Understanding Daylight Savings Time

What is the main reason for the time difference between Vancouver and Sydney during daylight savings time?

• Vancouver and Sydney change their clocks on different dates.

• Vancouver and Sydney are in the same time zone.

• Vancouver and Sydney are in different hemispheres.

• Vancouver and Sydney do not use daylight savings time.

Why was daylight savings time originally adopted in America?

• To align with international time standards.

• To increase the amount of sunlight during winter months.

• To shift daylight hours for better utilization.

• To help farmers with their schedules.

What is a common misconception about the benefits of daylight savings time for farmers?

• It helps them save energy.

• It aligns their work with market hours.

• It allows them to work longer hours.

• It confuses their schedules.

What did a 2008 study reveal about the energy savings of daylight savings time?

• It increases energy usage due to heating and cooling.

• It has no impact on energy usage.

• It only saves energy in urban areas.

• It significantly reduces energy consumption.

What percentage of Americans in 2013 believed daylight savings time was worthwhile?

• 60%

• 25%

• 37%

• 50%