friendly community? (choose 1) A. A higher street grid density with narrow streets interconnecting B. A higher street grid density with wide streets interconnecting C A Lower street grid density with wide streets interconnecting D. A lower street grid density with narrow streets interconnecting
A
Which rating system addresses the appropriate sizing of a project? (choose 1) A. LEED for Homes B. LEED for New Construction C. LEED for Core & Shell D. LEED for Neighborhood Development
A
Who is responsible for the appeals process? (choose 1) A. GBCI B. USGBC C. Certification bodies D. None of the above
A
Incorporating green building strategies, such as high-efficiency mechanical systems, on-site photovoltaic systems, and an indoor water wall to help with the indoor air quality implications? (choose 2) A. Increased life-cycle costs B. Increased first cost C. Reduced construction costs D. Increased soft costs E. Reduced soft costs
A & B
An application for LEED certification must contain which of the following? (choose 2) A. Project summary information, including project contact, project type, project cost, project size, number of occupants, estimated date of occupancy, etc. B. A list of all members of the design and construction team, including contact information, documented green building industry experience, and indication of all LEED Accredited Professionals C. Completed LEED credit submittal templates for all prerequisites and attempted credits, plus any documentation specifically required to support those templates D. Detailed documentation for all credits pursued, including full-sixed plans and drawings, photocopies of invoices for all purchased materials, records of tipping fees, all energy modeling inputs and assumptions, and evidence of all calculations performed in support of LEED credits
A & C
Credit interpretation requests (CIRs) provide which of the following? (choose 2) A. Responses to written requests for interpretation of credit requirements B. Determination of whether a particular strategy can be used to satisfy two different credits at once C. Clarification of one existing LEED credit or prerequisite D. Definitive assurance that a particular method or strategy permitted on a previous project will be applicable to other projects in the future
A & C
To which standards should engineers design the ventilation systems for a LEED project? (choose 2) A. ASHRAE 55 B. California AIr Resources Board C. ASHRAE 62.1 D. ASHRAE 90.1 E. ASTM 44
A & C
Which energy demand reduction strategies are missing from the list below? (choose 2) Establish energy design and energy goals Use free energy Insulate A. Size the building appropriately B. Use thermal storage C. Monitor consumption D. Use energy simulation E. Purchase off-site renewable energy
A & C
Which of the following strategies have proven to increase productivity and occupant satisfaction in green buildings? (choose 2) A. Providing access to daylight B. Selecting a site adjacent to a shopping center C. Improving indoor air quality D. Implementing a recycling program E. Offering incentives for carpooling
A & C
Which of the the following statements are true in regard to credit weightings? (choose 2) A. USGBC consulted with NIST and the U.S. EPA's TRACI tool to determine the credit weightings B. The LEED rating systems were reorganized, and new credits were introduced to recognize what matters most, such as transportation. C. All of the LEED rating systems are based on a 100-point scale, except for LEED for Homes D. All credits are worth two points within the LEED NC, but only one point within LEED CS
A & C
A tenant fit-out project seeking LEED CI certification plans to use a raised access floor to include underfloor air distribution, allowing the use of floor-mounted operable diffusers at each workstation and therefore eliminating overhead ducts, thus maximizing the interior floor-to-ceiling height. The moderate supply air temperature required at the diffusers would reduce the amount of energy associated with cooling a consistently greater quantity of outside air needed to improve air quality. Which LEED strategies are addressed? (choose 2) A. Increased Ventilation B. Construction IAQ Management C. Regional Priority D. Controllability of Systems: Thermal Comfort E. Acoustical Performance
A & D
The percentage calculation for rapidly renewable materials accounts for which of the following? (Choose 2) A. Cost of rapidly renewable materials B. Volume of rapidly renewable materials C. Combined weight for all rapidly renewable materials D. Total materials cost for the project
A & D
If an existing building seeks water efficiency strategies but has a limited budget, installing which of the following would be economically viable options? (choose 2) A. Aerators B. Low-flow toilets C. Waterless urinals D. Capturing rainwater for irrigation E. Flush valves
A & E
Which of the following design-team deliverables and team members are most likely to play a significant role in achieving a Construction IAQ Management Plan? (choose 2) A. Project specifications B. Civil engineer C. Construction documents D. Lighting designer E. General contractor F. Electrical engineer
A & E
Which of the following statements are true in reference to minimum floor area requirements? (choose 2) A. LEED NC must include a minimum of 1,000 square feet of gross floor area, while LEED CI requires a minimum of 250 square feet of gross floor area. B. LEED NC must include a minimum of 2,5000 square feet of gross floor area, while LEED CI requires a minimum of 250 square feet gross floor area. C. LEED CS must include a minimum of 5,000 square feet of gross floor area, while LEED EBOM requires a minimum of 1,000 square feet of gross floor area. D. LEED CS must include a minimum of 1,000 square feet of gross floor area, while LEED EBOM requires a minimum of 10,000 square feet of gross floor area. E. LEED for Schools must include a minimum of 1,000 square feet of gross floor area.
