Residential Renewable Energy Systems Quiz

What is the primary benefit of making a home energy-efficient before installing a renewable energy system?

• It increases the home's market value.

• It saves money on electricity bills.

• It makes the home look more modern.

• It reduces the need for home maintenance.

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What do solar water heaters use to heat water for the home?

• Natural gas

• Electricity

• Sunlight

• Wind energy

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What is a key feature of geothermal heat pumps that makes them more efficient than air source heat pumps (ASHPs)?

• They use solar energy.

• They use consistent ground temperatures.

• They are cheaper to install.

• They require less maintenance.

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What is the temperature range of the upper 10 feet of the ground across most of the United States?

• 32°F to 50°F

• 45°F to 75°F

• 50°F to 100°F

• 60°F to 120°F

How long does it typically take to recoup the additional costs of installing a geothermal heat pump compared to an ASHP system?

• 5 to 7 years

• 8 to 10 years

• 10 to 15 years

• 15 to 20 years

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What is the basic building block of a PV system?

• Solar panel

• Solar cell

• Wind turbine

• Generator

What is the typical power rating range for residential wind energy systems?

• 10 to 50 kilowatts

• 5 to 20 kilowatts

• 1 to 10 kilowatts

• 50 to 100 kilowatts

What is the average cost to install small wind energy systems per 120 kilowatts?

• $10

• $50

• $5

• $100

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What is the estimated cost for a 7,000 watt (7 kilowatt) solar PV system?

• $10,000

• $21,000

• $15,000

• $30,000

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What is the purpose of net metering in renewable energy systems?

• To measure the efficiency of solar panels

• To record the amount of energy produced by wind turbines

• To allow homeowners to sell excess energy back to the grid

• To calculate the cost of installing renewable energy systems

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