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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?
(ofc)Oxygen should have a purity of 99.5% or higher for oxy-fuel cutting. The cutting speed will be an estimated ¾ of normal and the expenditure in cutting oxygen will increase approximately ¼ of normal for each _______ drop in purity percentage form optimum. Use the answers provided to select the best one to fill in the blank.
(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?
The common elements that all fluxes have are listed except for one. Select the one that does not apply.
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When trying to bend wires in an extremely tight spot, which of the tools below would be the best choice?
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When using the shank and the width of the tip to size the proper screwdriver, which of the screwdrivers below would you be sizing?
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.
What temperature separates soft soldering and brazing?
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?
(ofe)"These regulators allow a consistent pressure to be fed to the tool being used. This is true despite the change in inlet pressures." Which of the regulators below is best described by this statement?
(ofe)On every oxygen cylinder there is an overpressurization safety device. Of the answers below, choose the best name for this device.
(se)Which of the terms below relates best to how quickly the flow of AC changes direction? Choose the your answer from those provided below.
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?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded tee elbow?
Of the methods to render a container safe for hotwork, which of the following is the most common and most effective?
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.
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.
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When using an Allen head wrench, which type of wrench, from the answers below, are you using?
"This physical factor within the environment that harms the musculoskeletal system." This statement best describes which of the hazard groups below?
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "A".
If you are asked to install PVC piping for a drainage system, what colour must the pipe and solvent be? Choose the best answer from the options below.
(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?
(ofc)When inspecting your oxy-acetylene cut after cutting a piece of 50 mm plate, you notice that the bottom of the kerf line is slightly behind the top of the same line. Which of the terms below best expresses this condition?
(mse)"Loads that change in either size, position or direction, are considered to be________ loads." This statement best describes which of the terms provided?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Lockable service valve" variation?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
"When used in conjunction with similarly threaded nuts, These externally threaded devices are used to create a joining of two or more components." This is the best description of which of the items below?
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?
"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?
There are a number of lines on the edge of any rule. Which of the terms below best corresponds to these lines?
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "B"?
The fraction ⅜ is equal to which of the fractions below? Choose the best answer from the ones provided.
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.
"This two-part anchoring system consists of resin and hardener which are combined through a mixing nozzle, and an anchor rod." This is the best description of which of the following anchors?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #3 is best represented by which answer below?
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 picture provided?
Typical hanger spacing for 150 mm stainless steel pipe is 5.5 m. Using that information, how many hangers are needed on a 46 m horizontal run?
(mse)"Operational characteristics of an electrode can be controlled in several ways. One of those ways is by the different composition of the flux coating." Choose from the answers below the coating that does not apply to this statement.
Convert 0.41278 to a fraction. Choose the best answer from below.
Typical hanger spacing for 50 mm cast iron pipe is 3.0 m. Using that information, how many hangers are needed on a 13 m horizontal run?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #2 is best represented by which answer below?
When comparing STD, XS and XXS wall thicknesses on typical piping, STD piping has:
(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 difference in elevation between two ends of a sloped pipe?
You are asked to draw an unbroken horizontal line. Which of the drawing tools below would be the best choice for this task?
There are a great many ways to give information about the shape of an object. Certain ways of drawing or views will give some information clearer than others. Of the answers below, choose the best term that describes the following picture.
Which of the answers below best represents the pressure exerted by a column of water 1' in height and a base of 1 in²?
In relation to soldering, what does the term "Bore" signify?
(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.
From the following options, choose the most popular pressure testing method.
(se)"This electrical current has is not bi-directional and flows only from negative to positive." This statement best describes which of the following currents?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view butt weld tee?
There are a great many ways to give information about the shape of an object. Certain ways of drawing or views will give some information clearer than others. Of the answers below, choose the best term that describes the following picture.
(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.
Copper tube DWV fittings can be used on copper pressure piping systems
Lockable service, gas cock, pilot valve and a curb stop valve are all varieties of which type of valve?
(bs)Which of the filler metals would be most commonly used when brazing copper or copper alloys? Choose the best answer from the following filler metals.
The type of gauge that is most commonly used in pressure testing would be one that has a ________ date stamped or labeled on it for easy recorded by QA/QC.
Which of the following situations would a scribe be the best layout tool of choice? Use the following situations for your answer.
(ofe)When the work that is being performed is not dependent on the pressure delivered from the cylinder being used, which style of regulator would most commonly used?
There are some specific weld faults that can occur with a fillet weld. Which of these faults is represented by the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
(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?
To cut a piece of copper tube with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
(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.
What type of punch is pictured below?
(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?
(ofc)"This type of oxy-fuel cutting torch has preheat gases supplied to the cutting tip." Which of the following torch types is best described by this statement?
(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?
Choose the best answer below that is the density of water in metric measurement.
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
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 "A" in the picture provided?
From the following answers, choose the one that answers the following statement. "The operating position of a gate valve commonly are ________ and ________."
Which of the states of matter can be defined as having defined mass, volume and shape? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Concrete anchors have two broad categories. Of the choices below, select the ones that apply.
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture 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?
Convert 45 Dekameters to Decimeters. Choose the best answer from those provided below.
With the options below complete the following sentence. "Rules governing the fabrication of power boilers is found in ASME ________"
"When required to make a square cut off line on a pipe, this coiled layout tool made of gasket material is commonly used." Which of the tools below best fits this description?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
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?
(ofc)"The angle of the oxy-fuel torch relative to the direction of travel that which the tip is pointed dictates the directions in which the heat is going and the slag will be blown." Which of the terms below is best described by 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.
Every hacksaw blade has a "set". This particular "set" has the teeth in a wavy design running from left to right. . Of the answers below, choose the best "set" to match this description.
There are three types of radiant energy that is given off by a typical welding arc. Choose the one that does not apply from the answers below.
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "B" in the picture provided?
Which of the following torque procedures is the least accurate in regards to getting to proper tension on a studbolt?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded 45° elbow?
If the welding apprentices tacked 4 welds in an hour, how many welds would be tacked by 3 apprentices in a 37.5 hour work week? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
What type of wrench is pictured below?
The pressure exerted by a column of Hg 9" high would be which of the following answers? Choose the best answer that applies from the ones below
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the answer from the ones provided that best describes the method of dimensioning.
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.
(ofc)There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "A".
(bs)In oxy-fuel welding, the two terms "forehand" and "backhand" reference the ________ of the torch, or heat source, to the puddle of the weld. Choose the best answer to fill in the blank from the options below.
For material that is ⅜" to 1" thick, the most common type of joint preparation would be which of the following. Choose the best answer that applies
(mse)The weld puddle does not use up the electrode in which of the following weld processes? Choose the best answer from the ones provided.
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
Of all the tools listed below, what is the preferred method for cutting tube under 3/4"?
Gate valves have many advantages. One of the following is not among of them. Choose which one.
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a containers shape that is holding a fluid will ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.