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Total questions: 107

Worksheet time: 54mins

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1.

According to the infographic titled The Three Pillars of Sustainable Procurement, sustainable procurement integrates three key dimensions: best value for money, environmental aspects, and social aspects.

a)

True

b)

False

2.

In Best Value for Money, which factor is explicitly included beyond price?

a)

Quality and performance

b)

Celebrity endorsements

c)

Brand prestige alone

d)

Tax incentives only

3.

Which specific cost is listed under Best Value for Money?

a)

Running and maintenance costs

b)

Advertising costs

c)

Import tariffs

d)

Executive salaries

4.

What claim does the infographic make about a product with a higher purchase price?

a)

It may be cheaper over its lifetime.

b)

It is always more expensive overall.

c)

It cannot offer environmental benefits.

d)

It must have lower quality.

5.

Environmental Aspects focus on reducing environmental impacts across what scope?

a)

Across the entire life cycle

b)

Only at the point of sale

c)

Only during distribution

d)

Only during recycling

6.

Which stage is named under Environmental Aspects?

a)

Raw material extraction

b)

Employee performance reviews

c)

Retail merchandising

d)

Shareholder reporting

7.

Which end-of-life consideration is listed under Environmental Aspects?

a)

End-of-life disposal or recycling

b)

Warranty extension services

c)

After-sale promotions

d)

Loyalty program enrollment

8.

According to the Environmental Aspects section, the aim is to reduce which of the following?

a)

Emissions, waste, pollution, and resource depletion

b)

Production lead times and paperwork

c)

Retail prices and marketing costs

d)

Supplier contract length

9.

Social Aspects address how procurement affects people and communities. Which example is explicitly listed?

a)

Support for local communities and suppliers

b)

Celebrity partnerships

c)

Share price growth

d)

Luxury branding

10.

Which item under Social Aspects relates directly to worker protections?

a)

Fair and legal labor conditions

b)

Executive compensation packages

c)

Customer loyalty incentives

d)

Product bundling strategies

11.

Which principle is named in the Social Aspects section?

a)

Respect for human rights

b)

Maximizing shareholder dividends

c)

Exclusive brand positioning

d)

Zero advertising policy

12.

What sourcing practice is highlighted under Social Aspects?

a)

Use of fair-trade and ethically sourced products

b)

Aggressive price undercutting regardless of origin

c)

Single-sourcing based solely on lowest bid

d)

Ignoring supplier audits to cut costs

13.

Which broader outcomes are identified in the Social Aspects section?

a)

Contribution to poverty reduction and social equity

b)

Higher advertising reach and market share

c)

Faster product launches and trends

d)

Greater warehouse space utilization

14.

According to the infographic, procurement becomes a tool for what?

a)

Social responsibility

b)

Speculative investment

c)

Price deregulation

d)

Brand exclusivity

15.

According to the infographic titled What Is Green Public Procurement (GPP)?, GPP is described as a specific component of sustainable procurement with which primary focus?

a)

Operational efficiency

b)

Strong environmental focus

c)

Cost minimization only

d)

Supplier relationship management

16.

As defined in the infographic, the European Commission describes Green Public Procurement (GPP) as a process whereby public authorities procure goods, services, and works with what distinguishing characteristic?

a)

Guaranteed lowest price at purchase

b)

Reduced environmental impact throughout their life cycle

c)

Shortest delivery time

d)

Highest social benefit regardless of cost

17.

In the infographic’s Key Difference section, which statement correctly identifies Sustainable Procurement?

a)

Primarily environmental focus

b)

Economic and social focus only

c)

Economic, environmental, and social focus

d)

Only economic focus

18.

In the Key Difference bullets of the infographic, which option correctly identifies Green Public Procurement (GPP)?

a)

Primarily environmental focus

b)

Primarily economic focus

c)

Primarily social focus

d)

Balanced economic, environmental, and social focus

19.

According to the European Commission definition shown in the infographic, the reduced environmental impact of purchases is assessed relative to what?

a)

The organization’s previous year purchases

b)

Alternatives serving the same function

c)

Industry averages across all sectors

d)

International trade standards

20.

