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Questions 1

A salvaged wood door from another site qualifies under what Materials and Resources sustainable criteria?

Options:

A.  

Certified wood

B.  

Materials reuse

C.  

Bio-based materials

D.  

Waste diversion

Discussion 0
Questions 2

What is the unit of measure for water closets?

Options:

A.  

Gallons (Liters) per flush

B.  

Gallons (Liters) per person

C.  

Average usage per hour

D.  

Usage per full time employee

Discussion 0
Questions 3

A building manager is comparing the operating cost of the existing boiler to the purchase and operation of a new and more efficient boiler. The building manager discovers that although the upfront cost is significant, purchasing the new boiler would drastically decrease the cost of running and operating the system. This exercise is called

Options:

A.  

life-cycle costing

B.  

value engineering

C.  

integrated design

D.  

life-cycle assessment

Discussion 0
Questions 4

How can pedestrian circulation in a neighborhood be promoted?

Options:

A.  

Develop mixed-use areas

B.  

Limit allowable land uses

C.  

Eliminate the use of street grid patterns

D.  

Increase parking lots between buildings

Discussion 0
Questions 5

The maximum number of credits that can be achieved under Energy and Atmosphere category for Building Design and Construction: New Construction and Major Renovation is

Options:

A.  

30

B.  

31

C.  

33

D.  

35

Discussion 0
Questions 6

When a developer builds a new shopping center in a rural area, one externality might be

Options:

A.  

an increase in profits for the developer

B.  

an increase in traffic on adjacent roads

C.  

an increase in installation of rooftop solar

D.  

an increase in the fees for customer parking

Discussion 0
Questions 7

A project plans to build a campus of buildings. Which of the following strategies should the project team consider to reduce energy demand?

Options:

A.  

Purchase carbon offsets

B.  

Design buildings to shade each other

C.  

Enroll in a demand response program

D.  

Select HVAC equipment without refrigerants

Discussion 0
Questions 8

What is the current standard LEED uses to determine the baseline for indoor water savings?

Options:

A.  

Energy Policy Act (EPACT) of 1992. 2005

B.  

ANSI 17024

C.  

The local standard in which the project is located

D.  

The Energy Savings and Industrial Competitiveness Act of 2013

Discussion 0
Questions 9

Which of the following plans is implemented after occupancy?

Options:

A.  

Value Engineering

B.  

Stormwater Pollution Prevention

C.  

Green Cleaning

D.  

Fundamental Commissioning (Cx)

Discussion 0
Questions 10

What is the purpose of the LEED rating system?

Options:

A.  

To promote a worldwide certification standard only for industrial buildings

B.  

To provide a framework for healthy, efficient, and cost-saving green buildings

C.  

To establish a set of financial incentives for building green

D.  

To replace all local building codes and zoning ordinances

Discussion 0
Questions 11

Tracking of the total building ' s baseline energy consumption is an example of

Options:

A.  

green metering

B.  

site evaluation data

C.  

energy savings records

D.  

building-level energy metering

Discussion 0
Questions 12

A tile manufacturer produces tiles that are made from fully recyclable materials and are designed for easy disassembly and possible recycling at the end of their life. Which of the following life cycle assessment approaches does this manufacturer use?

Options:

A.  

Cradle to cradle

B.  

Cradle to site

C.  

Cradle to grave

D.  

Cradle to gate

Discussion 0
Questions 13

Which of the following credit categories is affected by increasing the amount of ventilation in an occupied space?

Options:

A.  

Water Efficiency

B.  

Indoor Ventilation and Energy

C.  

Indoor Environmental Quality

D.  

Materials and Resources

Discussion 0
Questions 14

Which is an example of regenerative design?

Options:

A.  

Passive house energy building

B.  

A building with a recycling program

C.  

A project that uses sustainable materials

D.  

A building that generates electricity and sends the excess to the grid

Discussion 0
Questions 15

Which of the following is an appropriate way to use non-potable water in a building?

Options:

A.  

Using captured stormwater for showering

B.  

Using wastewater from a sink for dishwashing

C.  

Flushing a toilet with wastewater from bathroom sinks

D.  

Incorporating air conditioner process water for washing clothes

Discussion 0
Questions 16

Which of the following strategies prioritizes cost-effectiveness when designing a LEED project?

Options:

A.  

Onsite renewable systems

B.  

Enhanced Commissioning (Cx)

C.  

Measuring and verifying systems performance for one year

D.  

Applying an integrative design process

Discussion 0
Questions 17

Which of the following strategies meets energy demand with renewable energy?

Options:

A.  

Installing a solar hot water heater

B.  

Incinerating waste to heat a home

C.  

Implementing a composting program in an office break room

D.  

Purchasing Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs)from a clean coal plant

Discussion 0
Questions 18

Which of the following is an appropriate usage of U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) terminology for a LEED project?

