Task 5 Evaluate Planet and Prosperity Impacts for a Given Scenario CSPP Practice Questions (Page 3)

Questions 11–15

1. 11foundation · easy

   A construction project is located near a wetland. Which sustainability issue is most directly relevant to this location?

   • ASoil erosion from wind in arid regions
   • BNoise pollution from construction equipment
   • CWater consumption for landscaping
   • DBiological diversity and potential habitat disruption
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2. 12foundation · easy

   A project is expected to generate social and environmental benefits beyond financial returns. Which feasibility calculation method is best suited to capture these broader impacts?

   • ASimple payback period
   • BBreak-even analysis
   • CNet present value (NPV) of financial cash flows
   • DSocial return on investment (SROI)
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4. 13application · medium

   A city is planning a new public park on a brownfield site. The soil is contaminated with heavy metals from a previous industrial use. The city's sustainability goal is to create a safe green space for the community. Which approach is most sustainable?

   • AExcavate the contaminated soil and transport it to a licensed landfill, then import clean soil.
   • BUse phytoremediation, planting specific plants that absorb heavy metals from the soil over several years.
   • CCover the contaminated soil with a layer of clean topsoil and plant grass.
   • DAbandon the park project and leave the site as it is.
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5. 14application · medium

   A hospital is replacing its single-use plastic surgical kits with a reusable metal kit system. The reusable kits require washing, sterilization, and repackaging between uses, which consumes water, energy, and detergents. The hospital's sustainability committee must decide whether to proceed. Which consideration is most important in this decision?

   • AThe upfront cost of purchasing the reusable kits, since the hospital has a limited capital budget.
   • BThe total lifecycle impact of the reusable kits, including the energy and water used in sterilization, compared to the single-use kits.
   • CThe preference of the surgical staff, who are used to the convenience of single-use kits.
   • DThe fact that single-use kits are already paid for under the current supply contract.
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6. 15foundation · easy

   A project is expected to create jobs and increase spending in the local community. Which type of impact is this primarily assessing?

   • ASustainability reporting
   • BESG disclosures
   • CLocal economic impact
   • DIndirect benefits
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