Question 7015 of 229 · California Water Distribution Operator Exam
A system uses 1.44 million gallons per day (MGD). What is the average flow in gpm?
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Correct answer to question 7015
- C: 1,000 gpm
Explanation
1,440,000 gal/day divided by 1,440 min/day = 1,000 gpm. Dividing by 24 gives gallons per hour.
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