Options:

A.  

LEED certified building

B.  

LEED ' s certified building

C.  

LEED Accredited Building

D.  

LEED Registered, Gold Building

Discussion 0
Questions 19

The general contractor for a project located in a dense urban area attempts to gain a credit in Materials and Resources. Which of the following is considered a local material?

Options:

A.  

Quarry tile that is extracted 370 mi (595 km) away and manufactured in a city 1.600 mi (2 575 km) away

B.  

Stone that is harvested and processed 80 mi (128.7 km) from the project site and purchased 75 mi. (121 km) away

C.  

Vinyl flooring manufactured 500 mi (805 km) away but is sold at a warehouse 2 mi (3.2 km) from the project site

D.  

Bamboo flooring that is harvested 2.350 mi. (3 782 km) away and manufactured 200 mi. (322 km) away from the project site

Discussion 0
Questions 20

What is the approximate percentage of global carbon dioxide emission related to transportation?

Options:

A.  

28%

B.  

13%

C.  

4%

D.  

33%

Discussion 0
Questions 21

LEED for Neighborhood Development encourages

Options:

A.  

development on federally regulated wetlands

B.  

employment of Fair Trade Certified day laborers

C.  

development within and near existing communities or public transportation infrastructure

D.  

development in rural areas within 1 mi. (1.60 km) of public transportation, and 3/4 mi. (1.20 km) from a school, medical facility, park and shopping center

Discussion 0
Questions 22

Which of the following must a waste reduction, reuse and recycling program collect and measure?

Options:

A.  

Excavated soil and land-clearing debris

B.  

Hazardous materials leaving the building

C.  

Recycled content 0t purchased office supplies

D.  

Waste diverted through recycling and reuse

Discussion 0
Questions 23

Waste water from kitchen sinks is considered blackwater unless

Options:

A.  

it is for use in toilets

B.  

local codes state otherwise

C.  

it is only used for drip irrigation

D.  

a CIR is submitted and approved

Discussion 0
Questions 24

Which of the following is a component of the Promote Sustainable and Regenerative Material Resource Cycles impact category?

Options:

A.  

Move to Cyclical, Non-Depleting Material Cycles

B.  

Protect Human Health Globally and Across the Built Environment Life Cycle

C.  

Protection and Restoration of Water Regimes and Natural Hydrological Cycles

D.  

Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Reduction from the Embodied Energy of Materials

Discussion 0
Questions 25

Which of the following best helps a project team determine access to quality transit? raj Calculator

Options:

A.  

Access to parking

B.  

The surrounding density

C.  

The quantity of functional entries in a building

D.  

The availability and frequency of public transportation

Discussion 0
Questions 26

In which LEED rating category does Built Project fall into?

Options:

A.  

LEED for Operations and Maintenance

B.  

LEED for Interior Design and Construction

C.  

LEED for Building Design and Construction

D.  

LEED for Neighborhood Development

Discussion 0
Questions 27

Which of the following describes the concept of electrification in the context of sustainable building practices?

Options:

A.  

Increasing reliance on coal-fired power plants for electricity

B.  

Replacing traditional gas appliances with electric counterparts

C.  

Implementing energy efficiency measures to reduce consumption

D.  

Increasing natural gas use for space heating

Discussion 0
Questions 28

Which factor increases the heat island effect on a project site?

Options:

A.  

High albedo

B.  

Light-colored surfaces

C.  

Paved surfaces

D.  

High solar reflectivity index

Discussion 0
Questions 29

What is the minimum gross floor area required for a Building Design and Construction (BD+C) project to be eligible for certification?

Options:

A.  

250 ft2 (23 m2)

B.  

500 ft2 (46 m2)

C.  

750 ft2 (70 m2)

D.  

1000 tt2 (93 m2)

Discussion 0
Questions 30

In a large site that has a short, intense rainy season and a long, dry season, what component of a collected rainwater irrigation system is most likely to make it cost prohibitive over a conventional system?

Options:

A.  

Irrigation piping systems

B.  

Irrigation control systems

C.  

Rainwater storage cisterns

D.  

Landscaping plant selection

Discussion 0
Questions 31

A project team is designing an office building on a greenfield location. Their plan is to use open-grid paving for the parking spaces. Which concept does this practice support?

Options:

A.  

Encouraging alternative transportation

B.  

Reducing light pollution

C.  

Preservation of native habitat

D.  

Rainwater management

Discussion 0
Questions 32

Which of the following plans is implemented after occupancy?

Options:

A.  

Green Cleaning

B.  

Value Engineering

C.  

Fundamental Commissioning (cx)

D.  

