103.

What type of lighting system can be introduced to best minimize power

consumption of the building?
a.Passive Day-lighting b.LED and fluorescent lights c.Maximize use of reflectors d.NOTA
b. LED and fluorescent lights: These are energy-efficient lighting systems, but they still
consume power, unlike passive daylighting, which utilizes natural light.
c. Maximize use of reflectors: Reflectors can enhance lighting efficiency but do not
directly minimize power consumption.
d. NOTA: Stands for "None of the Above," meaning none of the options provided are
correct.
104. What type of ventilation can possibly minimize power consumption of the building?
a. Mechanical ventilation b. Artificial Ventilation c. Cross Ventilation d. Plenum Ventilation
a. Mechanical ventilation: Uses fans or other devices that consume electricity to
circulate air, hence increasing power consumption.
b. Artificial Ventilation: Similar to mechanical ventilation, it involves using systems that
require energy, such as HVAC systems.
d. Plenum Ventilation: A type of mechanical ventilation system that requires energy to
distribute air through a plenum chamber.
105. What other factor, aside from temperature, can improve the comfort level in the
interior?
a. light coming through the window b. dampness outside the building c. movement of air
inside the room d. NOTA
a. light coming through the window: Natural light can impact comfort, but it’s not as
directly related to thermal comfort as air movement.
b. dampness outside the building: Dampness outside might impact indoor conditions,
but it is not a direct factor in improving interior comfort.
d. NOTA: Stands for "None of the Above," meaning none of the options provided are
correct.
106. What should not be used if you're design is to apply for a strict green building
ordinance?
a. cocolumber b. hollow blocks c. granite Italian slab d. locally crafted stone veneers
b. hollow blocks: These are widely used in construction and can be considered
sustainable depending on their material composition.
c. granite Italian slab: While it’s a high-quality material, it may not always align with
green building practices due to the energy-intensive process of extraction and transport.
d. locally crafted stone veneers: Generally, using local materials aligns with green
building practices, reducing transportation energy.
107. For a low-cost condominium project, what is the total area of a common king size
bed?
a. 2.97 sq m b. 2.91 sq m c. 4.50 sq m d. 3.42 sq m
a. 2.97 sq m: This area is smaller than the typical king-size bed, indicating an error in
the size provided.
b. 2.91 sq m: Similar to the above, this is also smaller than the standard king-size bed
dimensions.
c. 4.50 sq m: This area is larger than the typical king-size bed, suggesting an incorrect
size reference.
108. For a first-class hotel near the beach, what is the total area of the common single
size bed?
a. 1.71 sq m b. 1.90 sq m c. 1.80 sq m d. 2.00 sq m
a. 1.71 sq m: This is slightly smaller than the standard single-size bed area.
b. 1.90 sq m: This is slightly larger than the standard single-size bed area.
d. 2.00 sq m: This is larger than the common single-size bed, indicating an error in
standard sizing.
109. Which material is the most absorptive to heat?
a. Wood b. Gypsum c. Limestone d. Concrete
110. What could not generate air movement inside a building?
a. high ceiling c. rough floor b. large window d. cross-ventilation
111. What space in a house that needs to be exposed more to the sun's rays?
a. Living Area b. Toilet and bath
112. Standard depth of kitchen sink and range?
a. 300mm b. 400mm c. Bedroom d. Kitchen c. 600mm d. None of the choices
113. What is the standard width of a queen sized bed?
a. 1.20m b. 1.40m c. 1.90m d. 1.50m
114. A device or system designed to use solar radiation to heat an absorber through
which a transporting medium, as air or water, is circulated.
a. Solarium b. sun control c. Solar shade d. Solar collector
115. Any of various exterior devices consisting of fixed horizontal or vertical fins angled
to shield a window form direct sunlight?
a. wind control b. buffers c. sunshade d. solar screen
116. What is the minimum ceiling height required in the Philippines, for a space with
natural ventilation?
a. 2.70 meters b. 2.40 meters c. 3.20 meters d. 2.80 meters
117. In terms of material production, which of the following flooring materials is
considered to have the lowest carbon footprint?
a.baked clay tiles b.vinyl tiles
118. Best way to lessen noise created by traffic
a.Tall trees b.Ground Grass Cover c.naturally cut pavers stones d.laminated wood c. 3ft.
Wood Fence d. Shrubs
119. Which is the best landscaping element that will deflect the wind speed.
a.Ground cover b. Trees c. 3ft. Wood Fence d. Low bushes
120. Which among the choices is appropriate for a concept that practices green design?
a. Rain water collection b. Segregation of waste c. Re-use of construction materials d. All
of the above
121. Which "green" practices is outright sustainable and directly beneficial to the
environment?
a. Use of modular furniture and wall systems
b.All glass building envelope for maximum day-lighting
c. Utilizing recyclable wall veneer to lessen VOC emissions of painting
