Question

14. Which of the following statements correctly defines balance point temperature?

A. The inside temperature at which cooling is required
B. The outside temperature at which point ventilation isn't required
C. The outside temperature at which point heat loss from the building equals internal heat gain
D. The inside temperature at which point backup heat comes on

Answer 1

C. The outside temperature at which point heat loss from the building equals internal heat gain

Step-by-step explanation:

The balance point temperature (also known as "balance temperature" or "neutral temperature") is the outside temperature at which the heat loss from a building equals the internal heat gain. At this point, no heating or cooling is required to maintain a comfortable indoor temperature. The balance point temperature is used in building design and HVAC system design to determine the appropriate size and type of heating and cooling equipment needed for a building.