Stormwater Pollution Prevention

Discussion 0
Questions 33

LEED encourages compact communities because they provide

Options:

A.  

better internet access for the region

B.  

more surface area available for parking

C.  

shared culture and lifestyle in a city or district

D.  

reduction in travel associated with reaching services

Discussion 0
Questions 34

The LEED rating system was designed to

Options:

A.  

serve as a floor tor local Green Building codes

B.  

serve as a ceiling for local building codes

C.  

serve as a complement to local building codes

D.  

serve as a model National Green Building code

Discussion 0
Questions 35

Which of the following strategies effectively reduces commuting emissions for a LEED-certified project?

Options:

A.  

Increasing the parking footprint

B.  

Limiting access to public transit

C.  

Encouraging the use of alternative fuel vehicles

D.  

Increasing minimum parking requirements

Discussion 0
Questions 36

An annual survey is given to the building occupants in which they are asked to rate their comfort level with regards to the heating and air-conditioning, acoustics, air quality, lighting levels and cleanliness. Which building staff member is best equipped to evaluate the responses and develop a corrective action plan to address problems and improve occupants ' comfort?

Options:

A.  

LEED AP

B.  

Leasing Agent

C.  

Facilities Manager

D.  

Commissioning (Cx) Agent

Discussion 0
Questions 37

A site that has been graded is commonly defined as

Options:

A.  

a greenfield

B.  

a brownfield

C.  

previously developed

D.  

previously undeveloped

Discussion 0
Questions 38

What is a reason to clearly identify the project boundary?

Options:

A.  

To define the limits of site disturbance

B.  

To define the building envelope

C.  

To give priority for certification to projects with a smaller footprint

D.  

To determine the total area of the project classified as a brownfield

Discussion 0
Questions 39

Which of the following practices helps safeguard ecologically important areas from detrimental development?

Options:

A.  

Promote mixed-use development

B.  

Construct near prime farmland

C.  

Conserve and restore habitat

D.  

Increase the parking footprint

Discussion 0
Questions 40

According to the LEED Minimum Program Requirements (MPR) specifying minimum occupancy rates, a project must serve how many occupants?

Options:

A.  

One or more Full Time Equivalents (FTEs)

B.  

Five FTEs for six months

C.  

50% of occupancy based on code

D.  

At least two FTEs, no later than SIX months after Commissioning (Cx)

Discussion 0
Questions 41

A building is located on a site without access to public transportation. Which of the following strategies can a project team implement in order to reduce the environmental impacts associated with how the occupants get to and from the building?

Options:

A.  

Limit parking

B.  

Provide incentives for carpooling

C.  

Build underground parking structure

D.  

Use compact development strategies

Discussion 0
Questions 42

Which of the following sites is most appropriate to encourage a walkable street design?

Options:

A.  

A neighborhood that includes a diversity of use

B.  

An area with a decreased building-height-to-street-width ratio

C.  

A development that uses many culs-de-sac in the street design

D.  

A project in an area designed with streets to facilitate increased speed limits

Discussion 0
Questions 43

A commercial office building project is pursuing LEED certification. The project team is focused on reducing environmental impact while enhancing occupant well-being. They are considering strategies including energy efficiency improvements, water conservation measures, and the use of eco-friendly materials. The building is situated in an urban area with access to public transportation, aiming to reduce the need for personal vehicles. Which of the following LEED credit categories would support healthy people and ecosystems?

Options:

A.  

Energy and Atmosphere (EA)

B.  

Water Efficiency (WE)

C.  

Indoor Environmental Quality (EQ)

D.  

Materials and Resources (MR)

Discussion 0
Questions 44

During which stage of the conventional building process are each disciplined practitioner on project teams involved?

Options:

A.  

Discovery phase

B.  

post occupancy phase

C.  

End of project discovery phase

D.  

As required during design process

Discussion 0
Questions 45

A project team is preparing to submit documentation for LEED certification through the official online platform. They must include specific project information and sustainability strategies aligned with the credits pursued. Which action should the project administrator take to ensure accurate and organized submission of project documentation in the online platform?

Options:

A.  

Utilize automated software to streamline the documentation process

B.  

Maintain a checklist for tracking the status of each credit’s documentation

C.  

Assign roles to specific team members for documentation upload and quality control

D.  

Submit only the credits that are easiest to document

Discussion 0
Questions 46

Who completes and signs the credit templates for a project pursuing LEED certification?

Options:

A.  

The Commissioning (Cx) agent

B.  

The specified team member

C.  

The certified LEED Reviewer

D.  

The local authorities having jurisdiction

Discussion 0
Questions 47

A company is considering investing in green power for its operations facilities, but is reluctant because of the high capital investment, maintenance costs and slow initial financial returns. Which of the following is a practical strategy to help the company overcome these obstacles?

Options:

A.  

Relocate the company to a region that is better suited for harnessing renewable energy

B.  

