Refrigeration Load Calculations: Online Learning Quizzes

Question 1

The heat gain through a wall can be calculated using the formula:

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Q = U * A * (T1 - T2)

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Q = m * c * (T1 - T2)

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Q = h * A * (T1 - T2)

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Q = k * A * (T1 - T2) / L

Question 2

The sensible heat factor (SHF) is used to calculate the:

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Sensible heat load

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Latent heat load

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Total heat load

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Cooling capacity

Question 3

The purpose of an evaporator in a refrigeration system is to:

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Remove heat from the air

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Add heat to the air

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Compress the refrigerant

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Expand the refrigerant

Question 4

The purpose of a thermostatic expansion valve (TXV) is to:

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Control the flow of refrigerant

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Adjust the temperature of the evaporator

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Protect the compressor from overheating

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Filter impurities from the refrigerant

Question 5

What factor has the LEAST impact on the cooling load of a cold storage room?

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Refrigerant type

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Room temperature

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Wall insulation

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Air leakage

Question 6

Which of the following factors is NOT a significant influence on refrigeration load calculations?

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Floor height

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Outside air temperature

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Wall composition

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Internal heat sources

Question 7

The latent heat of vaporization of a substance refers to the amount of heat needed to transition it from a:

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Liquid to a gas

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Liquid to a solid

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Gas to a liquid

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Solid to a liquid

Question 8

Which heat transfer mode involves heat movement through a solid by direct contact?

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Conduction

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Convection

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Radiation

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Evaporation

Question 9

The total heat transfer rate across a wall is determined by:

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Combining conduction, convection, and radiation heat transfer rates

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Convection heat transfer rate only

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Conduction heat transfer rate only

Question 10

The sensible heat load refers to the heat required to alter air temperature:

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Without changing its moisture content

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To its boiling point

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To its dew point

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Along with its moisture content

Question 11

The latent heat load refers to the heat required for:

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Converting water from a liquid to a gas

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Condensing water from a gas to a liquid

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Lowering the temperature of air

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Raising the temperature of air

Question 12

Which of the following is categorized as an internal heat gain?

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Heat from lighting

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Sunlight

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Outside air

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Ventilation air

Question 13

What is the standard unit of measurement for refrigeration load?

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Btuh

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Watts

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kJ/h

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Tons

Question 14

Which method is primarily used to estimate the refrigeration load of a residential building?

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Manual J Calculation

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Transfer function method

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Degree-day method

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Bin method

Question 15

What is the primary purpose of a load profile?

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To predict the variation in refrigeration load over time

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To calculate the size of the refrigeration equipment

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To determine the total refrigeration load

Question 16

Which factor is NOT considered when selecting a refrigeration system?

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Aesthetics

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Capacity

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Reliability

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Efficiency

Question 17

What is the recommended safety factor to account for uncertainty in refrigeration load calculations?

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10-15%

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5-10%

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15-20%

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20-25%

Question 18

Which of the following is a common cause of excessive frost buildup on the evaporator coil?

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Low refrigerant charge

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High airflow rate

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Dirty condenser

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Oversized evaporator

Question 19

Which of the following is a benefit of using a parallel refrigeration system?

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Increased reliability and redundancy

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Reduced maintenance costs

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Lower initial investment

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Improved energy efficiency

Question 20

What is the unit of measurement typically used for sensible heat transfer in refrigeration calculations?

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BTU/h

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Tons

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Cubic feet per minute (CFM)

Question 21

Which of the following methods can be used to reduce the refrigeration load of a space?

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Insulation

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Increasing the infiltration rate

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Oversizing the refrigeration system

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Using a refrigerant with a high Global Warming Potential (GWP)

Question 22

What is the purpose of using a safety factor in refrigeration load calculations?

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To compensate for uncertainties and variations in load

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To increase the efficiency of the refrigeration system

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To reduce the required refrigeration capacity

Question 23

Approximately what is the value of the specific heat of air at constant pressure?

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0.24 BTU/(lbm*°F)

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0.12 BTU/(lbm*°F)

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0.36 BTU/(lbm*°F)

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0.48 BTU/(lbm*°F)

Question 24

Which method of refrigeration load calculation is based on empirical data and involves using tables and charts?

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ASHRAE Cooling Load Calculation Method

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Transfer Function Method

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2Heat Balance Method

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CFD Model

Question 25

The sensible heat factor (SHF) accounts for:

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Heat transfer due to temperature difference

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Heat transfer due to moisture content (latent heat)

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Heat transfer due to air infiltration

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Heat transfer due to solar radiation

Question 26

The latent heat of vaporization is the amount of heat required to:

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Convert a liquid to a gas at its boiling point

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Convert a gas to a liquid

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Raise the temperature of a substance

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Lower the temperature of a substance

Question 27

Infiltration is a factor that increases the cooling load of a refrigeration system because it:

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Introduces warm, moist air into the conditioned space

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Increases the air pressure in the conditioned space

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Reduces the humidity levels in the conditioned space

Question 28

The recommended indoor temperature for a typical office space is typically around:

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72°F to 74°F

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80°F to 82°F

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68°F to 70°F

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76°F to 78°F

Question 29

The primary function of a refrigeration system is to:

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Remove heat from a space or substance

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Circulate air in a space

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Control the humidity levels in a space

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Add heat to a space or substance

Question 30

Which of the following is NOT a type of heat gain in a refrigerated space?

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Latent heat of evaporation

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Infiltration

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Radiation

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Conduction

Question 31

Which of the following is a factor that affects the latent heat of a product?

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Moisture content

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Volume

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Temperature

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Mass

Question 32

What is the primary purpose of a room load calculation?