Per the infographic’s definition, which set best lists what public authorities procure under GPP?

a)

Goods only

b)

Goods and services only

c)

Goods, services, and works

d)

Works only

21.

According to the slide, how do many companies now treat sustainability, as noted by the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)?

a)

As a key strategic objective

b)

As a minor public-relations topic

c)

As only an environmental issue

d)

As a short-term marketing trend

22.

Which reason on the slide explicitly links reducing costs and waste to an outcome?

a)

Higher efficiency

b)

Lower efficiency

c)

Brand dilution

d)

Reduced need for any compliance

23.

Which item is NOT listed on the slide as a reason companies pursue sustainability?

a)

Reduce costs and waste

b)

Attract new customers

c)

Increase short-term pollution

d)

Ensure long-term business survival

24.

Which reason on the slide specifically mentions building public trust?

a)

Protect brand reputation

b)

Reduce costs and waste

c)

Ensure long-term business survival

d)

Attract new customers

25.

According to the slide, companies pursue sustainability to comply with regulations and what related benefit?

a)

Benefit from new policy opportunities

b)

Avoid all laws entirely

c)

Delay compliance indefinitely

d)

Ignore industry standards

26.

Select all reasons the slide lists for why companies pursue sustainability.

a)

Attract new customers

b)

Comply with regulations

c)

Increase operational waste

d)

Ensure long-term business survival

27.

According to the slide titled Sustainable Procurement Policy, which company is provided as the example?

a)

Willmott Dixon Holdings Ltd

b)

GreenBuild UK PLC

c)

Northshore Engineering Group

d)

Cityline Property Partners

28.

According to the slide, what type of business is Willmott Dixon Holdings Ltd?

a)

A large UK construction and property company

b)

A multinational retail and logistics company

c)

A government transport authority

d)

A renewable energy equipment manufacturer

29.

The slide states that because construction uses many natural resources, procurement choices strongly affect which of the following? Select all that apply.

a)

People

b)

Communities

c)

The environment

d)

Financial markets

30.

The slide asks What is their Sustainable Procurement Policy? Based on the explanation provided, what does the policy do?

a)

It explains how the company and its suppliers choose goods, works, and services

b)

It sets building height limits for urban projects

c)

It outlines tax incentives for foreign suppliers

d)

It specifies staff training hours for site workers

31.

According to the slide, which outcomes are aims of how the company and its suppliers choose goods, works, and services? Select all that apply.

a)

Get value for money

b)

Use fewer natural resources

c)

Reduce environmental damage

d)

Create healthier buildings and communities

e)

Increase project duration

32.

The slide states their policy follows which standard for best procurement practice?

a)

BS 8903

b)

ISO 14001

c)

BS 8001

d)

EN 1090

33.

According to the Sustainable Procurement Guide — Thales Group Supplier Checklist, which action is listed under Energy & Emissions?

a)

Reduce energy use

b)

Increase standby power consumption

c)

Ignore greenhouse gas reporting

d)

Expand fossil fuel dependence

34.

Under Energy & Emissions in the Sustainable Procurement Guide, which environmental metric are suppliers instructed to cut?

a)

CO2CO_2 emissions

b)

Ozone concentration

c)

Ambient humidity

d)

Soil salinity

35.

Which Water practice is included in the Sustainable Procurement Guide — Thales Group Supplier Checklist?

a)

Good water management

b)

Increase process water discharge

c)

Rely solely on bottled water

d)

Eliminate all cooling water systems

36.

In the Waste section of the Sustainable Procurement Guide, which recommendation is given to suppliers?

a)

Use recyclable packaging

b)

Rely on single-use plastics for durability

c)

Send all scrap to landfill

d)

Delay waste segregation until year-end

37.

What cost perspective are suppliers asked to consider in the Waste section of the Sustainable Procurement Guide?

a)

Life-cycle costs

b)

Purchase price only

c)

Disposal fees only

d)

Labor cost only

38.

