Which of these changes will increase the energy loss of a building?(1 point)

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an increase in the R-value for the insulation materials used in the building
an increase in the R-value for the insulation materials used in the building

an increase in temperature difference between the inside and outside of the building
an increase in temperature difference between the inside and outside of the building

a decrease in the energy flux (W/m2) of the building
a decrease in the energy flux (W/m 2 ) of the building

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Answer 1

The change that will increase the energy loss of a building is:

an increase in temperature difference between the inside and outside of the building.

When the temperature difference rises, heat transfer through conduction (and other methods) becomes more significant, which leads to increased energy loss.