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To determine the cooling capacity required for a refrigeration system.

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To specify the type of refrigerant used in the refrigeration system.

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To estimate the operating cost of a refrigeration system.

Question 33

Which of the following is a type of evaporative condenser?

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Induced draft

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Expansion valve

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Compressor

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Condenser coil

Question 34

What is the function of a thermostatic expansion valve?

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To control the flow of refrigerant into the evaporator in response to evaporator conditions.

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To compress the refrigerant gas.

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To condense the refrigerant vapor.

Question 35

Which of the following is a safety device used in refrigeration systems?

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Pressure relief valve

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Condenser

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Evaporator

Question 36

What is the purpose of a sight glass in a refrigeration system?

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To observe the flow of refrigerant in the liquid line.

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To filter the refrigerant.

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To measure the refrigerant level.

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To measure the refrigerant pressure.

Question 37

What is the purpose of a refrigerant accumulator?

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To store excess refrigerant during the off cycle to prevent liquid refrigerant from entering the compressor.

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To filter the refrigerant.

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To cool the refrigerant.

Question 38

The evaporator in a refrigeration system primarily functions to:

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Absorb heat from the refrigerated space.

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Condense refrigerant gas.

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Control refrigerant flow.

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Provide structural support.

Question 39

Superheating refrigerant gas before it reaches the compressor serves to:

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Prevent liquid refrigerant from entering the compressor.

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Reduce compressor energy consumption.

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Enhance condenser's heat rejection.

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Increase evaporator's cooling capability.

Question 40

A capillary tube expansion device offers the advantage of:

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Low cost and simplicity.

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Adjustable flow rate

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High efficiency

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Wide operating range

Question 41

The primary distinction between a split-system air conditioner and a window-type unit is that:

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Split-systems consist of separate indoor and outdoor units, while window-type units are self-contained.

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Window-type units provide better air distribution.

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Window-type units are more energy-efficient.

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Split-systems operate at higher refrigerant pressures.

Question 42

In a refrigeration system, the condenser function is to:

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Release heat to the surroundings.

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Expand the refrigerant

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Compress the refrigerant

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Filter the refrigerant

Question 43

Which of the following is NOT a factor considered in calculating refrigeration load?

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Building orientation

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Equipment heat gain

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External heat gain

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Internal heat gain

Question 44

Which heat transfer process involves the transfer of heat through the movement of a fluid?

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Convection

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Radiation

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Conduction

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Evaporation

Question 45

Which of the following is a good conductor of heat, often used in heat exchangers?

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Copper

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Wood

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Glass

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Insulation

Question 46

In a refrigeration system, the primary component responsible for absorbing heat from the refrigerated space is known as the:

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Evaporator

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Expansion valve

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Compressor

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Condenser

Question 47

When calculating lighting heat gain for a space, which method is commonly used to estimate the heat generated by lighting fixtures?

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Watts per square foot

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British thermal units per hour

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Cubic feet per minute

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Tons of refrigeration

Question 48

Which of the following is not a type of diversity factor used in load calculations?

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Safety factor

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Simultaneous use factor

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Use factor

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Occupancy factor

Question 49

What is a key reason for including a safety factor in refrigeration load calculations?

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To account for uncertainties and variations in operating conditions and assumptions

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To reduce the calculated load

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To increase the calculated load

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To simplify the calculation

Question 50

A refrigerated space is maintained at 35°F (1.7°C) while the ambient temperature is 75°F (23.9°C). What is the temperature difference used in refrigeration load calculations?

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40°F (4.4°C)

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75°F (23.9°C)

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35°F (1.7°C)

Question 51

Which of the following factors DOES NOT directly influence refrigeration load?

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Refrigerant type

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Infiltration rate

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Product load

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Insulation thickness

Question 52

A walk-in cooler with 1000 square feet of floor space has a heat gain of 1000 BTUs per hour per square foot. What is the total refrigeration load?

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1,000,000 BTUs per hour

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100,000 BTUs per hour

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10,000 BTUs per hour

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1000 BTUs per hour

Question 53

Which heat transfer method is primarily responsible for heat gain through the walls and ceiling of a refrigerated space?

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Conduction

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Evaporation

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Radiation

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Convection

Question 54

A supermarket's refrigeration system operates for 12 hours per day. If the daily refrigeration load is 24,000 BTUs, what is the average hourly load?

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2000 BTUs per hour

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2400 BTUs per hour

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1200 BTUs per hour

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24,000 BTUs per hour

Question 55

What is the primary purpose of a refrigeration load calculation?

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To determine the required cooling capacity of the refrigeration system.

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To estimate the cost of operating the refrigeration system.

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To identify the optimal refrigerant for the system.

Question 56

Which of the following factors is NOT considered when calculating infiltration heat gain?

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Refrigerant type

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Temperature difference

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Air density

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Air exchange rate

Question 57

A meat display case with a surface area of 10 square feet has a heat transfer coefficient of 2 BTUs per hour per square foot per degree Fahrenheit. The temperature difference is 30°F. What is the heat gain due to conduction?

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600 BTUs per hour

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300 BTUs per hour

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20 BTUs per hour

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30 BTUs per hour

Question 58

A refrigerated space experiences a heat gain of 10,000 BTUs per hour from product load. How many tons of refrigeration capacity is required to compensate for this load?

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0.91 tons

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10 tons

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1 ton

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100 tons

Question 59

Which of the following statements accurately describes the relationship between refrigeration load and operating costs?

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Higher refrigeration load generally leads to higher operating costs.

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Lower refrigeration load generally leads to higher operating costs.

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Refrigeration load has no impact on operating costs.