LEED GA Practice Questions With And Correct Answers With Explanation For Exam Preparation Graded A+.
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LEED VA GA
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LEED VA GA
First Level of LEED Certification - correct answer Certified
What credit requires FTE for calculations? - correct answer Bicycle Facilities
Indoor water use reduction
A building owner has read an article on the benefit...
First Level of LEED Certification - correct answer Certified
What credit requires FTE for calculations? - correct answer Bicycle Facilities
Indoor water use reduction
A building owner has read an article on the benefits of daylighting on productivity and, as a result, has
asked the design team for his new building to evaluate increasing the current amount of glass. Which
one of the following is NOT a relevant consideration to determine if this is feasible? - correct answer
The impact on the heat island effect
Heat islands are generally caused by dark, nonreflective (and non-transparent) surfaces used for parking,
roads, roofs, and other hardscape areas, and are typically not a significant
In order to meet the requirements of low emitting materials, carpet adhesive must comply with which
standard? - correct answer SCAQMD RULE 1168
CDPH STANDARD METHOD V1. 1-2010
CDPH standard method v1 1-2010 - correct answer General emissions evaluation
Density radius is used in the calculation of which credit? - correct answer
Surrounding density and diverse uses (1/4 mi radius)
What is the same as a projects site area for a single building project? - correct answer
Property size
What can a project team do after having two credits denied? - correct answer
Submit $500 or $800 (if complex) for each appealed credit review (submit separately)
,Which strategy will contribute to earning points for both Optimize Energy Performance and On-site
Renewable ENergy - correct answer Solar Thermal System
WHat is a likely benefit for a project that will be located in an urban area near a residential
neighborhood? - correct answer access to public transportation
What is the intent behind the purchase of green power? - correct answer emissions
reductions
What would be impacted by the use of low flow shower heads: - correct answer
water efficiency
energy & atmosphere
Which standard referenced in LEED credits involves limits on Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) for wet
applied sealants - correct answer South Coast Air Quality Management DIstrict Rule
1168 (SCAQMD RULE 1168 = VOC CONTENT FOR ADHESIVES AND SEALANTS APPLIED ON SITE)
Supply of potable water - correct answer subsurface well
what strategy could be used to reduce the use of potable water for sewage conveyance - correct answer
a rainwater capture and recycling system
What is heat island effect - correct answer the absorption of heat by dark, non
reflective hardscapes in urban areas
,Which would be considered a regionally sourced material as recognized by LEED? - correct answer
Harvested manufactured and sold within 100 mi of the project are given the regional multiplier (double
cost) in LEED credit calcs
Captured storm water could also help in achieving which credits - correct answer
outdoor water use reduction (can be used to offset potable water use)
A project team has discovered that in order to get a paint that will meet the durability requirements of
the project, they cannot meet the VOC content limit est. by SCAQMD 113. What is the best option for
the team? - correct answer THe project can use the budget calculation method to
achieve compliance. All products must meet 100% of VOC content reqmt & VOC emissions for
complaince unless calc method is used.
Describe the relationship between energy and water - correct answer water is used
to create energy, and vice versa. energy is used to treat and deliver potable water, water is used to
produce electricity.
a flooring product is partially made from recycled plastics. how should the product be counted? - correct
answer count the portion of the product made from recycled content (by weight). a
$100 product that was 25% recycled by weight would contribute $25 in LEED calcs
LEED stands for - correct answer Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design
An example of a credit category in LEED is - correct answer Sustainable SItes
Location and Transportation
Innovation
Water Efficiency
Energy and Atmosphere
Materials and Resources
Indoor Enviro QUality
Regional Priority
, The electrical engineer wants to make sure the lighting will comply with Light Pollution Reduction.
Which standard is referenced in this credit: - correct answer IES/IDA Model Lighting
Ordinance User Guide (establishes lighting zone which determines the max. amount of light trespass and
skyglow that is allowable based on level of ambient night time illumination)
Define light pollution - correct answer waste light from building sites that produce
glare, is directed upward, or directed off site. Does not increase night time safety, utility, or security and
needlessly consumes energy
To achieve the credit for having a LEED AP, a LEED CI project team must - correct answer
have a mechanical engineer with LEED AP ID+C to qualify for the credit. must be a principal member of
the project team. Can participate in certification process without a LEE AP but it needs to be significant
Define life cycle assessment - correct answer an analysis of the environmental
aspects and potential impacts associated with a product (from cradle to grave)
What are two methods used to meet the requirements for the Light Pollution Reduction Credit - correct
answer calculation method
can be requested only by a LEED registered project team member
NOT: a favorable ruling results in an earned credit (will be accepted, but does not guarantee it will be
earned)
Surrounding density is determined by - correct answer gross floor area of
surrounding buildings
what use of potable water is considered when calculation Indoor Water Use Reduction - correct answer
showers
kitchen sinks
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