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'''Example in metric'''
'''Example in metric'''


Suppose you have a collection area of 60 m², a rainfall intensity of 10 mm/h, and a collection efficiency of 65% (0.65 as a decimal). Using the formula:
Suppose you have a collection area of 60 m², a rainfall intensity of 10 mm/h, and a collection efficiency of 65% (0.65 as a decimal).  
RC = 60 * 10 * 0.65 = 390 liters
 
Using the formula: RC = 60 * 10 * 0.65 = 390 liters


390 liters of rainwater can be collected in this scenario.
390 liters of rainwater can be collected in this scenario.

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