In the solar panels discussion, intermittency management refers to what?

• A. Intermittent maintenance schedules.
• B. Occasional grid blackouts.
• C. Variability in solar output due to weather and day-night cycles.
• D. Price fluctuations.

Answer: (C)

Intermittency management is about handling the variable output of solar power as weather and day-night cycles change. Solar production isn’t constant; it rises when the sun is out and strong, and falls with clouds, shading, or night. The goal is to anticipate and smooth those fluctuations so the grid remains reliable, using tools like forecasting, energy storage, and flexible generation. That’s why variability in solar output due to weather and day-night cycles best fits the idea of intermittency management. The other options describe tasks or outcomes (maintenance schedules, blackouts, price changes) that aren’t what intermittency management specifically addresses.