LADWP METER READER EXAM CLASS 1611
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
(VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS RATIONALES 2026
Q&A | INSTANT DOWNLOAD PDF.
Core Domains
• Meter Reading Fundamentals and Accuracy
• Consumption Calculation and Arithmetic
• Field Safety and Hazard Assessment
• Customer Service and Professional Communication
• Access Procedures and Irregularity Reporting
• Digital and Analog Meter Interpretation
• Route Management and Efficiency
• LADWP Policies, Rules, and Regulations
Introduction
The LADWP Meter Reader Class 1611 Examination assesses the
candidate's ability to accurately read water and electric meters, perform
routine arithmetic calculations, follow safety procedures, and interact
professionally with customers in field settings. The examination
evaluates reading comprehension, judgment and decision-making, safety
focus, customer service, and job knowledge including meter
interpretation and consumption calculation. Candidates must
demonstrate attention to detail, physical stamina awareness, and
adherence to established access and reporting procedures.
SECTION ONE: QUESTIONS 1–100
1. What is the primary responsibility of a Meter Reader for
LADWP?
,A. Repairing damaged water and electric meters
B. Reading water and electric meters and making accurate recordings
using a hand-held computer
C. Approving billing adjustments for customer complaints
D. Installing new utility service lines
B. Reading water and electric meters and making accurate
recordings using a hand-held computer
RATIONALE: The official Meter Reader position description
specifically identifies the use of a hand-held computer for making
accurate recordings of meter readings. Repairing infrastructure and
approving billing adjustments are responsibilities of other classifications
.
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
B. 741 kWh
RATIONALE: Consumption is calculated by subtracting the
previous reading from the current reading: 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
, C. Follow established access and reporting procedures
RATIONALE: 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
B. 7,845
RATIONALE: Leading zeros do not change the numerical value of
the meter reading. Therefore, 007845 is correctly entered as 7,845 .
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
C. Verify the meter and reading information and follow the
applicable procedure
RATIONALE: 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
B. Recording each reading carefully at the time it is obtained
RATIONALE: 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
C. Follow departmental procedures regarding customer account
information
RATIONALE: 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
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
(VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS RATIONALES 2026
Q&A | INSTANT DOWNLOAD PDF.
Core Domains
• Meter Reading Fundamentals and Accuracy
• Consumption Calculation and Arithmetic
• Field Safety and Hazard Assessment
• Customer Service and Professional Communication
• Access Procedures and Irregularity Reporting
• Digital and Analog Meter Interpretation
• Route Management and Efficiency
• LADWP Policies, Rules, and Regulations
Introduction
The LADWP Meter Reader Class 1611 Examination assesses the
candidate's ability to accurately read water and electric meters, perform
routine arithmetic calculations, follow safety procedures, and interact
professionally with customers in field settings. The examination
evaluates reading comprehension, judgment and decision-making, safety
focus, customer service, and job knowledge including meter
interpretation and consumption calculation. Candidates must
demonstrate attention to detail, physical stamina awareness, and
adherence to established access and reporting procedures.
SECTION ONE: QUESTIONS 1–100
1. What is the primary responsibility of a Meter Reader for
LADWP?
,A. Repairing damaged water and electric meters
B. Reading water and electric meters and making accurate recordings
using a hand-held computer
C. Approving billing adjustments for customer complaints
D. Installing new utility service lines
B. Reading water and electric meters and making accurate
recordings using a hand-held computer
RATIONALE: The official Meter Reader position description
specifically identifies the use of a hand-held computer for making
accurate recordings of meter readings. Repairing infrastructure and
approving billing adjustments are responsibilities of other classifications
.
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
B. 741 kWh
RATIONALE: Consumption is calculated by subtracting the
previous reading from the current reading: 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
, C. Follow established access and reporting procedures
RATIONALE: 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
B. 7,845
RATIONALE: Leading zeros do not change the numerical value of
the meter reading. Therefore, 007845 is correctly entered as 7,845 .
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
C. Verify the meter and reading information and follow the
applicable procedure
RATIONALE: 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
B. Recording each reading carefully at the time it is obtained
RATIONALE: 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
C. Follow departmental procedures regarding customer account
information
RATIONALE: 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
