Electric Power Systems week 4

Energy Production, Distribution & Safety


Electric Power Systems
week 4

RENEWABLE ENERGY & SMART GRID TECHNOLOGIES

LATEST SUBMISSION GRADE
100%

1.Question 1
Fossil fuels have been a fundamental source of energy since its inception. Which of the following is not an argument for why we should change fuel sources?


Balance of trade

Sustainable fuel sources are more reliable 24/7

Supplies are running out

Use of fossil fuels contributes to global climate change
Correct
Correct!
1 / 1 point

2.Question 2
Which of the following is not a sustainable energy source?


Coal

Solar

Biomass

Geothermal
Correct
Correct!
1 / 1 point

3.Question 3
All renewable energy sources are sustainable.


False

True
Correct
Correct!
1 / 1 point

4.Question 4
Which of the following can be smart technologies? Choose all that apply.


Sensors and measuring devices
Correct
Although your answer is correct it is not the only kind of smart technology. Please refer to the lecture in module 4 for more information.

Automated thermostat
Correct
Although your answer is correct it is not the only kind of smart technology. Please refer to the lecture in module 4 for more information.

Home area networks
Correct
Although your answer is correct it is not the only kind of smart technology. Please refer to the lecture in module 4 for more information.

Meters that record interval data
Correct
Although your answer is correct it is not the only kind of smart technology. Please refer to the lecture in module 4 for more information.
1 / 1 point

5.Question 5
Which of these adds the most carbon dioxide to the atmosphere?


Wind

Solar

Hydroelectric

They all add the same amount.
Correct
Correct!
1 / 1 point

6.Question 6
Which of the following does not derive its energy from the sun?


Nuclear

Wind

Biomass

Hydroelectric
Correct
Correct!
1 / 1 point

7.Question 7
Which of the following is enabled by smart grids? Choose all that apply.


Automatic fault prevention, isolation and restoration
Correct
Although your answer is correct it is not the only answer enabled by smart grids. Please refer to the lecture in module 4 for more information.

Validation of energy efficiency programs

Distributed generation
Correct
Although your answer is correct it is not the only answer enabled by smart grids. Please refer to the lecture in module 4 for more information.

Condition based preventative maintenance
Correct
Although your answer is correct it is not the only answer enabled by smart grids. Please refer to the lecture in module 4 for more information.
1 / 1 point

8.Question 8
Why should smart grid technologies be used? Choose all that apply


It diminishes the performance of the electric generation and distribution grid

It can increase consumer interaction with the grid
Correct
Although your answer is correct it is not the only reason smart grids technologies should be used. Please refer to the lecture in module 4 for more information.

It generates billions of data points from thousands of system devices from hundreds of thousands of customers
Correct
Although your answer is correct it is not the only reason smart grids technologies should be used. Please refer to the lecture in module 4 for more information.

It adds intelligence to all areas of the electric power system to optimize electricity use
Correct
Although your answer is correct it is not the only reason smart grids technologies should be used. Please refer to the lecture in module 4 for more information.
1 / 1 point

9.Question 9
Which of the following statements is true?


Energy resources are equally available to all

Sustainable energy has three key components: renewable energy, environmental effect, and energy efficiency.

A renewable energy source is an energy source that can be used for centuries without depleting natural resources.

Energy resources can vary in performance based on location.
Correct
Correct!
1 / 1 point

10.Question 10
Which of the following statements about solar power is false?


The system has no moving parts.

Solar panels can have efficiency up to 70%.

Large area is needed to generate power.

Power available is dependent on geography.
Correct
Correct!

Comments

Popular posts from this blog

Introduction to solar cells