Take the Energy Conservation Quiz!

Test your knowledge with our energy conservation quiz. Check back on the Monday, September 29th for the answers. Best of luck!

1. Which is more efficient?
   A. One 60-watt incandescent bulb
   B. Two 15-watt CFL bulbs



2. Does premium (high octane) gas improve an automobile's fuel efficiency?
   A. Yes
   B. No



3. How much energy does a ceiling fan use?
   A. Equal to a 40-watt lightbulb
   B. Equal to microwave use for 5 minutes
   C. Equal to 3/4 of the dishwasher
   D. Equal to a 100-watt lightbulb



4. How often should you change your disposable filters for central air conditioner/heating units?
   A. Once a year
   B. Once a week
   C. Once a month
   D. Once every 6 months



5. If you raise your thermostat, you can reduce your cooling costs by…
   A. 1-3 percent
   B. 5-10 percent
   C. 12-17 percent
   D. 15-20 percent



6. At what speed should you roll the windows up and turn on the AC in your car for it to run most efficient?
   A. 27MPH
   B. 31MPH
   C. 40MPH
   D. 65MPH



7. When you open the oven door, it drops the temperature how many degrees?
   A. 10 degrees
   B. 15 degrees
   C. 20 degrees
   D. 25 degrees



8. Shading air conditioning units with trees or shrubs, can help the unit run up to how much more efficient?
   A. 2 percent
   B. 4 percent
   C. 8 percent
   D. 10 percent



9. The optimal temperature setting of a refrigerator is…
   A. 20-27 degrees
   B. 32-39 degrees
   C. 30-35 degrees
   D. 40-43 degrees



10. The optimal temperature setting of a hot water heater is…
    A. 120–125 degrees
    B. 110-115 degrees
    C. 135-145 degrees
    D. 150-165 degrees

We’ll be posting the answers next Monday.

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