Question 1
An engineer compares two beverage containers with different lifespans. Which assessment choice creates the fairest environmental comparison?
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Correct answer: B - Define a functional unit based on service provided
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The CSWA-SD exam has 30 questions and runs 1 hours.
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An engineer compares two beverage containers with different lifespans. Which assessment choice creates the fairest environmental comparison?
Correct answer: B - Define a functional unit based on service provided
An LCA includes extraction, manufacturing, customer use, and disposal. Which boundary is described?
Correct answer: C - Cradle to grave
An analyst assigns inventory emissions to climate change and acidification categories. Which LCIA step is being performed?
Correct answer: A - Classification
Which set represents SOLIDWORKS Sustainability environmental indicators?
Correct answer: A - Carbon footprint, non-renewable energy, air acidification, water eutrophication
A team compares concepts early before detailed data is available. Which approach is most appropriate?
Correct answer: A - Early qualitative life-cycle assessment
A product is designed so components can be separated easily for recovery. Which concept applies?
Correct answer: A - Design for Disassembly
A producer accepts responsibility for impacts after sale, including recovery options. Which concept applies?
Correct answer: A - Extended Producer Responsibility
A company advertises a product as green while presenting only selected favorable data. What issue does this illustrate?
Correct answer: A - Greenwashing
A sustainable business decision balances environmental, social, and economic considerations. Which principle is being applied?
Correct answer: A - Three dimensions of sustainability
A lighter component fails required performance testing. What is the key sustainable design lesson?
Correct answer: B - Environmental improvements must preserve required function
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