Which practice is specified under Resource Stewardship in the Sustainable Procurement Guide — Thales Group Supplier Checklist?

a)

Buy certified timber (FSC/PEFC)

b)

Prefer uncertified hardwoods for flexibility

c)

Avoid documentation for material sourcing

d)

Use only virgin materials

39.

According to the Economic Sustainability section, which action is expected from suppliers?

a)

Pay fair and on time

b)

Delay payments to improve cash flow

c)

Set wages below local standards

d)

Outsource payments to avoid accountability

40.

Which priority from the Economic Sustainability section focuses on community impact?

a)

Support local economies

b)

Centralize all purchasing overseas

c)

Eliminate local hiring

d)

Limit supplier diversity

41.

What requirement is highlighted under Trade Compliance in the Sustainable Procurement Guide — Thales Group Supplier Checklist?

a)

Follow export laws

b)

Ignore customs documentation for speed

c)

Use informal channels to avoid duties

d)

Prioritize sales over regulatory compliance

42.

Which goal is named under Biodiversity in the Sustainable Procurement Guide?

a)

Protect ecosystems

b)

Replace native species with monocultures

c)

Focus only on urban development

d)

Disregard habitat conservation

43.

According to the infographic titled "ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management Systems," which earlier standard was replaced by ISO 14001:2015?

a)

ISO 14001:2004

b)

ISO 9001:2008

c)

ISO 26000:2010

d)

BS 8903:2010

44.

In the "ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management Systems" panel, what does the infographic state about certification?

a)

Certification is NOT mandatory.

b)

Certification is mandatory for all organizations.

c)

Certification is required only for manufacturers.

d)

Certification is mandated by national law in most countries.

45.

Which item is listed under "Key Improvements" for ISO 14001:2015 in the infographic?

a)

Life-cycle thinking (development to disposal)

b)

Mandatory third-party audits every quarter

c)

Outsourcing of procurement functions

d)

Product price control requirements

46.

Which benefit is shown under "Benefits of ISO 14001" in the infographic?

a)

Achieve efficiencies and reduce costs

b)

Guarantee zero emissions

c)

Eliminate the need for leadership involvement

d)

Increase product prices to cover compliance

47.

According to the right-hand panel titled "BS ISO 20400:2017 Sustainable Procurement," which earlier standard did it replace?

a)

BS 8903:2010

b)

ISO 14001:2004

c)

ISO 9001:2015

d)

SA 8000:2014

48.

In the "Policy & Strategy" section of BS ISO 20400:2017 on the infographic, which element is explicitly listed?

a)

Commitment

b)

Price fixing

c)

Outsourcing approvals

d)

Export licensing

49.

Within the "Applying Sustainability in Procurement" section (BS ISO 20400:2017) shown on the infographic, which activity is included?

a)

Supplier selection

b)

Tax auditing

c)

Product advertising

d)

Patent filing

50.

Business for Social Responsibility (BSR) published an important paper in 2018 explaining that sustainable procurement is evolving. According to this statement, what is identified as evolving?

a)

Sustainable procurement

b)

Corporate philanthropy

c)

Product pricing strategies

d)

Digital marketing

51.

The slide lists an old approach (past 20 years) to sustainable procurement that includes codes of conduct, supplier audits, and compliance checks. Which of the following belongs to this old approach?

a)

Codes of conduct

b)

Strategic engagement with suppliers

c)

Transparency across the whole supply chain

d)

Innovation and long-term value creation

52.

The slide contrasts an old approach with a new approach (today) in sustainable procurement. Which item is listed as part of the new approach?

a)

Strategic engagement with suppliers

b)

Supplier audits

c)

Compliance checks

d)

Codes of conduct

53.

According to the slide’s key idea, procurement is no longer just about control. What is it about?

a)

Partnership and impact

b)

Cost cutting and speed

c)

Regulation and oversight

d)

Contracts and penalties

54.

Based on the slide titled Real Sustainability Achievements in Public Procurement, which location made sustainability criteria mandatory in major public contracts?

a)

Barcelona

b)

Stockholm

c)

Luxembourg

d)

Germany (Interior Ministry)

55.

