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Which type of fastener below requires a layout of the holes before fastener is installed?
Of the list below, choose the answer that has one advantage (first) and one disadvantage (second) of copper tubing over steel or iron pipe.
Choose the best answer below that is the density of water in imperial measurement.
(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?
"While dimensioning drawings, there is one of the following activities that you must avoid doing." Which of the following actions when dimensioning a drawing must be avoided? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below
Which of the states of matter can be defined as having a defined mass, and volume, but no defined shape? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
At the end of the month you have received 4 cheques. $1056, $2907, $4567, and $2957 were the totals, how much did you earn this month? Choose the best answers from the ones provided below.
(mse)"This type of mechanical property also is known by the term "Elastic limit." This statement best describes which of the properties below?
Blueprints are assebled into groups for ease of accessing the information quickly. In the commercial or industrial ares of work, there are commonly ________ divisions of these blueprints. Choose from the answers below to best fill in the blank.
(ofe)When using your oxyacetylene torch, if your gas speed is lower that the speed of flame propagation, what will the outcome be?
Puller, Nut adjuster, Hydraulic load coil and Support bridge are all parts of which of the following tools?
(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?
"This workplace hazard consists of substances, mixtures and materials that can be classified according to their health risks and dangers." This statement best describes which of the following hazard groups?
When selecting a flux, what is the most important consideration to be made?
The barometer in the shop is reading 853 mm Hg, which of the answers below best reflects this reading in psig?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Curb stop valve" variation?
(ofe)All of the following statements regarding an oxygen cylinders are true, except one. Choose the answer that does not belong.
(papg) Assessing the surface area of any cylinder involves several calculations. Which of the answers below is determined by the formula "2πr²"?
When one substance is dissolved in another homogeneously, this is called a solution. Which of the three states of matter can a solution exist? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
(wf)Of the types of inclusions below, which would be characteristic of a GMAW process?
This design of this fastener allows you to secure the object though holes that are drilled in the piece beforehand. Which of the following fasteners is designed in the same manner?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "E" in the picture provided?
When you are going to lubricate an air motor, which of the following would be the best time to do it?
(se)"Metal deposition rate is the weight of material deposited by arc welding in a unit of time. For this rate to increase, which of the options below would be best suited?
From this description, choose the correct pipe support. "A piece of pipe, to support a line, that is mitered and welded to the back of an elbow."
Plastic pipe can move slowly in hangers. This is due to temperature changes that have an effect on the expansion and contraction of the pipe. This mechanism is commonly called which of the below?
Your isometric calls for a weld neck, raised face, 900 PSI rating, flange. Is this the correct flange to use?
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.
The intensity of sound is measured in dBA. In the workplace the suggested dBA level for wearing hearing protection over an 8 hour day would be which of the below?
Upstream of the aftercooler and downstream of the air intake should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
"Of all the plastic compression joining methods, this one will not create a flow restriction within the line." This is the best description for which of the following?
"Used to keep a piping line level, or to assure that the proper amount of grade is uniform where needed." This is the best description of which of the following items.
There are a variety of drafting tools that are used in the creation of fabrication patterns and layouts. Of the tools given, which one best describes the item in the picture below?
There is a mutual attraction that causes like molecules them to cling to each another. This property is best describes by which of the following terms?
(papg) There are several different methods to calculate the grade of a slope. Which of the methods below would only be used for imperial measurements only?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
Commonly receding lines are drawn from the horizontal at 30°, 45° or 60°. If you were to draw a receding line at a 45°, it would be foreshortened by which of the amounts below. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below
"In drill presses and drills, to hold the drill bits and accessories, there are several tooling devices that can be used." These are commonly called which of the below?
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "B"?
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.
Class 6000 fittings are commonly made from which material?
While setting up for a hydrostatic test, it is noted that the maximum output on the pump to be used is 1000 psia. The test hose that is to be used has a pressure rating of 6950 kPaa. From the answers below choose the best course of action.
"This term is used for lines that intersect at a right angle." Of the terms provided choose the best one to fit this statement
When breaking down an element, smallest unit into which it can be divided and still retain its characteristic properties is best describes by which of the terms below?
Which of the following supports are used to support pipe lines with light loads that are subjected to up to 32mm vertical thermal movements?
(ofe)The _________ has a one-to-one ratio of acetylene and oxygen, any additional oxygen needed for complete combustion comes from the surrounding air. Use the answers provided to fill in the blank.
