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What is one way to minimize transport costs and environmental impacts when designing buildings?

Choosing materials randomly
Opting for fast construction methods
Prioritizing luxury over sustainability
Using techniques to conserve energy (correct)

Why is it recommended to learn from local traditions in sustainable building design?

To ignore environmental impacts
To increase transport costs
For faster construction
To reduce emissions to land, water, and air (correct)

Why should the function of a building be set as a priority in design?

To ensure adaptability for use (correct)
To ignore interior comfort
To maximize material waste
To increase maintenance costs

What is critical for the long life of a building according to sustainable construction principles?

Quality of construction and applied materials (D) Signup and view all the answers

How does sustainable construction aim to reduce emissions?

By conserving energy (B) Signup and view all the answers

What type of construction materials should be avoided in sustainable building design?

Non-renewable resources (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why is interior comfort a crucial factor in sustainable building design?

To ensure safety and flexibility (D) Signup and view all the answers

What role do local traditions play in sustainable building design?

Enhancing material and design choices (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key consideration when selecting techniques for construction in sustainable building design?

Learning from traditional methods to minimize impact on the environment (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why should designers prioritize the use of renewable resources in building materials?

To reduce environmental impact in the long term (C) Signup and view all the answers

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