leed exam quiz 5

Which Reference Standard sets the levels for energy standards in buildings? a. ASHRAE 62.1-2010 b. ASHRAE 52.2-2007 c. ASHRAE 55-2010 d. EPAct E. ANSI / ASHRAE / IESNA 90.1-2010

E. ANSI / ASHRAE / IESNA 90.1-2010

Which Reference Standard sets the levels for acceptable Indoor Air Quality in an occupied building? a. ASHRAE 62.1-2010 b. ASHRAE 52.2-2007 c. ASHRAE 55-2010 d. EPAct e. ANSI/ ASHRAE/ IESNA 90.1-2010

a. ASHRAE 62.1-2010

What material produces the smallest amount of VOCs? a. Brick b. Carpet c. Paint d. Vinyl

a. Brick

What credit area would deal with maintaining relative humidity levels at desired levels during occupancy? a. EQc5, Thermal Comfort b. EQc1, Enhanced Indoor Air Quality Strategies c. EQc4, Indoor Air Quality Assessment d. EQp1, Minimum Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Performance

a. EQc5, Thermal Comfort

A developer for an office project is considering a natural ventilation system. Which of the following will be the MOST important in determining if the system will be appropriate? a. Whether or not the system is quiet. b. Whether or not the system can be sub-metered. c. Whether or not the system can connect to a building automation system. d. Whether or not the system can provide enough fresh air.

d. Whether or not the system can provide enough fresh air

What amount of time do people in the United States spend on average indoors? a. 50% b. 60% c. 70% d. 80% e. 90%

e. 90%

Which of the following is not considered an environmental factor of thermal comfort? a. Air Temperature b. Radiant Temperature c. Air Speed d. Humidity e. Space Volume

e. Space Volume

ASHRAE Standards are used to demonstrate compliance with the requirements of which credits? (Choose three) a. EQc5, Thermal Comfort b. EQc3, Construction Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Mgt Plan c. EQc2, Low-Emitting Materials d. EQc1, Enhanced Indoor Air Quality Strategies e. EQc7, Daylight

a. EQc5, Thermal Comfort b. EQc3, Construction Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Mgt Plan d. EQc1, Enhanced Indoor Air Quality Strategies

In EQc2, Low-Emitting Materials, Option 1. Product Category Calculations, the building interior includes everything in the exterior wall: a. Inside of the waterproofing membrane. b. within the sheathing/veneer. c. including the waterproof membrane.

a. Inside of the waterproofing membrane.

A project team is trying to maximize the number of points they can achieve for their LEED project by identifying synergies. Which elements, when combined, would best achieve this goal? (Choose three) a. Occupancy sensors b. CO2 sensors c. Operable windows d. Daylight sensors e. Occupant lighting controls

a. Occupancy sensors d. Daylight sensors e. Occupant lighting controls

SMACNA IEQ Guidelines suggest which methods to improve indoor air quality? (choose three) a. Source control b. CO2 monitoring c. Deck-to-deck d. Pathway Interruption e. Scheduling

a. Source control d. Pathway Interruption e. Scheduling

Which of the following are required under EQc1, Enhanced Indoor Air Quality Strategies? (Choose three) a. Sufficiently exhaust each space where hazardous gases or chemicals may be present or used. b. Have a policy in place that no hazardous gases or chemicals are to be used in the building. c. Establish a green housekeeping program for the building. d. Where chemical use occurs, provide self-closing doors and deck-to-deck partitions or a hard-lid ceiling. e. Employ a permanent entryway system to capture dirt, particulars, etc.

a. Sufficiently exhaust each space where hazardous gases or chemicals may be present or used. d. Where chemical use occurs, provide self-closing doors and deck-to-deck partitions or a hard-lid ceiling. e. Employ a permanent entryway system to capture dirt, particulars, etc.

What are the best design strategies for improving indoor air quality (reducing the particulates) during operations and maintenance of a building? (Choose two) a. Use air filters with high minimum efficiency reporting value (MERV) ratings. b. Use soft surfaces on the interiors. c. Orient the building for optimal sun exposure. d. Increase the ventilation in the building. e. Use natural refrigerants.

a. Use air filters with high minimum efficiency reporting value (MERV) ratings. d. Increase the ventilation in the building.

To receive a Silver level certification in LEED v4, a building much achieve: a. 40-49 points. b. 50-59 points. c. 60-79 points. d. 80+ points.

b. 50-59 points.

