MRAB Data Recording and Documentation

Question 1

A meter reader records a consumption reading of 04821 on a five-digit dial. The previous reading was 04756. What is the consumption for this billing period?

Accepted Answer

65 units

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75 units

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85 units

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95 units

Question 2

When a meter reader cannot access a meter, what information should be recorded on the field sheet?

Accepted Answer

The reason for non-access and the date/time of the attempt

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Only the estimated reading

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The neighbor's name who provided the estimate

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Nothing, skip and move to the next meter

Question 3

Which of the following best describes why meter readings should be documented immediately after taking them?

Accepted Answer

To avoid memory errors and ensure accurate data entry

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To meet a daily quota requirement

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To impress supervisors with efficiency

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Because meters reset automatically after 30 minutes

Question 4

A meter reading of 09987 is followed next month by 00053. This most likely indicates:

Accepted Answer

The meter rolled over from its maximum reading to zero

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A billing error that should be ignored

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The customer used a negative amount of utilities

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The previous reading was incorrectly recorded as too high

Question 5

Which notation should a meter reader use when a meter display is partially obscured and the reading is uncertain?

Accepted Answer

Mark the reading with an uncertainty flag or question mark and note the condition

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Record the best estimate with no notation

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Leave the field blank entirely

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Call in the reading verbally only

Question 6

A meter reader discovers that the account number on the field sheet does not match the number on the meter. What is the correct action?

Accepted Answer

Document the discrepancy and report it to the supervisor before recording

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Record the reading under whichever account is listed first

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Estimate the reading and move on

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Skip the meter and continue the route

Question 7

When recording meter data electronically using a handheld device, what should a meter reader do if the device battery dies mid-route?

Accepted Answer

Record remaining readings on a paper backup and enter them into the system upon return

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Memorize the remaining readings and enter them later

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Stop work for the day

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Ask a nearby resident to remember the readings