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Which statements are true regarding EQ Credit 6.1 Controllability of Systems? (Choose 2)
A A minimum of 80% of individual lighting controls is required B Conference rooms do not require lighting systems designed for group needs C Day-lighting technologies and strategies can be integrated with this credit D Desk top lights are acceptable for task lighting E For new construction, task lights must be permanently wired |
C Day-lighting technologies and strategies can be integrated with this credit
D Desk top lights are acceptable for task lighting |
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To implement efficient landscape irrigation for WE Credits 1.1 and 1.2, what irrigation systems can be used? (Choose 3)
A Treated system B Micro-irrigation system C Mechanical water system D Cool water system E Recycled system |
A Treated system
B Micro-irrigation system E Recycled system |
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Which approach can be used to meet EQ Credit 7.1 Thermal Comfort?
A Both mechanical HVAC systems and natural ventilation B Natural ventilation C Mechanical HVAC system D Neither mechanical HVAC systems nor natural ventilation |
A Both mechanical HVAC systems and natural ventilation
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An exemplary performance point can be earned on credits SS Credits 4.1-4.4 Alternative Transportation for doing what?
A Providing no new parking on the project and using Low-E vehicles for all company cars B Instituting a transportation management plan that can reduce automobile use quantifiably C Locating within 1/4 mile of two different bus lines AND within 1/2 mile of a light rail station while providing preferred parking to employees with Low-E vehicles. D Developing within an urban district with a density of 120,000 sq. ft. / acre or more |
B Instituting a transportation management plan that can reduce automobile use quantifiably
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Which design decisions can earn a project innovative performance credit? (Choose 2)
A Having a 100% green roof system for each building that is part of the project B Providing 70% of a project's electricity using green power C Providing 15% on-site renewable energy D Creating a comprehensive transportation management plan that reduces personal automobile use E Using high volume fly ash in concrete as a partial replacement for cement F Green housekeeping program that uses cleaning chemicals approved by Green Seal |
E Using high volume fly ash in concrete as a partial replacement for cement
F Green housekeeping program that uses cleaning chemicals approved by Green Seal |
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An existing commercial office building is being renovated. The project scope includes a new core and shell and replacement of the HVAC equipment.
Which rating system(s) should be used for this project? A LEED-NC B LEED-CS and LEED EB C LEED-EB D LEED-NC and LEED CI E LEED-CI and LEED EB F LEED-CS |
F LEED-CS
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How can a project team calculate the materials costs for MR credits?
A Use the CBECS database to estimate the costs of the materials B Apply a 45% factor to total costs (including labor and equipment) C Apply a 45% factor to total costs (excluding labor and equipment) D Estimate the value of the materials |
B Apply a 45% factor to total costs (including labor and equipment)
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Which are valid entries for the construction submittal of MR Credit 2.1 & 2.2 Construction Waste Management? (Choose 2)
A 3 tons of hazardous construction debris B 150 tons of concrete C 10 tons of fill dirt D ABC Recycling, as the recycling location E 1.6 tons of steel and 6 cubic yards of wallboard |
B 150 tons of concrete
D ABC Recycling, as the recycling location |
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Which of the following entryway systems must be maintained at least weekly to achieve EQ Credit 5 Indoor Chemical & Pollutant Source Control?
A Slotted system B Grates C Roll-out mats D Grills |
C Roll-out mats
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A project team wants to qualify for SS Credit 2 Development Density & Community Connectivity. What are the requirements to meet Development Density? (Choose 2)
A Choose a site within 1/4 mile of two different metro bus lines B Construct or renovate a previously developed site C Choose a site in a community with a minimum density of 60,000 sq.ft. per acre net, in the correct density radius D Select a Brownfield site as qualified by state and local governments E Choose a site within 1/2 mile of 10 basic services |
B Construct or renovate a previously developed site
C Choose a site in a community with a minimum density of 60,000 sq.ft. per acre net, in the correct density radius |
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A company decides to develop a building that will provide an optimal working environment for employees. Among numerous green building strategies implemented on the project, the design team includes:
- Operable windows - Task/ambient lighting - Private offices with glass doors and walls adjacent to the building core - Open office areas near the perimeter wall - Photocell lighting controls What credits will these design strategies help this project achieve? (Choose 3) A EQ Credit 5 Indoor Chemical and Pollutant Source Control B EQ Credit 8.1 Daylight and Views C EA Credit 5 Measurement and Verification D EQ Credit 1 Outdoor Air Delivery Monitoring E EA Credit 1 Optimize Energy Performance F EQ Credit 6.1 Controllability of Systems |
B EQ Credit 8.1 Daylight and Views
E EA Credit 1 Optimize Energy Performance F EQ Credit 6.1 Controllability of Systems |
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What types of documentation qualify for SS Credit 3 Brownfield Redevelopment? Choose 2)
A US CFR Title 7, Volume 6, Parts 400-699 B EPA CERCLA Registration C ASTM Phase II Environmental D Local, State, or Federal Agency Approval E IESNA Certification |
C ASTM Phase II Environmental
D Local, State, or Federal Agency Approval |
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What is a density radius calculation used for?