According to the example from Stockholm on the slide Real Sustainability Achievements in Public Procurement, what was the emissions outcome of the joint purchase of electric vehicles compared to petrol vehicles?

a)

95% reduction

b)

50% reduction

c)

No measurable change

d)

20% increase

56.

From the Stockholm example shown on the slide Real Sustainability Achievements in Public Procurement, how much CO2 was saved by the joint purchase of electric vehicles?

a)

34 tonnes

b)

29,000 tonnes

c)

3,500 tonnes

d)

58.7 tonnes

57.

Which initiative on the slide Real Sustainability Achievements in Public Procurement supports 3,500 procurement professionals with tools and best practices?

a)

PIANOo (Netherlands)

b)

Barcelona

c)

Germany (Interior Ministry)

d)

Luxembourg

58.

According to the Germany (Interior Ministry) example on the slide Real Sustainability Achievements in Public Procurement, what amount of electricity was saved by energy-efficient IT systems?

a)

58.7 million kWh

b)

3,500 kWh

c)

34 million kWh

d)

95 million kWh

59.

As shown in the Germany (Interior Ministry) example on the slide Real Sustainability Achievements in Public Procurement, how much CO2 was reduced by energy-efficient IT systems?

a)

29,000 tonnes

b)

34 tonnes

c)

58.7 tonnes

d)

9,500 tonnes

60.

What change to cleaning contracts is highlighted for Luxembourg on the slide Real Sustainability Achievements in Public Procurement?

a)

Banned harmful chemicals

b)

Switched to petrol vehicles

c)

Mandated a 95% emissions reduction in all fleets

d)

Created a program supporting 3,500 professionals

61.

The slide’s title Real Sustainability Achievements in Public Procurement indicates the examples concern which domain?

a)

Public procurement

b)

Private investment

c)

Residential recycling

d)

Agricultural subsidies

62.

Based on the infographic titled “It applies to two markets,” which market is described as involving hotels as borrowers?

a)

Consumer Market

b)

Producer Market

c)

Capital Market

d)

Secondary Market

63.

According to the Consumer Market example in the infographic, which item is specifically mentioned as a use for green loans?

a)

Energy-efficient retrofits

b)

Coal power plant expansion

c)

Single-use plastic production

d)

Advertising campaigns for hotels

64.

Which goal is listed under the Consumer Market section of the infographic?

a)

Reduce emissions

b)

Increase water consumption

c)

Raise operating costs

d)

Eliminate all taxes

65.

In the Producer Market section, what do financial institutions aim to do according to the infographic?

a)

Favor sustainable projects

b)

Encourage environmentally harmful activities

c)

Prohibit renewable energy installations

d)

Eliminate all lending to hotels

66.

What is one action banks may take in the Producer Market, as shown in the infographic?

a)

Offer special green loans

b)

Ban hotels from installing efficient systems

c)

Fund only fossil-fuel-based projects

d)

Replace all taxes with subsidies

67.

According to the infographic, which measures have many industrialized countries introduced? (Select all that apply.)

a)

Incentives for sustainable construction

b)

Eco-taxes and carbon taxes to discourage fossil fuel use

c)

Subsidies to increase fossil fuel consumption

d)

Requirements to finance environmentally harmful activities

68.

Based on the slide text: "Sustainability or green investments are financial investments made in companies or projects that reduce environmental damage, improve resource efficiency, support renewable energy, and show strong environmental responsibility." Which option best describes what sustainability or green investments are?

a)

Financial investments that fund initiatives with environmental benefits and responsibility

b)

Charitable donations to any nonprofit organizations

c)

New consumer products marketed as eco-friendly regardless of impact

d)

Government taxes collected for environmental programs

69.

According to the slide, which of the following goals are explicitly listed for sustainability or green investments? Select all that apply from the quoted list: "Reduce environmental damage; Improve resource efficiency; Support renewable energy; Show strong environmental responsibility."

a)

Reduce environmental damage

b)

Improve resource efficiency

c)

Support renewable energy

d)

Show strong environmental responsibility

e)

Maximize short-term profits regardless of environmental impact

70.