A & E
Which of the following are categorized as regulated energy? (choose 3) A. Computers B. Space heating C. Refrigeration D. Service hot water E. Lighting
B, D & E
The design team has attempted to address 50 percent of the hardscape surfaces on the project's site to meet the requirements to reduce the heat island effect for LEED compliance. Which of the following strategies should the LEED AP discuss with the design team? (choose 3) A.Effective tree-shaded area of hardscape features B. Solar reflectance index of for all nonstandard paving materials proposed C. Percentage of perviousness for proposed open-grid paving materials D. Emissivity of all low-albedo hardscape features in the design E. Runoff coefficients for impervious paving materials selected.
A, B & C
Which of the following are effective and sustainable strategies to address transportation for a LEED project? (choose 3) A. Choose a site near a bus stop B. Limit parking C. Encourage carpooling D. Provide SUVs for all employees E. Choose a greenfield site
A, B & C
Which of the following are types of process water uses? (choose 3) A. Cooling towers B. Boilers C. Washing machines D. Cisterns E. Toilets
A, B & C
Which of the following represent the major factors that impact transportation effects on the environment? (choose 3) A. Vehicle technology B. Fuel C. Human behavior D. Quality of roads E. Suburban development
A, B & C
Which of the following are not subject to LEED minimum energy requirements? (choose 3) A. Office equipment B. Elevators C. Chillers D. Process energy E. Regulated energy
A, B & D
Which of the following strategies might contribute to water-efficient landscaping? (choose 3) A. Planting of hardwood trees to provide shade B. Planting native or adapted plant species C. Installing turf grass D. Reducing amount of pervious surface area E. Combining vegetated swales and cisterns to capture rainwater
A, B & E
A previously developed site is undergoing a major renovation. The plans include avoiding undeveloped areas and planting more than half of the site era with native and adapted vegetation. Retention ponds and bioswales will also be implemented with native vegetation. Which of the following LEED concepts might these strategies contribute? (choose 4) A. Heat island effect B. Stormwater runoff reduction C. Site disturbance D. Water-efficient landscaping E. Increase density
A, B, C & D
Which of the following are standards for indoor air quality? (choose 3) A. Greenguard B. ASHRAE 90.1 C. CRI Green Label Plus D. Green Seal E. ENERGY STAR
A, C & D
Which of the following are strategies to reduce storm water runoff? (choose 3) A. Green roofs B. Impervious asphalt C. Pervious pavers D. Bioswales
A, C & D
Which of the following resources should a facility manager consult in reference to finding more information about sustainable purchasing options? (choose 3) A. EPEAT B. ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager C. ENERGY STAR D. EPA E. BEES
A, C & E
Which of the following statements are true regarding RPCs (Regional Priority Credits)? (choose 3) A. Earning an RPC adds a bonus point to the project's total points B. RPCs are new credits included in the LEED rating system C. Projects that are not registered with the 2009 versions of LEED are not awarded points within the Regional Priority category D. Each zip code is assigned eight RPC opportunities E. A project may earn up to four RPC bonus points
A, C & E
Which of the following are sustainable strategies that should be implemented on an auto-dependent green building? (choose 4) A. Provide priority parking for carpools/vanpools B. Provide a mass transit discount program to employees C. Supply alternative fuel vehicles and accessibility to recharging stations D. Offer discounted parking rates for multioccupant vehicles E. Incorporate basic services (such as a bank, gym, cleaners, or pharmacy) for occupant usage in the new building.
