Question

you work for greene-mann landscaping company. a prospective client sends you the e-mail below:
i would like to plant a tree in my backyard. we like to eat outside, and in the summer, the hot sun burns down on our deck at dinnertime. i would like a tree that will be quick and easy to grow.
based on the document shown, what would you recommend for this client?
a. an evergreen tree planted on the windy side of the house
b. an evergreen tree planted on the south side of the house
c. a deciduous tree planted on the windy side of the house
d. a deciduous tree planted on the south side of the house
e. a deciduous tree planted on the west side of the house

Explanation:

The client wants shade in summer (when sun is strong on the deck, likely south - facing for summer sun in many regions) and a quick - growing tree. Deciduous trees grow relatively quickly and provide shade in summer (with leaves) and let light through in winter (when leaves fall). The south side of the house would get strong summer sun, so a deciduous tree on the south side (option D) makes sense. Option A and B: Evergreen trees keep leaves year - round, but the client may not want shade in winter, and windy side is not related to sun exposure. Option C: Windy side doesn't address the sun problem. Option E: West side is not as relevant for summer dinnertime sun as south side.

Answer:

D. A deciduous tree planted on the south side of the house