The slide states: "These investments can include: Stocks; Investment funds; Green loans; Sustainability-linked loans." Which of the following are included? Select all that apply.

a)

Stocks

b)

Investment funds

c)

Green loans

d)

Sustainability-linked loans

e)

Cryptocurrencies

71.

Which company type is specifically mentioned on the slide as an example relevant to sustainability or green investments?

a)

Renewable energy developers such as solar and wind companies

b)

Manufacturers focused on expanding single-use plastics

c)

Firms prioritizing fossil fuel extraction growth

d)

Businesses that market environmentally themed products without operational changes

72.

According to the slide’s examples, which companies are cited as relevant to sustainability or green investments? Select all that apply.

a)

Renewable energy developers (solar, wind)

b)

Hospitality businesses with strong environmental performance

c)

Traditional companies expanding into greener operations to attract environmentally conscious customers

d)

Tobacco companies seeking market share through aggressive advertising

73.

According to the slide titled Sustainability Performance of Small & Medium Hospitality Businesses, small and medium-sized hotels are not listed on what?

a)

global indices

b)

regional tourism boards

c)

local business registries

d)

environmental certification catalogs

74.

Based on the slide, which sources must small and medium-sized hotels rely on to assess sustainability performance? Select all that apply.

a)

internal sustainability audits

b)

industry benchmarks

c)

financial evaluation tools

d)

global indices

75.

Which of the following are listed as common tools used by small and medium-sized hotels to evaluate sustainability investments? Select all that apply.

a)

Payback Period

b)

Return on Investment (ROI)

c)

Internal Rate of Return (IRR)

d)

Carbon Tax Score

76.

According to the slide, what do these financial tools help managers do?

a)

make informed sustainability investment decisions

b)

increase guest satisfaction through marketing

c)

comply with global index listing requirements

d)

reduce payroll expenses

77.

According to the slide, the payback period answers one simple question: How long does it take to recover what?

a)

The total lifetime profit

b)

The initial investment

c)

The operating expenses

d)

The interest on the loan

78.

Using the simple example shown (Restaurant Freezer): Investment €4,000; Annual energy savings €1,000. What is the payback period?

a)

2 years

b)

3 years

c)

4 years

d)

5 years

79.

In the example provided, what happens to all savings after the payback period has been reached?

a)

They are taxed at a higher rate

b)

They are reinvested automatically

c)

They become profit

d)

They reduce the initial investment further

80.

A hotel considers installing photovoltaic panels. The gross initial investment cost before any government support is stated as what amount?

a)

€4,900

b)

€2,100

c)

€7,000

d)

€80

81.

Which items are explicitly included in the initial investment cost for the photovoltaic system? Select all that apply.

a)

Solar panels

b)

Installation

c)

Planning and connection costs

d)

Monthly electricity bill

e)

Battery replacement

82.

The government offers a 30% tax credit on the gross cost. If the gross cost is 7,000€7{,}000 , what is the tax credit amount?

a)

€1,400

b)

€2,100

c)

€2,900

d)

€4,900

83.

After applying the 30% tax credit to the gross cost of 7,000€7{,}000 , what net cost does the business actually pay?

a)

€7,000

b)

€2,100

c)

€4,900

d)

€80

84.

The system is expected to produce how much electricity per month for on-site use?

a)

200 kWh

b)

300 kWh

c)

400 kWh

d)

600 kWh

85.

The electricity price used for calculating savings is what value per kWh?

a)

€0.10 per kWh

b)

€0.15 per kWh

c)

€0.20 per kWh

d)

€0.25 per kWh

86.

Using 400 kWh per month at 0.20€0.20 per kWh, what are the monthly savings from the photovoltaic system?

a)

€40 per month

b)

€60 per month

c)

€80 per month

d)

€100 per month

87.

What best describes the meaning of the payback period in this context?

a)

The time until the panels need replacement

b)

The time it takes for savings to recover the investment

c)

The time the panels generate electricity each day

d)

The number of months in a billing cycle

88.

