A LEED project requires construction waste diversion of 75%. The project generates 200 tons of waste, with 140 tons recycled and 10 tons donated. What additional diversion is needed?
Correct Answer
D) 10 tons
75% of 200 tons = 150 tons required diversion. Current diversion: 140 + 10 = 150 tons. Wait, let me recalculate: 140 + 10 = 150 tons, which meets the 150-ton requirement exactly.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
The correct answer is actually A, not D as stated. The LEED requirement is 75% waste diversion of 200 tons, which equals 150 tons. The project has already achieved 140 tons recycled + 10 tons donated = 150 tons total diversion. Since 150 tons meets the exact requirement of 150 tons, no additional diversion is needed.
Why the Other Options Are Wrong
Option B: 25 tons
25 tons is incorrect because it assumes only 125 tons have been diverted when actually 150 tons have been diverted (140 recycled + 10 donated), which already meets the requirement.
Option C: 50 tons
10 tons is incorrect because the requirement has already been met exactly. The calculation shows 150 tons needed and 150 tons achieved, so zero additional diversion is required.
Memory Technique
Remember 'RAD' - Recycling, And Donation both count toward waste diversion totals in LEED calculations
Reference Hint
LEED Reference Guide for Building Design and Construction - Materials and Resources section on Construction and Demolition Waste Management
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