Divert the company ' s research and development funds to investment in large scale hydroelectric power

C.  

Host an on-site renewable energy generation system and agree to buy the power without owning the equipment

D.  

Hire employees to staff a new operations department in preparation for the maintenance needs of the new renewable energy equipment

Discussion 0
Questions 48

When considering strategies for reducing indoor water use, which plumbing fixture would be excluded?

Options:

A.  

Urinal

B.  

Drip irrigation

C.  

Showerhead

D.  

Kitchen faucet

Discussion 0
Questions 49

Aside from retaining the existing structure, what is the next most effective strategy for reducing waste?

Options:

A.  

Designing for disassembly

B.  

Recycling materials

C.  

Composting organics

D.  

Reusing building components

Discussion 0
Questions 50

An owner is looking to update the interior materials of the office while promoting a healthier indoor work environment using LEED strategies. During the materials specification, which of the following strategies can the owner take in order to achieve this goal?

Options:

A.  

Specify salvaged materials

B.  

Specify low-cost materials

C.  

Specify low-emitting materials

D.  

Specify high solar reflectance materials

Discussion 0
Questions 51

Which third party certification is recommended to use when specifying sustainable cleaning products?

Options:

A.  

Greenguard "

B.  

Green Seal ' ™ '

C.  

Green Label Plus*

D.  

Design for the Environment

Discussion 0
Questions 52

What occurs when light from a parking area spreads and surplus lighting spills beyond the project boundary?

Options:

A.  

Light trespass

B.  

Provision of adequate lighting for the project

C.  

Decrease in stress to nocturnal animals

D.  

Light division

Discussion 0
Questions 53

Up lo how many maximum points can a project earn under the Regional Priority credit?

Options:

A.  

One

B.  

Two

C.  

Three

D.  

Four

Discussion 0
Questions 54

Which of the following refrigerants is known for having a high Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP)?

Options:

A.  

R-134a

B.  

R-410A

C.  

R-12

D.  

Ammonia

Discussion 0
Questions 55

Implementation of green building strategies such as daylighting. passive cooling, high-efficiency mechanical systems and stack ventilation contributes to the reduction of what type of costs?

Options:

A.  

Initial costs

B.  

Life-cycle costs

C.  

Design costs

D.  

Construction costs

Discussion 0
Questions 56

The LEED credits given the greatest weights are credits that

Options:

A.  

are used in certifying a LEED Platinum Project

B.  

contribute to developmental density and Sustainable Sites

C.  

are included in the LEED for Buildings Operations and Maintenance: Existing Buildings rating system

D.  

most directly address the most important environmental impacts and human benefits

Discussion 0
Questions 57

A project has 16 employees working for four hours per day, 20 employees working six hours per day, and 10 employees working eight hours per day. What is the Full Time Equivalent (FTE) occupancy of the project?

Options:

A.  

28

B.  

33

C.  

33

D.  

46

Discussion 0
Questions 58

Which of the following statements regarding non-potable water is true?

Options:

A.  

Blackwater can only be used for flush fixtures

B.  

Stormwater runoff can be treated and used in a facility ' s cooling towers

C.  

Captured rainwater must be treated before it can be used to irrigate landscaping

D.  

can be used for any household purpose as long as it is not consumed

Discussion 0
Questions 59

Which of the following project types and scopes are addressed by LEED rating systems?

Options:

A.  

LEED Operations & Maintenance: Schools

B.  

LEED Interior Design and Construction: Data Centers

C.  

LEED Building Design and Construction: Existing Buildings

D.  

LEED Neighborhood Development: Warehouses and Distribution

Discussion 0
Questions 60

What design processes are emphasized with Green buildings?

Options:

A.  

Integrative

B.  

Tiered

C.  

Linear

D.  

Multistage

Discussion 0
Questions 61

Which of the following results from incorporating sustainable landscape design?

Options:

A.  

Decreased maintenance costs

B.  

Encouraged use of exotic plants

C.  

Restored and regenerated habitat

D.  

Increased use of pesticides and irrigation

Discussion 0
Questions 62

Which of the following options is a source of Scope 1 greenhouse gas emissions?

Options:

A.  

On-site landfills

B.  

Business travel

C.  

Purchased electricity

D.  

Employee commuting

Discussion 0
Questions 63

Which of the following is a strategy that a design team should consider In order to decrease the Impact of a new construction project?

Options:

A.  

Maximize views of the existing wetland

B.  

Select native plants to provide habitat for local fauna

C.  

Locate the project in an existing office park with ample parking

D.  

Increase the project ' s footprint to maximize roof space for a solar array

Discussion 0
Questions 64

What is the primary purpose of using low cubicle partitions in office buildings?

Options:

A.  

To reduce Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) levels

B.  