A, C, D & E
A LEED Accredited Professional is presented with a project that was started without sustainable design or LEED certification in mind and is about to enter the construction documents phase. However, neither the owner nor any of the design team members involved thus far have significant experience with either LEED or sustainable design. Given this situation, which of the following would tend to have the most influence on the effectiveness of the sustainable design process for a project aimed at LEED certification? (choose 3) A. Starting the sustainable design process and consideration of LEED-related goals as soon as possible B. Extensive research, evaluation, and life-cycle assessment for intended material and technology C. Aggressive value engineering of individual line items to ensure that the budget is not exceeded D. Collectively delegating responsibility for specific target LEED credits and associated strategies to appropriate team members E. Establishing means of collaborative, interdisciplinary communication among team members as a departure from a conventionally more segmented design process.
A, D & E
Which o the following would the contractor upload to LEED-Online? (choose 2) A. Stormwater management plan B. Total amount of waste diverted from a landfill C. The total material cost of the project and the percentage containing recycled content D. Energy modeling calculations to show expected energy savings
B & C
Which of the following rating systems do not utilize LEED-Online as means for project teams to submit documentation for certification review? (choose 2) A. LEED NC B. LEED ND C. LEED for Homes D. LEED CI E. LEED EBOM
B & C
A law firm occupying a 50-year-old office building is replacing the mechanical systems to improve energy performance and implementing green procurement and operations policies. Which LEED rating system best applies to this project? (choose 1) A. LEED CI B. LEED EBOM C. LEED CS D. LEED NC E. LEED ND
B
How long does a project team have to submit an appeal after receiving certification review comments back from GBCI? (choose 1) A. 15 business days B. 25 business days C. 45 business days D. 1 week E. 1 month
B
Prerequisites are optional, depending on which categories and credits the project is pursuing. True of False? A. True B. False
B
Rise is individually managed within an IPD (integrated project delivery). True or False? A. True B. False
B
What is the foundation for sustainable design for individual buildings or entire neighborhoods? (choose 1) A. Carbon emissions B. Location C. Water use D. Orientation E. Energy use
B
What is the minimum required American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE) score for low-emitting and fuel-efficient vehicles by the LEED rating systems? A. 100 B. 40 C. 10 D. 5 E. 20
B
What type of assessment is used to determine brownfield sites? (choose 1) A. ASTM C1540 Brownfield Testing B. ASTM E1903-97 Phase II Environmental Site Assessment C. ASTM E408 Standart Test Methods for Total Emittance of Surfaces, Using Inspection Meter Techniques D. ASTM E789 Standard Test Methods for Evaluation for Sites
B
Which of the following BEST represents the typical range of plug loads for office buildings? (choose 1) A. 0.1-0.25 watts per square foot B. 0.5-1.00 watts per square foot C. 20-30 watts per square foot D. 5-10 watts per square foot
B
Which of the following greenhouse gases is a by-product of landfills? (choose 1) A. Carbon monoxide B. Methane C. Sulfur dioxide D. Nitrous oxide
B
Which of the following is not a measurement for energy use in the US? (choose 1) A. Kilowatt-hour for electricity B. Liters for liquid fuel C. Therms for natural gas D. Gallons for liquid fuel
B
Which of the following is not an example of rapidly renewable materials? (choose 1) A. Strawboard B. Oak wood flooring C. Cotton insulation D. Cork flooring E. Wheatboard
B
The project team is looking to conduct a life-cycle cost analysis as a method of evaluating alternative flooring products. Which of the following should they take into consideration as inputs to that analysis? (choose 2) A. First costs, excluding the cost of installation B. First costs, including the cost of installation C. Maintenance, life expectancy, and replacement cost D. Maintenance, life expectancy, but not life expectancy