d. Use of indoor ornamental plants
122. Considering the East-West axis of the site, which side of the area is the most shaded
part for most of the day?
a.North b.South c.East d.West
123. How high should the accessible lavatory be?
a.0.50 m b.0.60 m c.0.70 m d.0.80 m
124. What is a bank of earth placed against one or more exterior walls of a building as
protection against extremes in temperature?
a. drumwall b. berm c. backfill d. groundcover
125. What is an advisable wall treatment for the West side of the structure, where a stage
area is situated?
a. Aluminum composite panels to give futuristic feel
b. Full-height UV-Treated Glass to serve as picture wall
c. Acoustic boards & a central backdrop wall behind the stage area as the view
 d. Combination wallpaper and advertisement boards
126. What is the best arrangement of trees that can block direct sunlight?
a. Each spaced at 4 meters apart
b. Tightly spaced side by side
c.Arranged at intervals, every other tree
d. Add low bush in between trees spaced 2 meters apart
127. Which "green" practice is outright sustainable and directly beneficial to the
environment?
a. Use of surplus granite imported from other countries
b. Use steel and concrete pre-cast construction
c. Use of indoor artificial plants d. None of the choices
128. What would generate more air flow in the indoors?
a. Large windows on opposite sides b. Small windows on adjacent sides c. One large
window 40% of the total wall area d. All of the above
130. Which of the following design treatments will contribute heat gain to the buildings
environs?
a. Reflective glass installed on building façade b. Paved parking area 1c. Air-conditioning
System d. All of the above
131. Most windows installed are fixed and minimal openings are provided for safety
purposes, what does this sacrifice?
a. Ventilation b. Appeal c. Cost d. Fast construction
132. What is a good window-floor area ratio to achieve minimum yet an effective day-
lighting of 10 fc for a room?
a. 1:8 b. 1:3 c. 1:5 d. 1:10
133. Where is the best orientation of bedrooms?
a. North b. South c. East d. West
134. In design planning, what side should the coffee shop and restaurant be placed?
a. North b. South c. East d. West
135. What tree gives a good shade but must be avoided to be planted near the site that
could potentially damage concrete floors and footings?
a. Palm tree b. Coconut Tree c. Acacia d. All of the above
136. To block excessive sunlight, what "new material" is used for the windows?
 a. Louvers b. Solar tint c. Painted Tint d. Blinds
137. What is the best way to minimize glare in a building?
a. Make the window sill higher b. Use dark brown glass ? c. Make the windows lower d.
Put canopy above the window
138. Ideal size of a Dining Table (1-side) for 4 persons
a. 0.90m b. 0.70m c. 1.0m d. 1.2m
139. If a Dining Table for 2 persons is used, how much width is occupied?
a. 1.50m b. 1.20m c. 1.20m d. 1.30m
140. What type of lighting system can be introduced to best minimize power
consumption of the building?
a. Passive Day-lighting b. LED and fluorescent lights c. Maximize use of reflectors d.
NOTAl
141. In view of day lighting, room accommodation, corridors and entrances should orient
towards which direction?
a. North b. South c. East d. West
142. Which flooring material is NOT the most economical?
a. Italian granite slab b. Locally manufactured granite tiles c. China granite tiles d. Italian
granite tiles
143. For a low-budget house with concerns for energy savings, what type of system can
possibly minimize power consumption of the building?
a. Mechanical ventilation b. Minimal use of fire sprinklers c. Cross Ventilation d. Use
electric fans instead of Split-type AC
144. What window is best to use in the market to maintain a tropical concept?
a. Pocket sliding windows b. Double-hung windows
145. What is the size allocation for a single-bed?
a. .90x1.90 b. 1.0x1.90 c. Fixed windows d. Open plan, No windows c. 1.2x1.90 d.
1.5x1.90
146. Which of the following is not a good depth of a fixed countertop?
a. 0.20m b. 0.40m c. 0.45m d. 0.50m
147. Which of the following is ideal for the one side of an 8-seater dining table?
a. 3.75m b. 4.50m c. 5.25m d. 6.45m
148. How should you best design the building to maximize the natural air of the site?
 a. Integrate a mechanical vent in the attic to keep off contaminated air and draw in
natural air. b. Introduce wide window and door openings. c. Minimize the use of AC
systems. d. Make use of sliding windows instead of awning or jalousie windows.
150. Ideal size of one side of a square table for 8persons?
a. 1.22m b. 1.33m c. 1.11m d. 1.44m
151. For high rise office building, what would you use for its facade to minimize heat?
a. Curtain wall with glass solar tint b. Timber baffle c. Louvers d. Polycarbonate
152. Why is LED preferred over other types of lamps?
a. Cheaper b. More available c. Energy efficient d. All of the above
a. Cheaper: While LEDs have become more affordable over time, they are not
necessarily cheaper than other types of lamps like incandescent or fluorescent in terms of
upfront cost. However, their long-term cost savings due to lower energy consumption and
longer lifespan make them a better investment.