Which Reference Standard applies to EQc3, Construction Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Management Plan? a. ASHRAE 62.1-2010 b. ASHRAE 52.2-2007 c. ASHRAE 55-2010 d. EPAct e. ANSI/ASHRAE/IESNA 90.1-2010

b. ASHRAE 52.2-2007

Which activity can occur during the flushout and be used to comply with EQc4, Indoor Air Quality Assessment? a. Punch list items b. Commissioning c. Furniture move-in d. Touch up painting

b. Commissioning

The project team is pursuing several points under EQc2, Low-Emitting Materials. Which tasks might the LEED-AP undertake? (choose 2) a. if using paint specify non-flat paint whenever possible b. Develop a project outline specification c. If using pains specify oil-based paint whenever possible d. Inventory all paints, adhesives and sealants that are to be used on the project.

b. Develop a project outline specification d. Inventory all paints, adhesives and sealants that are to be used on the project.

In EQc9, Acoustic Performance, for all occupied spaces, meet the specified requirements for: a. HVAC Background Noise, Interior Cross-contamination Prevention, Reverberation Time and Sound Reinforcement/Masking. b. HVAC Background Noise, Sound Isolation (STC rating), Reverberation Time and Sound Reinforcement/Masking. c. Pathway Interruption, HVAC Background Noise, Sound Isolation (STC rating) and interior Cross-contamination prevention. d. HVAC Background Noise, Sound Isolation (STC rating), Interior Cross-contamination Prevention and Reverberation Time.

b. HVAC Background Noise, Sound Isolation (STC rating), Reverberation Time and Sound Reinforcement/Masking.

An owner has selected an office building site in a natural area. They want to provide views to the outside while also using daylighting to reduce energy demand. Which strategy would achieve these goals? a. Locating conference rooms and offices near the glazing. b. Installing cubicles with low partitions and placing conference rooms and offices in the core of the building. c. Having adjustable window shade and operable windows. d. Installing an under floor air distribution system.

b. Installing cubicles with low partitions and placing conference rooms and offices in the core of the building.

Of the following options, which are required to achieve EQc1, Enhanced Indoor Air Quality Strategies? (Choose two) a. MERV 8 filters installed in all AHU's b. MERV 13 filters installed in all AHU's c. Environmentally preferable cleaning products d. Full height walls and exhaust in all chemical use areas

b. MERV 13 filters installed in all AHU's d. Full height walls and exhaust in all chemical use areas

ASHRAE standards are used in all of the following LEED categories except: a. Indoor Environmental Quality b. Materials and Resources c. Sustainable Sites d. Energy and Atmosphere

b. Materials and Resources

Where must smoking be prohibited for a project? (Choose three) a. Walking trails b. Operable windows c. Garages d. Building entrances e. Air intakes

b. Operable windows d. Building entrances e. Air intakes

Which of the following elements should be considered to facilitate communication in school classrooms? (Choose three) a. Increased ventilation b. Soft surfaces c. Duct Insulation d. Air filters with high MERV ratings e. Building geometry

b. Soft surfaces c. Duct Insulation e. Building geometry

Minimizing which of the following will improve a building's indoor environmental quality? a. Natural lighting b. VOC content in building materials c. Ventilation rates d. Unobstructed views to the outside

b. VOC content in building materials

In EQp1, Minimum Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Performance, in mixed-mode ventilated spaces: a. When the mechanical system is activated, follow the "passive" requirement; when not activated follow the "active" requirement. b. When the mechanical system is activated, follow the "active" requirement; when not activated follow the "passive" requirement.

b. When the mechanical system is activated, follow the "active" requirement; when not activated follow the "passive" requirement.

Which Reference Standard deals with Thermal Comfort Conditions for Human Occupancy? a. ASHRAE 62.1-2010 b. ASHRAE 52.2-2007 c. ASHRAE 55-2010 d. EPAct E. ANSI / ASHRAE / IESNA 90.1-2010

c. ASHRAE 55-2010

The practice of placing windows or other transparent media and reflective surfaces so that during the day natural light provides effective internal illumination is referred to as: a. Lighting power density b. Natural ventilation c. Daylighting d. Passive ventilation

c. Daylighting

What can a project team do to reduce the need for pesticides? a. use only native plants in the landscaping. b. Install hardscapes around the entire building perimeter. c. Develop a coordinated program of non-chemical strategies. d. Do not permit smoking around the building entrances.

c. Develop a coordinated program of non-chemical strategies.

A business owner is building an office in a city that has air quality issues during the summer. The owner wants to hear recommendations for design decisions that improve indoor air quality. Which of the following are strategies that would achieve the project goal? (Choose two) a. Permit smoking around side entrances only. b. Orient the building east to west. c. Install walk-off mats in the entryways. d. Use materials with low VOC emissions e. Use natural ventilation

c. Install walk-off mats in the entryways. d. Use materials with low VOC emissions

To achieve, EQc3, Construction Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Management Plan, Which of the following must the project specify? (choose two) a. MERV 13 filters in all AHUs b. A flushout prior to occupancy c. MERV 8 filters in all AHUs d. Protecting onsite absorptive materials

c. MERV 8 filters in all AHUs d. Protecting onsite absorptive materials