Certified Energy Auditor Certification FREE Certified Energy Auditor Certification MCQ Questions and Answers 3

Question 1

What is the payback period formula used by energy auditors to evaluate retrofit recommendations?

Accepted Answer

Initial investment cost divided by annual energy savings

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Annual energy savings divided by initial investment cost

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Total lifecycle cost divided by equipment lifespan

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Net present value divided by discount rate

Question 2

Which combustion analysis measurement indicates incomplete burning of fuel in a furnace or boiler?

Accepted Answer

Elevated carbon monoxide (CO) levels in flue gas

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High stack temperature only

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Low oxygen levels in the supply air

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Increased nitrogen content in exhaust

Question 3

In a Level II ASHRAE energy audit, what distinguishes it from a Level I audit?

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It includes detailed energy calculations and financial analysis of proposed measures

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It only involves a walkthrough with no quantitative analysis

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It requires full building simulation modeling

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It focuses exclusively on renewable energy options

Question 4

What is the function of an economizer on a commercial HVAC system?

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To use outdoor air for free cooling when conditions permit

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To recover heat from exhaust air streams

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To dehumidify supply air before distribution

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To boost compressor efficiency during peak loads

Question 5

Which factor has the greatest impact on a window's overall thermal performance?

Accepted Answer

The U-factor of the entire window assembly

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The visible light transmittance rating

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The frame material color

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The number of locking points on the sash

Question 6

What is demand response in the context of building energy management?

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Temporarily reducing electricity consumption during peak grid demand periods

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Increasing energy supply from on-site generators

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Storing excess solar energy in batteries for nighttime use

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Scheduling maintenance during off-peak hours