B & C
Which of the following statements are not true about green building materials? (choose 2) A. Rapidly renewable materials are harvested within 10 years B. Cradle-to-grave materials can be recycled C. Products with postconsumer recycled content can contribute to earning the Recycled Content LEED credit while products with pre consumer recycled content cannot D. Cotton insulation can be considered a type of rapidly renewable material
B & C
Which of the following statements is true in reference to certification bodies? (choose 2) A. Certification bodies are managed by the USGBC B. Certification bodies are accredited to ISO standard 17021 C. Certification bodies are assigned to a project once a project is registered D. Certification bodies are responsible for the responding to appeals E. Certification bodies help individuals prepare for their accreditation exams
B & C
A library is to be constructed with wood posts and beams salvaged from barns in the region, and purchased FSC Certified Wood for doors and trim. The owner is interested in determining whether the project meets the requirements of certified wood for LEED. The qualification of products and determination of their contribution to certified wood requires keeping track of which of the following? (choose 2) A. Cost of certified wood products as a percentage of the total material cost of the project B. Cost of certified wood products as a percentage of the total cost for wood products purchased for the project C. Weight of certified wood products as a percentage of all new wood products used on the project D. Chain-of-custody documentation for all FSC certified wood products E. Chain-of-custody documentation for all new wood products purchased for the project
B & D
When addressing thermal comfort, which of the following are not addressed? (choose 2) A. Humidity B. Ventilation requirements C. Air movement D. Artificial light E. Average temperature
B & D
Which categories are specific to the LEED for Neighborhood Development rating system and not available in the other rating systems? (choose 2) A. Sustainable Sites B. Smart Location and Linkage C. Innovation in Design D. Green Infrastructure and Buildings E. Regional Priority
B & D
Which of the following are appropriate statements with regard to commissioning in the context of green building? (choose 2) A. The CxA should be a primary member of the design team who is directly responsible for the project design or construction management. B. The CxA should be separate and independent from those individuals who are directly responsible for project design or construction management (preferably from a separate firm). C. The CxA is indirectly responsible for verifying the performance of building systems and equipment prior to installation, calibration, and operations D. The CxA is responsible for verifying the building systems and equipment after installation
B & D
Which of the following uses are best described and suitable for nonpotable water? (choose 2) A. Drinking water B. Irrigation C. Clothes washing D. Process water E. Dishwashing F. Showers
B & D
WHich of the following statements are not true in regards to MPRs? (choose 2) A. The LEED project boundary must include all contiguous land that is associated with normal building operations for LEED project building, inlcuding all land that was or will be disturbed for the purpose of undertaking the LEED project B. The owner must commit to sharing whole-building energy and water usage data for 10 years C. LEED projects located on a campus must have project boundaries such that if the buildings on campus become LEED certified, then 100 percent of the gross land area on the campus would be included within a LEED boundary. D. Any given parcel of real property may only be attributed to a single LEED project building unreasonable shapes for the sole purpose of complying with prerequisites. E. Gerrymandering of a LEED project boundary is allowed.
