Question 7021 of 229 · California Water Distribution Operator Exam
A meter reads 482,500 gallons on May 1 and 497,200 gallons on May 15. What is the average daily use over those 14 days?
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Correct answer to question 7021
- D: 1,050 gpd
Explanation
Use = (497,200 - 482,500) / 14 = 14,700 / 14 = 1,050 gallons per day. Dividing by 12 instead of 14 days gives 1,225.
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