Chapter 13 KSU SCI 1102- Questions and
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Which of the following follows the philosophy of "building up, not out"? Smart growth
which of the following is true regarding zoning laws the usually encourage sprawl
What is the goal of "new urbanism"? to create functional neighborhoods in which most of
a family's needs can be met close to home without the use of a car
Which of the following approaches help congested cities best deal with the problems related to
transportation? provide access to rail and bus transportation in the inner city or other high-
density areas
what is a light rail system a smaller rail system powered by electricity
Which of the following consume the bulk of the electricity used in the United States?
Buildings
Junie is excited to go running on the city's newest running and bike trail. The brand new 3-mile
trail runs right through the city and was built without tearing down any buildings at all. What is
the most likely explanation of how the city planners accomplish the building of such a trail in a
heavily developed urban area? the trail was formerly a railroad line
, Current Events: The Passive House in New York (New York Times, 3/27/2015)
In a passive home, the bulk of energy savings comes from using less energy for which of the
following? heating and cooling
Current Events: The Passive House in New York (New York Times, 3/27/2015)
Which of the following is true? passive homes tend to be quieter than traditional homes
Current Events: The Passive House in New York (New York Times, 3/27/2015)
You wish to purchase a passive home in New York City. What can you expect? you will
pay slightly more than you would for a traditional home
Current Events: The Passive House in New York (New York Times, 3/27/2015)
it is anticipated that increasing interest in passive homes will help New York City meet its goals
regarding which of the following? greenhouse gas emissions
Current Events: The Passive House in New York (New York Times, 3/27/2015)
You wish to own a home that is self-sustaining for energy, meaning it produces all of the energy
it uses. what type of house is this? net zero energy
Current Events: Green-Energy Inspiration Off the Coast of Denmark (New York Times,
1/17/2015)
You are an environmental engineer focused on the most difficult type of energy consumption to
convert to renewable. What are you working on? transportation
Answers| Latest Update
Which of the following follows the philosophy of "building up, not out"? Smart growth
which of the following is true regarding zoning laws the usually encourage sprawl
What is the goal of "new urbanism"? to create functional neighborhoods in which most of
a family's needs can be met close to home without the use of a car
Which of the following approaches help congested cities best deal with the problems related to
transportation? provide access to rail and bus transportation in the inner city or other high-
density areas
what is a light rail system a smaller rail system powered by electricity
Which of the following consume the bulk of the electricity used in the United States?
Buildings
Junie is excited to go running on the city's newest running and bike trail. The brand new 3-mile
trail runs right through the city and was built without tearing down any buildings at all. What is
the most likely explanation of how the city planners accomplish the building of such a trail in a
heavily developed urban area? the trail was formerly a railroad line
, Current Events: The Passive House in New York (New York Times, 3/27/2015)
In a passive home, the bulk of energy savings comes from using less energy for which of the
following? heating and cooling
Current Events: The Passive House in New York (New York Times, 3/27/2015)
Which of the following is true? passive homes tend to be quieter than traditional homes
Current Events: The Passive House in New York (New York Times, 3/27/2015)
You wish to purchase a passive home in New York City. What can you expect? you will
pay slightly more than you would for a traditional home
Current Events: The Passive House in New York (New York Times, 3/27/2015)
it is anticipated that increasing interest in passive homes will help New York City meet its goals
regarding which of the following? greenhouse gas emissions
Current Events: The Passive House in New York (New York Times, 3/27/2015)
You wish to own a home that is self-sustaining for energy, meaning it produces all of the energy
it uses. what type of house is this? net zero energy
Current Events: Green-Energy Inspiration Off the Coast of Denmark (New York Times,
1/17/2015)
You are an environmental engineer focused on the most difficult type of energy consumption to
convert to renewable. What are you working on? transportation
