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Calculate the perimeter of a building that has a wall measurement of 12' 6⅜". Choose the best answer from the ones below.
What type of bar is pictured below?
What temperature separates soft soldering and brazing?
(mse)"This type of material property is measured using a Brinell, or a Rockwell test." This statement best describes which of the properties below?
On every oxygen cylinder there is an overpressurization safety device. Of the answers below, choose the best name for this device.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld gate valve?
"The reaction caused by contact between metals and oxygen molecules." Is the best definition of which of the terms below?
Code B149.1-05 covers which of the following?
"This type of cutting machine is perfect for busy shops. When the machine is loaded, and starts to cut the material, it allows the operator to do other tasks while the machine is cutting." This statement best describes which of the following metal cutters
The common elements that all fluxes have are listed except for one. Select the one that does not apply.
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.
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "B".
"The process of shaping metal and increasing its strength by hammering or pressing." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
When using a portable fire extinguisher to fight a fire, why is it important to aim at the base of the fire?
Every hacksaw blade has a "set". This particular "set" has every third tooth straight, while the two before it are bent slightly to the side opposite of each other. Of the answers below, choose the best "set" to match this description.
The 3 key elements of the WHIMIS system are, worker education, labels and ________. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for energy?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
After installing an instrument air piping system, you are asked to prove to the client there are no leaks. The piping specs require that no moisture be left in the system after testing. Which of the following options would be the best for this request?
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure at an altitude of 3000 feet above sea level?
What formula would be correct when attempting to calculate the fitting allowance of a threaded 90 degree elbow?
Acetylene gas reacts explosively with some metals, so only certain metals may be used in piping the gas or repairing hose. Of the answers below, one is not an approved metal to be used in transporting acetylene gas. Choose the one that best applies.
Pressure vessels such as pipelines, plumbing, gas cylinders, boilers and fuel tanks can be tested for strength and leaks. From the list below choose the correct testing procedure.
(se)If you wanted a narrower bead, that has deeper penetration, which of the following techniques would be best suited for the task? Choose the best answer from the options below.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld 90° elbow?
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.
100°C is the approximate melting temperature of a fusible plug equipped on an acetylene bottle. Of the reasons below, choose the best reason explaining the purpose of these plugs.
The proper procedure for shutting down an oxyacetylene outfit takes an number of steps. Of the answers below, choose the one that represents these number of steps.
Which of the measurements below is the metric standard for the breaking strength of bolts?
These materials can be cooled and heated several times without any change in their chemistry or mechanical properties. This allows them to be formed and re-formed into different shapes" This is the best description of which of the terms below?
What tool is in the picture below?
What is the square footage of a floor space in a warehouse that is 5' 7¾ by 10' 3⅞? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
In the WHMIS system, "Oxidizing material" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
"This type of breathing apparatus is designed to allow a reserve of air for 5-10 minutes." The answer below that this statement best describes is which one?
Choose the best answer below that is the density of air, in imperial measurement, at STP.
(wf)The best term to describe the portion of the weld between the two black line would be which of the below?
There are several sizes of portable hand drills. How are they rated? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
Files and hacksaws are similar in that they only__________. Use the answers below to complete the sentence.
Compression type fittings for copper tube are generally made from which of the following materials?
From the following answers, choose the best one that represents the radiant energy hazard produced by Non-destructive testing.
Which of the following answers best describes the advantage of preparing a joint with a U groove over the Vee groove style?
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?
When dealing with welding gases and fumes, it is a good practice to limit your exposure to them. The first option to reduce exposure to these fumes and gases is to weld in which of the following locations?
Of the selection of units below, which would be best used to describe pressure?
Convert 0.41278 to a fraction. Choose the best answer from below.
"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.
"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.
What tool is in the picture below?
In a piping system fittings can be used in a variety of situations, one of those is:
Regulators commonly have three working parts to them. Which of the parts does the the adjusting screw attach to? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
With the options below complete the following sentence. "Rules governing the fabrication of power boilers is found in ASME ________"
(se)Welding power sources that are AC-DC rectifier type have several advantages to them, which of the answers below is not one of them? Select the best answer from the options provided.
In oxy-fuel equipment, if the supply pressure gas is allowed to leak into the low pressure side of a regulator, this can cause problems with gauges, relief valves and operation of tools. Which of the answers below best describes this condition?
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.
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.
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?
(wf)Rapid solidification, low amperage, and incomplete perheat are all included in which of the following terms? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #5 is best represented by which answer below?
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?
(wf)The specific requirements of fabrication must include any of the the welding processes. Chemical and mechanical factors are taken into account in every facet of that fabrication. Any deviation from these requirements would be considered a defect." This statement best describes which of the following weld defects?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #1 is best represented by which answer below?
Of the list below, before adding the flux to a capillary soldered joint, what must be done?
What tool is pictured below?
There are three commonly used basic systems of controlling the operation of a mechanized oxy-fuel cutter. Which of the answers below is not one of them? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "A".
All of the below are common disadvantages of using plastic pipe except one. Choose the answer that is not a disadvantage.
What is the name of the ginder pictured below?
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?
Downstream of the second stage of the compressor, but upstream of the moisture separator, should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
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?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a ring joint flange?
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.
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.
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?
"Before heating, the plastic pipe and fittings can be assembled." This statement best describes which of the following?
When comparing STD, XS and XXS wall thicknesses on typical piping, XXS piping has:
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
T=K x D x P, This formula is used to find the starting tightening torque target number. What does the "T" represent in this formula?
(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.
Of the options below, which one relies on the memory of the plastic tube to contract to its original size after the fitting is inserted?
(se)While welding, what is the result of lengthening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
"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.
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 the materials below should never be used to repair an acetylene hose. Choose the best answer that applies.
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.
When "WPB" is stamped on a butt weld fitting, that designates which of the below?
The markings required on a butt weld fitting does not include which of the following?
An Instrument air piping system does not exceed 1673 psi @ 100 degrees F. What class of forged steel fitting in conjunction with Sch 80 piping should be used
In wet sprinkler systems, there is different tube that can be used. Choose the answer below that has all of them.
The classification of fire extinguishers depends on the type of fire they can fight effectively. Which fire extinguisher type is denoted by the picture below?
(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.
On the QC paperwork for the hydrotest that you have up and holding requires absolute pressures. The gauges are holding steady at 35 psi. Which of the answers below best represents the pressure that the QC requires?
(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.
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 type of punch is pictured below?
What is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
The number of turns by _______ should be _______ than the number of turns by _____ when tightening a threaded joint. Choose the words in order to fill the blanks from the options below.
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?
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "F".