Save Our Water Quiz Survey

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* 1. Which of the following statements is true?

Most water is wasted INSIDE the house

Most water is wasted OUTSIDE the house

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* 2. How many gallons of water can you save by using a dishwasher versus washing dishes by hand?

10 gallons

18 gallons

24 gallons

A dishwasher uses more water than washing dishes by hand.

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* 3. How many gallons of water per person are saved when you turn off the faucet while brushing your teeth or shaving your face?

2 gallons

8 gallons

15 gallons

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* 4. By taking a 5-minute shower versus a 10-minute shower, how many gallons of water can you save per person?

5 gallons

12.5 gallons

50 gallons

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* 5. Installing a high-efficiency toilet can save you approximately how many gallons of water each day?

1-2 gallons per day

3-5 gallons per day

6-35 gallons per day

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* 6. Which one of the following generally accounts for the major use of household water?

Landscaping

Shower

Washing Machine

Dishwasher

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* 7. Reimagine your yard with water wise plants. Using drought-resistant plants can save you:

10-20 gallons per 1000 sq. feet each time you water

20-45 gallons per 1000 sq. feet each time you water

30-60 gallons per 1000 sq. feet each time you water

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* 8. Using a broom or leaf blower instead of a hose to clean outdoor areas can save:

2 gallons per minute

4 gallons per minute

6 gallons per minute

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* 9. Which of the following items can help you save 15 gallons each time you water?

Use a drip irrigation and smart controller system

Buy a super long hose

Only water on Wednesdays

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* 10. During a drought, it is important to remember to take care of our trees and continue to water them. Which of the following statements is false?

Avoid watering the trunk of a tree as it can cause the tree to rot or get a disease.

Use mulch around the base of the tree to help reduce water evaporation.

It is best to water your trees slowly so the water can seep down to the roots.

It is OK to turn off your sprinklers and not worry about the trees as they will survive without water.