LADWP METER READER EXAM — CLASS 1611
Exam 130 QUESTIONS 2026-2027|ORIGINAL
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS |DETAILED
RATIONALES |*HINTED* COMPLETE EXAM PREP
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1. A water meter displays 12,458.73 cubic feet on a straight-reading register.
Which reading should be recorded when the billing unit is 100 cubic feet?
A. 12,458
B. 12,458.73
C. 12,459
D. 1,245.87
Answer: A. 12,458
For a straight-reading water meter, the last two digits representing fractions of
100 cubic feet are discarded when recording the billing-unit reading.
2. An analog electric meter has four dials. The pointer on the rightmost dial
has passed 7, while the pointer on the next dial is between 4 and 5. What
principle should be applied?
A. Record 8 and 5
B. Record 7 and 4
C. Round both pointers upward
D. Use the previous meter reading
Answer: B. Record 7 and 4
The meter is read from right to left, and when a pointer is between two numbers,
the lower number is recorded.
3. A previous water-meter reading is 18,725 and the current reading is 19,480.
What is the consumption?
,A. 655 cubic feet
B. 755 cubic feet
C. 765 cubic feet
D. 855 cubic feet
Answer: B. 755 cubic feet
19,480 − 18,725 = 755 cubic feet.
4. A meter reader encounters a reading that is substantially higher than the
customer's historical usage, but the meter appears intact. What is the most
appropriate action?
A. Adjust the reading to match historical usage
B. Ignore the reading
C. Record the actual reading and report the unusual condition according to
procedure
D. Tell the customer the meter is defective
Answer: C. Record the actual reading and report the unusual condition according
to procedure
The reader must accurately record observed information rather than alter a
reading or make an unsupported diagnosis.
5. Why is verifying the meter identification particularly important when
several meters are located together?
A. It determines the customer's credit rating
B. It prevents recording a reading for the wrong account or meter
C. It eliminates the need to read the meter
D. It determines the meter's installation date
Answer: B. It prevents recording a reading for the wrong account or meter
Correct identification is essential for accurate utility records.
6. A meter reader is instructed to proceed north on Pine Street, turn east at
the third intersection, and then enter the second alley on the right. Which
action demonstrates correct attention to written directions?
,A. Turn at the first intersection because it is closer
B. Turn east at the third intersection and use the second alley on the right
C. Continue until reaching the end of Pine Street
D. Use any alley that appears accessible
Answer: B. Turn east at the third intersection and use the second alley on the
right
Following written directions requires completing each instruction in the specified
sequence.
7. A water-meter dial pointer is between 8 and 9. According to the normal
reading rule, which number is recorded?
A. 7
B. 8
C. 8.5
D. 9
Answer: B. 8
When the pointer is between two numbers, the lower number is recorded.
8. A meter reader's route includes a property where a loose dog is blocking
access to the meter. What is the safest response?
A. Approach the dog slowly and attempt to move it
B. Distract the dog with equipment
C. Follow established safety and access procedures rather than taking unnecessary
risks
D. Enter the property quickly before the dog notices
Answer: C. Follow established safety and access procedures rather than taking
unnecessary risks
Safety takes priority over completing an individual meter read by entering a
potentially hazardous situation.
9. A previous reading is 62,840 and the current reading is 64,125. What is the
difference?
, A. 1,185
B. 1,285
C. 1,385
D. 1,485
Answer: B. 1,285
64,125 − 62,840 = 1,285.
10.A customer becomes angry because the meter reader cannot immediately
answer a billing question. What is the most appropriate response?
A. Argue that billing is not the reader's responsibility
B. Ignore the customer
C. Remain courteous, listen to the concern, and provide appropriate information
or direction
D. End the interaction immediately
Answer: C. Remain courteous, listen to the concern, and provide appropriate
information or direction
Customer service requires tact, courtesy, and appropriate handling of inquiries.
11.An electric meter's digital display cycles through several identifiers and
readings. What should the reader do?
A. Record the first number displayed
B. Record the required identifier and corresponding reading according to
procedure
C. Record only the largest number
D. Estimate the reading from the previous bill
Answer: B. Record the required identifier and corresponding reading according
to procedure
Digital meters may display multiple types of information, so the correct display
must be identified before recording.