A Define the project site area B Define properties included in the development density calculation C Define the total site building area D Determine project density E Define the area where basic services are located F Measure any bus/rail line locations relative to the entrance of a building |
B Define properties included in the development density calculation
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The controlled admission of natural light into a space through glazing with the intent to reduce electric lighting is referred to as:
A Glazing factor B Visible light transmittance C Footcandling D Daylighting |
D Daylighting
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The design team has elected to pursue design strategies that will meet the requirements of SS Credit 7.1 Heat Island Effect: Non-Roof. Which items should the LEED AP verify? (Choose 2)
A Run-off coefficients for the impervious paving materials that are selected B Emissivity of pervious surfaces C Albedo of the impervious paving materials selected D Area of shading from site trees |
C Albedo of the impervious paving materials selected
D Area of shading from site trees |
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All of the following are prerequisites within the LEED rating system except for:
A Environmental Tobacco Smoke Control B Increased Ventilation Effectiveness C Construction Activity Pollution Prevention D Minimum Energy Performance |
B Increased Ventilation Effectiveness
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Which salvaged materials contribute to achieving MR Credit 3.1 Materials Reuse? (Choose 3)
A Beams B Plumbing components C Cabinets D Decorative items E Electrical components |
A Beams
C Cabinets D Decorative items |
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What tasks need to be performed for fundamental commissioning? (Choose 3)
A Have the commissioning authority review the building operation within 10 months B Complete a summary commissioning report C Develop a commissioning plan D Develop a systems manual E Verify the installation and performance of commissioned systems |
B Complete a summary commissioning report
C Develop a commissioning plan E Verify the installation and performance of commissioned systems |
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A project designed for Arizona will include no irrigation for the landscaping. How many points would the project earn for this approach?
A 2 B 3 C 1 D 0 |
A 2
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A site is being selected for a company's new corporate headquarters. What site is the best choice if the project wants to qualify for SS Credit 1 Site Selection?
A 10 acres of land that is a currently a run down city park B Land that is the habitat for a rare species of animal C Previously undeveloped land with an elevation 3 feet above a FEMA defined 100 year flood D A previously developed site near similar projects E 10 acres currently owned by a farmer |
D A previously developed site near similar projects
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A site is being selected for a company's new corporate headquarters. What site is the best choice if the project wants to qualify for SS Credit 1 Site Selection?
A 10 acres of land that is a currently a run down city park B Land that is the habitat for a rare species of animal C Previously undeveloped land with an elevation 3 feet above a FEMA defined 100 year flood D A previously developed site near similar projects E 10 acres currently owned by a farmer |
D A previously developed site near similar projects
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Which task does not require a baseline analysis?
A Fundamental Building Commissioning B Optimize Energy Performance C Construction Activity Pollution Prevention D Water Use Reduction |
C Construction Activity Pollution Prevention
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Using storage tanks to achieve SS Credit 6.1 Stormwater Design: Quantity Control can help achieve which credit? (Choose 2)
A SS Prerequisite 1 Construction Activity Pollution Prevention B WE Credit 1.2 Water Efficient Landscaping: No Potable Water Use or No Irrigation C SS Credit 7.1 Heat Island Effect: Non-Roof D SS Credit 7.2 Heat Island Effect: Roof E SS Credit 6.2 Stormwater Design: Quality Control |
B WE Credit 1.2 Water Efficient Landscaping: No Potable Water Use or No Irrigation
E SS Credit 6.2 Stormwater Design: Quality Control |
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When increasing the ventilation of a building for mechanically ventilated spaces, what can be done to minimize additional energy consumption?
A Use heat recovery B Increase outdoor air intakes C Alter external driving pressures D Increase airflow paths |
A Use heat recovery
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What types of green energy qualify for EA Credit 6 Green Power? (Choose 2)
A Renewable energy Tradable Certificates B Energy reductions from the building baseline C Renewable power from a third party provider on contract D On-site renewable energy |
A Renewable energy Tradable Certificates
C Renewable power from a third party provider on contract |
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A 10,000 sq. ft. building is undergoing major renovation and expansion. The expansion will add an additional 15,000 sq. ft. to the existing building.
