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Practice Questions
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Define passive design.
💡 Hint: Think about how it uses sunlight and wind.
What does the building envelope consist of?
💡 Hint: Consider the components that surround a building.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the primary goal of passive design?
💡 Hint: Think about how sunlight and air can contribute to energy savings.
True or False: Efficient building envelopes do not require high-quality materials.
💡 Hint: Consider the importance of preventing heat loss.
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Challenge Problems
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Design a floor plan for a building that maximizes passive design principles. Describe at least three elements included.
💡 Hint: Think about how the layout can influence energy use.
Analyze how an energy modeling software could impact the decision-making process in a renovation project.
💡 Hint: Consider data-driven decisions for improvement.
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