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"Machined from a single piece of metal that is cut to match the pipe size, fit between two pipe flanges and requires an additional gasket when it is installed. Also, the bolts will need to be lengthened depending on what piping class and size of the fitting is used." This is the best description of which fitting?
What tool is in the picture below?
Electrical shock accounts for a large number of workplace injuries. Which of the following would not increase the possibility of electrical shock? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Position designations for groove and fillet test welds include numbers and letters. The number dictates a particular position, while the letter dictates a particular position. Choose the best combination of letters and numbers below to identify the weld position and type shown in the picture below.
Materials used for bolts and studs have been grouped into ______ by ASME. Use the options below to fill in the blank.
(se)Why are work lead clamps integral to the welding process? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
One of the following is not a disadvantage of a plug valve. Choose from the options below.
Socket weld fittings are commonly used on joints that are what size?
In the picture below, what type of joining system is being used? Use the best answer from the ones provided below.
The coolest place possible should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
From the following answers, choose the one that answers the following statement. "The operating position of a gate valve commonly are ________ and ________."
To properly prepare a joint to be welded, how many steps should be used to get the joint tacked?
The first step in starting a task involving plastic pipe should be? Choose the best answer from the following.
A 10 meter piece of brass pipe that has an operating temperature of 85°C and pressure of 34 kPa/m². This line was originally installed At -15°C, what is the total linear expansion in meters for this line? Choose the best answer from the ones supplied below.
In the WHMIS system, "Oxidizing material" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(v) Valves have many uses in process control. Which of the valves below would be the worst choice for a throttling application for a slurry?
Ambient conditions and temperature of the contents of thermoplastic pipe are directly related to which of the answers below?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
Calculate the density of 5 m³ of copper that weighs 3879 kgs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Two pieces of eye protection should be used together when grinding or chipping. Choose the best answer from the selection below.
There are some good trade practices when using a hand wrench. Of the practices below, which is not one of them?
(ofe)The _________ has an excess of acetylene, the inner cone has a feathery edge, called the acetylene feather, extending beyond it. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
"The standard filler is normally sufficient for applications up to 900º F. Other soft fillers are available for higher temperatures or special applications. The choice of the metal used for the jacketed part of the fitting would depend upon the corrosive conditions being encountered." This is the best description of which of the following fittings?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #6 is best represented by which answer below?
T=K x D x P, This formula is used to find the starting tightening torque target number. What does the "P" represent in this formula?
What is the name of the reamer pictured below?
(se)Which device below uses one or more diodes to restrict current to flow to one direction, changing AC to DC in the process? From the answers below, choose the best one.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld gate valve?
Choose the best answer below that is the density of air at STP in metric measurement.
Which of the following codes applies to high temperature water is generated at pressures exceeding 160 psig and/or temperatures exceeding 250 degrees F?
(se)Which of the basic types of electrode holders is pictured below? Choose from the answers provided.
"This style of check valves doesn't rely on flow reversal or gravity to close. Instead, the valve is closed by a spring." Of the valves below, this is the best description of which?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld 45° elbow?
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluids pressure is proportional to ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
A lube oil piping header has a slope of 2.5% for a 13500 mm run. What is the total drop of the line in meters? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
There is a molecular attraction that causes like molecules to form a meniscus on the surface of a liquid. This property is best describes by which of the following terms?
Good trade practice is a 4:1 ratio when using an extension ladder. From which piece of legislation does the practice originate from?
When installing an auxiliary service piping system, what code would you reference for the minimum standards?
What type of copper tube is most commonly used in fabricating a hydronic systems?
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
(bs)"When joining most metals, silver filler metal can be used. There are only two metals that cannot be joined by this filler metal." This statement best describes which of the following answers
The barometer in the shop is reading 853 mm Hg, which of the answers below best reflects this reading in psig?
Of the list below, before adding the flux to a capillary soldered joint, what must be done?
Which of the following situations would a scribe be the best layout tool of choice? Use the following situations for your answer.
"This type of cutting machine is perfect for busy shops. When the machine is loaded, and starts to cut the material, it allows the operator to do other tasks while the machine is cutting." This statement best describes which of the following metal cutters
(ofc)Of the following answers, which is the best one for the torch pictured below?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view butt weld cap?
Calculate the relative density of a steel at 2357 lb/ft³ with water at 62.4 lb/ft³. Select the best answer from the ones provided below.
(se)The graph below best represents which type of welding machine output? Choose from the best answer from those provided below.
