BGE BGE Metering & Billing Systems

Question 1

What type of meter does BGE primarily use for its Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) program?

Accepted Answer

Smart digital two-way communication meter

Answer

BGE's AMI program uses smart digital meters that communicate usage data two-way between the customer and BGE automatically.

Question 2

What is the standard billing cycle length for most BGE residential customers?

Accepted Answer

30 days

Answer

BGE residential customers are typically billed on a monthly (approximately 30-day) billing cycle.

Question 3

Which unit is used to measure residential electric energy consumption on a BGE bill?

Accepted Answer

Kilowatt-hour (kWh)

Answer

Residential electric energy consumption is measured in kilowatt-hours (kWh), which represents power usage over time.

Question 4

What does the demand charge on a BGE commercial electric bill represent?

Accepted Answer

The peak power draw in kilowatts recorded during a set interval

Answer

Demand charges reflect the highest rate of power draw (in kW) recorded during a specified interval, typically 15 or 30 minutes.

Question 5

What does a BGE meter seal indicate when found intact on an installed meter?

Accepted Answer

The meter has not been tampered with since it was last sealed by a BGE technician

Answer

A BGE meter seal provides tamper evidence, confirming the meter has not been accessed or altered since it was last sealed by authorized personnel.

(BGE) Baltimore Gas and Electric Practice Test