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Based on the equation of elevation x the constant PSI per foot. What is the total weight in pounds per square inch at the bottom of the 12 in.-high column?
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Does container shape make a difference in static pressure situation?
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Yes
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No
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Need more info
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Hard to calculate
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Based on the elevation on the above diagram, the PSI at the bottom of each container is:
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Different
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Same
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Unknown
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Need to calculate
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In an irrigation system, what are the correct types of water pressure?
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Dynamic Pressure
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Static Pressure
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Dynasty Pressure
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Symbolic Pressure
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How many gallons of water are in one-acre foot?
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Which of the following is a unit of pressure measurement that refers to the vertical distance between a liquid's surface and a point at which pressure is being measured?
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GPM
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Feet of Head
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Feet of Pipe
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Feet Per Second
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If the pressure at the sprinkler is higher than what's recommended, it can lead to:
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Chose two correct ways to create pressure in irrigation systems.
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Elevation
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Booster Pump
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Static Pressure
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Dynamic Pressure
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Static Pressure is not affected by size or material of pipe, tank, or reservoir.
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Pressure in a pipe when no water is flowing (water is at rest) is called:
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Static pressure
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Dynamic pressure
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Friction loss
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Velocity
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If the pressure at the base of a water column is 50 psi, then how high is the water column?
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138.6FT
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126.4FT
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112.6 FT
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115.5 FT
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What is the static pressure at the valve?
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What will be pressure at the base of this pipe?
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One PSI equals 2.31 feet of head, and one foot of head equals 0.433 PSI.
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Calculate the static pressure at the valve.
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82.47 PSI
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101.96 PSI
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90.15 PSI
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92.48 PSI
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What is the static pressure at the valve?
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90.93 PSI
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91.92 PSI
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90.93 Feet of Head
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91.92 Feet of Head
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What is the only factor that affects Static Pressure?
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Elevation
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Velocity
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Size of pipe
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Flow
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Only changes in elevation impact static pressure.
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Flow and Velocity is the same measurement of water volume (amount).
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When water moves through an irrigation system it is said to be in
a [blank_start]_________[blank_end] state.
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Dynamic
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Static
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High Pressure
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Frozen
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Flow is commonly measured in [blank_start]______[blank_end] for sprinkler systems and in [blank_start]_____[blank_end] for drip irrigation systems.
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GOM
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GPM
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GPH
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PSI
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GOM
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GPH
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GPM
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PSI
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Flow is the amount (volume) of water moving per unit of time. Measured in GPH and GPM
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Velocity is the speed of moving water. Measured in:
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Feet Per Second (FPS)
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Gallons Per Hour (GPH)
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Gallons Per Minute (GPM)
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Weight Of Water (WOW)
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The faster the water moves trough the pipes, the better the sprinklers work.
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The optimal water velocity is:
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25 (FPS)
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15 (FPS)
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10 (FPS)
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5 (FPS)
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The primary causes of water hammer include a combination of:
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When water is suddenly stopped.
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When water suddenly changes direction.
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When water moves too fast.
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When pressure is too low
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Air pockets in the system
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What are the Friction Loss Charts used for?
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To determine the pressure loss in pipe due to friction losses
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To determine the velocity at various flow rates
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To find the maximum allowable flow of water in gallons per minute per pipe size
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To find the optimal pressure (PSI) per rotor head
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Why is an Ohms test commonly performed?
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To measure the electrical resistance in the system wiring, identifying potential issues like faulty solenoids or damaged wires.
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To test the voltage at the transformer
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To check how many solenoids are on he line
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To test the voltage of the solenoid
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The voltage of a solenoid can be found by conducting an Ohms test?
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Both AC and DC latching solenoids can be used in a 24v conventional controller.
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What does AC stand for?
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Alternative Current
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Alternating Voltage
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Alternating Current
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Advancing Circuit
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What is the most common Voltage used when turning on an irrigation valve
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24 DC Volts
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24 AC Volts
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124 AC Volts
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9 DC Volts
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Ohms is the measurement of the...
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The nominal voltage for an irrigation controller, particularly one designed to operate with standard 24V AC solenoids, should typically be within the range of
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22 to 28 Volts DC.
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22 to 28 Volts AC.
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9-12 Volts AC
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9-12 Volts DC
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When doing an Ohms test and finding a reading between 20-60 Ohms means we have....
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When conducting an Ohms test. A bad wire splice with an Ohms reading higher than 60 will be referred as...
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Open wire
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Partial
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Cut wire
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Good wire
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A ground fault is..
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Precipitation rate in a landscape irrigation system refers to the amount of water applied per unit area per unit time.
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What is the primary purpose of knowing the precipitation rate of a landscape irrigation system?
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To determine the soil's pH level.
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To calculate the electrical load on the irrigation controller.