b. More available: Availability of LEDs is widespread, but it is not the main reason for
their preference over other types of lamps. The primary reason for choosing LEDs is their
energy efficiency.

d. All of the above: While LEDs are energy-efficient and increasingly affordable and
available, energy efficiency is the most significant factor that makes them the preferred choice.

153. What's the best thing to provide to serve as natural buffer on the SW orientation?
a. Provide wide setbacks b. Provide artificial wind buffers c. Provide broad canopied
trees d. Long eaves
a. Provide wide setbacks: Setbacks refer to the distance a building is set back from the
property line or street. While setbacks can help with building orientation and placement, they do
not specifically serve as a natural buffer for the southwest orientation.

b. Provide artificial wind buffers: Artificial wind buffers, such as screens or walls, are
typically used to control wind flow but do not provide the same natural benefits, such as shade
and cooling, as broad-canopied trees do.

d. Long eaves: Long eaves can provide some shading and protection from sunlight but
are not as effective as broad-canopied trees in serving as a natural buffer, especially for the
entire building or site.
154. On a narrow corridor, what is the best lighting fixture for general lighting to be
installed to go with the overall design and save on energy consumption regardless of
cost?
a. Incandescent lamp b. LED lights c. Tungsten Incandescent Lamp d. Fluorescent
Lamps
a. Incandescent lamp: Incandescent lamps are not energy-efficient and produce more
heat than light. They are less suitable for narrow corridors where energy savings and efficient
lighting are essential.

c. Tungsten Incandescent Lamp: Similar to regular incandescent lamps, tungsten

incandescent lamps are not energy-efficient and are rarely used in modern lighting design due
to their high energy consumption.

d. Fluorescent Lamps: Fluorescent lamps are more energy-efficient than incandescent

lamps but less efficient and versatile compared to LEDs. LEDs also provide better quality light
and last longer.

155. In terms of material production, which of the following flooring materials is

considered to have the lowest carbon footprint?
a. Teak Timber floor b. Vinyl tiles c. Timber laminated flooring d. Ceramic tiles
a. Teak Timber floor: Teak timber is a hardwood that often involves significant
environmental impact due to deforestation and long transportation distances, leading to a higher
carbon footprint.

b. Vinyl tiles: Vinyl tiles are made from synthetic materials (PVC), which have a high
carbon footprint due to the production process and potential environmental impact from
disposal.

c. Timber laminated flooring: While laminate flooring can be more environmentally

friendly than some other options, it still involves synthetic materials and processes that
contribute to its carbon footprint.

