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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.
Which of the following gases has the hottest burning neutral flame? Choose the best answer from those below.
Calculate the volume of 2.3 lb/ft³ of aluminium that weighs 1479 lbs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Of the selection below choose which measurement this sentence best describes. "Not widely used for gas pressures, This measurement is mostly used in materials science, where the tensile strength of a material is measured as a large number of psi."
"This cutting machine cuts metal with a scissor-like action." Which of the machines below best fits this description?
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.
Globe valves have a distinct disadvantage when compared to a gate valve. From the answers below select the best one.
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?
What are the two common wall thicknesses for copper tubing?
The code that covers all piping that transport fluids is which of the following?
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?
(wf)The welding surface may contain discontinuities from the style of preparation. From the answers below, choose the best one that describes discontinuities from a surfaced prepped by gouging. blades.
When heated, metal forms a scale on it's surface. This scale is called what?
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
"A substance that undergoes a ___________, doesn't chemically alter what the substance is." Choose from the options below to best fill in the blank in this statement.
"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?
When buying a ______ solder, the ______ content is always listed first. Fill in the blanks from the options below.
Of all the tools listed below, what is the preferred method for cutting tube under 3/4"?
Convert 45 Dekameters to Decimeters. Choose the best answer from those provided 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 line labeled "F" in the picture provided?
Of the answers below, which support has one bolt or two bolt manufacturing options?
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
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.
A carbonizing flame would be best suited to which of the following applications?
"These drawing tools as commonly used with a T-square to produce vertical and angled lines." Of the tools below, which is best described by this statement?
"A process in which a liquid metal is somehow delivered into a mold." This statement is the best description of which term 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.
"This is the term used for the metal or steel that you are actually welding on." The term best described by this statement is which of the following?
(wf)"Foreign materials trapped in the weld metal at continuous or randomly spaced intervals." This statement best describes which of the defects below?
Of the clothes to wear while cutting, welding or grinding, choose from the answers below the best material to have.
"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
"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.
"These types of pumps come in a reciprocating and rotary style." This best describes which of the answers below?
One of the components in a oxyacetylene outfit is required to deliver a pressure that is consistent despite source pressure fluctuations. Which of the following components best fits this function?
"This style of check valves doesn't rely on flow reversal or gravity to close. Instead, the valve is closed by a spring." Of the valves below, this is the best description of which?
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.
"This material is formed with cross-linking, and becomes irreversibly rigid after the reaction has taken place." This is the best description of which of the terms below?
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?
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.
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 gas irritates sensitive skin and mucous membranes. It is non-flammable, has an unpleasant odour, and is colourless." This statement best describes which of the following gases?
The 3 key elements of the WHIMIS system are, material safety data sheets, labels and ________. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
(se)Which of the basic types of electrode holders is pictured below? Choose from the answers provided.
"This workplace hazard consists of organisms or organic matters produced by these organisms that are harmful to human health." This statement best describes which of the hazards below?
Convert 0.67 to the the nearest practical fraction. Choose the best answer from the ones below
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
"This tooth count hacksaw blade is generally recommended for most uses". Which of the following blades fit that description?
After initial tensioning, a set of studbolts may have to be re-tensioned after start up. Which of the following terms would best explain the cause of this situation?
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.
Which answer below best represents the type of cutting machine in the picture 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?
There are three parts to a common twist drill. Which of the below is not one of those parts?
A compound commonly used in oxy-fuel operations is derived from a combination of water and calcium carbide. Which of the chemical symbols below best represents this hydrocarbon gas?
One of the four classifications of fusion welding low alloy steel oxy fuel gas welding rods is R60. What do the two numbers represent in this classification? Choose the best answer from the options 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?
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
"This layout tool has one chamfered edge usually. The dual purpose tool can check the material surface to assure flatness, and mark a straight line on a surface." This statement best describes which of the following tools?
RTJ gaskets come in two styles. These are which of the following?
There are a certain number of steps to installing soldered tube/pipe. How many steps are required?
Two pieces of eye protection should be used together when grinding or chipping. Choose the best answer from the selection below.
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?
Lift, swing, and non slam are all variations of which type of valve?
A soldered or compression fitting is _______ than a flared fitting.
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.
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "B" in the picture provided?
A fitting that has a classification of 2000 would be what kind of fitting?
"This Section provides such guidelines to assist those directly responsible for operating, maintaining, and inspecting power boilers." This is the best description of which of the following ASME sections?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the one that the black arrow is pointing to in the picture shown?
(mse)The CSA classification of carbon steel SMAW electrodes is metric. Choose the best answer for what the "E" represents, in the answers below.
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.
Around most construction tasks, eye protection is important. The selection of eye protection will rest mainly with which of the following answers? Choose the best one that applies.
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
"Heat number" is a designation that can be replaced by which term?
In the WHMIS system, the two types of labels that are the most commonly used are? Use the answers provided.
When one substance is dissolved in another homogeneously, this is called a solution. Which of the three states of matter can a solution exist? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
The 3 classes of fittings for a forged steel piping system come in 3 classes. Of the list below, select the 3 that apply.
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.
______ type compression joints are also commonly referred to as ______ as well as sleeveless type.
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for pressure?
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.
Maintaining all of the required PPE within the manufactures guidelines and in good working order is the responsibility of the________." Choose from the following answers to fill the blank.
What is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
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.
Materials used for bolts and studs have been grouped into ______ by ASME. Use the options below to fill in the blank.
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
Welding torches and cutting torches are similar in most respects. Of the options below, choose the best answer that represents a similarity.
Looking at the body of a check valve you see a hinge pin on the body. Of the following valves what is the valve you are looking at?
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?
What tool is in the picture below?
(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
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?
(mse)The CSA classification of carbon steel SMAW electrodes is metric. Choose the best answer for what the "70" represents, in the answers below.
There are two basic techniques to pierce a hole in plate steel. Choose the one that best applies from the answers below.
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?
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 following torque procedures is the least accurate in regards to getting to proper tension on a studbolt?
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.
Each substance has it's own rates of expansion and contraction, using the table below find the substance with the greatest amount of expansion per °C. Choose the best answer from those provided below
Copper tube DWV fittings can be used on copper pressure piping systems