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Which of the following is the least expensive? 


A)  hydroelectricity 
B)  tidal energy 
C)  improving energy efficiency 
D)  photovoltaics

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Which statement best describes superinsulated houses? 


A)  They are primarily heated by active solar energy. 
B)  They are not suited for Canadian winters. 
C)  They typically cost 40% more to build than conventional houses of the same size. 
D)  They are primarily heated by passive solar energy.

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What is used to cool a house during warm weather as part of a passive solar system? 


A)  earth tubes and tanks buried underground 
B)  coniferous trees to block the summer sun 
C)  large un-insulated windows 
D)  foil sheets under the floor

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What is the most energy-efficient way to heat a house? 


A)  superinsulation coupled with active solar heating and electric resistance heating produced by a nuclear power plant 
B)  superinsulation coupled with active solar heating and a natural gas furnace 
C)  superinsulation coupled with passive solar and electric resistance heating produced by a nuclear power plant 
D)  superinsulation coupled with passive solar heating and a high-efficiency natural gas furnace

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What are some sources of biomass fuels?

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Which of the following is most likely to characterize a sustainable energy future? 


A)  larger, regional power plants 
B)  reducing taxes on fossil fuels 
C)  removing subsidies from renewable energy research and development 
D)  energy management systems

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