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The isometric below has an abundance of information contained within it. The amount of 3 inch A106-B sch 40 piping that is required for this drawing is best represented by which of the answers below?
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?
In the WHMIS system, "Oxidizing material" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
There is a mutual attraction that causes like molecules them to cling to each another. This property is best describes by which of the following terms?
When faced with vertical movements typically in excess of 13mm, or where no residual stresses are to be transferred to the pipe, which of the supports below would be the best to install?
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?
To supply a gas test with high pressure, dry gas, which of the following would be best to use?
(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.
"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?
Most fuels, when exposed to air, water, or heat under normal condition will not chemically react. These fuels are classed as which of the 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.
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?
Calculate the volume of 5 kg/m³ of nitrogen that weighs 2694 kgs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
From the following options, choose the most popular pressure testing method.
When comparing STD, XS and XXS wall thicknesses on typical piping, STD piping has:
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #4 is best represented by which answer below?
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
Which of the following types of copper requires a bending device?
(wf)"This type of defect is defined as an interruption of the typical structure of a material typically during the welding process." This statement best defines which of the answers below?
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
Of the options below, which one requires both ends of the plastic pipe to be perfectly square?
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 most common colour for a oxygen gas hose in an oxyacetylene set up is which of the below?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
Self-Drilling anchors are considered to be this type of anchor. Choose from the following answers.
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.
Straight pattern, Y pattern and angle pattern are all design variations of which style of valve?
(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
Every hacksaw blade has a "set". This particular "set" has the teeth in a wavy design running from left to right. . Of the answers below, choose the best "set" to match this description.
"This term is used to describe an action that means to divide something into two equal sections." The term best described by this statement is which of the following?
What type of punch is pictured below?
When you are going to lubricate an air motor, which of the following would be the best time to do it?
A piping system that is being designed to carry a petroleum product at 16 psig and 350F would be covered under which code(s)?
If you are bypassing or modifying a ground connection, you are creating what kind of hazard?
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?
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.
"In drill presses and drills, to hold the drill bits and accessories, there are several tooling devices that can be used." These are commonly called which of the below?
If you needed to place new threads on the inside of a fitting, which of these tools would be best?
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "D"?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a butt weld gate valve?
Of the gases below, choose the one that has the highest flame temperature in its neutral state.
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 "K" copper tube has which colour identification strip?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "G" in the picture provided?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
Of the answers below, which support has one bolt or two bolt manufacturing options?
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.
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?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld 90° elbow?
Electrical shock accounts for a large number of workplace injuries. Which of the following would not increase the possibility of electrical shock? 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?
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.
What type of wrench is pictured below?
(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 the picture below, what type of joining system is being used? Use the best answer from the ones provided below.
(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.
A 10 meter piece of brass pipe that has an operating temperature of 85°C and pressure of 34 kPa/m². This line was originally installed At -15°C, what is the total linear expansion in meters for this line? Choose the best answer from the ones supplied below.
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?
15.5 meters of line is supposed to be graded at 1:13, which of the answers below best satisfies this grade?
"These types of pumps come in a reciprocating and rotary style." This best describes which of the answers below?
(se)"This device limits electrical flow to one direction." This statement best describes which of the devices below?
(mse)The slag from the welding process has several important functions. Of the answers below choose the best one that does not apply.
There are two accepted methods of protecting metal from electrolysis. Of the list below, choose the one that applies.
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.
A neutral flame would be best suited to which of the following applications?
(se)All welding machines have a duty cycle. A machine with a duty cycle of 72% with an amperage of 425, would run continuously at what amp maximum? Choose the best answer from the selection below.
"This piece of legislation came into effect in 1915. This act deals primarily with compensation, medical aid and rehabilitation of a worker due to a job-related injury." Which of the answers below is best described by this statement?
Of the choices below, there is one valve that would be best suited to a service that requires regular maintenance.
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.
(se)Welding power sources that are AC transformer type have several advantages to them, which of the answers below is not one of them? Select the best answer from the options provided.
"This term is a combination of metals or of a metal and another element." Which of the following terms is best described by this statement?
(se)Which of the terms below is used when a sine wave completes a 360° rotation?
On every oxygen cylinder there is an overpressurization safety device. Of the answers below, choose the best name for this device.
What is the name of the reamer pictured below?
If the piping isometric that you are working off of has a 1:20 metric reduced scale to it, what is the actual length of the workpiece of you measure 45mm on the print? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
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?
"Easy rotation of the piping to allow for even wearing of the pipe in an abrasive application." This is the best description of which of the plastic pipe joining types below?
Plastic pipe can move slowly in hangers. This is due to temperature changes that have an effect on the expansion and contraction of the pipe. This mechanism is commonly called which of the below?
There are several steps to consider when soldering on a valve. Of the list choose the one that dose not apply
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
T=K x D x P, This formula is used to find the starting tightening torque target number. What does the "K" represent in this formula?
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.
(se)What type of welding circuit is pictured below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
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.
Convert 0.41278 to a fraction. Choose the best answer from below.
(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.
When referring to the center to end measurement of a 90 degree elbow threaded fitting, what is the best term that describes this measurement?
"The standard filler is normally sufficient for applications up to 900º F. Other soft fillers are available for higher temperatures or special applications. The choice of the metal used for the jacketed part of the fitting would depend upon the corrosive conditions being encountered." This is the best description of which of the following fittings?
(wf)Dimensional defects would include all of the following defects except one. Of the answers below choose the one that is not a dimensional defect.
(se)"Metal deposition rate is the weight of material deposited by arc welding in a unit of time. For this rate to increase, which of the options below would be best suited?
The vents of a hydrotest are not in the open position on all of the high points while filling the system. Which of the following is the likely result of this situation when trying to test the system
What type of wrench is pictured 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
(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 list below, the two most commonly used pressure ratings on fittings are Class 125 and 250.
The type of gauge that is most commonly used in pressure testing would be one that has a ________ date stamped or labeled on it for easy recorded by QA/QC.
There are a certain number of steps to installing soldered tube/pipe. How many steps are required?
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.