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Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded tee elbow?
Socket weld fittings most commonly come in sizes ranging from _____ to _____.
From the following answers, choose the one that answers the following statement. "The operating position of a gate valve commonly are ________ and ________."
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Which of the following supports has a hardened steel cup set screw?
Socket weld fittings are generally used to join piping that is 50mm(2") or less?
A pressure of 379 kPa is showing on your absolute pressure gauge. Your journeyman needs that in converted to psig. Which of the answers below best reflects the number that you will give them?
(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.
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
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?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a ring joint flange?
The volume of all solids and liquids changes as the temperature of the substance rises and falls. Choose the best answer that represents the change in volume when water transforms to ice.
Of the following answers, which is the best one for the torch pictured below?
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
Of the answers below, which is the best oxyacetylene term for the condition that occurs when the flame burns back into the tip, followed by a "pop" noise?
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. From the information in the provided picture, select the best answer to describe the method of dimensioning.
(se)While welding, what is the result of shortening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided 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?
"While dimensioning drawings, there is one of the following activities that you must avoid doing." Which of the following actions when dimensioning a drawing must be avoided? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below
When balancing pressures with an oxyacetylene torch, good rule of thumb to calculate "blow away" is _________ per tip size. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
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 a specific vocabulary when describing the areas of a fillet weld. Which of these terms is represented by "G" in the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
"This tooth count hacksaw blade is generally recommended for most uses". Which of the following blades fit that description?
(wf)Welding has several broad classes of defects that can occur in any weld. Choose the best answer from the options provided below, to show how many classes there are.
Of the selection of units below, which would be best used to describe pressure?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld tee?
In the WHIMIS system, the workplace labels must display 3 pieces of information. Of the answers provided, choose the one that is not needed.
Of the options below, which measuring tool would be best suited to getting exact measurements?
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
A water holding tank has a base of 25.67 m² and a height of 10 m, what is the force acting on the base of the tank? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
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 lowest temperature a metal is completely molten is called which of the soldering terms below?
What tool is pictured below?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #3 is best represented by which answer below?
For material that is ⅜" to 1" thick, the most common type of joint preparation would be which of the following. Choose the best answer that applies
"A substance that undergoes a ___________, there is a release or absorption of energy as a new substance is formed." Choose from the options below to best fill in the blank in this statement.
Convert 4.81' to the nearest ¹⁄₁₆ of an inch. Choose the best answer from the ones below
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?
What tool is in the picture below?
(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.
(mse)"A load that is relatively constant for an extended time, is considered to be a ________ load." This statement best describes which of the answers below?
Complete this equation. 15⁷⁄₈ - 4 ⅙ = X. Choose from the selection of answers below.
There are two accepted methods of protecting metal from electrolysis. Of the list below, choose the one that applies.
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.
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 floor of the container. Of the following answers, which gas would he be testing for?
The coolest place possible should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
If you allow swarf to accumulate on the tool you are using, what are the problems that can arise?
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "C"?
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.
Which of the valves below best fits the description of this statement? "This type of valve has two ports to it. One inlet and one outlet, and relies on pressure on the inlet side to work properly."
Calculate the mass of 6.25 ft³ of gold that weighs 3579 lb/ft³. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
Typically on a hydrostatic test, the _______ of the fill hose is greater than the high pressure hose. Choose from the following answers to fill in the blank.
Under the Workers compensation act, are apprentices and learners entitled to compensation?
What is the SI measurement for air pressure? Choose the best answer from the options 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?
The safe working pressure of acetylene is 15 psi. As the temperature of the gas increases, this pressure will change. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below to explain what this change will be.
(se)If you wanted a wider bead accompanied with less penetration, which of the following techniques would be best suited for the task? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld ball valve?
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.
Some wheels become loaded with debris, or glazing becomes an issue. Of the answers below, choose the best method to solve these problems.
There are a number of lines on the edge of any rule. Which of the terms below best corresponds to these lines?
Generally in oxy-fuel cutting, when heat is applied to steel ranging from 760°C to 870°C, this is commonly referred to as which of the terms below? Choose the best answer from the options provided.
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
Which of the following answers best describes the advantage of preparing a joint with a U groove over the Vee groove style?
In every piping system, a specific fitting should be installed for control of flow and pressure. Of the choices below, which fitting(s) would best apply?
Of the options below, which one requires both ends of the plastic pipe to be perfectly square?
It is a good trade practice to transport gas cylinders secured and upright. From which act below did this practice come from?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a male and female set flange?
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
Of the options below, choose the one that best represents a manual actuator for a gate valve in an inaccessible area.
15.5 meters of line is supposed to be graded at 1:13, which of the answers below best satisfies this grade?
(wf)A tapered transition ratio of _________ is commonly thought to be acceptable by numerous codes. Use the answers given below to find the best ratio to fill in the blank.
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)Your welder asks you to turn up the _________ on his welder for more penetration. Choose the best answer from the options below to fill in the blank.
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 picture provided?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
"Smaller tubing sizes and the strength of the operator are both characteristics that this type of bender has." Of the options below, choose the bender that best fits this description.
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a tongue and groove flange?
The Variation in a gate valve's design is in the disc. How many types of disc variations are there for a gate valve?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld 45° elbow?
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.
To protect the internal mechanisms, this type of gate valve should not be placed in a line that has turbulent flow. This is the best description of which of the following?
These types of portable fire extinguishers are very heavy, have a conical nozzle, and are commonly bright red. Choose the best answer from the selection below.
When "WPB" is stamped on a butt weld fitting, that designates which of the 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.
"These regulators allow a consistent pressure to be fed to the tool being used. This is true despite the change in inlet pressures." Which of the regulators below is best described by this statement?
These multi-purpose portable fire extinguishers are light, commonly red, and have a short nozzle or a narrow length of hose. Choose from the answers below the one that best applies.
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "C".
"The ability of a body to resist a distorting influence and to return to its original size and shape when that influence or force is removed." This is the best definition of which of the terms below?
Typical hanger spacing for 19 mm copper pipe is 2.4 m. Using that information, how many hangers are needed on a 8 m horizontal run?
(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.
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.
(se)"The electrical force that retains the arc while the welding work is being done." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
Of the clothes to wear while cutting, welding or grinding, choose from the answers below the best material to have.
All butt weld fittings must have _____ pieces of information stamped on them.
Which of the following situations would a scribe be the best layout tool of choice? Use the following situations for your answer.
What type of wrench is pictured below?