156. Where does "Easterly Wind" come from?

a. Northeast b. Southwest c. East d. Northeast
 a. Northeast: A wind coming from the northeast is known as a "northeasterly" wind, not
an easterly wind.

b. Southwest: A wind coming from the southwest is known as a "southwesterly" wind,

not an easterly wind.

d. Northeast: This is a repeat of the incorrect option a. Winds from the northeast are
"northeasterly."

157. Which part would you normally treat with sun baffles?
a. Where the wind speed is fastest b. Where the building is mostly exposed to the sun c.
Where there is no ground cover d. All of the above
a. Where the wind speed is fastest: Sun baffles are designed to block sunlight, not wind.
Areas with high wind speed might require windbreaks or other measures, not sun baffles.

c. Where there is no ground cover: The presence or absence of ground cover is

unrelated to the need for sun baffles. Sun baffles are specifically used to manage sunlight
exposure on building façades.

d. All of the above: Sun baffles are not used in areas with high wind speed or where
there is no ground cover, making this option incorrect.

158. Where will you locate Trees as buffers from the "Amihan❞ wind?
a. Near windows b. Near fence c. At property lines d. None of the above
a. Near windows: Placing trees near windows does not provide an effective buffer
against the "Amihan" winds. Trees near windows are more for aesthetic purposes or for
providing shade.

b. Near fence: While trees near a fence can offer some wind buffering, it's not
necessarily effective against the "Amihan" winds, which are generally cool and pleasant.

c. At property lines: Trees at property lines serve more as privacy screens or boundary
markers rather than as buffers specifically for "Amihan" winds.
159. In terms of material production, which of the following flooring materials is
considered to have the lowest carbon footprint?
a. baked clay tiles b. treated wood flooring c. natural stone pavers d. high-pressure
laminate flooring
b. Treated wood flooring: The treatment process often involves chemicals and additional
energy, increasing the carbon footprint compared to untreated materials. While wood can be
sustainable, the treatment process makes it less eco-friendly.
c. Natural stone pavers: Quarrying and transporting natural stone require significant
energy, contributing to a higher carbon footprint. The processing of stone also has
environmental impacts.
d. High-pressure laminate flooring: This type of flooring is made using synthetic
materials and resins, which have a relatively high carbon footprint due to the energy-intensive
manufacturing process and the use of non-renewable resources.
160. Best way to lessen noise created by traffic?
a. Rough Pavers b. Ground Grass Cover c. 3ft. Wood Fence d. High Shrubs
a. Rough Pavers: Rough pavers may reduce the speed of vehicles, which can slightly
reduce noise, but they don't effectively absorb or block traffic noise.

b. Ground Grass Cover: Grass can help with some noise absorption but is not as
effective as shrubs or other denser materials.

c. natural stone pavers: Natural stone pavers are hard surfaces that do little to absorb or
block noise.

d. high-pressure laminate flooring: This option is unrelated to outdoor traffic noise as

laminate flooring is typically used indoors.

161. Where will you locate Trees as buffers from the “Habagat” wind?
a. Near windows b. Near fence c. At property lines d. None of the above
a. Near windows: Placing trees directly near windows may not be ideal as it could block
light and air circulation. They are better placed strategically to buffer wind.
c. At property lines: While trees at property lines can serve as wind buffers, they are
more effective near the fence for concentrated protection against wind.
d. None of the above: Incorrect because trees near the fence are a practical solution for
wind buffering.
162. How could natural light and ventilation be achieved in terms of layout and design?
a. Use of atriums and courts b. Open planning c. Cross ventilation d. All of the above
a. Use of atriums and courts: Correct but not the only method.
b. Open planning: Also correct but more effective in combination with other methods.
c. Cross ventilation: Critical for airflow, but other options also contribute to light and
ventilation.

163. If a client prefers a bedroom where the interior wouldn't be too hot, where would you
not locate the master's bedroom?
a. North b. West c. East d. South
a. North: The north side is typically cooler with less direct sunlight, making it a better
location for a bedroom.
c. East: East-facing rooms receive morning sunlight, which is less intense and dissipates
by the afternoon, keeping the room cooler overall.
d. South: In tropical regions, south-facing rooms can be warm, but not as hot as west-
facing rooms due to less direct afternoon sun.

