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In a life cycle assessment, which of the following can often be quantified?

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MCQ

Type

practice

Style

Topic

Life cycle assessment and recycling

Question

  1. A. Water use
  2. B. Aesthetic appeal
  3. C. Brand reputation
  4. D. Market demand

Answer

Water use

Explanation

Water use is one of the factors that can be quantified in a life cycle assessment to evaluate environmental impact.

Common mistake

Quantifying Environmental Impacts

Students often confuse the types of resource use that can be quantified in an LCA, thinking that all environmental impacts can be measured numerically.

Focus on understanding that only specific aspects like water use, resource use, energy use, and certain wastes are typically quantified in an LCA.

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