Question

Water lost in theft and waste contributes to how much % of total consumption?

(a) 5

(b) 10

(c) 15

(d) 20

This question was addressed to me by my college director while I was bunking the class.

This interesting question is from Water Demand in chapter Water Demand and Quantity of Environmental Engineering

Answer 1

The correct choice is (c) 15

Explanation: Water loss in thefts and wastes contributes to 15% of total consumption, which includes the water loss due to leakage or stolen due to illegal connection.