164. What is the least reason why the interior is hot and warm in a tropical climate?
a. No heat insulation b. Small windows c. Landscape pavers are spaced too far apart d.
No trees around to block the sun
a. No heat insulation: Lack of insulation is a major reason for interior heat.
b. Small windows: Small windows limit ventilation and natural cooling.
d. No trees around to block the sun: Trees provide shade and reduce the heat absorbed
by the building.

165. What color denotes authority and is usually related to mourning in some countries?
a. White b. Red c. Purple d. Black
a. White: White is often associated with purity and peace, though it is also a color of
mourning in some Eastern cultures.
b. Red: Red is often associated with energy, power, and passion, but not typically
mourning.
c. Purple: Purple is associated with royalty and luxury, and sometimes mourning, but
black is more universally recognized in this context.
166. What traditional method for getting proportion and balance is being illustrated in the
image?
a. Full sizing b. Golden Section c. Silver Line d. Vitruvius' Law
a. Full sizing: This refers to a method where drawings or models are created at the
actual size, which helps in direct scale representation.
c. Silver Line: This is not a widely recognized term in traditional methods for proportion
and balance in architecture.
d. Vitruvius' Law: Vitruvius' principles focus on proportions based on human dimensions
but do not specifically involve the Golden Ratio.

167. What is referred to as the origin of architecture?

a. System of ornamentation or decoration b. Expession of structural systems c. Practical
usefulness of space d. Protection from inclemency of the seasons
a. System of ornamentation or decoration: While decoration is an important aspect, it is
not the origin of architecture.
b. Expression of structural systems: This is a feature of architecture but not its origin.
c. Practical usefulness of space: This is a characteristic of architecture, but it does not
directly define its origin.

168. Which of the following represent the secondary colors?

a. Green, orange, violet b. Green, yellow, violet c. Yellow, green, blue d. Red, yellow,
blue
b. Green, yellow, violet: Yellow is a primary color, not a secondary color.
c. Yellow, green, blue: Yellow and blue are primary colors, while green is a secondary
color.
d. Red, yellow, blue: These are primary colors, not secondary colors.

169. What important event changes architecture to what is termed “Modern”?

a. Discovery of concrete b. Renaissance c. Metallurgy d. Industrial revolution
a. Discovery of concrete: While important, the use of concrete alone does not define
modern architecture.
b. Renaissance: The Renaissance was a pivotal period in architecture but precedes the
modern era.
 c. Metallurgy: Advances in metallurgy influenced architecture, but it was the Industrial
Revolution that fundamentally changed architectural practices.

170. Assuming a lakeside location for the project site, what type of building projections
should NOT be introduced?
a. 1.8 meter deep canopy b. 0.3 meter deep sun-breakers c. 1,5 meter deep balconies d.
3.0 meter deep eaves

a. 1.8 meter deep canopy: This is generally acceptable and can provide shelter without
excessive obstruction.
b. 0.3 meter deep sun-breakers: These can help manage sunlight and reduce glare
without being intrusive.
c. 1.5 meter deep balconies: Balconies are typically used to enhance views and outdoor
space, which can be beneficial for a lakeside location.

171. What theory of architecture de notes not only the complete harmony of the parts of
the building with the whole, but on integration of the building with its site and
surroundings?
a. Functional architecture b. Domestic architecture c. vernacular architecture d. Organic
architecture
a. Functional architecture: Emphasizes practicality and usability but does not necessarily
focus on integration with the site.
b. Domestic architecture: Refers to residential buildings and their design but does not
specifically address the integration with surroundings.
c. Vernacular architecture: Involves traditional, local building practices that are often
suited to the environment, but "organic architecture" more directly addresses the integration of
the building with its surroundings.

172. In perception of space... which of the following describes the olfactory sense?
a. Affects room size/ ceiling heights to avoid discomfort b. Affects material to regulate
transfer sound c. Identifies materials limiting unpleasant odors d. Identifies material distance
a. Affects room size/ceiling heights to avoid discomfort: This relates more to the auditory
or visual senses.
b. Affects material to regulate transfer sound: This involves the acoustic properties of
materials, not the olfactory sense.
 d. Identifies material distance: This pertains to spatial awareness or visual perception,
not smell.

