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"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.
What tool is in the picture below?
Of the many views that a drawing may have, an isometric drawing will show only three views or faces. Which of the following answers is not one of them?
In the WHMIS system, "Infectious materials" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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.
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.
Copper tube pressure fittings can be used on copper tube DWV piping systems.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded 45° elbow?
(wf)Defective properties would include all of the following defects except one. Of the answers below choose the one that is not a defective property.
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?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
There are some good trade practices when using a hand wrench. Of the practices below, which is not one of them?
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Gas cock" variation?
(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.
"Are used with meters for the purpose of measuring the flow rate of either liquids or gases in the respective pipeline. Pairs of pressure "Tappings", mostly on 2 sides, directly opposite each other, are machined into the flange." This is the best description of which type of fitting?
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?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a male and female set flange?
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.
Which of the following types of copper requires a bending device?
The wall thickness of the two most commonly available fittings for 27.5mm (1/2") pipe are:
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #2 is best represented by which answer below?
There are a number of hydrostatic principles, which of the answers below best encompasses them all?
(se)Which of the terms below best relates to a material or substance that resists the flow of electrical current? Choose your answer from those provided below.
Self-Drilling anchors are considered to be this type of anchor. Choose from the following answers.
(se)All electrode holders have a rating. Choose from the answers below and select the one that best describes this rating.
There is a molecular attraction that causes like molecules to form a meniscus on the surface of a liquid. This property is best describes by which of the following terms?
(wf)Lack of fusion, oxidation and lack of penetration are all included in which of the following terms? Choose the best answer from those provided 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.
Calculate the mass of 6.25 ft³ of gold that weighs 3579 lb/ft³. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Of the three common forged steel fitting classifications, class 4500 is considered:
When comparing STD, XS and XXS wall thicknesses on typical piping, STD piping has:
(papg) Assessing the surface area of any cylinder involves several calculations. Which of the answers below is determined by the formula "2πr²"?
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?
In relation to soldering, what does the term "Capillary action" signify?
The fraction ⁵⁸⁄₇ is equal to which of the answers provided below?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "C".
(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 3.4%-10.8%in air.
The first step in starting a task involving plastic pipe should be? Choose the best answer from the following.
At the warehouse, they have received an exchanger. You look at the waybill, and see that it was discounted 3 separate times for 15%, 12% and 6% each. If the original price was $45,692, which of the answers below best represents the final purchase price?
What is the name of the cutter pictured below?
(ofc)There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "B".
"If a worker is injured or has an accident on the jobsite, they must report it as soon as possible to the employer." The act that best encompasses this statement is which of the following?
"Grinding on the workpiece resting on this attachment prevents sudden slips in which the wheel grabs the work momentarily and yanks it out of the operator's hand, or pulls the hand toward the wheel." This is the best description of which attachment to a bench grinder? Choose from the answers below.
(ofe)The most common type of gauge that is found on a regulator is a bourdon type. Choose from the situations below the best way not to have these gauges damaged when opening a cylinder.
Biological Hazards can be further broken down into subsections. Of the answers below, one is not a biological hazard, choose the answer that doesn't fit.
There are two accepted methods of protecting metal from electrolysis. Of the list below, choose the one that applies.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded cap?
(se)What type of welding circuit is pictured below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
(v) There are many variations of the basic types of valves. Which of the basic valve types below would have "Cock stop valve" variation?
Looking at the answers below, which one is not a cause of flashback while using an oxyacetelyne cutting torch? Choose the best answer that applies.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld ball valve?
(ofe)On oxygen cylinders, there are no seams, neither running up and down nor across. This is due to the manufacturing process that it goes though. Which of the answers below best describes this process?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
(papg) When calculating the area of a shape, you would use the terms "length" and "width". Which of the terms below represents the "width" of a 90° triangle?
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.
What type of wrench is pictured below?
Of the answers provided, choose the thermoplastic that is used for laboratory DWV, and has similar characteristics to PP.
"When looking at this type of drawing, the views most commonly seen are right side, top and front." Which of the terms below is best described by this statement?
STD or Sch40 piping is measured by the nominal ______ up to ______ diameter, and by the exact ______ up to ________diameter. Use the choices below to fill in the blanks in order.
What tool is in the picture below?
What tool is in the picture below?
After cutting a pipe to length with a torch beveller, what is the next step in the weld preparation process?
(v) There is a wide variety of valve styles used in industry today. Which of the valves below would be best used to eliminate a reversal of flow in a system?
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 "D" in the picture provided?
(es) Using the proper tool for the job is an integral part of working safely. When trying to cut wires in an extremely tight spot, which of the tools below would be the best choice?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a butt weld globe valve?
Of the answers below, which support has one bolt or two bolt manufacturing options?
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?
(wf)"This term deals with the increase in stress in an area of a weld near a crack, depression, or a sharp angle. Although the calculated stressing may be quite safe, it can be enough to cause failure of the weld." This statement best describes which of the terms below?
(ofe)In a carbonizing oxyacetylene flame, the length of the feather indicates which of the conditions below? Choose the best answer from the following.
Every hacksaw blade has a "set". This particular "set" has every tooth bent slightly to the side and in the opposite direction of the one in front of it. Of the answers below, choose the best "set" to match this description.
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.
Socket weld fittings are generally used to join piping that is 50mm(2") or less?
In the WHIMIS system, the workplace labels must display 3 pieces of information. Of the answers provided, choose the one that is not needed.
(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 that is 5.3%-14% in air.
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.
A natural gas boiler has an output rating of 43500 Btu and is 67% efficient. Which of the answers below best represents it's input rating?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
It is a good trade practice to transport gas cylinders secured and upright. From which act below did this practice come from?
In the WHMIS system, "Compressed gas" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #3 is best represented by which answer 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?
Of the options listed below, one is not an advantage of ERS over conventional soldering. Choose which one.
(ofe)On every acetylene cylinder there is an overpressurization safety device. Of the answers below, choose the best name for this device.
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?
(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.
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "G" in the picture provided?
Weld fittings are available in two configurations, one of these is:
When storing plastic pipe, the pipe should be supported adequate support at all times. For long term storage, what additional step should be taken?
The plug disc valve is a variation of which main category of 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.
You are ordering stud bolts to fasten two flanges together. What thread classification would you order of the following classifications?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
When using a beam clamp, ensuring the recommended support load is not exceeded is important. What other component of this support system needs to checked against the weight of the load?
In the WHMIS system, "Flammable and combustible material" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
What type of wrench is pictured below?
Of the answers below, which best reflects the name of the drill pictured?
Which form of corrosion(s) is aided by an increase in temperature? Choose the best answer from the options below.
"The temperature at which a metal changes state from solid to liquid at atmospheric pressure." Is the best description for which of the terms below?