B & E
Which of the following statements are true? (choose 2) A. Appeals are mailed to GBCI B. Appeals can be submitted 25 business days after final certification review C. Appeals are free D. Appeals can pertain only to credits, not prerequisites or MPRs E. Appeals are submitted through LEED-Online
B & E
Which of the following products are not examples of a flow fixture? (Choose 2) A. Lavatory faucets B. Toilets C. Sprinkler heads D. Aerators E. Showerheads F. Urinals
B & F
A vegetated roof system using native and adapted plant species has the opportunity to contribute to earning which three credits? (choose 3) A. Rapidly Renewable Materials B. Stormwater Design: Quantity Control C. Heat Island Effect D. Low-Emitting Materials: Composite Wood & Agrifiber Products E. Optimize Energy Performance
B, C & E
Which of the following are potential sources of nonpotable water? (choose 3) A. Blackwater B. Municipally supplied reclaimed water C. Captured rainwater D. Wastewater from a toilet E. Graywater
B, C & E
Which of the following correctly characterize credit interpretation requests (CIRs)? (choose 3) A. Can be viewed only by the primary contact for a registered project B. Can be submitted any time after the project is registered C. can be requested through LEED-Online D. Can be requested only in a written request mailed to GBCI E. Can address more than one credit or prerequisite F. Are relevant to one specific project and will not be referenced in the CIR database
B, C & F
When addressing materials and resources, a project team should incorporate which of the following to comply with the credits and prerequisites of the MR category within the LEED rating systems? (Choose 3) A. The purchasing policy of the manufacturer B. Location of manufacturing plant of steel C. The type of care the CEO drives D. Postconsumer recycled content of a chair E. Extraction location of silica
B, D & E
When addressing refrigerants for a project and to comply with the Fundamental Refrigerant Management prerequisite, which of the following should be considered? (choose 3) A. Fan motors and variable-frequency drives for ventilation air handlers B. Base building air-conditioning systems C. Boilers for heating systems D. Reuse of existing HVAC&R systems E. Elimination of substances with high ozone-depleting potential from use in air-conditioning and refrigeration systems
B, D & E
Which of the following are consistent with the requirements of Low-Emitting Materials: Adhesives & Sealants (choose 3) A. All adhesives and sealants must not exceed the VOC limits set by ASHRAE 232-1998: Maximum VOC Emissions in Occupied Spaces with Recirculating Air B. Nonaerosol adhesives and sealants must be in compliance with VOC limits set by SCAQMD, Rule 1168 C. Paints and coatings must contain no phenol-formaldehyde D. Adhesives and sealants must carry a Green Spec seal of approval E. Aerosol adhesives must meet VOC limits established by the Green Seal Standard (GS-36) F. While projects are encouraged but not required, to use low-VOC adhesives and sealants on exterior building element, all adhesives and sealants inside of the building envelope weather seal must meet the requirements of the referenced standards
B, E & F
Which of the following could contribute to earning the On-site Renewable Energy credit? (choose 3) A. Passive solar design concept that captures winter heat from the sun B. Photovoltaic panels that provide electricity to the building C. A wind farm located within 500 miles from the project and operated by the local utility company D. A ground-source heat pump that takes heat from the ground E. Solar hot water system F. An on-site electric generator powered by geothermal energy G. A solar farm adjacent to the project site providing clean power to the grid
B, E & F
ASHRAE Standard 90.1-2007 is primarily concerned with which of the following? (choose 1) A. Lighting design B. Ventilation effectiveness C. Energy consumption D. Ozone depletion
C
Exemplary performance generally requires which of the following? (choose 1) A. Develop an innovative strategy not presented in any existing LEED credit. B. Achieve either 20 percent or the next incremental percentage threshold established by the existing LEED credit that is being exceeded, whichever is greater. C. Meet or exceed the next percentage threshold as listed within the existing credit D. Surpass the defined threshold of an innovative strategy being proposed by the team E. Regardless of the LEED credit being pursued, achieve at least double the minimum effort described within the existing LEED credit, regardless of which credit is being exceeded
C
If a university wishes to build a new administrative building on their campus, they could look for LEED for New Construction or LEED for Schools rating systems and determine which one is more applicable. (choose 1) A. True, but only if the mechanical systems are on one loop B. False, administration buildings cannon be certified under NC C. True, the project team will need to determine which rating system is best suited to the project D. False, the university would need to look at the LEED for Universities rating systemC. j
C
Regarding the application process for LEED certification, which of the following is a correct statement? (choose 1) A. LEED credit submittal templates and documentation may be submitted only after occupancy B. All LEED credit submittal templates and documentation must be submitted prior to construction. C. Prerequisites and credits marked as "Design" may be submitted and reviewed at the end of the design phase D. The optional design-phase submittal allows projects to secure points for specified LEED credits, for which a preliminary certification will be awarded, if the project has earned a sufficient number of points.