To achieve MR Credit 1.2 Building Reuse, what existing surface area information must be available to document compliance with this credit? (Choose 3) A Suspended ceilings, if present B Interior doors C Window assemblies D Structural floor and roof decking E Exterior skin and framing |
C Window assemblies
D Structural floor and roof decking E Exterior skin and framing |
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To maintain IAQ, the contractor shall NOT do which of the following during construction?
A Seal the return on HVAC ducts B Isolate work areas from clean areas C Perform a bake-out of all building controls D Use MERV 8 or better filters |
C Perform a bake-out of all building controls
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An office building has 100 full time (40 hrs/week) and 60 part time (20 hrs/week) employees. There are also 30 peak period visitors each day. How many secure bike racks does the project need to qualify for SS Credit 4.2 Bicycle Storage and Changing Rooms?
A 7 B 9 C 10 D 6 E 8 |
E 8
100 full time employees * 8 hrs/day = 800 total person-hours/day = 100 FTEs 60 part time employees * 4 hrs/day = 240 total person-hours/day = 30 FTEs Total FTEs = 130 Peak Building Users = 130 + 30 = 160 160 * 0.05 = 8 |
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What records must be submitted for SS Credit 6.1 Storm Water Design? (Choose 2)
A Structural drawings of storm water recycling systems B Pre and post development run off rates and quantities C A narrative describing project conditions, measures taken, and controls installed D Civil drawings for the slope of site E Photos of storm water velocity controls |
B Pre and post development run off rates and quantities
C A narrative describing project conditions, measures taken, and controls installed |
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There are several Best Management Practices (BMPs) that give advice for SS Credit 6.2 Storm Water Design. What should the BMPs include to ensure they truly treat runoff to an 80% average annual post development of total suspended solids? (Choose 2)
A A design that follows state or local programs B Verification by the civil engineer that a stream channel protection strategy is in place C Monitoring data that show compliance D Proven compliance with the EPA Clean Water Act |
A A design that follows state or local programs
C Monitoring data that show compliance |
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What are some of the strategies to reduce parking requirements for SS Credit 4.4 Alternative Transportation: Parking Capacity? (Choose 3)
A Create incentive programs for carpooling B Set parking fees at levels to encourage carpooling C Provide highly reduced parking compared to community needs D Create a ride share board E Create parking further from the building entrance F Encourage street parking |
A Create incentive programs for carpooling
B Set parking fees at levels to encourage carpooling D Create a ride share board |
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Project teams using natural ventilation can use what means to demonstrate credit compliance for EQ Credit 2 Increased Ventilation? (Choose 2)
A CIBSE AM10 B ASHRAE Standard 62.1-2004 Ventilation Rate Procedure C Documentation using a macroscopic, multi-zone, analytic model that predicts room-by-room outdoor air flow rates D Carbon Trust Building Assessment |
A CIBSE AM10
C Documentation using a macroscopic, multi-zone, analytic model that predicts room-by-room outdoor air flow rates |
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A 15,000 sq. ft. office building is trying to achieve 4 points for EA Credit 1 Optimize Energy Performance without using a building energy model. What is the first task the project team must address?
A Calculate the performance rating B Identify the climate zone C Identify the prescriptive requirements for the project D Determine the baseline system sizing |
B Identify the climate zone
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EQ Credits 8.1 & 8.2, Daylight and Views require a minimum Glazing Factor of _______ over ______ of occupied space and a direct line of sight to vision glazing from _______ of the occupied space.
A 1%, 75%, 90% B 1%, 50%, 90% C 2%, 75%, 90% D 2%, 90%, 90% E 2%, 50%, 90% |
C 2%, 75%, 90%
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Which techniques meet the requirements for SS Prerequisite 1 Construction Activity Pollution Prevention? (Choose 3)
A Apply temporary seeding B Use a smaller building footprint C Have a a sediment basin D Cover a minimum of 50% of the site area with native vegetation E Install silt fences F Treat stormwater runoff from 90% of the average annual rainfall using BMPs |
A Apply temporary seeding
C Have a a sediment basin E Install silt fences |
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During the final review of a project one of the credits has been denied and the project no longer qualifies for LEED certification. What can the project team do to still earn the certification?
