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There a a number of steps in the proper fabrication of a Bell-end joint. Choose the answer below that reflects that number the best.
With the options below complete the following sentence. "Rules governing the fabrication of power boilers is found in ASME ________"
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.
To avoid electrical shock there are several steps that can be taken. Of the answers below, choose the one that does not apply.
Calculate the density of 4 ft³ of copper that weighs 367 lbs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
What type of wrench is pictured below?
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.
A journeyman is paid 27% more than his apprentice. If the journeyman is earning $43.50, what is the apprentice being paid? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
(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?
There are some good trade practices when using a hand wrench. Of the practices below, which is not one of them?
When using a portable fire extinguisher to fight a fire, why is it important to aim at the base of the fire?
(bs)"This term denotes a type of steel that, to enhance mechanical properties has undergone alloying using different elements." which of the following terms is best described by this statement?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
(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 distance around a circle?
(wf)Almost all electrode rods are kept in a container to protect them from the elements. Which of the following weld defects would this be the best form of protection from?
A small system has been filled and is ready to pressure up. Which of the pumps below would be the best to use for this test?
Complete this equation. 15⁷⁄₈ - 4 ⅙ = X. Choose from the selection of answers below.
"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?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #1 is best represented by which answer 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.
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When trying to tighten a lock nut, which of the tools below would be the best choice?
A fume extracting welding gun works well with which other source of ventilation? Choose the best answer from the choices below
Which of the the materials below should never be used to repair an acetylene hose. Choose the best answer that applies.
What is the SI measurement for air pressure? Choose the best answer from the options below.
To properly prepare a joint to be welded, how many steps should be used to get the joint tacked?
In the groove and shoulder system, if you use a roll groove, what is the disadvantage of this type of groove? Choose the best answer of the options below.
What tool is in the picture below?
In the WHMIS system, "Corrosive materials" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
From the following options, choose the most popular pressure testing method.
"A deterioration of a metal by both mechanical means and chemical means over a period of time." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
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 "F" in the picture provided?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
There are several different types of labeling or lettering on a drawing. In the picture below how many different types of labeling and/or lettering is there. Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(se)Which of the basic types of electrode holders is pictured below? Choose from the answers provided.
Socket weld fittings are generally used to join piping that is 50mm(2") or less?
Calculate the volume of 5 kg/m³ of nitrogen that weighs 2694 kgs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(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 outer layer of skin and the next layer, the dermis?
(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?
(ofe)The proper procedure for setting up an oxyacetylene outfit takes an number of steps. Of the answers below, choose the one that represents these number of steps.
The characteristic of fluidity is shared by two of the three states of matter. Of the answers below, choose the one state that this characteristic does not apply to.
Which of the following torque procedures is the least accurate in regards to getting to proper tension on a studbolt?
When comparing STD, XS and XXS wall thicknesses on typical piping, XXS piping has:
(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 2.3%-9.5% in air.
Of the options below, what is the following sentence describing? "This is a mechanism that mechanically joins or affixes two or more objects together."
The materials that butt weld fittings can be made from include:
"Heat number" is a designation that can be replaced by which term?
If you had to walk around a house and it took you 4 minutes to walk one side and 6 minutes to walk the adjacent side, how long would it take to finish the entire walk? Choose the best answers from those below
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "I" in the picture provided?
Most fuels, when exposed to air, water, or heat under normal condition will not chemically react. These fuels are classed as which of the below?
The barometer in the shop is reading 853 mm Hg, which of the answers below best reflects this reading in psig?
(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?
After installing an utility water piping system, you are asked to prove to the client there are no leaks. Which of the following options would be the best for this request?
What is the name of the ginder pictured below?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the one that the black arrow is pointing to in the picture shown?
There a specific vocabulary when describing the areas of a fillet weld. Which of these terms is represented by "J" in the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "B" in the picture provided?
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 "I" in the picture provided?
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
(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?
"The space between the OD of the tube being fitted and the bore of the fitting." This is the best description of which soldering term below?
Which of the behaviors below best describes a rise or fall of the liquid surface, if a thin tube that is open at the both ends is inserted vertically in to a liquid, relative to the adjacent level of the fluid.
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?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "E" in the picture provided?
"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?
What tool is pictured below?
(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?
(mse)The protective shield that purges any atmospheric gases that may be harmful to the weld, and the slag that protects the weld metal both are produced from one area in the weld zone. Which of the following ares best describes where these are produced?
(ofc)During the oxy-fuel cutting process, iron oxidizes. Of the terms below, which one best describes the resulting lines on the surface of the cut from this process?
When storing plastic pipe, the pipe should be supported adequate support at all times. For long term storage, what additional step should be taken?
"This type of drill is only for up to ½" holes that need to be precise." Choose the answer below that is best described by the statement.
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 "H" in the picture provided?
(se)"The electrical force that retains the arc while the welding work is being done." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
(ofc)There are two basic techniques to pierce a hole in plate steel. Choose the one that best applies from the answers below.
What are the two common wall thicknesses for copper tubing?
When marking the cut on a 250mm (10") diameter pipe, what tool should be used to be assured that the mark is the same measurement all the way around the pipe?
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?
"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?
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "A".
In relation to soldering, what does the term "Capillary action" signify?
The isometric below has an abundance of information contained within it. The amount of 3 inch A106-B sch 40 piping that is required for this drawing is best represented by which of the answers below?
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "D".
If you were to completely show a workpiece in an orthographic projection, how many views would be required as a minimum? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When using a "Robertson" screwdriver, which of the screwdrivers below would you be using?
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.
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.
(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?
"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.
You are asked to cut a mark on a 50mm piece of pipe with a 5" grinder. Which of the tools below would be the best to secure the pipe for cutting?
The recommended PVC grooved joint operating maximum temperature is which of the 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?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "A" in the picture provided?
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.
(se)On a brand new joint, when welding one of the first two passes, what arc length should be used? Choose the best answer from the options given below.
To cut a piece of thin wall tubing with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
(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?
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "D"?
This type of soldering uses temperatures below 450C or 840F:
Which of the piping systems below would Bell-end type joints primarily be used in?