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If you subtract the TE from the T when fitting a threaded joint, the remainder will represent which of these terms?
(bs)This filler metal is most commonly used with cobalt alloys, and applications that have an extremely high service temperature." This statement describes which of the filler metals below best?
Fabricators and designers have been using the various lines to convey information in their drawings, which is called the "alphabet of lines". Which of the terms below best describes the line labeled "B" in the picture provided?
There are some good trade practices when using a hand wrench. Of the practices below, which is not one of them?
Before entering a container to work, your Journeyman asks for a gas test to be done. The foreman agrees and puts the sniffer close to the roof of the container. Of the following answers, which gas would he be testing for?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
An Instrument air piping system does not exceed 1673 psi @ 100 degrees F. What class of forged steel fitting in conjunction with Sch 80 piping should be used
A fitting that has a classification of 2000 would be what kind of fitting?
The references in red along the north side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
The references in red along the west side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
(se)The connections used for welding cables must be tight. If an undersized lug is used, which of the following might occur with a high current load? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
"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?
(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.
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld gate valve?
"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.
Which of the following situations would a scribe be the best layout tool of choice? Use the following situations for your answer.
Of the options listed below, one is not an advantage of ERS over conventional soldering. Choose which one.
(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?
When comparing STD, XS and XXS wall thicknesses on typical piping, XXS piping has:
Inches of Hg is commonly used for atmospheric pressure. What is the difference in pressure exerted by a 10" column of Hg with a 1 in² base, when compared to a column of water the same height? Use the best answer from those provided below.
(ofe)"Carefully controlled tolerances are required to manufacture quality cutting tips. One-piece tips that are used in the cutting process with acetylene are generally made from ________ to endure the heat generated. To produce exact holes for these tips, they are machined, drilled, and swaged over special wires." Select the best answer from the ones 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.
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Lockable service valve" variation?
This chisel has a cutting edge that is typically 60°,but can be reduced to 40° or increased to 90°. The chisel that best suits this description is which of the below?
0.578 oz/in² is equal to which of the answers below? Choose the best answer that applies
Choose the best answer below that is the density of water in metric measurement.
(papg) When calculating the area of a shape, you would use the terms "length" and "width". Which of the terms below represents the "length" of a 90° triangle?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Which of the below would be the best fitting to prevent damage from a pressure surge to a gauge on a hydrostatic test?
Convert 45 Dekameters to Decimeters. Choose the best answer from those provided below.
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?
In the WHMIS system, the two types of labels that are the most commonly used are? Use the answers provided.
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
(wf)Weld faults can happen even before the welding has occurred. Which of the answers below best describes the number of common types of pre-weld dimensional defects?
Which of the states of matter can be defined as having defined mass, but no defined volume or shape? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Under the Workers compensation act, are apprentices and learners entitled to compensation?
(ws) Welding and Oxy-fuel cutting have some specialized safety equipment. Which of the answers below would be the minimum recommended filter plate for low amperage SMAW welding?
(ofe)An acetylene bottle has a specific volumetric capacity. The cylinder should not be emptied more then one _______ of that capacity per hour. Choose the best answer to fill in the blank from the ones below.
Calculate the relative density of a compound at 10456 kg/m³ with water at 1000 kg/m³. Select the best answer from the ones provided below.
The orientation of a vertical line is commonly referred to as _______ to the horizon. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below to fill in the blank.
(mse)"This type of material property is measured using a Brinell, or a Rockwell test." This statement best describes which of the properties below?
The plug on the end of a 150 mm pipe has a force restriction of 250,000 N. What is the maximum operating pressure that this fitting can handle? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
From the following options, choose the most popular pressure testing method.
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for a large volume?
(ws) There are several different types of energy that are released when you are welding or oxy-fuel cutting. "Infrared rays" Would best be defined by which type of energy below?
What tool is in the picture below?
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."
