Question 1

You have been asked to select a new greener printer for you office. You have made a selection of printers meeting the Energy Star ratings. What could help you further narrow your selection?

ARank the printers by their speed. The printer with the highest speed is greener.

BSeek for manufacturers offering discounts for recycling the ink cartridges.

CSelect the printers that have a power saving mode.

Answer : B

Question 2

Using too much lighting is of course raising the energy bill unnecessarily. What is another important human reason for not applying too much lighting?

AIt takes too long to switch them all on and off.

BToo much lighting can irritate people on a physiological level.

CToo much lighting generates more heat.

Answer : B

Question 3

Which shortcoming is hindering the wide adoption of videoconferencing?

AMissing the feeling of connectedness

BThe feeling of being watched

CThe lag between picture and sound

Answer : C

Question 4

A memo from management announces that the printers are to be consolidated. What is a valid reason for this decision?

AHaving less printers contributes to an energy cost reduction.

BHaving less printers will encourage employees to walk more during the day.

CHaving less printers will reduce polluted air in the office.

Answer : A

Question 5

What is a dangerous combination as a result of not enough recycling of IT equipment?

AElectronic equipment is dumped in the oceans, poisoning the fish population.

BOutdated computer systems are being kept in service too long, halting technological breakthroughs.

CSpace for landfills is filling up quickly creating a need for additional transportation of waste.

Answer : C

Question 6

What could you consider when seeking to purchase greener paper?

AHow paper is manufactured

BThat it doesn't content any recycled paper

CThe content should be mainly made of virgin fiber