Water distribution practice test D1 /D2
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The only absolutely reliable method of backflow prevention is the use of ✔✔Air Gap
The bubbles formed in a positive multiple tube fermentati
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Water distribution practice test D1 /D2
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The only absolutely reliable method of backflow prevention is the use of ✔✔Air Gap
The bubbles formed in a positive multiple tube fermentation test are ✔✔Carbon Dioxide
The maximum rate of withdrawal of gas from a 150lb chlorine cylinder in 24-hours is ✔✔40 lbs
If you encounter a liquid chlorine leak in a one tone container, what action should you take first,
to reduce the severity of the leak? ✔✔Rotate the container to place the leak at the top
The most commonly used water disinfectant in the United States is ✔✔Chlorine
When collecting a distribution system sample, the water should be allowed to run for a period of
time prior to sample collection. How long ✔✔As long as necessary to permit cleaning of service
line
Sample bottles wich are furnished by a certified laboratory for collection of bacteriological
samples ✔✔Are ready to use
The difference between water pressure upstream and downstream of a pump when it is not in
operations is know as the ✔✔Total static head
A device that automatically shuts off flow in an elevated storage tank when the water level in the
tank reache a preset level is termed a ✔✔Altitude valve
In an occupied trench requiring personal egress what is the maximum allowable distance
between a worker and an exit letter ✔✔25 feet
A water bearing formation in the soil is referred to as ✔✔An aquifer
The distance between the static water level and the pumping water level is termed the
✔✔Drawdown
To prevent the entry of surface contamination into a well is the purpose of ✔✔Sanitary seal
The presence of coliform bacteria in a distribution system ✔✔Indicates that pathogenic
organisms may be present also
The most common valve type in water distribution system is the ✔✔Gate valve
A Venturi is a device used to ✔✔Measure water flow
Backspin is occurring after well shut down this indicates ✔✔A faulty check valve
A ph reading of 6.0 units indicates the water sample is ✔✔Slightly acidic
Chlorine gas ✔✔Is heavier than air
The change in what're demand during the course of a day is called ✔✔Diurnal variation
Catholic protection is a system used for ✔✔Metallic corrosion inhibition
The elevation of the free surface in a water table well wich is not running is called ✔✔Static
water level
The maximum momentary load placed on a water supply system is known as ✔✔Peak demand
Most below ground level storage tanks are constructed of ✔✔Concrete
Hey bacteriological sampling bottle should be ✔✔Filled carefully to leave a small air space
When fully open, wich of the following will have the lowest friction loss ✔✔Gate valve
Enclosed, open, and smi closed are terms used for the designation and selection of ✔✔Impellers
The process by wich water changes from the gas to the liquid form is called ✔✔Condensation
Sleeve type and victaulic couplings are the most common forms of ✔✔Mechanical couplings
The most commonly used meter on a small diameter domestic service is the ✔✔Mutating disc
meter
If a pump sounds like it's pumping rocks, the most likecly cause is ✔✔Cavitation
"Backflow Device" is termedused to describe a device that ✔✔Prevents back flow of potentially
contaminated source in to drinking water
Which is a devices used to measure flow ✔✔Weir
When closing a hydrant, it should be ✔✔Closed slowly to reduce surges
A bacteriological test that measures only the presence or absence of Califorms is ✔✔Colilert
A compound meter is a device which ✔✔Provides accurate reading over a wide range of flows
The rotating element in a centrifugal pump is commonly called the ✔✔Impeller
The packing gland serves many functions in a centrifugal pump. Among these is ✔✔Keep gritty
material from entering the packing box
What are the names of positive displacement pumps ✔✔Reciprocating and rotary
What is the practical maximum suction lift for a centrifugal pump in good working condition
✔✔15 to 25 feet
Residual chlorine refers to ✔✔The amount of chlorine in the chlorinated water after a selected
time
The lowest point of the inside of a pipe is known as the ✔✔Invert
If possible why should a main water leak be repaired under pressure ✔✔To prevent
contamination of the water line
A connection made in to a main that is full or under pressure is called a ✔✔Wet tap
Shoring is normally required for trenches of that minimum depth ✔✔5 feet
Standard first aid procedures direct that the first step to control bleeding is to ✔✔Apply pressure
directly to the wound
First aid for a first degree burn is to ✔✔Submerge the burned area in cold water
Chlorine leak can be detected by ✔✔Applying ammonia vapor
Red water problems are due primarily to ✔✔Iron
Portable water is defined as ✔✔Any whater that according to recognized standards is safe for
consumption
When testing a distribution system for chlorine samples residuals , you shoul ✔✔Test samples
from several points
A normally burried valve located on a street water main and leading to water service is known as
✔✔Corporation Stop
A new water main should be flushed disinfected at 50mg/L and held at above 25mg/L for at least
✔✔24 hours
What percent of all the earths water is readily available as potential drinking water in the form
Of lakes, rivers, and ground water? ✔✔0.34
What gass kills the sense of smell ✔✔Hydrogen sulfide
Pipe with a "C" factor of 140 is regarded as having an ✔✔Extremely smooth interior
Pumps are primed to ✔✔Replace air inside the pump with water
The drain hole in a dry barrel fire hydrant is designed to ✔✔remove water from the riser to
prevent freezing
An aquifer that is located underneath an aquiclude is called ✔✔A confined aquifer
Odors are not as noticeable when the water is ✔✔Cold
the freezing point of water is ✔✔32*F. Or 0*C
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