Question 7027 of 229 · California Water Distribution Operator Exam

A pressure gauge on a well discharge reads 18 psi at ground level, with the pump off and a closed valve. How many feet of water is above the gauge?

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Correct answer to question 7027

  • A: 41.6 feet

Explanation

Head = 18 psi x 2.31 ft/psi = 41.6 feet. Dividing by 2.31 gives 7.8, which converts the wrong way.

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