15.3 - Life-Cycle Assessment (LCA) Tools
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Practice Questions
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What does LCA stand for?
💡 Hint: Look for the acronym used in sustainability discussions.
Name one LCA tool used in civil engineering.
💡 Hint: Think about tools that evaluate materials.
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What is the main purpose of Life-Cycle Assessment (LCA) tools?
💡 Hint: Think about the implications of a product from start to finish.
True or False: LCA tools focus only on the initial costs of materials.
💡 Hint: Consider what LCA evaluates beyond price.
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Evaluate a scenario in which a city is planning a new park. Discuss how LCA tools can help decide which materials to use.
💡 Hint: Focus on thinking about all project phases, not just construction.
Assume a project manager selects a low-cost material based solely on first costs. Analyze the potential future implications this may have based on LCA tools.
💡 Hint: Consider the long-term relationship between cheap materials and sustainability.
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