173. What type of balance is that in which the elements are arranged in the same manner
on either side of a centralal axis or line and gives the feeling of repose and order?
a. Symmetrical b. Equal c. Contrasting d. Assymetrical
b. Equal: This term is less specific and does not describe a particular type of balance in
architecture.
c. Contrasting: Refers to balance created through differing elements to create visual
interest, not symmetry.
d. Asymmetrical: Involves arranging elements of different visual weight around a central
axis, creating dynamic balance rather than repose.

174. Flow of heat through a material by transfer from warmer to cooler molecules in
contact with each other.
a. evaporation b. conduction c. convection d. radiation
a. Evaporation: Refers to the phase change of a substance from liquid to gas, not heat
transfer through contact.
c. Convection: Involves heat transfer through fluid movement, not direct contact between
molecules.
d. Radiation: Involves heat transfer through electromagnetic waves, not direct molecular
contact.

175. Wind speed increases rapidly as the percentage opening area in wall increases from
0 to %.
a. 10 b. 20 c. 30 d. 40
a. 10: This is too low to cause a significant increase in wind speed.
b. 20: While an increase in opening area, it’s not as significant as 40%.
c. 30: Still significant, but not as rapid as 40%.

176. Rate of heat transfer that occurs through a unit thickness of material for a unit area
subjected to a unit difference in temperature.
a. Conduction b. Conductivity c. Resistance d. Resistivity
 a. Conduction: Refers to the process of heat transfer itself, not the property of the
material.
c. Resistance: Refers to the material's opposition to heat transfer, which is the inverse of
conductivity.
d. Resistivity: Refers to the material's resistance to heat transfer, similar to thermal
resistance.

177. Wind direction of Habagat?

a. NW b. SE c. SW d. NE
a. NW: This is the direction of the Amihan or northeast monsoon.
b. SE: This is not the direction associated with Habagat.
d. NE: This is the direction of the northeast monsoon, not Habagat.

178. As a rough guide, the wind shadow will be ___ times the height of the building
including the pitched roof.
a. 3 b. 4 c. 5 d. 6
a. 3: This is an underestimate for the typical wind shadow.
c. 5: This is an overestimate compared to the general guideline.
d. 6: This is too high for the standard approximation.

179. Wind speed ____ with the increase in height above the ground.
a. increases b. decreases c. deflected d. is not affected
b. decreases: Wind speed does not typically decrease with height; it usually increases.
c. deflected: Wind speed itself does not necessarily get deflected with height; it
increases.
d. is not affected: Wind speed is significantly affected by height.

180. The tendency of air or gas in a shaft or other vertical space to rise when heated,
creating a draft that draws in cooler air or gas from below.
a. Coriolis force b. Chimney effect c. Thermal mass d. Uniform heat emission
a. Coriolis force: Refers to the deflection of moving objects due to Earth's rotation, not
related to vertical air movement in a shaft.
 c. Thermal mass: Refers to the ability of a material to absorb and store heat, not the
vertical movement of air.
d. Uniform heat emission: Refers to even distribution of heat, not the rising of warm air in
a vertical space.

181. The total amount of rain, hail, snow, dew, measured in rain gauges and expressed in
mm per unit time (day, month, year)
a. Cloud cover b. precipitation c. humidity d. Air movement
a. Cloud cover: Refers to the fraction of the sky covered by clouds, not the amount of
precipitation.
c. Humidity: Measures the amount of moisture in the air, not the total precipitation.
d. Air movement: Refers to wind or airflow, not precipitation.

182. Transfer of heat from one place to another by the flow of molecules from one place
to another
a. evaporation b. conduction c. convection d. radiation
a. Evaporation: Involves the phase change of liquid to gas, not the transfer of heat
through fluid movement.
b. Conduction: Refers to heat transfer through direct contact between molecules, not
through fluid flow.
d. Radiation: Involves heat transfer through electromagnetic waves, not the movement
of molecules.

183. Measured by a pyranometer, on an unobstructed horizontal surface and recorded

either as the continuously varying irradiance (W/m2), or through an electronic integrator
as irradiance over the hour of the day.
a. Cloud cover b. Sunshine duration c. Dry-bulb temperature d. Solar radiation
a. Cloud cover: Refers to the amount of sky covered by clouds, not the amount of solar
radiation.
b. Sunshine duration: Refers to the total time of direct sunlight exposure, not the
irradiance measurement.
c. Dry-bulb temperature: Measures air temperature, not solar radiation.

