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WorksheetsUnderstanding Electricity Costs Quiz
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
A refrigerator uses 150 watts of power. How many kilowatt-hours does it consume if it runs for 24 hours?
3.6 kWh
1.8 kWh
2.4 kWh
0.36 kWh
If the cost of electricity is $0.12 per kWh, how much would it cost to run a 1000-watt microwave for 2 hours?
$0.24
$0.12
$0.20
$0.30
Which of the following appliances typically uses the most electricity in a household?
LED light bulb
Refrigerator
Ceiling fan
Electric oven
A washing machine uses 500 watts per hour. How many kilowatt-hours does it use if it runs for 3 hours?
1.5 kWh
0.5 kWh
3 kWh
2 kWh
If a household uses 900 kWh in a month, and the cost per kWh is $0.15, what is the total electricity cost for that month?
$135
$120
$150
$100
Which of the following is an example of an energy-efficient appliance?
Incandescent light bulb
Halogen heater
LED light bulb
CRT television
A 60-watt light bulb is used for 5 hours a day. How many kilowatt-hours does it consume in a month (30 days)?
9 kWh
10 kWh
8 kWh
7 kWh
If a dishwasher uses 1.5 kWh per cycle and is used 20 times a month, what is the total energy consumption for the month?
30 kWh
25 kWh
35 kWh
40 kWh
Which appliance would likely have the highest energy efficiency rating?
Old refrigerator
New Energy Star refrigerator
Electric water heater
Desktop computer
A television uses 200 watts. How many kilowatt-hours does it consume if it is on for 10 hours?
2 kWh
1 kWh
0.5 kWh
3 kWh
If the cost of electricity is $0.10 per kWh, how much would it cost to run a 1500-watt heater for 4 hours?
$0.60
$0.50
$0.40
$0.30
Which of the following actions can help reduce electricity costs?
Using incandescent bulbs
Running appliances during peak hours
Unplugging devices when not in use
Keeping the refrigerator door open
A laptop uses 50 watts per hour. How many kilowatt-hours does it use if it runs for 8 hours a day for a week?
2.8 kWh
3.2 kWh
2.4 kWh
3.6 kWh
If a household reduces its energy consumption by 100 kWh per month, how much money would it save in a year if the cost per kWh is $0.13?
$156
$130
$120
$140
Which of the following is a benefit of using energy-efficient appliances?
Higher electricity bills
Increased energy consumption
Reduced environmental impact
Shorter appliance lifespan
