LADWP METER READER EXAM — CLASS 1611
NEWEST EVALUATED EXAM PRACTICE 150
QUESTIONS 2025 -2026| ORIGINAL
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS | DETAILED
RATIONALES |*HINTED* COMPLETE EXAM
PREP GRADED A+ **INSTANT DOWNLOAD
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1. A meter reader arrives at a property where the electric meter
display is partially obscured by dirt, but several digits can still be
distinguished. What should the meter reader do?
A. Estimate the unreadable digits from the previous bill
B. Record only the digits that are visible
C. Clean or otherwise safely access the meter so the complete reading
can be obtained
D. Use the customer's reported usage
Answer: C. Clean or otherwise safely access the meter so the complete
reading can be obtained
An accurate meter reading requires obtaining the complete register
reading. Estimating or relying on customer information can produce an
inaccurate billing record.
2. A previous electric meter reading was 48,275 kWh. The current
reading is 49,016 kWh. What is the consumption?
,A. 641 kWh
B. 741 kWh
C. 751 kWh
D. 1,741 kWh
Answer: B. 741 kWh
Subtracting the previous reading from the current reading gives 49,016
− 48,275 = 741 kWh.
3. A meter reader encounters a locked gate preventing access to a
meter. The meter is not visible from the public area. What is the
most appropriate action?
A. Enter through the gate without permission
B. Estimate the reading from the previous reading
C. Follow established access and reporting procedures
D. Ask a neighbor for the customer's meter reading
Answer: C. Follow established access and reporting procedures
Meter readers must not bypass access restrictions or enter
unauthorized areas. Proper procedures should be followed when a
meter cannot be accessed.
4. A meter register displays 007845. If the register records whole
units, what reading should be entered?
A. 784.5
B. 7,845
C. 78,450
D. 784,500
Answer: B. 7,845
,Leading zeros do not change the numerical value of the meter reading.
5. A meter reader observes that the current reading is lower than
the previous reading on a mechanical register. What should the
reader do first?
A. Automatically subtract the current reading from the previous reading
B. Assume the meter has malfunctioned and replace it
C. Verify the meter and reading information and follow the applicable
procedure
D. Add the two readings together
Answer: C. Verify the meter and reading information and follow the
applicable procedure
A lower reading can result from several circumstances, including meter
replacement or register rollover. The reading should be verified rather
than automatically calculating consumption.
6. A meter reader must read several meters in different locations.
Which practice most directly reduces errors?
A. Memorizing all readings before recording them
B. Recording each reading carefully at the time it is obtained
C. Recording only unusually high readings
D. Waiting until the end of the route to record all readings
Answer: B. Recording each reading carefully at the time it is obtained
Immediate and accurate recording reduces memory errors and prevents
readings from being associated with the wrong account or meter.
, 7. A customer approaches a meter reader and asks for the
customer's account balance. What is the most appropriate
response?
A. Provide the balance if the customer gives the address
B. Read the balance directly from the meter
C. Follow departmental procedures regarding customer account
information
D. Ask the customer to provide a driver's license number and then
disclose the balance
Answer: C. Follow departmental procedures regarding customer
account information
Meter-reading duties do not automatically authorize disclosure of
account information. Departmental procedures govern what
information may be provided.
8. A meter reader walks 1.8 miles during the first portion of a route
and 2.35 miles during the second portion. How far has the reader
traveled?
A. 3.15 miles
B. 3.95 miles
C. 4.05 miles
D. 4.15 miles
Answer: C. 4.15 miles
1.80 + 2.35 = 4.15 miles.
NEWEST EVALUATED EXAM PRACTICE 150
QUESTIONS 2025 -2026| ORIGINAL
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS | DETAILED
RATIONALES |*HINTED* COMPLETE EXAM
PREP GRADED A+ **INSTANT DOWNLOAD
PDF**
1. A meter reader arrives at a property where the electric meter
display is partially obscured by dirt, but several digits can still be
distinguished. What should the meter reader do?
A. Estimate the unreadable digits from the previous bill
B. Record only the digits that are visible
C. Clean or otherwise safely access the meter so the complete reading
can be obtained
D. Use the customer's reported usage
Answer: C. Clean or otherwise safely access the meter so the complete
reading can be obtained
An accurate meter reading requires obtaining the complete register
reading. Estimating or relying on customer information can produce an
inaccurate billing record.
2. A previous electric meter reading was 48,275 kWh. The current
reading is 49,016 kWh. What is the consumption?
,A. 641 kWh
B. 741 kWh
C. 751 kWh
D. 1,741 kWh
Answer: B. 741 kWh
Subtracting the previous reading from the current reading gives 49,016
− 48,275 = 741 kWh.
3. A meter reader encounters a locked gate preventing access to a
meter. The meter is not visible from the public area. What is the
most appropriate action?
A. Enter through the gate without permission
B. Estimate the reading from the previous reading
C. Follow established access and reporting procedures
D. Ask a neighbor for the customer's meter reading
Answer: C. Follow established access and reporting procedures
Meter readers must not bypass access restrictions or enter
unauthorized areas. Proper procedures should be followed when a
meter cannot be accessed.
4. A meter register displays 007845. If the register records whole
units, what reading should be entered?
A. 784.5
B. 7,845
C. 78,450
D. 784,500
Answer: B. 7,845
,Leading zeros do not change the numerical value of the meter reading.
5. A meter reader observes that the current reading is lower than
the previous reading on a mechanical register. What should the
reader do first?
A. Automatically subtract the current reading from the previous reading
B. Assume the meter has malfunctioned and replace it
C. Verify the meter and reading information and follow the applicable
procedure
D. Add the two readings together
Answer: C. Verify the meter and reading information and follow the
applicable procedure
A lower reading can result from several circumstances, including meter
replacement or register rollover. The reading should be verified rather
than automatically calculating consumption.
6. A meter reader must read several meters in different locations.
Which practice most directly reduces errors?
A. Memorizing all readings before recording them
B. Recording each reading carefully at the time it is obtained
C. Recording only unusually high readings
D. Waiting until the end of the route to record all readings
Answer: B. Recording each reading carefully at the time it is obtained
Immediate and accurate recording reduces memory errors and prevents
readings from being associated with the wrong account or meter.
, 7. A customer approaches a meter reader and asks for the
customer's account balance. What is the most appropriate
response?
A. Provide the balance if the customer gives the address
B. Read the balance directly from the meter
C. Follow departmental procedures regarding customer account
information
D. Ask the customer to provide a driver's license number and then
disclose the balance
Answer: C. Follow departmental procedures regarding customer
account information
Meter-reading duties do not automatically authorize disclosure of
account information. Departmental procedures govern what
information may be provided.
8. A meter reader walks 1.8 miles during the first portion of a route
and 2.35 miles during the second portion. How far has the reader
traveled?
A. 3.15 miles
B. 3.95 miles
C. 4.05 miles
D. 4.15 miles
Answer: C. 4.15 miles
1.80 + 2.35 = 4.15 miles.
