LEED GA Mock Exam A
EQ
A tenant purchased some furniture containing VOC'S that was manufactured 450mi from jobsite. Which of the following LEED categories will be affected?
synergy
Green Building through holistic design approach will result in which of the following?
A program for people to rent a vehicle on a daily or hourly basis
Which of the following is a car sharing membership program?
C
Which of the following is a preconsumer recycled item? a) aluminum storefront created from materials reclaimed from the manufacturing process b) demolition concrete pieces used at another project c) rigid insulation created from materials reclaimed from the manufacturing process of form cornice d) scraps reused in the carpet manufacturing process
Whole bldg perspective
Which of the following is used to measure LEED bldg's environmental performance?
100% of the LEED project gross floor area
Which of the following must be certified under only one LEED rating system?
a baseline for water use
Which of the following need to be implemented for water efficiency?
ASHRAE standard 55-2010
Which of the following only applies to the LEED EQ category?
BD - Uniform Plumbing Code ( upc ) - Internation Plumbing Code ( IPC )
Which of the following sets the baseline for water use (Choose 2)
Energy Policy Act (EPAct) of 1992
Which of the following sets the minimum standard for water use reduction?
a site close to a shopping center
Which of the following sites is the best for community connectivity a) a site close to the ocean b) a site close to a train station c) a brownfield site d)a site close to a shopping center
Vegetated Roofs
A LEED projects lanscape area includes which of the following? a) green roofs b) naturalistically designed retention pond c) sidewalks d) vegetated roofs
Community Connectivity
A developer has selected an urban site near a shopping center. This will help which of the following?
a city's plan check
A project seeking LEED certification may incur extra time for the following except:
IN
A project team created a drive-by recycling program for the general public to recycle batteries and used electronics. The project team can gain a point under which of the the following categories?
recycle areas the removal and disposal of hazardous materials like PCB's
A project team is preparing a construction waste management plan. Which of the following should be included? a) the removal of refrigerants containing ODP & GWP b) recycle areas c) the removal and disposal of hazardous materials like PCB's d) the reduction of building size
C
A project team is seeking LEED BDC NC certification for a 3-story residential bldg. Each floor is 600sf. Which of the following is true? a) the project team can seek LEED BDC NC certification because the bldg is less than 100,000 sf b)The project team can seek LEED BDC NC cert. b/c the bldg is more than 1,000 sf c)the project team cannot seek LEED BDC NC cert. d) project team can seek LEED BDC NC cert b/c it meets LEED's MPR's
only the portion of the site submitted by the project team for LEED cert the entire scope of work
A project team is seeking LEED cert. for a single bldg. What does the LEED project boundary include? (choose 2) a) only the portion of the site submitted by the project team for LEED cert b) Over laps with the edge of the building c) overlaps with the edge of the development d) the entire scope of work
- use the 40/60 rule - make an independent decision
A project team is seeking LEED certification for a bldg. The project can be certified under either the LEED BDC NC or LEED BDC BDC CS rating system. how should the project team determine which LEED system to use?
21,000 sf
A project team is seeking LEED certification for an 8-story bldg. The bldg has 8 equal floors , and the total sq of the bldg is 168,000 sf. What is the buildings footprint?
A
A project team is seeking extra points under the Innovation (IN) credit category. Which of the following is a feasible strategy? (Choose 2) a) setup a display area inside the bldg to educate the public on this bldgs LEED performance b) try to gain more points than the original target level of LEED cert c) Double the performance for a LEED credit d) None above
the project team cannot seek precertification as a marketing tool for funding and attracting tenants
A project team is seeking leed bdc nc certification for a bldg. which of the following is true? a) a project team cannot seek precertification as a marketing tool for funding attractive tenants b) the project team can seek precertification as marketing tool for funding attractive tenants c) the project must have a signed lease or LOI for at least 70% of the spaces d) the project must be located in a new neighborhood
E
A project team is seeking leed platinum cert for a school project. When can the project team advise the school board that the LEED platinum cert has been achieved? a) after the projects substantial completion b) after the LEED registration is approved c) after the design review d) after the LEED application is reviewed and approved by GBCI
none
A project team is working on a LEED BDC NC project. How much CFC-refrigerant can the team use?
