Quiz 2- Energy Options

1. Solar photovoltaics systems are characterized by which of the following:

A. Minimal operation and maintenance requirements
B. High initial investment costs
A & B

2. Wind is usually less expensive than solar photovoltaics for locations with an adequate wind resource. True or false?

True
False

3. Which of the following systems provides the most electricity for a rural community?

100 W solar array
100 W wind system
100 W micro-hydro system
All three systems generate the same amount of electricity

4. Fuel costs represent the largest ongoing cost of operating a generator set. True or false?

True
False