Exam 130 QUESTIONS 2026-2027|ORIGINAL
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS |DETAILED
RATIONALES |*HINTED* COMPLETE EXAM PREP
GRADED A+**INSTANT DOWNLOAD PDF**
1. A water meter displays 12,458.73 cubic feet on a straight-reading register.
Which reading should be recorded when the billing unit is 100 cubic feet?
A. 12,458
B. 12,458.73
C. 12,459
D. 1,245.87
Answer: A. 12,458
For a straight-reading water meter, the last two digits representing fractions of
100 cubic feet are discarded when recording the billing-unit reading.
2. An analog electric meter has four dials. The pointer on the rightmost dial
has passed 7, while the pointer on the next dial is between 4 and 5. What
principle should be applied?
A. Record 8 and 5
B. Record 7 and 4
C. Round both pointers upward
D. Use the previous meter reading
Answer: B. Record 7 and 4
The meter is read from right to left, and when a pointer is between two numbers,
the lower number is recorded.
3. A previous water-meter reading is 18,725 and the current reading is 19,480.
What is the consumption?
,A. 655 cubic feet
B. 755 cubic feet
C. 765 cubic feet
D. 855 cubic feet
Answer: B. 755 cubic feet
19,480 − 18,725 = 755 cubic feet.
4. A meter reader encounters a reading that is substantially higher than the
customer's historical usage, but the meter appears intact. What is the most
appropriate action?
A. Adjust the reading to match historical usage
B. Ignore the reading
C. Record the actual reading and report the unusual condition according to
procedure
D. Tell the customer the meter is defective
Answer: C. Record the actual reading and report the unusual condition according
to procedure
The reader must accurately record observed information rather than alter a
reading or make an unsupported diagnosis.
5. Why is verifying the meter identification particularly important when
several meters are located together?
A. It determines the customer's credit rating
B. It prevents recording a reading for the wrong account or meter
C. It eliminates the need to read the meter
D. It determines the meter's installation date
Answer: B. It prevents recording a reading for the wrong account or meter
Correct identification is essential for accurate utility records.
6. A meter reader is instructed to proceed north on Pine Street, turn east at
the third intersection, and then enter the second alley on the right. Which
action demonstrates correct attention to written directions?
,A. Turn at the first intersection because it is closer
B. Turn east at the third intersection and use the second alley on the right
C. Continue until reaching the end of Pine Street
D. Use any alley that appears accessible
Answer: B. Turn east at the third intersection and use the second alley on the
right
Following written directions requires completing each instruction in the specified
sequence.
7. A water-meter dial pointer is between 8 and 9. According to the normal
reading rule, which number is recorded?
A. 7
B. 8
C. 8.5
D. 9
Answer: B. 8
When the pointer is between two numbers, the lower number is recorded.
8. A meter reader's route includes a property where a loose dog is blocking
access to the meter. What is the safest response?
A. Approach the dog slowly and attempt to move it
B. Distract the dog with equipment
C. Follow established safety and access procedures rather than taking unnecessary
risks
D. Enter the property quickly before the dog notices
Answer: C. Follow established safety and access procedures rather than taking
unnecessary risks
Safety takes priority over completing an individual meter read by entering a
potentially hazardous situation.
9. A previous reading is 62,840 and the current reading is 64,125. What is the
difference?
, A. 1,185
B. 1,285
C. 1,385
D. 1,485
Answer: B. 1,285
64,125 − 62,840 = 1,285.
10.A customer becomes angry because the meter reader cannot immediately
answer a billing question. What is the most appropriate response?
A. Argue that billing is not the reader's responsibility
B. Ignore the customer
C. Remain courteous, listen to the concern, and provide appropriate information
or direction
D. End the interaction immediately
Answer: C. Remain courteous, listen to the concern, and provide appropriate
information or direction
Customer service requires tact, courtesy, and appropriate handling of inquiries.
11.An electric meter's digital display cycles through several identifiers and
readings. What should the reader do?
A. Record the first number displayed
B. Record the required identifier and corresponding reading according to
procedure
C. Record only the largest number
D. Estimate the reading from the previous bill
Answer: B. Record the required identifier and corresponding reading according
to procedure
Digital meters may display multiple types of information, so the correct display
must be identified before recording.