The senior project team can make its own decision and determine the LEED project boundary
A project team is working on a LEED project composed of 6 buildings on a campus . Each bldg is located on a 1 acre parcel of land. How the project team determine the boundary for the LEED project
C
A project team uses a strategy to earn an innovation (IN) point for a project in california. Which of the following is true? a) the same strategy can be used and garunteed for an IN point in other projects b) The same strategy can be used in for other projects in the same region c) the same strategy may or may not earn an IN poin in another project d) none above
B
ASHRAE standards apply to all of the following except? a) SS b) WE c) EQ d) EA
B
An office bldg uses ammonia (nh3) as a refrigerant. Which of the following is true? a) NH3 has a higher ODP than HCFC b) NH3 has a lower GWP than HCFC c) NH3 is easier to leak out than HCFC d) CFC is easier to leak out then HCFC
a fuel efficient car powered by gas with at least 40mpg
Choose the non-alternative fuel from the following a) a hybrid car b) bus powered by natural gas with at least 20mpg c) a fuel efficient car powered by gas with at least 40 mpg d) an electric car
-materials to be used for alternative daily cover (ADC)
Construction waste managment plan should include which of the following?
Donating unused materials to charities
Construction waste reduction strategies include what?
A
Energy used by elevators and escalators is : a) process energy b) non-process energy c) regulated energy d) renewable energy e) non renewable energy
a shared parking structure on a adjacent property
For LEED certification, you should include the following as part of the project area except:
CD
For a LEED project , which of the following should not be used in a fire suppression system? (choose 2) a) Dry Ice b) Water c) HCFC's d) CFC's
- halons cause damage to the ozone layer -this bldg must meet fire dept requirements concerning halons
For a building using halon-based fire suppression system, which of the following is true?
-site orientation -parking regulations -incentives for sustainable designs
For a projects initial research, what are some of the most important local issues? (choose 3)
386%
For the same project mentioned in question 49, if the total buildable site area is 1 acre, what is the FAR for this project?
48%
For the same project mentioned in question 49, if the total site area is 1acre, what is the site coverage for this project?
offsite-renewable energy
Green-e is used for which of the following?
the project can only allow 5% or less of annual CFC leakage
If a LEED project has a CFC phase out plan, which of the following must occur?
Toxic metal grease
If a bldg's wastewater overflows, which of the following can come into contact with potable water?
The LEED green associate logo per GBCI guidelines
If you pass the LEED green associate exam, what can you use on your business card?
2030
Per Montreal protocol, HCFC's have to be phased out by?
environmental guidelines project constraints
Priorities for LEED projects are based on? (choose 2) a) cost and benefits b) environmental guildlines c) carbon footprint d) project constraints
B
Rainwater is : a) potable water b) non-potable water c) black water d) raw water d) graywater
protection of virgin materials
Recycled materials will contribute to which of the following?
air quality during construction
SMACNA address which of the following items related to LEED
10
The Heat island effect can typically create ____ degrees fahrenheit of change in temperature
The LEED O&M rating system deals with buildings after construction is completed
The LEED O&M rating system is different form other LEED rating systems in which of the following ways?
design a bldg with natural ventilation and use no refrigerents
The best way to prevent environmental impact caused by refrigerant leakage is to :
BD lower water bills better EQ and less liabilities
The economic benefits of green bldg include: (choose 2) a) reduced disturbance of wetland b) lower water bills c)increased use of rapidly renewable materials d) better EQ and less liabilities
4,000 sf
The state of California is building a visitor center on a 200,000 sq ft park. How big does the visitor center need to be, in order to meet the MPR's for LEED?
the positive attributes of power generated by renewable sources
What are REC's
international energy conservation codes
What are the most common used energy codes in the US?
B
What are the most important criteria for a LEED bldg system? a) quantifiable performances b) prerequisites c) Credits d) Third party evaluations e) Third party standards
Too much carbon dioxide
What is the fundamental reason for global warming
4
What is the maximum number of regional priority points a project can achieve?
Grouping bldgs together
What is the most effective way to reduce stormwater runoff
CDE -Gas -natural gas nuclear power
What kinds of energy will generate the most pollution?
at pre-design stage
When should a project team start to plan a building's LEED certification?
www.usgbc.org
Where can a LEED green associate find the latest errata for LEED reference guides online?
Green-e
Which Program is used to qualify off-site green power for LEED?
- A new building that uses cfc - a remodel project with a plan to phase out CFC's in 15 years
Which of the Following building cannot obtain LEED Certification? (Choose 2)
water from bathtubs
Which of the Following is graywater? a) water from the bathroom sinks and kitchen sinks b)water from bathtubs c) rainwater collected from cisterns d)stormwater has not come in contact with toilet waste
- water from kitchen sinks - water from toilet - harvest rainwater - water from outdoor area drains
Which of the Following is not graywater?