184. This design variable refers to the size, position and orientation of windows; window
glass materials; external and internal shading devices.
 a. Building fabric b. fenestration c. Thermal insulation d. Surface-to-volume ratio
a. Building fabric: Refers to the overall construction materials and methods, not just
windows.
c. Thermal insulation: Focuses on materials that reduce heat transfer, not specifically on
windows and shading.
d. Surface-to-volume ratio: Refers to the ratio of the surface area of a building to its
volume, not window design.

185. Which of the following statements is not true?

a. Tropical regions need both vertical and horizontal shading throughout the year. b. For
the tropical zones, generally, as much ventilation as possible is desired. c. Transitional spaces
in tropical zones are located on the north and south sides of the building where the sun's
penetration is not as great. d. Transitional spaces require total climatic control and natural
ventilation is not sufficient.

a. Tropical regions need both vertical and horizontal shading throughout the year.: True,
as shading helps manage heat and sunlight.
b. For the tropical zones, generally, as much ventilation as possible is desired.: True, as
ventilation helps cool the indoor environment.
c. Transitional spaces in tropical zones are located on the north and south sides of the
building where the sun's penetration is not as great.: True, as these sides receive less direct
sunlight compared to the east and west.

186. The general climate is influenced by these three factors:

I. Diurnal temperature
ii. topography
iii. Movement of air masses
iv.vegetation
v.Moisture-bearing clouds
vi.Nature of the environment on local or regional scale
a. i, iii, v b. ii, iv, vi c. i, iii, iv d. ii, v, vi

 ii. Topography: Refers to the physical features of the land, which influence
climate by affecting air flow and precipitation patterns.
  iv. Vegetation: Affects local climate by influencing humidity, temperature, and
wind patterns.

 vi. Nature of the environment on local or regional scale: Encompasses the

broader environmental factors that influence climate.

 i. Diurnal temperature: Refers to the variation in temperature between day and

night, which affects local weather but is not a primary factor influencing general
climate.

 iii. Movement of air masses: Important for weather but less influential on
general climate compared to the selected factors.

 v. Moisture-bearing clouds: Influence weather and short-term climate effects,

but are not primary factors for general climate.

187. Overheating is not as great as in other areas, but it is aggravated by very high
humidities, restricting the evaporation potential. The diurnal temperature variation is
small.
a. Tropical upland b. temperate c. Warm humid d. Hot dry
a. Tropical upland: Typically has cooler temperatures and greater temperature variation
than warm humid climates.
b. Temperate: Features moderate temperatures and larger diurnal variations compared
to warm humid climates.
d. Hot dry: Characterized by high temperatures and large diurnal temperature variations,
not small variations.

188. Range under which most people feel comfortable

a. "U" value b. Thermal heat capacity c. Comfort zone d. Lowest DBT
a. "U" value: Measures the thermal transmittance of building materials, not comfort.
b. Thermal heat capacity: Refers to the amount of heat a material can store, not comfort.
d. Lowest DBT: Dry-bulb temperature alone does not define comfort; it's part of a range.

189. Integration in time of weather conditions, characteristics of a certain geographical

location.
a. climate b. temperature c. weather d. season
b. Temperature: Refers to a single meteorological variable, not the integration of various
factors.
 c. Weather: Refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, not long-term averages.
d. Season: Refers to specific periods of the year, not the general integration of climatic
factors.

190. The temperature of the outside air in contact with a shaded wall or roof which would
give the same rate of heat transfer and the same temperature gradient as the combined
effect of solar radiation and air temperature.
a. Dry-bulb temperature b. Wet-bulb temperature c. Sol-air temperature d. Surface
temperature
a. Dry-bulb temperature: Represents the air temperature but does not account for solar
radiation effects on surfaces.
b. Wet-bulb temperature: Takes into account humidity but does not address solar
radiation effects.
d. Surface temperature: Refers to the temperature of the surface itself, not the combined
effect of solar radiation and air temperature.

