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Lighting selection

In a materials reference showroom, an area of study carrels is set aside for industry professionals to review product literature and reference materials. The showroom's reference center is open from 7 am through 10 pm every day and the owners of the center would like to reduce the energy consumption and expense. Which of the following is the best choice of lighting selection for this portion of the center.
A. ambient lighting
B. general illumination
C. task lighting
D. accent lighting



Answer is C. task lighting would permit energy conservation as light at unused carrels can be turned off or lowered.

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