C
What is the primary intent of the Green Power credit? (choose 1) A. To comply with the Montreal Protocol B. To encourage more solar farms in the US and avoid carbon trading C. To encourage the development and use of renewable clean energy that is connected to the utility grid D. To minimize production of greenhouse gases by generating on-site renewable energy
C
When should the construction credits and prerequisites be submitted for certification review? (choose 1) A. Beginning of construction B. One year after occupancy C. After substantial completion D. Once permit is obtained E. Six months after occupancy
C
Where should you go to receive the most up-to-date information on the LEED rating systems? (Choose 1) A. The GBCI website B. The ISO website C. The USGBC website D. The Prometric website
C
Which of the following is new to all LEED rating systems under LEED 2009? (choose 1) A. Minimum program requirements B. Credit interpretation requests C. Regional Prioritization category D. Awareness & Education category
C
Which of the following is not considered an ongoing consumable product? (choose 1) A. Soap B. Batteries C. Furniture D. Paper towels E. Lamp bulbs
C
Which of the following is the best landscape design strategy to implement to reduce heat island effects? (choose 1) A. Absorption B. Xeriscaping C. Increased albedo D. Deciduous trees E. Increased imperviousness
C
Which of the following meets the MPR regarding minimum gross floor area for LEED for Existing Buildings: Operations & Maintenance rating system? (choose 1) A. 250 square feet B. 500 square feet C. 1,000 square feet D. 2,500 square feet
C
Which rating system has a minimum occupancy rate, in addition to the FTE occupancy, to comply with as an MPR? A. LEED CI B. LEED NC C. LEED EBOM D. LEED ND
C
Which type of project is best suited for the LEED for Commercial Interiors rating system? (choose 1) A. An existing hotel renovating their HVAC system B. A ground-up, new construction of a school C. A tenant improvement project within an existing commercial building D. A renovation project focusing on walls, HVAC, and finishes with a 40,000-square-foot new addition
C
A 60,000-square-foot existing building timber frame building is undergoing a major renovation, including the addition of 140,000 more square feet. This 200,000-square-foot renovation project reuses the existing structure, replaces single-pane windows with energy-efficient glazing manufactured in a nearby town, and installs salvaged wood floors donated from an adjacent property. Which of the following credits may be applicable to this project's LEED certification application? (choose 2) A. Certified Wood B. Low-Emitting Materials: Composite Wood & Agrifiber C. Optimize Energy Performance D. Local/Regional Materials E. Construction Waste Management
C & D
Pursuing an Innovation in Design opportunity is appropriate when at least which of the following are true? (choose 2) A. The project is unable to meet the requirements B. The compliance paths offered within an existing LEED credit are not possible to pursue C. The project has exceeded or is projected to exceed the minimum performance established by an existing LEED credit. D. The project has achieved measurable performance in a LEED credit within another rating system
C & D
The engineer working on a new corporate building project seeking LEED for Core & Shell certification, has proposed a cogeneration system that provides electricity, cooling, heating, hot water, and dehumidification of outside air. The waste heat from the gas turbine-powered electric generator exhaust is designed and intended to drive an absorption chiller for cooling the building, therefore not using any CFCs or HCFCs. To which of the following LEED credits might these strategies contribute? (Choose 2) A. Commissioning B. On-Site Renewable Energy C. Enhanced Refrigerant Management D. Green Power E. Optimize Energy Performance
C & E
Which of the following are LEED concepts that are MOST significantly influenced by site selection prior to design of the project? (choose 2) A. Heat Island Effect B. Alternative Transportation: Low-Emitting and Fuel-Efficient Vehicles C. Alternative Transportation: Public Transportation Access D. Minimize Water Usage E. Brownfield Redevelopment
C & E
The major renovation of a four-story, 40,000-square-foot building in Florida includes repaving existing parking areas along the entire length of the south and west facades of the building. The building and parking areas compose the entire site to its boundaries, not leaving any green space. The common afternoon rain showers have led the design team to select open-grid paving with vegetated cells equivalent to 50 percent of its surface in lieu of a lower-first-cost solution, such as black asphalt. Based on the information provided, which of the following benefits and LEED strategies might the open-grid paving strategy contribute? (choose 3) A. Reduced site disturbance B. Water-efficient landscaping C. Heat island effect D. Stormwater management E. Optimize energy performance F. Water use reduction
