Certified Energy Auditor Certification FREE Certified Energy Auditor Certification MCQ Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of a blower door test in an energy audit?

Accepted Answer

To measure air infiltration rates in a building envelope

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To test the efficiency of HVAC blower motors

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To calibrate ventilation fan speeds

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To measure indoor humidity levels

Question 2

Which metric represents the total annual energy consumption of a building normalized by its floor area?

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Energy Use Intensity (EUI)

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Coefficient of Performance (COP)

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Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER)

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British Thermal Unit Rating (BTUR)

Question 3

During an energy audit, what does a thermal imaging camera primarily detect?

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Temperature differences on building surfaces

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Electrical current flow in wiring

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Carbon dioxide concentration levels

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Sound transmission through walls

Question 4

What is the recommended minimum R-value for attic insulation in US Climate Zone 5 according to IECC guidelines?

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R-49

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R-30

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R-13

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R-60

Question 5

Which of the following is an example of a no-cost or low-cost energy conservation measure an auditor might recommend?

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Adjusting thermostat setback schedules

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Replacing the entire HVAC system

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Installing a geothermal heat pump

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Adding a building automation system

Question 6

What does the term 'base load' refer to in a building's energy consumption profile?

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The minimum constant energy demand regardless of weather conditions

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The peak electrical demand during summer months

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The energy consumed only by lighting systems

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The total energy used during unoccupied hours