The PV Array Quiz

What is the most expensive mounting technique for a PV array?

• stand off

• Pole mount with dual axis tracking

• Ground Mount

• flat roof mounting

Which mounting system provides easy access for cleaning and snow removal?

• flat roof mounting

• stand off mounting

• pole mounting

• ground mounting

Which mounting system allows for the PV array to maximize output by following the position of the sun throughout the day?

• Dual/single axis tracking

• Flat roof mounting

• Pole mounting

• ground mounting

Which of the following mounting systems leaves a PV array susceptible to damage from livestock, rocks thrown or vandalism?

• flat roof mounting

• pole mounting

• ground mounting

• flush roof mounting

Which mounting system allows the PV array to be installed without making roof penetrations?

• flush roof mounting

• flat roof mounting

• stand off mounting

• ground mounting

Which of the following mounting systems allow of the PV modules to be cooled passively?

• stand off mounting

• flat roof mounting

• flush roof mounting

• pole mounting

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Which of the following mounting systems utilizes ballasts to weigh down the PV array?

• Flush roof mounting

• flat roof mounting

• pole mounting

• underground mounting

Which of the following mounting systems is the lowest cost to install?

• flush roof mounting

• stand off mounting

• ground mounting

• pole mounted

What are the most ideal conditions for solar modules production?

• maximum sun, humid weather

• minimum sun, cold weather

• partly cloudy, cold weather

• partly cloudy, humid weather

What is an example of aesthetic considerations a homeowner would think about in solar pv installations?

• Conduit runs and Balance of System

• historical guidelines, local jurisdiction

• curb appeal

• all of the above