C, D & E
Which of the following materials could contribute to earning the Recycled Content credit, as pre consumer recycled content? (Choose 3) A. Metal stud manufacturing scrap sent back into the same manufacturing process B. Paper towels manufactured from cardboard used for packaging C. Medium-density fiberboard panels manufactured with sawdust generated by the manufacturing of structural insulated panels D. Concrete made with fly ash collected from coal-burning power plants E. Carpet padding manufactured with waste fiber collected from textile manufacturing plants
C, D & E
A mid-sized hotel project plans on incorporating appropriate passive-solar orientation, geometry, and glazing to minimize summer cooling loads and to take advantage of the site's opportunities for winter solar gain. The building will be built from 8-inch-thick structural insulated panels (SIPs) with a pressed straw insulated core held together by the natural resins from the straw and using face sheets of exterior-grade OSB made from 100 percent pre consumer scrap wood and phenol-formaldehyde-based resin. Which of the following LEED credits would these strategies contribute? (choose 3) A. Local/Regional Materials B. Low-Emitting Materials: Adhesives & Sealants C. Optimized Energy Performance D. Low-Emitting Materials: Composite Wood E. Low-Emitting Materials: Paints & Coatings F. Recycled Content G. Minimum Acoustical Performance
C, D & F
How many basic services are required to comply with the LEED rating systems? A. 5 B. 4 C. 12 D. 10 E. 6
D
How many points can be earned in the Regional Priority category? A. Six B. Three C. Two D. Four E. Ten
D
How would a contractor show proof of compliance for FSC certified wood for a LEED NC project? (choose 1) A. Give the architect a spreadsheet summarizing all of the wood was purchased with 500 miles of the project site B. Upload receipts of FSC wood purchased to LEED-Online Upload chain-of-custody documentation to LEED-Online C. Complete a credit submittal template and upload it to LEED-Online including the chain-of-custody numbers and invoice amounts D. Mail all documentation to USGBC
D
SCAQMD Rule 1168 refers to which of the following? (choose 1) A. Measures air-change effectiveness B. Describes ventilation requirements for acceptable indoor air quality C. Defines the use of urea- and phenol-formaldehyde in composite wood and agrifiber products D. Sets the VOC maximum content for adhesives and sealants E. Sets the VOC maximum content for paints and coatings F Defines the maximum allowable VOC emissions for carpets and carpet cushions
D
Which of the following best describes the LEED strategy applicable to ASHRAE Standard 62.1-2007? (choose 1) A. Exterior lighting levels B. Thermal comfort by means of controllability C. Environmental tobacco smoke control D. Ventilation and indoor air quality E. Building flush-out parameters and guidelines
D
Emissivity is an indication of which of the following material properties? (choose 1) A. Ability to reflect light from light sources B. Ability of a transparent or translucent material to admit solar gain C. Ability of a material to absorb heat across the entire solar spectrum, including all nonvisible wavelengths D. Ability of a material to give up heat in the form of long wave radiation
D
How is waste hauled from construction site calculated for the purposes of LEED (choose 1) A. As a percentage of total material cost of a project B. As a percentage of the total material volume or weights C. As a percentage of total cost of a project D. In tons
D
A developer in Phoenix is seeking LEED Gold for a new lab facility to be built in the spring. They plan on occupying 32 percent of the facility. Which rating system should they register for? (choose 1) A. LEED for New Construction B. LEED for Commercial Interiors C. LEED for Existing Buildings: Operations & Maintenance D. LEED Core & Shell
D
An environmental tobacco smoke control policy BEST addresses which of the following? (choose 1) A. Providing ventilation requirements to effectively remove tobacco smoke B. Providing dedicated smoking rooms 25 feet away from building entrances C. Preventing tobacco smoke from contaminating indoor environments D. Preventing tobacco smoke from entering the air occupied by nonsmokers
D