To reduce COâ‚‚ levels

C.  

To increase the spread of daylight

D.  

To increase thermal comfort

Discussion 0
Questions 65

Which formula is used for calculation of the percentage of restoration area?

Options:

A.  

Percentage of restoration area = (Disturbed area I Restoration site area) x 100

B.  

Percentage of restoration area = (Restoration area / Total previously disturbed site area) x 100

C.  

Percentage of restoration area = (Restoration area / Total proposed restoration site area) x 100

D.  

Percentage of restoration area = (Restoration area / Total previously undisturbed site area) x 100

Discussion 0
Questions 66

The water use reduction for a project is determined by finding the difference between the baseline conditions and the

Options:

A.  

local water usage rate

B.  

project occupancy type

C.  

calculated installed case

D.  

permitted maximum water usage

Discussion 0
Questions 67

Which of the following is an effective way to identify occupant comfort issues in a space based on LEED best practices?

Options:

A.  

Install energy meters in the building

B.  

Discuss potential issues with building owner

C.  

Conduct an occupant comfort survey with all building occupants

D.  

Wait for occupants to alert facilities management team of issues

Discussion 0
Questions 68

Which of the following terms encourages team members to collaborate throughout the process of design and construction to create synergistic solutions?

Options:

A.  

Charrette

B.  

Triple bottom line

C.  

Life-cycle analysis

D.  

Integrative design

Discussion 0
Questions 69

A site with minimal hardscape that has a large permeable surface results in

Options:

A.  

reduced rainwater runoff

B.  

increased heat island effect

C.  

protection of native plant species

D.  

preserved space for future development

Discussion 0
Questions 70

If a project incorporates daylighting, in which category should the project team seek points for implementing this strategy?

Options:

A.  

Energy and Atmosphere

B.  

Innovation

C.  

Indoor Environmental Quality

D.  

Sustainable Sites

Discussion 0
Questions 71

What element of design can be used to take advantage of natural ventilation, solar energy and daylight?

Options:

A.  

Cool roof

B.  

Facade treatment

C.  

Building orientation

D.  

LOW visible transmittance glazing

Discussion 0
Questions 72

Which of the following standards addresses guidance for sustainable construction in complying with building codes?

Options:

A.  

ASHRAE 72

B.  

ASHRAE 62.1

C.  

ASHRAE 90.1

D.  

ASHRAE 189.1

Discussion 0
Questions 73

One of the requirements for the Sustainable Sites Credit. Rainwater Management is that projects must

Options:

A.  

maximize open space within the LEED project Boundary

B.  

calculate the total rainwater runoff for 75th percentile rainfall events

C.  

use Green Infrastructure and Low Impact Development techniques within the LEED project boundary

D.  

use a combination of both structural and non-structural measures to manage a 90th percentile rainfall event

Discussion 0
Questions 74

Which of the following organizations ' standards are referenced by the LEED rating systems?

Options:

A.  

American Institute of Architects (AIA)

B.  

Meeting Professionals International (MPI)

C.  

National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)

D.  

International Organization for Standardization (ISO)

Discussion 0
Questions 75

How is an exemplary performance point earned if the credit is available for exemplary performance per the Reference Guide?

Options:

A.  

Submit a Project CIR

B.  

Increase performance by 25%

C.  

Verify that precedent has been established

D.  

Meet the indicated incremental performance threshold

Discussion 0
Questions 76

Which process evaluates the environmental impact of a building project by considering factors from raw material extraction to disposal?

Options:

A.  

Environmental Product Declaration

B.  

Sustainable Sites planning

C.  

Life-cycle assessment

D.  

Life-cycle costing

Discussion 0
Questions 77

The cost of Commissioning (Cx) Is often repaid with

Options:

A.  

advanced energy metering

B.  

renewable power management

C.  

recovered energy performance

D.  

enhanced refrigerant management

Discussion 0
Questions 78

A new office building project is aiming for LEED certification. The project team wants to ensure that the building accommodates diverse occupant needs and promotes a healthy social environment. Which design strategy should the project team implement to fulfill universal accessibility requirements and align with LEED concepts and requirements?

Options:

A.  

Incorporate fixed-height workstations

B.  

Install doors that open with a hand wave

C.  

Create outdoor social gathering spaces

D.  

Reduce accessible entrances to one location

Discussion 0
Questions 79

The installation of impervious surfaces, such as asphalt and concrete, results in

Options:

A.  

increased percolation and infiltration of water

B.  

reduced outdoor water use

C.  

reduced heat island effect

D.  

increased water runoff

Discussion 0
Questions 80

In a new building which of the following is an effective way to confirm a building ' s performance compared with performance goals design specifications and the Owner ' s Project Requirements?

Options:

A.  

Perform Commissioning (Cx) activities

B.  