Given a total investment after tax credit of 4,900€4{,}900 and monthly savings of 80€80 , approximately how many months are needed to break even?

a)

36–37 months

b)

48–49 months

c)

61–62 months

d)

72–73 months

89.

With monthly savings of 80€80 and an investment of 4,900€4{,}900 , the payback period is approximately how many years?

a)

3 years

b)

4 years

c)

5 years

d)

6 years

90.

Based on the Payback Period Considerations timeline, which timeframe corresponds to Short Term initiatives?

a)

0–2 years

b)

3–5 years

c)

5–8 years

d)

6–15 years

91.

According to the Quick Wins/Operational Improvements list under Short Term, which of the following is included?

a)

LED Lighting

b)

Heat Recovery Systems

c)

Solar Panels

d)

HVAC Upgrades

92.

Which item is listed under Medium Term efficiency through equipment upgrades?

a)

Compressors

b)

Solar Panels

c)

Insulation of Boilers & Pipes

d)

Motion & Key Card Sensors

93.

Which option is categorized under Long Term strategic sustainability investments?

a)

Thermal Insulation

b)

Preventive Maintenance

c)

Staff Training

d)

Motion & Key Card Sensors

94.

Which characteristic is explicitly associated with Short Term initiatives in the infographic?

a)

Low Cost

b)

High Investment

c)

Long Lifespan

d)

Major Savings

95.

Which benefit is explicitly indicated for Medium Term investments?

a)

Operational Efficiency

b)

Low Risk

c)

Long Lifespan

d)

Fast Savings

96.

According to the infographic, Long Term investments are associated with which attribute?

a)

High Investment

b)

Moderate Investment

c)

Low Cost

d)

Fast Savings

97.

Which pairing correctly matches an example with its timeline category?

a)

Chillers — Medium Term 5–8 years

b)

LED Lighting — Long Term 6–15 years

c)

Solar Panels — Short Term 0–2 years

d)

Preventive Maintenance — Medium Term 5–8 years

98.

Case Study 1: Healthy Food Vending Machine. The listed costs are Vending machine: €5,000 and Products for one year: €1,000. What is the initial investment?

a)

€5,000

b)

€6,000

c)

€2,400

d)

€400

99.

Case Study 1: Healthy Food Vending Machine. Monthly profit is €200. What is the annual profit shown?

a)

€200

b)

€2,400

c)

€400

d)

€6,000

100.

Case Study 1: Healthy Food Vending Machine. Lobby rent is €300/year and maintenance is €100/year. What are the total operating costs per year?

a)

€100

b)

€300

c)

€400

d)

€2,000

101.

Case Study 1: Healthy Food Vending Machine. Using the figures annual profit €2,400, operating costs €400, and initial investment €6,000, what annual ROI is shown?

a)

20%

b)

25%

c)

33%

d)

40%

102.

Case Study 1: Healthy Food Vending Machine. According to the interpretation, for every €1 invested, how much does the business earn per year?

a)

€0.20

b)

€0.25

c)

€0.33

d)

€1.00

103.

Case Study 2: Energy-Efficient Walk-In Freezer. This investment produces which type of benefit?

a)

Energy savings

b)

Rent income

c)

Sales revenue from products

d)

Interest income

104.

Case Study 2: Energy-Efficient Walk-In Freezer. With an initial investment of €4,000 and annual energy savings of €1,000, what ROI is shown?

a)

10%

b)

20%

c)

25%

d)

40%

105.

Relationship Between ROI and Payback Period. Which formula is given for ROI when annual benefits are stable?

a)

ROI = Payback period × 1

b)

ROI = 1 ÷ Payback period

c)

ROI = Payback period ÷ 1

d)

ROI = 1 + Payback period

106.

Relationship Between ROI and Payback Period. If the ROI is 25%, what payback period is implied by the provided formulas?

a)

2 years

b)

3 years

c)

4 years

d)

5 years

107.

Case Study 1: Healthy Food Vending Machine. Which items are included among the operating costs listed? Select all that apply.

a)

Lobby rent

b)

Maintenance

c)

Vending machine purchase

d)

Products for one year