Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology

It's more efficient to leave the air conditioner running at a minimal level during the day than to shut it off and have to re-cool the house again later.

  1. True

  2. False
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B Correct answer
Explanation

It is a common myth that leaving AC running continuously saves energy. In reality, turning off the AC when not needed and turning it back on later is more energy-efficient. The energy consumed by running the AC all day at minimal level exceeds the energy needed to cool the space again later.

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