Water Conservation Quiz

How many gallons of water does the average American family use per day at home?

• 100 gallons

• 200 gallons

• 300 gallons

• 500 gallons

What percentage of indoor household water use goes to flushing toilets?

• 14%

• 24%

• 30%

• 40%

Which household activity uses the most indoor water?

• Showers

• Dishwashing

• Laundry

• Toilets

What percentage of household water use occurs outdoors?

• 10%

• 20%

• 30%

• 50%

How much water can a standard sprinkler use in just 30 minutes?

• 50 gallons

• 100 gallons

• 200 gallons

• 300 gallons

Which of these is an easy way to save water indoors?

• Run the dishwasher with half-full loads

• Fix leaks

• Take long showers

• Leave the faucet running

WaterSense-labeled products use at least ____% less water than standard models.

• 10%

• 20%

• 30%

• 50%

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What is a great way to conserve water outdoors?

• Water the lawn in the middle of the day

• Use a hose instead of a sprinkler

• Install a drip irrigation system

• Keep the sprinklers running overnight

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Fixing leaks in the home can save how many gallons of water per day?

• 50 gallons

• 100 gallons

• 500 gallons

• 1,000 gallons

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Why is conserving water important?

• It reduces strain on local water supplies

• It helps protect ecosystems

• It lowers water bills

• All of the above

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