Provide staff training

C.  

Purchase Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs)

D.  

Establish design and energy goals

Discussion 0
Questions 81

The result of proper design and operation of buildings and neighborhoods is an increase in energy

Options:

A.  

supply

B.  

demand

C.  

efficiency

D.  

consumption

Discussion 0
Questions 82

Which of the following principles is a part of the integrated process?

Options:

A.  

Cradle-to-cradle

B.  

Systems thinking

C.  

Project scheduling

D.  

Building information modeling

Discussion 0
Questions 83

A new corporate office building is in the design phase. The building site is near a busy highway, exposing it to considerable exterior noise. In designing the office’s interior spaces, various techniques are evaluated to mitigate sound transmission and enhance acoustical privacy and comfort for its occupants. Which of the following strategies should the project team implement to reduce the transmission of exterior noise into the office spaces?

Options:

A.  

Designate quiet zones near the building core

B.  

Use double-glazed windows with an air gap

C.  

Integrate white noise machines throughout the facility

D.  

Increase hard interior surfaces to reflect sound

Discussion 0
Questions 84

Which organization designed the Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value (MERV) measurement scale that rates the effectiveness of air filters?

Options:

A.  

U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)

B.  

American National Standards Institute (ANSI)

C.  

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

D.  

ASHRAE

Discussion 0
Questions 85

A project team is considering the redevelopment of a site that was previously used for coal manufacturing and mining. The site is open for cleaning and adaptive use. The team aims to address potential environmental concerns while leveraging the location for new development opportunities. What initial step should the project team take when considering the redevelopment potential of a former industrial site?

Options:

A.  

Perform an initial survey of site ecology to document habitats or species that may influence redevelopment decisions

B.  

Investigate historic site use to determine preservation opportunities

C.  

Conduct a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment to identify potential contamination

D.  

Begin construction immediately because the site is previously developed

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Questions 86

Which of the following credit categories in LEED is associated with the Heat Island Reduction strategy?

Options:

A.  

Location and Transportation (LT)

B.  

Energy and Atmosphere (EA)

C.  

Sustainable Sites (SS)

D.  

Indoor Environmental Quality (EQ)

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Questions 87

Which of the following components comprise the Indoor Environmental Quality credit category?

Options:

A.  

Energy, site, water reduction

B.  

Light, sound, occupant experience

C.  

Community connectivity, tobacco smoke control, green cleaning

D.  

Recycled content, low Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) emissions materials, non point source pollution

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Questions 88

Acoustic Performance falls under which credit category?

Options:

A.  

Sustainable Sites

B.  

Energy and Atmosphere

C.  

Materials and Resources

D.  

Indoor Environmental Quality

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Questions 89

Which of the following building design strategies best supports occupant well-being by improving connection to nature?

Options:

A.  

Providing quality views of vegetation and outdoor spaces

B.  

Increasing the number of enclosed rooms without windows

C.  

Using only artificial lighting in occupied spaces

D.  

Reducing access to daylight to prevent glare

Discussion 0
Questions 90

A team of architects is working on a new community center to be LEED Certified. When considering general LEED concepts and requirements, which sustainable design strategy will most likely help the team improve Indoor Environmental Quality for this project?

Options:

A.  

Installing energy-efficient lighting and HVAC systems

B.  

Designing an effective ventilation system

C.  

Selecting solar panels to power the building

D.  

Increasing the parking area for visitors

Discussion 0
Questions 91

All LEED rating systems include:

Options:

A.  

90 base points, plus four Innovation points and six Regional Priority points for a total of 100 points

B.  

110 base points, plus five Innovation points and two Regional Priority points for a total of 117 points

C.  

100 base points, plus six Innovation points and four Regional Priority points for a total of 110 points

D.  

110 base points, plus six Innovation points and four Regional Priority points for a total of 120 points

Discussion 0
Questions 92

When considering water conservation and water efficient landscaping, which type of water would be most useful for landscape irrigation?

Options:

A.  

Rainwater

B.  

Blackwater

C.  

Clean water

D.  

potable water

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Questions 93

Rain gardens can be utilized to do which of the following?

Options:

A.  

Increase soil erosion

B.  

Increase peak rainwater runoff

C.  

Increase graywater use

D.  

Increase groundwater recharge

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Questions 94

Which of the following credit categories does not have a prerequisite?

Options:

A.  

Water Efficiency

B.  

Materials and Resources

C.  

Location and Transportation

D.  

Indoor Environmental Quality

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Questions 95

Which of the following strategies would effectively contribute to reducing potable water consumption used in the process systems of a commercial building while maintaining efficient operation?

Options:

A.  

Installing a submeter to track the building’s total consumption

B.  

Increasing the cycles of concentration in the cooling tower system

C.  

