How does pressure management affect water system reliability, and what typical causes of pressure loss should operators monitor?

• A. Pressure management ensures only regulatory compliance and has no impact on reliability.
• B. Maintains serviceability and reduces backflow risk; typical causes include leaks, high demand, pump failure, valve misoperation, and elevation changes.
• C. Pressure loss is unavoidable and should be ignored.
• D. Maintains system aesthetics of pipes.

Answer: (B)