44 Questions
What is the main focus of design according to the passage?
Design should prioritize accommodating the needs of the elderly population.
Why is it stated that there is no average person on which to base a design?
Because individual differences influence the degree of change in mobility, balance, and perception as one ages.
What factor contributes to the relative wealth of retiring boomers?
Company-funded retirement, private savings, and Social Security
What does the provided figure indicate about the U.S. population in 2030?
The population over 65 will increase moderately.
What formula did Paul Erhlich and John Holdren use to illustrate the relationship of people, per capita rate of consumption, and the economic efficiency of consumption?
I = PAT (Impact = Population × Affluence × Technology)
What did the Brundtland Commission recognize in 1987, as mentioned in the text?
The necessity of adopting a sustainable approach to development
What percentage of the earth's land surface is under the management of people, as mentioned in the text?
60%
What did Paul Erhlich and John Holdren's formula I = PAT illustrate?
The impact of population, affluence, and technology on the environment
What is necessary for society to avoid or at least minimize environmental impacts of human behavior?
Adopting a sustainable approach to development
What did the Brundtland Commission publish in 1987?
'Our Common Future'
What was the main focus of the President’s Council on Sustainable Development (PCSD)?
Economic prosperity and social equity
How is sustainability defined?
Meeting the needs of the future generations without compromising the needs of the present
What is meant by 'equity' in the context of sustainability?
Equal opportunities for all individuals
What is the main challenge in achieving sustainability according to the text?
Reconciling economic interests with environmental interests
Why is landscape fragmentation a concern in sustainability?
It leads to a loss of biodiversity and resilience in landscapes
What are some public health impacts of certain development patterns mentioned in the text?
Reduced air quality and an increase in sedentary lifestyles
What is responsible for 48 percent of the increase in greenhouse gases produced by the United States since 1990?
Emissions from buildings
How has the pattern of growth in the United States changed?
Development is occurring further from urban centers due to road improvements
What is expected to be the primary cause of population growth in the United States by 2050?
Immigration and its impact on population growth
What is the main takeaway regarding energy consumption and population increase according to the text?
Total energy use rises as the U.S. population increases despite flat per capita trend in energy
Why is it necessary to build an equivalent of a city the size of Chicago every year going forward?
To cater to population increases expected in the coming decades
What percentage of U.S. development can be explained by population growth?
50%
What is one of the reasons for resistance to change in technology adoption within land development and construction?
Lack of awareness and demand
What is the primary responsibility of the site design professional in introducing more sustainable practices to site development?
Implementing guidelines
What is the main impact of introducing new regulatory or permitting programs, as mentioned in the text?
Resistance to change
What is the significance of the table titled 'Relative Environmental Risks' (Table 1.1) in the text?
It highlights the need for change in land development principles.
What is the timeframe mentioned in the text for technology to move from research and development to use in land development and construction?
20-30 years
What is the role of public officials and reviewers in relation to sustainable design practices, according to the text?
Educating the public and elected officials
What is stated as a failure of planning rather than success, based on the text?
Encouraging and subsidizing unsustainable growth
What is the primary factor contributing to unsustainable growth as described in the text?
Development without real population growth
What is highlighted as a familiar experience for most professionals according to the text?
Resistance to change
What does the text suggest as an exciting aspect for design professionals?
Leadership in determining design principles
What is the projected U.S. population by 2050?
420 million
According to the U.S. Census, how many people in the United States were over 50 years old in 2000?
77 million
Which area is experiencing much of the population growth in the United States?
Southwest and southeast
Which states had the largest population of older residents in 2003?
California
Where are populations growing older according to the text?
Midwestern and northeastern states
Which states are well known as retirement destinations?
Florida and California
Which states had the fastest growing populations over age 65?
Nevada and Alaska
What percentage of the population is expected to be aged 65 or older by 2030?
~20%
What is expected to happen beyond 20 years from 2010 according to the text?
Boomer retirements will continue after 20 years.
What is noted as a microcosm of various characteristics according to the text?
Adult community
What age group is currently the fastest growing in the United States according to the text?
85+ group
What is expected to double by 2025 according to the text?
Number of older people in certain states
This quiz explores the environmental, economic, energy, and public health issues stemming from development trends since 1960 and the need for change. It delves into the factors driving growth in the United States and the impacts of growth control programs.
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