US Green Building Council LEED-AP-O+M Exam - Topic 7 Question 10 Discussion

Actual exam question for US Green Building Council's LEED-AP-O+M exam

Question #: 10
Topic #: 7

Which of the following standards is applicable in order to comply with Indoor Environmental Quality Credit, Thermal Comfort?

ASCAQMD Rule #1168

BASHRAE 55-2010

CASHRAE 52.2-2007

DSCAQMD Rule #1113

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Suggested Answer: B

ASHRAE 55-2010 is the standard applicable for compliance with the Indoor Environmental Quality Credit, Thermal Comfort. This standard outlines the conditions for acceptable thermal environments and is used for the design, evaluation, and operation of buildings to meet thermal comfort requirements.

by Deangelo at Feb 10, 2025, 06:24 AM

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Johnna

9 months ago

Are we sure about that? Sounds a bit off.

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Lucina

9 months ago

Really? I didn't know that!

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Carry

10 months ago

No way, it's ASHRAE 55-2010 for sure!

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Nickie

10 months ago

I thought it was SCAQMD Rule #1168?

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Rosalyn

10 months ago

It's definitely ASHRAE 55-2010.

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Moira

10 months ago

I definitely recall that ASHRAE 55-2010 was mentioned in our study materials for thermal comfort, so I’m leaning towards that option.

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Junita

11 months ago

I’m torn between ASHRAE 55-2010 and SCAQMD Rule #1168. I feel like both could be relevant.

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Hassie

11 months ago

I remember practicing a question about indoor environmental quality, and ASHRAE standards came up a lot.

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Mel

11 months ago

I think ASHRAE 55-2010 is the one we need for thermal comfort, but I’m not completely sure.

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Shawana

11 months ago

I think the key here is to focus on the specific requirement for thermal comfort. Based on that, B. ASHRAE 55-2010 seems like the best answer choice. The other options don't seem to be as directly related to that topic.

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Lili

11 months ago

I'm a little confused by this question. I know there are different ASHRAE standards, but I'm not sure which one is specifically for thermal comfort. I'll have to review my notes to see if I can figure this out.

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Kimbery

11 months ago

Okay, I'm pretty confident that the answer is B. ASHRAE 55-2010 is the standard that covers thermal comfort requirements, which is what this question is asking about. The other options don't seem as directly relevant.

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Layla

11 months ago

Hmm, I'm not totally sure about this one. I know ASHRAE has standards related to indoor air quality, but I can't remember if 55-2010 is specifically for thermal comfort. I'll have to think this through a bit more.

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Crista

11 months ago

I think the answer is B. ASHRAE 55-2010 is the standard for thermal comfort, so that seems like the most relevant one here.

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Veronika

2 years ago

Haha, SCAQMD Rule #1168? That's for air quality, not thermal comfort. ASHRAE 55-2010 is the clear winner here.

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Louisa

1 year ago

SCAQMD Rule #1113 is not relevant for Thermal Comfort, ASHRAE 55-2010 is the way to go.

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Sherell

1 year ago

ASHRAE 52.2-2007 is also a good standard to consider for Indoor Environmental Quality.

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Aja

1 year ago

Definitely, SCAQMD Rule #1168 is for air quality, not thermal comfort.

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Frank

1 year ago

I agree, ASHRAE 55-2010 is the right standard for Thermal Comfort.

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Quentin

2 years ago

ASHRAE 55-2010 all the way! Keeping the occupants comfortable is crucial.

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Mattie

2 years ago

ASHRAE 55-2010 is the way to go. Thermal comfort is key for indoor environmental quality.

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Stephaine

1 year ago

I think ASHRAE 55-2010 is the best choice for ensuring indoor thermal comfort.

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Stephaine

1 year ago

I agree, ASHRAE 55-2010 is definitely the standard to follow for Thermal Comfort.

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Antione

1 year ago

Yes, ASHRAE 55-2010 is the most relevant standard for ensuring thermal comfort in indoor environments.

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Reita

2 years ago

I'm not sure, but I think ASHRAE 52.2-2007 might also be relevant for Indoor Environmental Quality.

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Shenika

2 years ago

Gotta go with ASHRAE 55-2010. This is the industry standard for thermal comfort, not the other options.

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Val

1 year ago

ASHRAE 55-2010 is the best choice for meeting Indoor Environmental Quality Credit requirements.

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Stevie

1 year ago

I think ASHRAE 55-2010 is the most reliable standard for ensuring thermal comfort.

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Ariel

1 year ago

Yeah, ASHRAE 55-2010 is widely recognized and used in the industry.

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Lucia

2 years ago

I agree, ASHRAE 55-2010 is definitely the way to go for thermal comfort.

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Lucina

2 years ago

I agree with Denny, ASHRAE 55-2010 is the standard for Thermal Comfort.

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Denny

2 years ago

I think the answer is B) ASHRAE 55-2010.

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Reuben

2 years ago

ASHRAE 55-2010 is definitely the correct answer here. It's the standard that addresses thermal comfort requirements.

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Joesph

2 years ago

Thanks for clarifying, I'll make sure to reference ASHRAE 55-2010 for compliance.

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Winifred

2 years ago

I agree, ASHRAE 55-2010 is the one we need to follow for Thermal Comfort.

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