Ontario Operator-in-Training (OIT) Practice Exam

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What does pump efficiency measure?

The amount of water moved per minute
The ratio of horsepower delivered by the pump
The total energy consumption by all pumps
The speed of water flow in the system

The correct answer is: The ratio of horsepower delivered by the pump

Pump efficiency measures the ratio of useful work output (in terms of horsepower) to the input energy provided to the pump. This concept is essential in understanding how effectively a pump converts electrical energy into hydraulic energy. High pump efficiency indicates that a larger portion of the input energy is being converted into useful work, meaning the pump is functioning effectively without wasting significant energy as heat or noise. This knowledge is crucial for operators, as selecting pumps with optimal efficiency can lead to lower operational costs and better performance in water systems. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining and operating pumps properly to ensure that they operate within their designed efficiency ranges. Other choices reflect different aspects of pump operation but do not specifically denote the measurement of efficiency itself.