Which of the Following Is an Example of Cogeneration

question 7

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of cogeneration?

• A) A power plant uses water to cool electricity-generating turbines, then lets the hot water cool in large cooling ponds.
• B) A power plant burns coal to produce electricity, and uses "scrubbers" to reduce pollution.
• C) A power plant takes steam left over after electricity production and uses it to heat buildings.
• D) A power plant uses water to cool electricity-generating turbines, then releases the hot water into a nearby lake.

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Definitions:

Normal Balance

The usual balance side (debit or credit) of an account, determined by the type of account, which helps in maintaining the double-entry accounting system.

Temporary/Permanent

Refers to the nature of differences affecting financial reporting; temporary differences resolve over time, whereas permanent differences do not.

Principal Plus

A term indicating the original amount of investment or loan plus any accrued interest or profits.

Accrued Interest

Income from interest that has been accrued but neither received nor documented in the financial records.