Replacing all kitchen spray valves with low-flow fixtures

D.  

Increasing once-through cooling for equipment

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Questions 96

Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) negatively impact which of the following entities?

Options:

A.  

Quality of daylight

B.  

Quality of indoor air

C.  

Durability of a product

D.  

Ability to recycle a product

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Questions 97

Which of the following facilitates the recharging of aquifers?

Options:

A.  

Asphalt road

B.  

Pervious paving

C.  

Impervious paving

D.  

Concrete parking lot

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Questions 98

Good site design benefits a project in which of the following ways?

Options:

A.  

Makes occupants comfortable by providing green spaces

B.  

Supports access to diverse land uses, sustainable food and services

C.  

Provides access to public transportation and employment opportunities

D.  

Protects endangered species and maximizes development of previously undeveloped areas

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Questions 99

LEED stands for

Options:

A.  

Leadership in Eco and Energy Design

B.  

Leadership in Efficiency and Energy Design

C.  

Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design

D.  

Leadership in Environmental and Efficiency Design

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Questions 100

What organization reviews and provides final LEED certification report to projects?

Options:

A.  

U.S. Green Building Council

B.  

Green Building Initiative (GBI)

C.  

Green Business Certification Inc.

D.  

ASHRAE

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Questions 101

Which statement is the U.S. Green Building Council vision?

Options:

A.  

A transformed built environment leading to a sustainable future

B.  

Buildings and communities will regenerate and sustain the health and vitality of all life within a generation

C.  

Meeting the goals of the Paris Agreement and improving the lives of millions of citizens through better buildings

D.  

To transform the building and construction sector across three strategic areas - climate action, health and wellbeing and resources and circularity

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Questions 102

In addition to the temperature and humidity, what is another factor to consider when implementing thermal comfort strategies?

Options:

A.  

Daylight

B.  

Acoustics

C.  

Air movement

D.  

Green cleaning

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Questions 103

What is process water?

Options:

A.  

Blackwater used for irrigation purposes

B.  

Water used for industrial processes and building systems, such as cooling towers and chillers

C.  

Domestic waste water composed 0t wash water from kitchens and bathrooms

D.  

Spent or used water from a home, community, farm or industry that contains dissolved or suspended matter

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Questions 104

Which of the following is a design and planning strategy for reducing energy demand?

Options:

A.  

Maximize thermal bridging

B.  

Size the building appropriately

C.  

Increase outdoor air ventilation

D.  

Extend equipment warranty periods

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Questions 105

Which of the following represents a unit of carbon dioxide equivalent that is reduced, avoided, or sequestered to compensate for emissions occurring elsewhere?

Options:

A.  

Calculator

B.  

Carbon offsets

C.  

Demand response

D.  

Renewable energy

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Questions 106

Which of the following does a facility operator need in order to optimize water consumption?

Options:

A.  

Schedules of the occupants

B.  

Operating times of the building

C.  

Fixture cut sheets of waterless urinals

D.  

Submetering systems

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Questions 107

An integrative process involves stakeholders identifying overlapping relationships, services and redundancies among systems. What does this result in?

Options:

A.  

Reduced performance and reduced costs

B.  

Increased performance and reduced costs

C.  

Reduced performance and increased costs

D.  

Increased performance and increased costs

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Questions 108

Which of the following team members should participate in the initial evaluation to determine which level of LEED certification to target?

Options:

A.  

Owner

B.  

Zoning Official

C.  

Project Safety Officer

D.  

Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI) Certification Reviewer

Discussion 0
Questions 109

Which of the following reflects a scorecard rule for LEED Credit Point Allocation?

Options:

A.  

Maximum of 100 base points

B.  

Minimum of seven points per credit category

C.  

Maximum of 55 credits within each rating system

D.  

Minimum of five prerequisites within each rating system

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Questions 110

Which of the following LEED credit categories addresses conditions within a building and their effects on occupants?

Options:

A.  

Indoor Energy Quality

B.  

Indoor Environmental Quality

C.  

Indoor Efficiency Quality

D.  

Indoor Air Quality

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Questions 111

Which of the following strategies can contribute to optimal thermal comfort for building occupants?

Options:

A.  

Scheduling regular HVAC system maintenance

B.  

Installing ceiling fans only in common areas

C.  

Utilizing large open spaces for air circulation only

D.  

Removing individual thermal comfort controls

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Questions 112

The LEED reviewer advised a project team that an inappropriate rating system was chosen for a newly constructed school in operation for one year and undergoing minor improvements. What should the project team have done differently to avoid this error?

Options:

A.  

Allow the LEED Project Administrator sole responsibility to review the appropriate rating system for the project

B.  

Select LEED for Schools New Construction and Major Renovations Rating System, as this project is classified as a school

C.  

