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Which of the following is a component of a smart grid?

Non-renewable energy resources
Traditional metering infrastructure
Smart distribution boards (correct)
Inefficient appliances

What is the purpose of load control switches in a smart grid?

To control the flow of electricity (correct)
To generate renewable energy
To monitor energy usage
To increase energy consumption

What type of energy resources can be integrated into a smart grid?

Fossil fuels
Traditional power plants
Non-renewable energy resources
Energy efficient resources (correct)

What is the role of fiber broadband in a smart grid?

To connect and monitor smart devices (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of sufficient spare 'dark' capacity in a smart grid?

To ensure failover in case of power outage (D) Signup and view all the answers

Match the following components of a smart grid with their descriptions:

Smart meters = Utility side devices for advanced metering infrastructure Load control switches = Used to control and manage energy consumption Renewable energy resources = Includes energy storage and charging capacities Fiber broadband = Used to connect and monitor smart grid components Signup and view all the answers

Match the following smart grid features with their functions:

Advanced metering infrastructure = Enables efficient monitoring of energy usage Smart distribution boards = Integrate home control and demand response Auto-smart switch = Used for efficient distribution of electric surplus Efficiency gains on municipal programs = Often used to finance smart appliances Signup and view all the answers

Match the following smart grid concepts with their explanations:

Sufficient utility grade fiber broadband = Ensures reliable connectivity for the smart grid 'Dark' capacity = Reserved capacity to ensure failover in case of emergencies Power conditioning = Improves the quality of electrical power Home control and demand response = Enables consumers to manage their energy usage Signup and view all the answers

Match the following smart grid terms with their definitions:

PACE financing = A method to finance energy-efficient resources in a smart grid Client-side scripting = A type of programming used for web applications Database queries = Used to retrieve information from a database Styling web pages = A task performed using CSS in web development Signup and view all the answers

Match the following smart grid elements with their roles:

Power lines = Used for the distribution of electric surplus Smart appliances = Contribute to energy efficiency in a smart grid Batteries = Can be charged using renewable energy resources in a smart grid Circuit breakers = Integrated with home control and demand response in a smart grid Signup and view all the answers