Question 6013 of 223 · California Water Treatment Operator Exam
A pump discharge has a head of 150 ft. What is the pressure at the bottom of that column of water in psi?
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Correct answer to question 6013
- B: 64.9 psi
Explanation
psi = head / 2.31 = 150 / 2.31 = 64.9. Multiplying by 2.31 gives 346.5.
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