Which of the following is consistent with the range of MERV filter ratings? (choose 1) A. 1-30 B. 0-50 C. 1-110 D. 1-16 E. 1-100
D
Which of the following is correct? (choose 1) A. U.S. GBC B. US GBC C. U.S.G.B.C. D. U.S. Green Building Council E. United States Green Building Council
D
Which of the following most closely represents an appropriate level of overall illumination on an office work surface, including daylighting, ambient artificial lighting, and task lighting? (choose 1) A. 1-2 footcandles B. 5-10 footcandles C. 15-25 footcandles D. 40-60 footcandles E. 75-120 footcandles F. 150-200 footcandles
D
Whicho of the following statements is true about credit weightings and the carbon overlay? (choose 1) A. Consideres impact of direct energy use B. Consideres impact of transportation C. Consideres impact of embodied emissions of water, solid waste, and materials D. All of the above
D
LEED project registration provides which of the following (choose 2) A. Three credit interpretation requests (CIRs) B. One preapplication USGBC review of project submittals and documentation C. One point toward LEED certification for registration prior to the development of construction documents D. Access to online LEED credit submittal templates for the project E. Establishment of contact with GBCI and the assigned certification body
D & E
What material options would be best to comply with the LEED rating systems for roofing materials? (choose 2) A. Gray asphalt with an SRI of 22 B. Aluminum coating with an SRI of 50 C. Red clay tile with an SRI of 36 D. White ethylene propylene diene monomer (EPDM) with an SRI of 84 E. White cement tile with an SRI of 90 F. Light gravel on built-up roof with an SRI of 37
D & E
Which of the following types of properties is best suited for a LEED project? (choose 2) A. Prime farmland B. Floodplains C. Habitat for any endangered species D. Within 500 feet of wetlands E. Within 250 feet of a body of water F. Public parkland
D & E
How many years must a project commit to sharing whole-building energy and water use? (choose 1) A. Seven years B. Ten years, unless the building changes ownership C. Six months D. One year E. Five years
E
Which of the following describes a high-performance building? (choose 1) A. Conserves water and energy B. Uses spaces, materials, and resources efficiently C. Minimizes construction waste D. Creates a healthy indoor environment E. All of the above
E
Which of the following is an environmental benefit of green building? (choose 1) A. Conserve natural resources B. Reduce solid waste C. Improve air and water quality D. Enhance and protect ecosystems and biodiversity E. All of the above
E
Which of the following is an unacceptable way to refer to a registered project seeking LEED certification? (choose 1) A. "Registered with the certification goal of Silver" B. "Upon completion, this project will apply to become LEED certified" C. "This project is registered under the LEED NC rating system" D. "As a first step toward LEED Green Building certification, [organization name] has registered this project with the USGBC to achieve LEED certification" E. "This project is LEED Platinum Registered"
E
Which of the following refrigerants is contained within fire suppression systems? (choose 1) A. CFCs B. HCFCs C. HFCs D. Chloroflurocarbons E. Halons
E
Which reference guide would you look to for information about the LEED for Schools rating system for a new, ground-up construction project you are working on? (choose 1) A. Reference Guide for Green Interior Design and Construction (ID+C) B. Reference Guide for Green Building Operations and Maintenance (GBOM) C. LEED for Homes Reference Guide D. Reference Guide for LEED New Development E. Reference Guide for Green Buildling Design and Construction (BD+C)
E
The owner of a two-story office project has suggested that he is interested in the installation of a vegetated roof system and would like the design team to evaluate it as an option. Which set of team members best represents all of those who might offer meaningful input to this evaluation? (choose 1) A. Architect, lanscape architect, and civil engineer B. Architect, contractor, and structural engineer C. Landscape architect, contractor, civil engineer, and structural engineer D. Architect, structural engineer, landscape architect, and civil engineer E. Architect, structural engineer, landscape architect, civil engineer, and mechanical engineer F. Architect, structural engineer, landscape architect, civil engineer, mechanical engineer, and contractor
F
Design reviews can prove to be a beneficial option for a team to pursue since the project can be awarded points before construction begins. True or False? A. True B. False
False