- water from kitchen sinks can be reused for landscape irrigations or flushing toilets - reclaimed water cannot produce potable water use
Which of the Following is not true? a) water from kitchen sinks can be reused for landscape and irrigation or flushing toilets b) water from kitchen sinks cannot be reused for lanscape irrigation or flushing toilets c)reclaimed water requires special piping with a different color? d) reclaimed water cannot reduce potable water use
SRI
Which of the Following is the best to measure a materials ability to reflect sunshine?
ASHRAE 62.1-2010
Which of the Following standards specifies minimum ventilation rates for IAQ Performance
- using regrounded materials - reworking
Which of the Following will not reduce materials sent to landfill? (Choose 2) a) recycling b) reusing materials c) using regrounded materials d) reducing materials used e)reworking
life cycle cost analysis
Which of the following analyze the potential savings over a buildings life span?
d
Which of the following are most appropriate for a vegetated roof? a) native plants b)trees with large canopies c)adaptive plants d) lightweight plants e) there is not enough info
USGBC LEED reference guides
Which of the following are not considered laws?
A
Which of the following can be the most efficient way to save energy ? a) proper building orientation and fenestration b) high performance HVAC systems c) LEED certified eqmt d) NONE
D
Which of the following can earn points for innovation? ( choose 2) a)meeting requirements of all LEED prerequisites and credits b) Exceptional performance above and beyond the LEED requirements for an exisiting credit c) find a solution responding to the projects regional priorities d) innovative performance in green bldg categories not covered by an existing leed credit
- using a vegetated roof -using porous pavement with high albedo -building a retention pond on the site
Which of the following can reduce storm water runoff and alleviate the urban heat island effect? (Choose 3)
BD
Which of the following cannot save water for landscape irrigation (Choose 2) a) mulches b) perennials c) hardscape d) overhead irrigation e) Head to head coverage
ASHRAE 55-2010
Which of the following includes standards regarding major factors affecting human comfort?
bde
Which of the following is a prerequisite for purchasing green power? (choose 3) a) the completion of the commissioning plan b) communication with the key stakeholders c) consultation with an electrical engineer d) compilation of energy data e) evaluation of onsite and offsite energy choices
Permit Fees
Which of the following is considered a project soft cost?
lanscape areas
Which of the following is considered open spaces for LEED Projects?
Laundry water
Which of the following is graywater?
biofuel solar power
Which of the following is not a fossil fuel? (choose 2) a) gas b) natural gas c) biofuel d) solar power
- harvest rainwater - water from floor drains
Which of the following is not blackwater?
C
Which of the following is not true? a) A LEED project team has to review the USGBC or GBCI website for previously su b) a LEED project team has to review the usgbc reference guide before submitting a CIR c) All LEED rating systems can have CIR's except no LEED ND d) a fee has to be paid for each CIR submission
Water savings for LEED credits are based on the percentage of water savings achieved by each design case as compared with a baseline bldg
Which of the following is the best statement regarding water savings for LEED credits?
improve community connectivity
Which of the following is the best way to alleviate suburban sprawl?
the triple bottom line
Which of the following is the foundation of the LEED bldg rating system? a) prerequisites b) MPR's c) prerequisites and credits d) the triple bottom line
the ability to endure and last for a long time
Which of the following is the most important feature of durability
- bicycle racks with help with community connectivity -retention ponds will not reduce stormwater runoff
Which of the following statements arent true? - bicycle racks will help community connectivity b) High SRI pavment will alleviate the heat island effect c) Green Roofs can reduce stormwater runoff and alleviate heat island effect d) retention ponds will not reduce storm water runoff
- sub meters - water saving education program
Which of the following water saving items can be used for outdoor, indoor, and processed water? (Choose 2)
Recycling
Which of the following will not reduce materials sent to recycling facilities? a) recycling b) reusing materials c) using regrounded materials d) reducing materials used e)reworking
Albedo Solar reflectance
Which two of the following have the same meaning? a) albedo b) SRI c) Refraction d) Reflection e) Solar reflectance
The world meteorological organizations
Who of the following published GWP and ODP scores?
The technical advisory Group
Who rules on CIR's
- LEED BDC NC - LEED BDC CS
With Regard to LEED v4 , which of the following LEED rating systems has fewer points for the WE category? (Choose 2)
MEP Engineer
With regard to the credit, optimize energy performance , who has the most influence in decision making?
Replace CFC's with natural refrigerent
You are working on a remodel project seeking LEED certification. What should you do about the exisiting HVAC units containing CFC's
- California air resources board - ACEEE
Zero emissions vehicles (ZEV) are defined by standards setup by :(choose 2)
-Lighting for interiors -space heating -service for water heating
a project team should include the Following as part of regulated (non process) energy: (choose 3)
- lighting that is part of the medical equipment - energy for water pumps - energy for elevators and escalators
a project team should include the following as part of process energy