Position designations for groove and fillet test welds include numbers and letters. The number dictates a particular position, while the letter dictates a particular position. Choose the best combination of letters and numbers below to identify the weld position and type shown in the picture below.
There is a mutual attraction that causes unlike molecules them to cling to each another. This property is best describes by which of the following terms?
(ofe)The ________ is produced when slightly greater volume of oxygen is mixed with a smaller volume of acetylene. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
"This layout tool consists of a calibrated protractor, X-shaped frame, and a triple jointed marking arm and holder. This allows for marking of steel or pipe." Of the answers below, choose the one is best defined by this statement.
"This type of respirator has two different types that are available. These are continuous flow, and pressure demand respirators. " This statement best describes which of the following respirators?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a ring joint flange?
"This gas irritates sensitive skin and mucous membranes. It is non-flammable, has an unpleasant odour, and is colourless." This statement best describes which of the following gases?
"When two or more substances are combined and each retain their own chemical identity." Choose the term below that best reflects this statement.
Use the answers below to answer the following question. "To aid in the removal of trapped sediment and small debris, a valve should be closed in which manner?
Which parts of an ASPT or NPT are flattened slightly?
Material safety data sheets are required to be accompany all controlled substances from the supplier. There are _______ that make up these sheets, providing more detail than the label. Use the answers below to fill in the blank
(ofe)A carbonizing flame would be best suited to which of the following applications?
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "D"?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld tee?
(ofc)The type of oxy-fuel cutting torch that has a cutting tip which is supplied with mixed pre-heat gases are typically called which of the names below? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Looking at the answers below, which one is not a cause of flashback while using an oxyacetelyne cutting torch? Choose the best answer that applies.
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #2 is best represented by which answer below?
Around most construction tasks, eye protection is important. The selection of eye protection will rest mainly with which of the following answers? Choose the best one that applies.
Of the three common forged steel fitting classifications, class 4500 is considered:
(ws) Welding and Oxy-fuel cutting have some specialized safety equipment. Which of the answers below would be the minimum recommended filter plate for medium amperage SMAW welding?
A common 30/70 soft solder contains what percentage of which elements in it's alloy?
What tool is pictured below?
Which of the valves below best fits the description of this statement? "This type of valve has two ports to it. One inlet and one outlet, and relies on pressure on the inlet side to work properly."
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for force?
At the bottom of a column of Hg, the pressure is 5.82 psi, how many inches of water column is required to exert this same pressure? Choose the best answer from those provided below
What is the name of the cutter pictured below?
Use the following answers to fill in the blank. "The _________ should be reviewed to be assured that the proper studbolts and nuts are being used."
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Firing valve" variation?
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
The classification of fire extinguishers depends on the type of fire they can fight effectively. Which fire extinguisher type is denoted by the picture below?
(ws) There are several different types of energy that are released when you are welding or oxy-fuel cutting. Which of the rays below would be created during non-destructive testing of welds?
"This type of breathing apparatus is designed to allow a reserve of air for 5-10 minutes." The answer below that this statement best describes is which one?
(wf)The specific requirements of fabrication must include any of the the welding processes. Chemical and mechanical factors are taken into account in every facet of that fabrication. Any deviation from these requirements would be considered a defect." This statement best describes which of the following weld defects?
(wf)A weld defect called "precipitate hardening" is a situation that can lead to which of the below problems? Choose the best answer from those provided
(v) There is a wide variety of valve styles used in industry today. Which of the valves below would be considered a quarter-turn valve?
(ofe)"Fusion welding with an oxidizing flame on this type of material will cause welds that are porous, oxidized, and brittle." This statement best describes which of the metals below?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
(mse)The CSA classification of carbon steel SMAW electrodes is metric. Choose the best answer for what the "70" represents, in the answers below.
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for length?
Of the benders below, which will allow kinking in soft tubing?
The code that covers all piping that transport fluids is which of the following?
Of the answers below, which is the best example of the difference between a sensitive drill press and an upright drill press?
Fillet welds have fundamentally ________ different types of welds. Choose the best answer from those below to fill in the blank.
(ws) There are several different types of energy that are released when you are welding or oxy-fuel cutting. Which of the rays below would best be described as one that would cause exposed skin to burn?
(mse)"This mechanical property is expressed in an elongation percentage. A bend test is used to achieve this percentage." Which of the properties is best described by this statement?
"Before heating, the plastic pipe and fittings can be assembled." This statement best describes which of the following?