Cambridge IGCSE · Environmental Management (0680)

Energy demand: Practice Questions

5 multiple-choice questions marked as you go, and 5 written questions with worked solutions. All on Energy demand.

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Question 1

1 mark

In which sector would the demand for energy be most significantly reduced by a shift towards the use of bicycles and electric trains?

Question 2

1 mark

How does climate typically influence the seasonal demand for energy in countries located at high latitudes?

Question 3

1 mark

How does an increase in personal and national wealth typically affect the domestic demand for energy in a country?

Question 4

1 mark

A government introduces a new policy to reduce energy demand in the transport sector. Which measure would be most effective for achieving this goal?

Question 5

1 mark

If a nation transitions its economy from heavy manufacturing to service industries, what is the most likely impact on its industrial energy demand?

Question 6

3 marks

Describe how climate influences the domestic demand for energy in regions with long, cold winters.

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Question 7

5 marks

Analyze why regions with arid climates might experience higher domestic energy demands compared to temperate regions, specifically referencing the use of technology.

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Question 8

3 marks

Identify two distinct economic factors that can cause a sudden increase in the industrial demand for energy in a rapidly developing nation.

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Question 9

3 marks

The demand for energy varies significantly between different countries and regions.
(a) Identify two factors that influence the domestic demand for energy in a household.
(b) Briefly explain how a change in climate can lead to an increase in national energy consumption.

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Question 10

7 marks

Rapid industrialization in a developing nation has led to a surge in energy consumption.
(a) Discuss how national wealth (GDP) and the growth of the industrial sector influence a country's total energy demand.
(b) Explain the impact of climate on the seasonal fluctuations of domestic energy demand in temperate regions.
(c) Predict how the implementation of transport policies, such as subsidies for electric vehicles, might alter the long-term energy demand profile of an urban population.

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