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Steamfitter-Pipefitter: FIRST PERIOD

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(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?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
Files and hacksaws are similar in that they only__________. Use the answers below to complete the sentence.
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
(se)If a welding machine is left on, but no work is being done with it, what type of voltage is at the output terminals? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Convert ¹¹⁄₁₆ to a percentage. select the best answer from the ones provided below.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld ball valve?
(ofe)Of the answers below, which is the best oxyacetylene term for the condition that occurs when the tip produces a shrieking noise, sparks and dark smoke.
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?
What tool is in the picture below?
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?
In the drawing provided, there is a column at the northwest corner of the entrance. It's location is best represented by which of the following answers below?
What is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
T=K x D x P, This formula is used to find the starting tightening torque target number. What does the "D" represent in this formula?
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
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "C"?
"Heat number" is a designation that can be replaced by which term?
When "WPB" is stamped on a butt weld fitting, that designates which of the below?
Twist drill sizes are designated by four methods. Which of the following answers 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?
(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 skin to burn due to an elevated temperature of the exposed area?
(wf)After the fillet weld is complete, the inspector says that the weld profile has a bulge to it. Which of the terms below best describes this situation?
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?
The coolest place possible should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
There are a number of hydrostatic principles, which of the answers below best encompasses them all?
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?
(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.
There are three elements that are required to start a fire, this is called the "Fire triangle". Fuel and heat of ignition form two sides of this triangle. Of the answers below, choose the one that best fits on the third side.
(wf)There is a great variety of ______ . This encompasses any flaw that compromises the acceptable standard for a weld. Choose the best answer to fill in the blanks from the ones provided below.
Of the options below, choose the one that best represents a manual actuator for a gate valve in an inaccessible area.
This type of soldering uses temperatures below 450C or 840F:
"Before heating, the plastic pipe and fittings can be assembled." This statement best describes which of the following?
When storing plastic pipe, the pipe should be supported adequate support at all times. For long term storage, what additional step should be taken?
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.
(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?
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
"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?
Of all the tools listed below, what is the preferred method for cutting tube under 3/4"?
If the piping isometric that you are working off of has a ¼":1' reduced scale to it, what is the print length of the workpiece if it measures 12' on the bench? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "E" in the picture provided?
The major difference between machined screws and both wood screws and sheet metal screws is which of the following?
(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.
0.578 oz/in² is equal to which of the answers below? Choose the best answer that applies
"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.
The fraction ⁵⁸⁄₇ is equal to which of the answers provided below?
Class 3000, is a fitting classification for which type of material?
(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 no sensation as it travels through the body?
Of the following supports, choose the one that is an example of a constant support hanger.
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.
On any angle grinder and grinding disk there is an RPM rating. What is the relationship between the rating of the grinder and the rating of the disk? Choose the best answer from the ones below
(wf)After the fillet weld is complete, the weld profile looks like the green section of the picture below. Which of the terms below best describes this profile?
Typical hanger spacing for 76 mm black iron pipe is 4.3 m. Using that information, how many hangers are needed on a 20 m horizontal run?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
Choose the best answer below that is the density of water in imperial measurement.
(v) There is a wide variety of valve styles used in industry today. Which of the valves below would be best used to eliminate backflow in a system?
Your journeyman has asked you to torque a 4" #150 flange to 50 ft/lbs. This represents 30% of the total torque, which of the answers below best represents the full torque value?
(papg) There are several steps to determining the area of a circle. Which of the answers below would you square to calculate the area of a circle?
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.
(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 term is used for lines that intersect at a right angle." Of the terms provided choose the best one to fit this statement
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.
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?
(wf)In during a welded joint, the input of heat must be controlled. Which of the issues could result in a weld where the heat input was not controlled well? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(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.
"During the creation of this style of groove, the steel of the pipe is cold formed while it is displaced inward." Of the answers below, choose the one best described by this statement.
Which of the following supports are used to support pipe lines with light loads that are subjected to up to 32mm vertical thermal movements?
What tool is in the picture below?
(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.
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.
In the picture below, what type of joining system is being used? Use the best answer from the ones provided 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?
Complete this equation. 5⅘ x 2⅜ = X. Choose from the selection of answers below.
A worker is grinding 6m away from another worker refueling a diesel welder. Is there any workplace infraction occurring in this situation? Choose the best answer below for answering this.
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?
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.
Type "DWV" copper tubing has what colour identification strip?
(ofc)The material that is blown away by the oxygen stream while oxy-fuel cutting is called which of the following terms? Choose the best answer from the selection below.
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.
When installing an instrument air piping system in a textile plant, what code would you reference for the minimum standards?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
The Variation in a gate valve's design is in the disc. How many types of disc variations are there for a gate valve?
(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 design of a ball valve is similar to which of the listed valves?
A square groove double weld commonly has a maximum material thickness of ________. Use the best answer below to fill in the blank.
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.
(se)Why are work lead clamps integral to the welding process? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
A tight seal to the face is required by all respirators. This is a critical element in which of the following type(s) of respirator? Of the options below, choose the best answer.
Gate valves have many advantages. One of the following is not among of them. Choose which one.
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "F".
What tool is pictured below?
(ofe)When used in conjunction with a reverse flow check valve , a flashback arrestor is best to be place where on an oxyacetylene setup?
(ofe)On every acetylene cylinder there is an overpressurization safety device. Of the answers below, choose the best name for this device.
Of the valves below, which has a non-directional flow pattern?
(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 sensation of a mild shock as it travels through the body?
(ofe)All of the following statements regarding an oxygen cylinders are true, except one. Choose the answer that does not belong.
What type of punch is pictured below?
This type of layout tool consists of two parts, a "Beam" and a "Blade". Which of the following tools best fits this description?
What is the SI measurement for air pressure? Choose the best answer from the options below.
Which of the following answers best describes the advantage of preparing a joint with a U groove over the Vee groove style?
(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?