According to the Integrative Process Credit, Integrative Process, the goal-setting workshop should identify
Correct Answer: B
According to the Integrative Process Credit, Integrative Process, the goal-setting workshop should identify targeted LEED credits. This is because the goal-setting workshop is a meeting that involves the project owner and key project team members to establish the project's sustainability goals, design objectives, and performance targets. One of the outcomes of the workshop is to identify the LEED credits that are relevant and achievable for the project, based on the project scope, budget, schedule, and site conditions. Therefore, option B is the correct answer. The other options are not the objectives of the goal-setting workshop. Potential project sites (option A) are usually determined before the goal-setting workshop, as they affect the project's feasibility and design. Expected water demand (option C) and expected energy demand (option D) are not identified in the goal-setting workshop, but rather in the preliminary water budget and the preliminary energy modeling, which are part of the analysis phase that follows the goal-setting workshop. For more information on the Integrative Process Credit, Integrative Process, you can refer to the LEED v4 Reference Guide for Building Design and Construction1 or the Projectific blog post on LEED Integrative Process Credit Explained2.
Question 32
Every location in the U.S. identifies how many regional credits?
Correct Answer: A
Every location in the U.S. identifies four regional credits that are of particular importance for that region. These credits are selected by the USGBC regional councils and chapters based on the environmental, social, and public health issues that are relevant for their areas. A project can earn up to four bonus points by achieving these regional credits.
Question 33
In the calculations for Water Efficiency Credit, Outdoor Water Use Reduction, food gardens
Correct Answer: C
Explanation Food gardens may be included or excluded from the calculations for Water Efficiency Credit, Outdoor Water Use Reduction, as per the project team's discretion. If included, food gardens must be calculated using 100% potable water. If excluded, food gardens must be irrigated with 100% captured rainwater, recycled graywater, or water treated and conveyed by a public agency specifically for nonpotable uses. References: Outdoor Water Use Reduction credit in LEED BD+C: New Construction v4.1 - LEED v4.11 LEED v4 BD+C WE Guide2
Question 34
Which group of chemicals emitted by some building materials is linked to asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and cancer?
Correct Answer: D
Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) (D) are chemicals often found in building materials, such as paints, adhesives, and finishes, and are associated with health risks, including asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and certain cancers. VOCs release harmful gases that contribute to indoor air pollution, and LEED encourages using low-VOC materials to protect occupant health. PVCs (B) and CFCs (C) are harmful to the environment but are not directly linked to these health conditions.
Question 35
For an emergency care facility project, which of the following credits can be achieved if the total cost of permanently installed products are 25% cradle-to-cradle V3 Gold and 25% GreenScreen List Translator?
Correct Answer: C
The Materials and Resources Credit, Building Product Disclosure and Optimization, Material Ingredients, Option 2. Material Ingredient Optimization & Innovation Credit, Innovation, Exemplary Performance can be achieved if the total cost of permanently installed products are 25% cradle-to-cradle V3 Gold and 25% GreenScreen List Translator.This is because these certifications indicate that the materials used in the project have been assessed for their environmental and health impacts, contributing to the achievement ofthese credits. : LEED AP Building Design + Construction (LEED AP BD+C) V4 resources1