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To make sure the system uses just the right amount of water, avoiding both overwatering and underwatering.
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To measure the flow rate of water through the main supply line.
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When the nozzles in sprinklers are mixed, it can lead to several issues:
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What can happen when the nozzles in sprinklers are mixed?
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Improved water coverage and efficiency.
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Reduced water usage and lower costs.
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Uneven water distribution and potential plant damage.
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Increased water pressure and higher flow rates.
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Sprinkler head to head spacing refers to:
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The distance between sprinkler heads in a landscape irrigation system.
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The height of the sprinkler heads above the ground.
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The type of nozzle used in the sprinkler heads.
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The water pressure required for the sprinkler system.
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Which of the following factors would NOT influence sprinkler head spacing in a landscape irrigation system?
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Sprinkler type
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Soil type
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Water pressure
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Wind conditions
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Why is it important to monitor soil moisture levels when scheduling irrigation?
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To ensure plants receive adequate nutrients.
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To calculate the best day to water the plant material
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To prevent under/overwatering
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To prevent the sprinklers from working properly
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of an efficient irrigation schedule?
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You have a landscape irrigation system that is currently overwatering your turf. Which of the following adjustments would likely be most effective in reducing water consumption without compromising plant health?
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Increase the water pressure by changing a few nozzles.
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Increase the frequency of irrigation cycles by 50%.
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Reduce the frequency and duration of irrigation cycles.
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Replace your existing sprinklers with a drip irrigation system.
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What is the combined process of evaporation and transpiration in landscape irrigation systems?
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Precipitation Rates
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Leaching
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Evapotranspiration
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Water Runoff
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Why is understanding evapotranspiration important for landscape irrigation?
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To determine the type of sprinkler heads to use
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To estimate water needs for plants
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To calculate the cost of water
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To prevent soil erosion
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Which of the following factors does NOT affect evapotranspiration rates?
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Temperature
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Humidity
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Soil type
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Wind
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How can understanding evapotranspiration help you improve your landscape irrigation practices?
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By reducing the frequency of watering
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By increasing the amount of water applied
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By optimizing your irrigation schedule
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By changing the type of plants you grow
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What is the primary purpose of an irrigation system?
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Which soil type has the highest water-holding capacity?
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Sandy soil
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Silt soil
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Clay soil
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Loamy soil
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What is the function of a backflow preventer in an irrigation system?
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To reduce water pressure
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To prevent water from flowing backward and contaminating the potable water supply
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To increase the flow rate
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To filter sediment from water
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What is the primary purpose of a pressure regulator in an irrigation system?
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What is the purpose of a "zone" in an irrigation system?
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To divide the area into manageable sections for watering
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To increase water pressure
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To reduce water consumption
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To control the water temperature
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What does the term "solenoid" refer to in an irrigation valve?
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A mechanical component that controls water flow
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An electrical device that opens and closes the valve
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A type of pipe fitting
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A tool used for trenching
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Which of the following is a common problem with irrigation controllers?
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Power surges
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Incorrect programming
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High water pressure
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Overgrown grass
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Which of the following best describes the term "water window" in irrigation?
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The time frame in which irrigation is allowed to run
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The maximum amount of water that can be applied at one time
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The period during which the system is checked for leaks
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The optimal time to check soil moisture
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Irrigation is primarily intended to:
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To effectively manage water in the root zone and program an irrigation controller correctly, which of the following factors should be considered?
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Amount of water needed for plants
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Acceptable level of soil moisture depletion
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Application rate of the irrigation system
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Efficiency of the irrigation system
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All of the above
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The precipitation rate of a sprinkler or a zone in a sprinkler system is defined as:
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The amount of water applied that is available in the root zone
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The rate at which water is applied over a given area, measured in inches per hour
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The specific water requirement of the plant
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The overall efficiency of the sprinkler system
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Use the following to calculate the Watering Frequency:
Watering cool season turf with an 8-inch (0.66 ft) root zone, and a crop coefficient of 0.70. Soil is clay loam with available water of 1.00 in/ft with a slight slope. Precipitation rate is 0.5 in/hr. Your location has a daily moisture loss (ET) rate of 0.12 inches. The application efficiency is 68%. MAD = 50%
Frequency = (AW x RZ x MAD) / (ET x Kc)
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Use the same values to calculate the Run Time per interval:
Watering cool season turf with an 8-inch (0.66 ft) root zone, and a crop coefficient of 0.70. Soil is clay loam with available water of 1.00 in/ft with a slight slope. Precipitation rate is 0.5 in/hr. Your location has a daily moisture loss (ET) rate of 0.12 inches. The application efficiency is 68%. MAD = 50%. Use 2 days a week watering schedule.
Run Time = (60 x F x ET x Kc) / (PR x EA)