191. Instrument used for measuring relative humidity

a. thermometer b. hygrometer c. Vane anemometer d. pyranometer
a. Thermometer: Measures temperature, not humidity.
c. Vane anemometer: Measures wind speed, not humidity.
d. Pyranometer: Measures solar radiation, not humidity.

192. For tropical zones, the cores are located in these sides of the building form, so as to
help shade the building throughout the day.
i. east ii. west iii. north iv. south
a. i, iv b. ii, iii c. i, ii d. ii, iv
a. i, iv: The east and south sides are not the primary focus for shading in tropical zones.
b. ii, iii: The west and north sides are not usually core locations for shading purposes.
c. i, ii: The east and west sides are correct for shading, but not the north and south.

193. Angle of the position of the sun along the horizon, measured to the east or west
from true south.
a. azimuth b. latitude c. altitude d. sun path
 b. Latitude: Refers to the geographic coordinate that specifies the north-south position
on the Earth's surface.
c. Altitude: Refers to the angle of the sun above the horizon.
d. Sun path: Refers to the trajectory of the sun across the sky, not a specific angle
measurement.

194. Maximum solar heat factor for roofs in warm humid tropics.
a. 3% b. 4% c. 5% d. 6%
a. 3%: Too low for the typical maximum solar heat factor in warm humid climates.
b. 4%: Also lower than the typical maximum value.
c. 5%: Close but slightly below the common maximum value for these climates.

195. Major thermal design factors to be studied includes the following except one:
a. Conduction heat flow b. Solar heat gain c. Outdoor conditions d. Ventilation heat flow
a. Conduction heat flow: Important for understanding heat transfer through building
materials.
b. Solar heat gain: Crucial for managing the amount of solar energy entering a building.
d. Ventilation heat flow: Relevant for understanding heat losses or gains due to
ventilation.

196. Angle of the sun above the horizon, measured from the horizon.
a. azimuth b. latitude c. altitude d. sun path
a. Azimuth: Refers to the angle of the sun along the horizon, not above it.
b. Latitude: Refers to the geographical coordinate north or south of the equator, not the
angle of the sun.
d. Sun path: Describes the trajectory of the sun across the sky, not the angle above the
horizon.

197. Which of the following statements is not true?

a. Heat gain in the tropics is due mainly to solar radiation at the building surface. b. In
hot climates, heat gains are highest when there are low wind speeds c. Relative humidities in
the tropical regions are very low. d. Absorptivity of the surface to solar radiation is of primary
importance in tropical regions.
 a. Heat gain in the tropics is due mainly to solar radiation at the building surface.: True,
as solar radiation is a significant factor in heat gain.
b. In hot climates, heat gains are highest when there are low wind speeds: True, as
lower wind speeds reduce the cooling effect of air movement.
d. Absorptivity of the surface to solar radiation is of primary importance in tropical
regions.: True, as surface absorptivity affects how much solar heat is absorbed.

198. Regional climate

a. mesoclimate b. macroclimate c. microclimate d. diurnal
a. Mesoclimate: Refers to the climate of a smaller area within a macroclimate, such as a
neighborhood or specific landscape.
c. Microclimate: Refers to the climate of a very small area, often influenced by local
features.
d. Diurnal: Refers to daily temperature variations, not a regional climate.

199. This design variable refers to materials and construction; thermal insulation;
surface qualities; shading and sun control.
a. Building fabric b. fenestration c. Air-tightness d. Building shape
b. Fenestration: Refers specifically to windows and openings, not the entire building
fabric.
c. Air-tightness: Refers to how well a building prevents air leakage, not the overall
design variable mentioned.
d. Building shape: Refers to the form of the building, not the detailed aspects of
materials and construction.

200. Any cool mass that is available for the absorption of excess heat, including water
bodies, the ground, and massive building materials.
a. Heat sink b. Water features c. Cooling breezes d. Radiant cooling
b. Water features: Can act as heat sinks but are a specific type of heat sink.
c. Cooling breezes: Refers to moving air that provides cooling, not a mass absorbing
heat.
d. Radiant cooling: Refers to cooling systems that remove heat through radiation, not a
heat-absorbing mass.