LEED AP BD+C 5

Question 1

Under LEED BD+C, which strategy qualifies for the 'Green Vehicles' credit?

Accepted Answer

Reserving preferred parking spaces for zero-emission or low-emitting fuel-efficient vehicles

Answer

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.

Question 2

Which LEED BD+C credit or prerequisite requires that buildings be protected from tobacco smoke contamination?

Accepted Answer

Environmental Tobacco Smoke Control Prerequisite

Answer

Environmental Tobacco Smoke Control is an IEQ prerequisite requiring prohibition of smoking inside buildings and near entries, operable windows, and air intakes.

Question 3

What is the minimum number of LEED points required to achieve LEED Platinum certification under LEED v4 BD+C?

Accepted Answer

80 points

Answer

LEED Platinum requires a minimum of 80 points out of 110 possible points under LEED v4 BD+C.

Question 4

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?

Accepted Answer

Reverberation time and background noise levels in core learning spaces

Answer

The Acoustic Performance credit for schools evaluates reverberation time and maximum background noise levels (HVAC and ambient) in classrooms and core learning spaces.

Question 5

Under LEED BD+C, what is a 'credit interpretation ruling' (CIR)?

Accepted Answer

A formal GBCI ruling that clarifies how a specific credit applies to an unusual project situation

Answer

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.

LEED - Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Certification Practice Test

LEED - Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Certification Practice Test

LEED AP BD+C 5