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1611: 2027 NEWEST EVALUATED EXAM
PRACTICE QUESTIONS: LATEST
VERSION | COMPREHENSIVE EXAM
ORIGINAL QUESTIONS WITH DETAILED
TABLE OF CONTENTS
| Section | Title |
|---------|-------|------|
| I | Introduction & How to Use This Practice Question Bank |
| II | Section 1: Meter Reading Fundamentals & Procedures (Questions 1–40) |
| III | Section 2: Electric Meter Reading & Interpretation (Questions 41–75) |
| IV | Section 3: Water Meter Reading & Interpretation (Questions 76–105) |
| V | Section 4: Safety Procedures & Hazard Identification (Questions 106–140) |
| VI | Section 5: Customer Service & Professional Conduct (Questions 141–170) |
| VII | Section 6: Field Conditions, Reporting & Irregularities (Questions 171–200) |
| VIII | Section 7: Math, Calculations & Reading Comprehension (Questions 201–215) |
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SECTION 1: METER READING FUNDAMENTALS & PROCEDURES
### Questions 1–40
**Question 1**
What is the primary responsibility of a Meter Reader according to the LADWP Class 1611
position description?
A. Repair damaged electrical transformers and water mains
B. Accurately read and record utility meter information using a hand-held computer
C. Approve customer billing adjustments and payment plans
D. Design meter reading routes and schedules
**CorreCt Answer: B**
**Rationale:** The official Meter Reader position description specifically states that a
Meter Reader "reads water and electric meters and makes accurate recordings of those readings
using a hand-held computer; reports irregularities found in the field; and deals tactfully and
courteously with customers in answering their inquiries and complaints regarding service."
Repairing infrastructure and approving billing adjustments are responsibilities of other
classifications.
**Question 2**
Which skill is MOST critical when recording a meter reading?
A. Speed, even if accuracy is compromised
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B. Accuracy, because readings are used for customer billing and utility records
C. Memorizing customer names and account numbers
D. Estimating values when the display is unclear
**CorreCt Answer: B**
**Rationale:** Accuracy is the paramount skill for meter readers because recorded
consumption information directly affects customer billing and utility operational records. A
reader should never estimate or guess a reading; if a reading cannot be obtained accurately,
proper procedures must be followed.
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**Question 3**
A previous electric meter reading was 24,680 kWh. The current reading is 25,125 kWh. What is
the consumption?
A. 345 kWh
B. 445 kWh
C. 455 kWh
D. 545 kWh
**CorreCt Answer: B**
**Rationale:** Consumption is calculated by subtracting the previous reading from the
current reading: 25,125 − 24,680 = 445 kWh. This is the standard method for determining
consumption over a billing period.
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**Question 4**
Which device is specifically identified in the Meter Reader position description for recording
meter information?
A. Hand-held computer
B. Welding machine
C. Hydraulic jack
D. Pressure washer
**CorreCt Answer: A**
**Rationale:** The official Meter Reader position description specifically identifies the
use of a hand-held computer for making accurate recordings of meter readings. The other devices
listed are associated with other job classifications entirely.
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**Question 5**
A meter display shows 18,742. Which number should be entered if the system requires the
displayed whole-unit reading?
A. 18,247
B. 18,724
C. 18,742
D. 18,472
1611: 2027 NEWEST EVALUATED EXAM
PRACTICE QUESTIONS: LATEST
VERSION | COMPREHENSIVE EXAM
ORIGINAL QUESTIONS WITH DETAILED
TABLE OF CONTENTS
| Section | Title |
|---------|-------|------|
| I | Introduction & How to Use This Practice Question Bank |
| II | Section 1: Meter Reading Fundamentals & Procedures (Questions 1–40) |
| III | Section 2: Electric Meter Reading & Interpretation (Questions 41–75) |
| IV | Section 3: Water Meter Reading & Interpretation (Questions 76–105) |
| V | Section 4: Safety Procedures & Hazard Identification (Questions 106–140) |
| VI | Section 5: Customer Service & Professional Conduct (Questions 141–170) |
| VII | Section 6: Field Conditions, Reporting & Irregularities (Questions 171–200) |
| VIII | Section 7: Math, Calculations & Reading Comprehension (Questions 201–215) |
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SECTION 1: METER READING FUNDAMENTALS & PROCEDURES
### Questions 1–40
**Question 1**
What is the primary responsibility of a Meter Reader according to the LADWP Class 1611
position description?
A. Repair damaged electrical transformers and water mains
B. Accurately read and record utility meter information using a hand-held computer
C. Approve customer billing adjustments and payment plans
D. Design meter reading routes and schedules
**CorreCt Answer: B**
**Rationale:** The official Meter Reader position description specifically states that a
Meter Reader "reads water and electric meters and makes accurate recordings of those readings
using a hand-held computer; reports irregularities found in the field; and deals tactfully and
courteously with customers in answering their inquiries and complaints regarding service."
Repairing infrastructure and approving billing adjustments are responsibilities of other
classifications.
**Question 2**
Which skill is MOST critical when recording a meter reading?
A. Speed, even if accuracy is compromised
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B. Accuracy, because readings are used for customer billing and utility records
C. Memorizing customer names and account numbers
D. Estimating values when the display is unclear
**CorreCt Answer: B**
**Rationale:** Accuracy is the paramount skill for meter readers because recorded
consumption information directly affects customer billing and utility operational records. A
reader should never estimate or guess a reading; if a reading cannot be obtained accurately,
proper procedures must be followed.
---
**Question 3**
A previous electric meter reading was 24,680 kWh. The current reading is 25,125 kWh. What is
the consumption?
A. 345 kWh
B. 445 kWh
C. 455 kWh
D. 545 kWh
**CorreCt Answer: B**
**Rationale:** Consumption is calculated by subtracting the previous reading from the
current reading: 25,125 − 24,680 = 445 kWh. This is the standard method for determining
consumption over a billing period.
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**Question 4**
Which device is specifically identified in the Meter Reader position description for recording
meter information?
A. Hand-held computer
B. Welding machine
C. Hydraulic jack
D. Pressure washer
**CorreCt Answer: A**
**Rationale:** The official Meter Reader position description specifically identifies the
use of a hand-held computer for making accurate recordings of meter readings. The other devices
listed are associated with other job classifications entirely.
---
**Question 5**
A meter display shows 18,742. Which number should be entered if the system requires the
displayed whole-unit reading?
A. 18,247
B. 18,724
C. 18,742
D. 18,472
