To calculate the amount of rainwater collected:
\[ RC = A \times R \times C \]
Where:
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Let's assume the following values:
Using the formula:
Step 1: Multiply the collection area by the rainfall intensity:
\[ A \times R = 100 \times 10 = 1000 \]
Step 2: Multiply the result by the collection efficiency:
\[ RC = 1000 \times 0.8 = 800 \]
The amount of rainwater collected is 800 liters.
Let's assume the following values:
Using the formula:
Step 1: Multiply the collection area by the rainfall intensity:
\[ A \times R = 50 \times 5 = 250 \]
Step 2: Multiply the result by the collection efficiency:
\[ RC = 250 \times 0.9 = 225 \]
The amount of rainwater collected is 225 liters.