Select LEED for Existing Buildings: Operations and Maintenance Rating System, as the Operational and Maintenance phase has begun

D.  

Review the appropriate rating system and determine the best adaptation to use with consultation from U.S. Green Building Council

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Questions 113

In order to earn LEED certification, a project must

Options:

A.  

employ a LEED AP on its project team

B.  

conduct a whole-building life-cycle assessment

C.  

earn a minimum 0t 50 points or meet a prerequisite

D.  

satisfy all prerequisites and earn a minimum number of points

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Questions 114

Which of the following strategies, when designed together, can save energy and improve occupant experience?

Options:

A.  

Daylighting and natural ventilation

B.  

Thermal comfort and water meters

C.  

Energy metering and thermal comfort

D.  

Ventilation and carbon monoxide monitoring

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Questions 115

What purpose does a LEED impact category serve?

Options:

A.  

Describes the issues that LEED projects are not meant to address

B.  

Determines the number of potential technical pathways accepted by LEED for each credit

C.  

Determines the number of points needed in each category to achieve a certain certification level

D.  

Helps project teams understand LEED system goals and determine what a LEED project should accomplish

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Questions 116

When the same team members are involved more than once in an integrated approach, it leads to

Options:

A.  

a decline in systems thinking

B.  

users getting better at the process

C.  

getting more LEED points

D.  

a lack of new ideas

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Questions 117

Which credit category attempts to reduce light pollution and discourages the development of previously undeveloped land?

Options:

A.  

Regional Priority

B.  

Sustainable Sites

C.  

Energy and Atmosphere

D.  

Location and Transportation

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Questions 118

Which of the following impact categories is weighted the most in LEED v4?

Options:

A.  

Climate change

B.  

Biodiversity

C.  

Human health

D.  

Water resources

Discussion 0
Questions 119

Which Of the following is an example Of Integrative process?

Options:

A.  

Judicious use of recyclable materials during construction

B.  

Rapid incorporation of design changes during construction

C.  

Ongoing evaluation of feedback mechanisms during building operation

D.  

Conscientious maintenance of building equipment during building operation

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Questions 120

The roofing materials used on site for reducing the heat island effect must have

Options:

A.  

high reflectance and high Solar Reflective Index

B.  

low reflectance and high Solar Reflective Index

C.  

low reflectance and low Solar Reflective Index

D.  

high reflectance and low Solar Reflective index

Discussion 0
Questions 121

Which of the following terms is used when describing a site which may be complicated by the presence of hazardous substances, pollutants or contaminants?

Options:

A.  

Greenfield

B.  

Brownfield

C.  

Infill development

D.  

Previously disturbed

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Questions 122

The project team wants to use low-flow toilet fixtures and integrate non-potable water strategies for the building interior. Which category does this strategy fall under?

Options:

A.  

Innovation

B.  

Water Efficiency

C.  

Sustainable Sites

D.  

Optimized Process Water Use

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Questions 123

Energy and Atmosphere Credit encompasses

Options:

A.  

site selection, site design and environmental concerns

B.  

integrative process, building loads and EQ

C.  

building loads, energy performance management and EQ

D.  

building loads, energy performance management and environmental concerns

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Questions 124

Light colored paving and cool roofs are terms referring to materials with

Options:

A.  

lower emissivity and lower albedo

B.  

lower emissivity and higher albedo

C.  

higher emissivity and lower albedo

D.  

higher emissivity and higher albedo

Discussion 0
Questions 125

Which of the following strategies encourages a building ' s users to use alternative transportation?

Options:

A.  

Locate building in a rural area

B.  

Provide bicycle storage and shower facilities

C.  

Locate building near restaurants and theaters

D.  

Provide preferred parking for business owners

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Questions 126

in the triple bottom line which of the following capital resources represents the costs and benefits of a project for all the stakeholders?

Options:

A.  

Economic

B.  

Social

C.  

Natural

D.  

Community

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Questions 127

The US Green Building Council (USGBC) created which of the following?

Options:

A.  

LEED Credential Maintenance Program (CMP)

B.  

LEED Rating System

C.  

LEED User

D.  

LEED Operations and Maintenance exam

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Questions 128

What is reclaimed water?

It is potable water from a well within the project boundary and owned by the project owner

Options:

A.  

It is wastewater that may have undergone treatment from a nearby plant and is intended for non potable use

B.  

It is a quota of potable water reclaimed to the utility company should the project water consumption C. fall more than 20% lower than the Energy Policy Act of 1992 (EPAct of 1992) baseline

C.  

It is graywater treated within the project premises and sold back to the utility company

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Questions 129

Which strategy will help build consensus for a project ' s sustainability goals?

Options:

A.  

Hosting a charrette

B.  

Survey building occupants

C.  

Circulating a project scorecard

D.  

Including LEED language in project specifications

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