A report states an AI training used 1000 kWh and emitted 400 kg CO2. The power source emits 0.5 kg CO2 per kWh. What is wrong with this report?

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AThe CO2 emission is too low for the electricity used

BThe CO2 emission is too high for the electricity used

CThe electricity used is incorrectly measured

DThe emission factor should be 1.0 kg CO2 per kWh

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Calculate expected CO2 emission
1000 kWh x 0.5 kg CO2/kWh = 500 kg CO2 expected.
Step 2: Compare with reported emission
Reported emission is 400 kg CO2, which is lower than expected.
Step 3: Identify error
The CO2 emission reported is too low for the electricity used.
Final Answer:
The CO2 emission is too low for the electricity used -> Option A
Quick Check:
Reported emission < expected = too low [OK]

Quick Trick: Check emission = electricity x emission factor [OK]

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