AP BD+C Flashcards
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Under LEED BD+C, which strategy qualifies for the 'Green Vehicles' credit?
Answer: Reserving preferred parking spaces for zero-emission or low-emitting fuel-efficient vehicles
The Green Vehicles credit requires that a percentage of preferred parking spaces be designated for low-emitting and fuel-efficient vehicles, with or without EV charging.
Which LEED BD+C credit or prerequisite requires that buildings be protected from tobacco smoke contamination?
Answer: Environmental Tobacco Smoke Control Prerequisite
Environmental Tobacco Smoke Control is an IEQ prerequisite requiring prohibition of smoking inside buildings and near entries, operable windows, and air intakes.
What is the minimum number of LEED points required to achieve LEED Platinum certification under LEED v4 BD+C?
Answer: 80 points
LEED Platinum requires a minimum of 80 points out of 110 possible points under LEED v4 BD+C.
A project team is pursuing the Acoustic Performance credit in a LEED BD+C school project. Which factor is most directly measured for this credit?
Answer: Reverberation time and background noise levels in core learning spaces
The Acoustic Performance credit for schools evaluates reverberation time and maximum background noise levels (HVAC and ambient) in classrooms and core learning spaces.
Under LEED BD+C, what is a 'credit interpretation ruling' (CIR)?
Answer: A formal GBCI ruling that clarifies how a specific credit applies to an unusual project situation
A Credit Interpretation Ruling (CIR) is a formal request submitted to GBCI asking for guidance on how a credit applies to a project's unique circumstances.
The LEED BD+C Materials and Resources credit 'Building Life-Cycle Impact Reduction' primarily rewards which approach?
Answer: Adaptive reuse of existing building structures or interiors to reduce embodied carbon
Building Life-Cycle Impact Reduction rewards reuse of existing structures, shells, or interiors because preserving embodied energy in existing materials significantly reduces environmental impact.
Which statement correctly describes the relationship between LEED prerequisites and credits?
Answer: Prerequisites are mandatory with no points awarded; credits are optional and earn points
All LEED prerequisites must be met to achieve certification and earn zero points; credits are optional and each awarded point contributes toward the certification level.