A Certify a second LEED AP to earn an additional ID credit B Submit a CIR to resolve the issue with the credit C Submit an alternate credit D Appeal the credit that was denied |
D Appeal the credit that was denied
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EA Prerequisite 2 Minimum Energy Performance requires compliance with what standard/code?
A ASHRAE 90.1 only B Local codes only C ASHRAE 90.1 or local codes if equivalent or more stringent D IMPV |
C ASHRAE 90.1 or local codes if equivalent or more stringent
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Purchased power must meet which certification's standards to qualify as renewable sources of energy for LEED projects?
A Green-e B Green Score C Green Label D Green Label Plus E Green Seal |
A Green-e
To qualify for EA Credit 6 Green Power, 35% of a building's electricity must come from renewable resources that meet the Green-e certification requirements as defined by the Center for Resource Solutions. |
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When performing a flush-out to meet EQ Credit 3.2 Construction IAQ Management Plan, what quantity of outside air must be introduced to the project space per sq. ft. of floor area?
A 16,000 cu. ft. B 14,000 cu. ft. C 12,000 cu. ft. D 20,000 cu. ft. E 18,000 cu. ft. F 10,000 cu. ft. |
B 14,000 cu. ft.
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During fundamental commissioning for Energy and Atmosphere Prerequisite 1, who is in charge of developing the Basis of Design?
A Commissioning Authority B Owner and Commissioning Authority C Project Team D Owner E Design Team |
E Design Team
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The cost of the new building materials for a renovation project will be $1,000,000. What could the design team purchase for the project to earn MR Credit 6 Rapidly Renewable Materials? (Choose 2)
A $12,500 of bamboo flooring B $25,000 of pine flooring C $30,000 of bamboo flooring D $20,000 of wool carpeting and $15,000 of bamboo flooring E $10,000 of wool carpeting F $20,000 of bamboo flooring and $20,000 of pine flooring |
C $30,000 of bamboo flooring
D $20,000 of wool carpeting and $15,000 of bamboo flooring To earn MR Credit 6, rapidly renewable materials must make up 2.5% of the total value of all building materials used, based on cost. The renovation materials will cost $1,000,000, so $25,000 of the project must consist of rapidly renewable materials. |
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What referenced standard must a project follow for LEED certification? (Given that the standard is more stringent than local codes.) (Choose 2)
A ANSI/ASTM-E77903 for office buildings of 20,000 sq. ft. or less B 2003 EPA Construction General Permit C Commissioning Authority Reference Guide D ASHRAE 62.1-2004 E ISO 14021 - 1999 |
B 2003 EPA Construction General Permit
D ASHRAE 62.1-2004 |
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What different ways can a project qualify for SS Credit 4.3 Low-Emission & Fuel-Efficient Vehicles? (Choose 3)
A Low-emitting and fuel-efficient vehicles for 5% of FTEs B Preferred parking for 3% of total parking for low-emitting and fuel-efficient vehicles C Preferred parking for low-emitting and fuel-efficient vehicles for 5% of total parking D Low-emitting and fuel-efficient vehicles for 3% FTE occupants plus preferred parking for those vehicles E Alternative fuel refueling station for 3% of total vehicle capacity |
C Preferred parking for low-emitting and fuel-efficient vehicles for 5% of total parking
D Low-emitting and fuel-efficient vehicles for 3% FTE occupants plus preferred parking for those vehicles E Alternative fuel refueling station for 3% of total vehicle capacity |
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An office park under construction in a suburban area needs to earn SS Credit 7.1 Heat Island Effect. The project area has 4 acres of hardscape. What project options will help qualify for this credit? (Choose 3)
A All paving materials have an SRI minimum of 29 B Shade 1 acre of hardscape in 5 years C Install 1 acre of open grid pavement D Install 2 acres of open grid pavement E Place a minimum of 75% of the parking under cover F Shade 2 acres of hardscape in 5 years |
A All paving materials have an SRI minimum of 29
D Install 2 acres of open grid pavement F Shade 2 acres of hardscape in 5 years The project area is 4 acres, so you can choose to: Shade 50% of the hardscape (2 acres) OR Cover paving materials with a SRI minimum of 29 OR Use a 50% Open Grid Pavement System (2 acres) You can also use any combination of the three choices to achieve 50% coverage. The under cover parking does not qualify UNLESS the roof has an SRI of at least 29, which was not given as part of the answer choice. |
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A large brick warehouse in a downtown area is being renovated. What percent of its existing walls, floors, and roof must be maintained to achieve MR Credit 1.1 Building Reuse?
A 40% B 75% C 60% D 50% E 25% |
B 75%
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