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Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
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.
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.
What tool is pictured below?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded globe valve?
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for a small volume?
The _________ has a one-to-one ratio of acetylene and oxygen, any additional oxygen needed for complete combustion comes from the surrounding air. Use the answers provided to fill in the blank.
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the best answer from the ones provided to show the arc dimension.
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
"This physical factor within the environment that harms the musculoskeletal system." This statement best describes which of the hazard groups below?
"In the center of a flange there is a tall hub with a bevelled end suitable for welding." This is a description of which type of flange?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded 45° elbow?
"Is a mechanical seal which fills the space between two or more mating surfaces, generally to prevent leakage from or into the joined objects while under compression." This is the best definition of which fitting?
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that the ________ of a fluid has no effect on pressure." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
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 of the numbered symbols below best represents a butt weld ball valve?
If the piping isometric that you are working off of has a ¼":1' reduced scale to it, what is the print length of the workpiece if it measures 12' on the bench? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
The first step in starting a task involving plastic pipe should be? Choose the best answer from the following.
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.
There are several disadvantages with conventional dimensioning. In the grouping of answers below, one is not a disadvantage of this style of dimensioning. Choose the best answer that applies.
CSA approved head, eye, and foot protection is required for all workers. This is best legislated by which of the following acts?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld globe valve?
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?
Gate valves have many advantages. One of the following is not among of them. Choose which one.
"When required to make a square cut off line on a pipe, this coiled layout tool made of gasket material is commonly used." Which of the tools below best fits this description?
"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?
"This gasket material is generally used in low pressure, low temperature applications." Which of the materials below best fits this description?
(se)All electrical conductors resist the flow of current to some degree. Which of the terms below is used to measure this resistance? From the answers below select the one best applies.
What tool is in the picture below?
(se)Which of the basic types of electrode holders is pictured below? Choose from the answers provided.
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #6 is best represented by which answer below?
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.
Of the following answers, which is the best one for the torch pictured below?
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.
"This alloy is the combination of copper and tin." Which of the metals below is best described by this statement?
"The process of shaping metal and increasing its strength by hammering or pressing." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
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?
The chemical symbol C₂H₂ best represents which of the following compunds?
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.
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.
Compression type fittings for copper tube are generally made from which of the following materials?
If you needed to place new threads on the inside of a fitting, which of these tools would be best?
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?
A fuel gas piping system does not exceed 2795 psi @ 100 degrees F. What class of forged steel fitting in conjunction with XS piping should be used
Type "DWV" copper tubing has what colour identification strip?
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.
(wf)"This is the term used for the point where the material begins to have permanent deformation." This statement best describes which of the terms below?
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?
Code B149.1-05 covers which of the following?
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.
What tool is in the picture below?
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.
Water distribution systems made from PE piping have a maximum operating temperature. What is that temperature? Choose from the options 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?
(wf)Which answer below best describes the undesireable situation shown by the three black arrows?
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
Orthographic and isometric directional arrows have few similarities. From the options provided below, choose the best answer that represents one of those similarities.
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?
The references in red along the west side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
In the WHMIS system, "Other poisons" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
"The ability of a substance, usually a metal, to be deformed or molded into a different shape." This statement is the best description of which of the following terms?
When referring to the center to end measurement of a 90 degree elbow threaded fitting, what is the best term that describes this measurement?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "A" in the picture provided?
"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.
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
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.
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?
The proper procedure for setting up an oxyacetylene outfit takes an number of steps. Of the answers below, choose the one that represents these number of steps.
"In this type of welding, the filler metal is liquid above 425°C, and deposited in the joint by other than capillary attraction." This statement best describes which of the weld methods below?
When inspecting your oxy-acetylene cut after cutting a piece of 50 mm plate, you notice that the bottom of the kerf line is slightly behind the top of the same line. Which of the terms below best expresses this condition?
(se)While welding, what is the result of shortening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(mse)"This type of mechanical property also is known by the term "Elastic limit." This statement best describes which of the properties 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 "A" in the picture provided?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
The common elements that all fluxes have are listed except for one. Select the one that does not apply.
The pressure of the hydraulic torque might warp the flange before the stubot has reached the desired length. From the options bellow, what is the best solution to alleviate this issue?
Calculate the density of 4 ft³ of copper that weighs 367 lbs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Lines that are not perpendicular nor are parallel to a vertex are called which term? Choose the best one that applies from the options 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?
Your journeyman has asked you to cut them 6 pieces of 4' Sch 80 pipe 3' 7". The only piece of pipe you can find is a 20 foot full length. How many pieces will you be able to cut out of this length? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(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?
Good trade practice is a 4:1 ratio when using an extension ladder. From which piece of legislation does the practice originate from?
Choose the best answer below that is the density of water in metric measurement.
One side of a support is 372 mm, the other side is 739 mm. What is the smallest area that this support can be used? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Downstream of the aftercooler, but upstream of the reciever, should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic 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 "C" in the picture provided?
Concrete anchors have two broad categories. Of the choices below, select the ones that apply.
Which of the following types of copper requires a bending device?
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?
To cut a piece of structural steel with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
A small system has been filled and is ready to pressure up. Which of the pumps below would be the best to use for this test?
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.
If you subtract the TE from the T when fitting a threaded joint, the remainder will represent which of these terms?
(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.
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?
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.
Oxygen should have a purity of 99.5% or higher for oxy-fuel cutting. The cutting speed will be an estimated ¾ of normal and the expenditure in cutting oxygen will increase approximately ¼ of normal for each _______ drop in purity percentage form optimum. Use the answers provided to select the best one to fill in the blank.
"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?
Type "M" copper tubing has what colour identification strip?