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"When used in conjunction with similarly threaded nuts, These externally threaded devices are used to create a joining of two or more components." This is the best description of which of the items below?
When "WPB" is stamped on a butt weld fitting, that designates which of the below?
Socket weld fittings most commonly come in sizes ranging from _____ to _____.
Which of the measurements below is the metric standard for the breaking strength of bolts?
"This physical factor within the environment that harms the musculoskeletal system." This statement best describes which of the hazard groups below?
What tool is in the picture below?
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
"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 basic types of electrode holders is pictured below? Choose from the answers provided.
Of the list below, choose the answer that has one advantage (first) and one disadvantage (second) of copper tubing over steel or iron pipe.
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?
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?
There is a mutual attraction that causes unlike molecules them to cling to each another. This property is best describes by which of the following terms?
(se)When the current flow meets resistance in a conductor, that energy is turned into what form? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Every hacksaw blade has a "set". This particular "set" has every tooth bent slightly to the side and in the opposite direction of the one in front of it. Of the answers below, choose the best "set" to match this description.
The air has a density of _________ at STP, based on 101 kPa and 0°C. Use the best answer below to fill in the blank.
If you are bypassing or modifying a ground connection, you are creating what kind of hazard?
"When looking at this type of drawing, the views most commonly seen are right side, top and front." Which of the terms below is best described by this statement?
There are three types of radiant energy that is given off by a typical welding arc. Choose the one that does not apply from the answers below.
There are three elements that are required to start a fire, this is called the "Fire triangle". Fuel and heat of ignition form two sides of this triangle. Of the answers below, choose the one that best fits on the third side.
After installing an utility water piping system, you are asked to prove to the client there are no leaks. Which of the following options would be the best for this request?
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "D".
Of the answers below, which is the best oxyacetylene term for the explosive condition that occurs upstream the mixer and can include all of the components in the outfit including the regulator.
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?
T=K x D x P, This formula is used to find the starting tightening torque target number. What does the "P" represent in this formula?
What is the name of the reamer pictured below?
A piping system that is being designed to carry a petroleum product at 16 psig and 350F would be covered under which code(s)?
The code that covers all piping that transport fluids is which of the following?
Of the material types below, which one only is available in class 150 and 300 fittings?
After the second tack is in place, what is the tool most commonly used to maintain the gap?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view butt weld cap?
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the best answer from the ones provided to show the arc dimension.
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.
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.
Choose the best answer below that is the density of air, in imperial measurement, at STP.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld globe valve?
There are two accepted methods of protecting metal from electrolysis. Of the list below, choose the one that applies.
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?
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 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?
After seal welding a box, the painters ask how much paint they are going to need to coat the outside. The box is 230 mm long, 450 mm high and 375 mm wide. Of the answers below, choose the best one that reflects this number.
(wf)In during a welded joint, the input of heat must be controlled. Which of the issues could result in a weld where the heat input was not controlled well? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Looking at the following terms, choose the best answer that is not associated with a characteristic of a gas.
(wf)After the fillet weld is complete, the inspector says that the weld profile has a bulge to it. Which of the terms below best describes this situation?
There a specific vocabulary when describing the areas of a fillet weld. Which of these terms is represented by "A" in the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
When fusion welding a butt joint, what is the suggested size of the root opening? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
Choose the best answer below that is the density of water in imperial measurement.
Two pieces of eye protection should be used together when grinding or chipping. Choose the best answer from the selection below.
A threaded fitting you are trying to reclaim has been cross threaded. Which of the items below would be best to attempt to salvage the fitting?
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.
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 "D" in the picture provided?
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.
A carbonizing flame would be best suited to which of the following applications?
The tools pictured below represent which type of pliers?
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?
There a a number of steps in the proper fabrication of a Bell-end joint. Choose the answer below that reflects that number the best.
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "A".
Convert ¹¹⁄₁₆ to a percentage. select the best answer from the ones provided below.
A small percentage of fuels, when exposed to air, water, or heat under normal condition will chemically react. These fuels are classed as which of the below?
Weld fittings are available in two varieties, one of these is:
From the following answers, choose the best one that represents the radiant energy hazard produced by Non-destructive testing.
Which of the following torque procedures is the least accurate in regards to getting to proper tension on a studbolt?
(se)The graph below best represents which type of welding machine output? Choose from the best answer from those provided below.
In oxy-fuel welding, the two terms "forehand" and "backhand" reference the ________ of the torch, or heat source, to the puddle of the weld. Choose the best answer to fill in the blank from the options below.
Calculate the relative density of a steel at 2357 lb/ft³ with water at 62.4 lb/ft³. Select the best answer from the ones provided below.
A tight seal to the face is required by all respirators. This is a critical element in which of the following type(s) of respirator? Of the options below, choose the best answer.
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?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
"Provides requirements for design, fabrication, installation and inspection of steam heating, hot water heating, hot water supply boilers, and potable water heaters intended for low pressure service that are directly fired by oil, gas, electricity, coal or other solid or liquid fuels." This is the best description of which of the ASME sections below?
To cut a piece of copper tube with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
There are a number of lines on the edge of any rule. Which of the terms below best corresponds to these lines?
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.
Ambient conditions and temperature of the contents of thermoplastic pipe are directly related to which of the answers below?
Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those 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.
(mse)The CSA classification of carbon steel SMAW electrodes is metric. Choose the best answer for what the "70" represents, in the answers below.
Of the options below, what is the following sentence describing? "This is a mechanism that mechanically joins or affixes two or more objects together."
In the WHMIS system, "Dangerously reactive material" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
The engineer has asked you to verify the base for setting a tank on, the area required will be a minimum of 10 meters. Which of the answers below best represents the minimum radius required to set the tank?
(se)Why are work lead clamps integral to the welding process? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
"This type of drill is only for up to ½" holes that need to be precise." Choose the answer below that is best described by the statement.
Welding torches and cutting torches are similar in most respects. Of the options below, choose the best answer that represents a similarity.
(se)What is the name of the welding accessory pictured below? Use the answers provided to choose the best one.
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
"During the creation of this style of groove, the steel of the pipe is cold formed while it is displaced inward." Of the answers below, choose the one best described by this statement.
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
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.
Of the safety concerns with soldering listed below, which would occur the least?
CSA approved head, eye, and foot protection is required for all workers. This is best legislated by which of the following acts?
"Machined from a single piece of metal that is cut to match the pipe size, fit between two pipe flanges and requires an additional gasket when it is installed. Also, the bolts will need to be lengthened depending on what piping class and size of the fitting is used." This is the best description of which fitting?
If you allow swarf to accumulate on the tool you are using, what are the problems that can arise?
(se)The distance from the molten pool of the weld to the end of the electrodes core wire is called the arc length. A distance that is ________ of the diameter of the electrodes core wire is considered normal. Choose from the following options the best answer to fill the blank.
(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.
(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.
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?
What formula would be correct when attempting to calculate the fitting allowance of a threaded 90 degree elbow?
What is the name of the grinder pictured below?
Calculate the density of 5 m³ of copper that weighs 3879 kgs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.