Of the selection below choose which measurement this sentence best describes. "Not widely used for gas pressures, This measurement is mostly used in materials science, where the tensile strength of a material is measured as a large number of psi."
This type of valve can be installed in locations that are unavailable for a gate valve, but will give you similar valve characteristics. Of the options below, which valve is being described?
"There are many advantages to a vertical band saw. Of the advantages, one stands out as the greatest." Of the answers below, which one best fits that description.
(se)While welding, what is the result of shortening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
What tool is in the picture below?
Type "L" copper tube has which colour identification strip?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #3 is best represented by which answer below?
What tool is pictured below?
(se)"This term is describing a welding machine that has a flat, or close to it, volt-amp curve. It is well suited for GMAW and SAW welding." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "F" in the picture provided?
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure at an altitude of 3000 feet above sea level?
Lockable service, gas cock, pilot valve and a curb stop valve are all varieties of which type of valve?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded ball valve?
(papg) There are several different methods to calculate the grade of a slope. Which of the methods below would best represent a line to be graded up at 1:46 mm?
The alignment of holes in two or more pieces of plate at the same time can be a challenge. Which of the tool below would be best in this situation?
All of the below are common disadvantages of using plastic pipe except one. Choose the answer that is not a disadvantage.
"This operation of this type of chuck is with an external collar that you hand turn." This statement best describes which of the chucks below?
What tube would be commonly used in fabricating a radiant heating system?
"A substance that undergoes a ___________, doesn't chemically alter what the substance is." Choose from the options below to best fill in the blank in this statement.
There are generally considered to be four types of welds. Which of those weld types is represented by the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
(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 cataracts with long term exposure?
The orientation of a horizontal line is commonly referred to as _______ to the horizon. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below to fill in the blank.
These manufacturer installed items must be removed before the piping is put into operation, but not before the Variable Spring Hanger is installed and fully loaded. Of the selections below, which items best fits this description?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
What tool is in the picture below?
A fitting that has a classification of 2000 would be what kind of fitting?
(se)The distance from the molten pool of the weld to the end of the electrodes core wire is called the arc length. A distance that is ________ of the diameter of the electrodes core wire is considered normal. Choose from the following options the best answer to fill the blank.
Looking at the following terms, choose the best answer that is not associated with a characteristic of a gas.
(ofc)There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "B".
(papg) Determining the surface area of any box involves several calculations. Which of the answers below best describes the number of sides that are involved in determining the surface area of a fully enclosed box?
(ofe)Working with explosive gases is a dangerous prospect, you have to be aware of the limits of flammability for the gas you are working with. Of the gases below, choose the one that has the range of flammability of 2.5%-80% in air.
What tool is in the picture below?
(ofc)Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given below.
(wf)"The maximum load that a material can support without fracture when being stretched." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
There are several different types of groove welds. Which of those weld types is represented by the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
Water distribution systems made from PE piping have a maximum operating temperature. What is that temperature? Choose from the options below.
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluids pressure is proportional to ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "D".
(es) Amperage has an effect on the human body depending on the amount exposed to. Which of the mA answers below best corresponds to having pain, with the loss of voluntary muscle control, as it travels through the body?
What tool is pictured below?
"A metallic substance composed of two or more elements, as either a compound or a solution." This statement is the best description of which of the following terms?
The references in red along the west side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
A nitrogen piping system does not exceed 6000 psi @ 100 degrees F. What weight of pipe is required with Class 6000 forged steel fittings?
The 3 classes of fittings for a forged steel piping system come in 3 classes. Of the list below, select the 3 that apply.
(ofe)The proper procedure for shutting down an oxyacetylene outfit takes an number of steps. Of the answers below, choose the one that represents these number of steps.
You are ordering stud bolts to fasten two flanges together. What thread classification would you order of the following classifications?
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When tightening a wide variety of bolts in one place, which of the wrenches below would best be suited for the job?
"This material is formed with cross-linking, and becomes irreversibly rigid after the reaction has taken place." This is the best description of which of the terms below?
(papg) The relationship between the distance around a circle and the distance directly across it is a constant ratio. Which of the terms below best describes the relationship between the distance around and the full distance across a circle?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
Fluxes in soldering are also known by another term, choose the best term that would be used in place of "fluxes".
The 3 key elements of the WHIMIS system are, worker education, material safety data sheets and ________. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
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.
(wf)Dimensional defects would include all of the following defects except one. Of the answers below choose the one that is not a dimensional defect.