Air Conditioning Settings In Offices Considered To Be Sexist

Air Conditioning Settings In Offices Considered To Be Sexist

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The video discusses the issue of women feeling cold in office environments due to air conditioning settings based on outdated standards favoring men's preferences. Research indicates that women prefer a warmer temperature than men. Engineers suggest that the problem may lie in the mismatch of air conditioning unit sizes to room sizes. The video also highlights the impact of cold working conditions on productivity and suggests practical solutions like adjusting dress codes and air conditioning settings.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why do some women feel the need to wear extra layers in the office?

Because the office is too warm.

Because they prefer wearing jackets.

Because the air conditioning is set to men's preferences.

Because they are not allowed to adjust the thermostat.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the basis for the original office temperature settings?

A 30-year-old woman weighing 9 stones.

A 40-year-old man weighing 11 stones.

A 25-year-old woman weighing 10 stones.

A 50-year-old man weighing 12 stones.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to research, what is the optimal office temperature for women?

22 degrees Celsius

26 degrees Celsius

20 degrees Celsius

24.5 degrees Celsius

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one suggested solution to address the temperature complaints in offices?

Install more air conditioning units.

Require everyone to wear jackets.

Increase the air conditioning power.

Lower the air conditioning settings or relax dress codes.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a potential benefit of turning off the air conditioning in offices?

It improves air quality.

It makes the office quieter.

It saves energy.

It increases productivity.