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
There a specific vocabulary when describing the areas of a fillet weld. Which of these terms is represented by "B" in the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
Orthographic and isometric directional arrows have few similarities. From the options provided below, choose the best answer that represents one of those similarities.
Fabricators and designers have been using the various lines to convey information in their drawings, which is called the "alphabet of lines". Which of the terms below best describes the line labeled "C" in the picture provided?
There are several steps to consider when soldering on a valve. Of the list choose the one that dose not apply
You are working with an isometric drawing that has dimensions in imperial measurements. Your journeyman has asked you to convert several measurements to inches. These measurements include 6', 4.5', 3'7" and 2'4". Choose the best answer below to reflect the total number of inches.
Of the answers below choose the best answer that reflects style of press that has the highest capacity.
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Gas valve" variation?
(ofe)When balancing pressures with an oxyacetylene torch, good rule of thumb to calculate "blow away" is _________ per tip size. Choose from the answers below to 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?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Corporation stop valve" variation?
(ofc)Which of the following gases has the hottest burning neutral flame? Choose the best answer from those below.
You find a workpiece that you are trying to drill a hole in too tough to position under a sensitive or upright drill press. Which of the following answers best solves this problem?
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.
(se)When the current flow meets resistance in a conductor, that energy is turned into what form? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Of the selection of units below, which would be best used to describe pressure?
A plug valve is quick to open or quick to close. Another way of describing that profile is which of the following?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "C" in the picture provided?
(ofe)On every oxygen cylinder there is an overpressurization safety device. Of the answers below, choose the best name for this device.
When referring to the center to end measurement of a 90 degree elbow threaded fitting, what is the best term that describes this measurement?
What tool is in the picture below?
(papg) When calculating the "Grade" of a slope, there are several terms that are used. Which of the terms below is best defined as the required difference in elevation between two ends of a sloped pipe over a set distance?
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When trying to create a splice by twisting wires together, which of the tools below would be the best choice?
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
The inert purge gases for GMAW and GTAW welding processes are non-toxic, but are still dangerous. In what situation below would these gases be a danger?
Of the options below, which one requires both ends of the plastic pipe to be perfectly square?
Convert ⁷⁄₁₅ to a decimal. Choose the best answer from the ones below
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
(v) Individual types of valve have certain characteristics. Which of the valves below, when partially opened, would suffer from wire-drawing of the disc and seat?
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?
(wf)Of the types of inclusions below, which would be characteristic of a GTAW process?
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?
(se)While welding, what is the result of shortening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(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
When installing an instrument air piping system in a textile plant, what code would you reference for the minimum standards?
(ws) While welding, there may be contact with extremely hot metals, slag and sparks. Which of the answers below best relates to damage being done to the epidermis resulting in blistering?
Youare going to dig a well on your land to get water, you have bought a small suction pump that will create a vacuum equal to a column 984 mm Hg. Which answer below best represents the maximum depth that the well can be while using this pump?
A water holding tank has a base of 25.67 m² and a height of 10 m, what is the force acting on the base of the tank? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
"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?
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?
To supply a gas test with high pressure, dry gas, which of the following would be best to use?
Of the choices below, there is one valve that would be best suited to a service that requires regular maintenance.
In the WHMIS system, "Compressed gas" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
The code that covers external piping for boilers that create steam or vapour at 15 psig or more, and water at a pressures in excess of 160 psig and/or a temperature in excess of 250F is which of the following?
Weld fittings are available in two configurations, one of these is:
(ofc)/m³ and Btu/ft³ are two was of expressing ________energy. Use the terms below to select the one that best fills in the blank.
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
(mse)The CSA classification of carbon steel SMAW electrodes is metric. Choose the best answer for what the "70" represents, in the answers below.
(papg) Areas and surface areas can be measured in metric. Which of the answers below would represent the proper time to convert mm into m in a calculation?
What tube would be commonly used in fabricating a radiant heating system?