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US Green Building Council LEED AP ND Exam - Topic 8 Question 9 Discussion

Actual exam question for US Green Building Council's LEED AP ND exam
Question #: 9
Topic #: 8
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A project team is planning to achieve the maximum points in the Regional Priority category. The LEED AP should

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Suggested Answer: C

To achieve the Neighborhood Pattern and Design Credit for Tree-Lined and Shaded Streetscapes, a minimum of 60% of the total sidewalk length must be shaded within ten years of landscape installation. For a project with 5,000 feet (1,524 meters) of sidewalks, 60% equates to 3,000 feet (915 meters) of shaded sidewalk. This requirement encourages the development of pedestrian-friendly environments that provide comfort and reduce the urban heat island effect, contributing to the sustainability and livability of the neighborhood.


by Ellsworth at Jan 26, 2025, 06:57 PM

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Daryl
3 months ago
D seems too subjective, not a fan of that option.
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Hildegarde
3 months ago
C is smart! Learning from others is key.
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Leatha
4 months ago
Wait, can you really just use any credit? Sounds risky.
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Desire
4 months ago
I think A could work too, but not as reliable.
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Devora
4 months ago
B is definitely the way to go!
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Beata
4 months ago
I recall discussing how personal experience can be misleading. It’s better to rely on official resources rather than just what we think we know.
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Earnestine
4 months ago
I feel like just picking any credit that seems appropriate could lead to issues later. We should definitely verify what's eligible first.
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Latonia
5 months ago
I'm not entirely sure, but I remember something about looking at similar projects to see what credits they used. That might help, but I don't know if it's the best approach.
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Tammy
5 months ago
I think we talked about how important it is to refer to the USGBC's website for the most accurate information on Regional Priority credits. That seems like the safest option.
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Virgina
5 months ago
Personally, I'd avoid just using any credit that seems appropriate or relying on my own experience. The USGBC's website is the best resource to make sure you're selecting the right Regional Priority credits for the project.
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Leota
5 months ago
I think the safest approach is to refer to the USGBC's website to determine the eligible Regional Priority credits. That way, you know you're following the official guidelines and maximizing your points.
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Domonique
5 months ago
The key here is to make sure you're choosing the appropriate Regional Priority credits based on the project's location. I'd recommend reviewing the USGBC's website to see what's eligible, rather than just going with what's worked on similar projects.
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Shawnda
5 months ago
Hmm, I'm a bit confused. I'm not sure if I should just use any credit that seems appropriate or if I need to specifically look at the USGBC's website. I'll have to double-check the LEED requirements.
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Albina
5 months ago
I'm pretty confident on this one. The LEED AP should refer to the USGBC's website to determine which credits are eligible as the Regional Priority credits for the project's location.
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Dominga
10 months ago
Forget the USGBC website, I'm just going to use Google Maps to figure out the Regional Priority credits. It's gotta be faster than reading all that technical jargon, right?
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Adelaide
9 months ago
C) review similar projects to see which Regional Priority credits were achieved.
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Jessenia
9 months ago
B) refer to USGBCs website to determine which credits are eligible as the Regional Priority credits for the project's location.
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Paola
10 months ago
A) use any credit that seems appropriate for the location of the project.
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Anjelica
11 months ago
Hmm, I'm torn between B and C. Maybe I'll just flip a coin and hope for the best. This whole LEED thing is like a treasure hunt, but without the treasure.
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Malinda
9 months ago
User 4: Definitely, we want to maximize our points in the Regional Priority category.
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Buddy
9 months ago
User 3: I agree, let's not leave it to chance. Checking similar projects could give us some valuable insights.
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Zona
10 months ago
User 2: Yeah, that sounds like a good plan. We need to make sure we're on the right track.
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Corazon
10 months ago
User 1: I think B is the way to go. Let's check USGBC's website for the eligible credits.
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Colene
11 months ago
That makes sense, it's important to follow the guidelines set by USGBC for maximum points.
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Vi
11 months ago
I think they should refer to USGBC's website to determine which credits are eligible as the Regional Priority credits for the project's location.
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Melissia
11 months ago
Option D is the way to go! Who needs the USGBC website when you've got years of experience under your belt? Just go with your gut, that's the LEED AP way.
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Judy
10 months ago
User 2: Nah, let's just choose based on personal experience. That's the way to go.
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Shelia
10 months ago
User 1: I think we should refer to USGBC's website to determine the Regional Priority credits.
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Noelia
11 months ago
I agree with Mollie. Using the USGBC website is the best way to determine the eligible Regional Priority credits. Trying to guess based on personal experience or other projects is not reliable.
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Mollie
11 months ago
Option B is the correct answer. The USGBC website has the definitive information on which credits are eligible as Regional Priority credits for the project's location.
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Quentin
10 months ago
D: Let's make sure we do our research and choose the appropriate Regional Priority credits to achieve our goal.
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Raymon
10 months ago
C: I agree. It's always best to go straight to the source for accurate information.
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Antione
10 months ago
B: That's a good idea. It's important to make sure we are focusing on the right credits to maximize our points in that category.
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Princess
10 months ago
A: We should refer to USGBC's website to determine which credits are eligible as the Regional Priority credits for our project's location.
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Colene
11 months ago
What should the LEED AP do to achieve maximum points in the Regional Priority category?
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