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Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
"This type of cutting machine has a large flywheel driven by an electric motor that does the cutting." Of the answers below choose the one that is best described by this statement.
A fume extracting welding gun works well with which other source of ventilation? Choose the best answer from the choices below
What type of wrench is pictured below?
"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?
There are several different types of labeling or lettering on a drawing. In the picture below how many different types of labeling and/or lettering is there. Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
"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?
"This physical factor within the environment that harms the musculoskeletal system." This statement best describes which of the hazard groups below?
Your crew has just finished setting an enclosed vessel that had a 15 m diameter, a height of 23 m. The insulator foreman has asked you to verify his requirements of insulating the shell of the vessel. Choose the best answer from the ones below that represents the amount of insulation required.
Which answer below best represents the type of cutting machine in the picture provided?
You are asked to draw an unbroken horizontal line. Which of the drawing tools below would be the best choice for this task?
When comparing STD, XS and XXS wall thicknesses on typical piping, XXS piping has:
"This gas irritates sensitive skin and mucous membranes. It is non-flammable, has an unpleasant odour, and is colourless." This statement best describes which of the following gases?
The design of a ball valve is similar to which of the listed valves?
What is the name of the ginder pictured below?
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 numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld ball valve?
Which of the following supports has a hardened steel cup set screw?
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for length?
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
"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?
(wf)"Foreign materials trapped in the weld metal at continuous or randomly spaced intervals." This statement best describes which of the defects below?
Of the gases below, choose the one that has the highest flame temperature in its neutral state.
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?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #1 is best represented by which answer below?
"A pressure regulator's primary function is to match the flow of gas through the regulator, while maintaining a consistent output pressure, to the demand for gas placed upon it." Why is this item required for most pneumatic tools?
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?
15.5 meters of line is supposed to be graded at 1:13, which of the answers below best satisfies this grade?
Spiral wound gaskets have 6 identifiers on them, which of the below is not one?
Gate valves have many advantages. One of the following is not among of them. Choose which one.
With regard to fitting a threaded joint, the length of the threads that is engaged inside the fitting is called by which of these terms?
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.
A square groove double weld commonly has a maximum material thickness of ________. Use the best answer below to fill in the blank.
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
What type of copper tube is most commonly used in fabricating a hydronic systems?
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.
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the black portion that the arrow is pointing at in picture provided?
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?
Biological Hazards can be further broken down into subsections. Of the answers below, one is not a biological hazard, choose the answer that doesn't fit.
What tool is pictured below?
Each substance has it's own rates of expansion and contraction, using the table below find the substance with the greatest amount of expansion per °C. Choose the best answer from those provided below
When using a long tape, one extra consideration must be taken into account over a short tape. Of the answers below, choose the one that best applies.
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.
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "E" in the picture provided?
The _________ has an excess of acetylene, the inner cone has a feathery edge, called the acetylene feather, extending beyond it. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
(wf)"This term refers to the physical property of a material to resist plastic deformation, penetration or indentation." Which of the following terms is best described by this statement?
This type of soldering uses temperatures below 450C or 840F:
From this description, choose the correct pipe support. "A piece of pipe, to support a line, that is mitered and welded to the back of an elbow."
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
When referring to the center to end measurement of a 90 degree elbow threaded fitting, what is the best term that describes this measurement?
"A measure of a material's ability to undergo significant plastic deformation before rupture." This statement is the best description of which of the following terms?
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.
On the QC paperwork for the hydrotest that you have up and holding requires gauge pressures. The gauges are holding steady at 245 kPa(a). Which of the answers below best represents the pressure that the QC requires?
"When joining most metals, silver filler metal can be used. There are only two metals that cannot be joined by this filler metal." This statement best describes which of the following answers
Of the answers below, choose the layout tool that would most likely consist of a "Bevel protractor" and a steel rule
What is the name of the grinder pictured below?
Calculate the relative density of a compound at 10456 kg/m³ with water at 1000 kg/m³. Select the best answer from the ones provided below.
The code that covers external piping for boilers that create steam or vapour at 15 psig or more, and water at a pressures in excess of 160 psig and/or a temperature in excess of 250F is which of the following?
Convert ⁷⁄₁₅ to a decimal. Choose the best answer from the ones below
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "B".
Because of various stresses, fasteners to be used in the piping industry are designed for what type of load?
Typical hanger spacing for 76 mm black iron pipe is 4.3 m. Using that information, how many hangers are needed on a 20 m horizontal run?
"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.
(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.
Generally, plastic compression fittings come in how many types? Choose from the answers below.
The plug on the end of a 150 mm pipe has a force restriction of 250,000 N. What is the maximum operating pressure that this fitting can handle? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
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.
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
"It is a method of drawing which you can represent your shapes into three- dimensional view. An angle of 30 degree is taken in all its sides in order to give a 3d look." This statement best describes which of the following drawing methods?
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.
"This type of respirator has two different types that are available. These are continuous flow, and pressure demand respirators. " This statement best describes which of the following respirators?
Which of the layout tools below would be the most accurate in transferring measurements? Choose from the following tools.
Weld fittings are available in two varieties, one of these is:
Of the list below, a try cock is considered what type of valve?
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 properly prepare a joint to be welded, how many steps should be used to get the joint tacked?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Of the following supports, choose the one that is an example of a constant support hanger.
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?
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.
"A hazard within the workplace that can harm the body without necessarily touching it. Vibration and noise are examples of this type of hazards." This statement best describes which of the following hazard groups?
Which of the states of matter can be defined as having defined mass, volume and shape? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Working with explosive gases is a dangerous prospect, you have to be aware of the limits of flammability for the gas you are working with. Of the gases below, choose the one that has the range of flammability of 2.3%-9.5% in air.
Of the selection below choose which measurement this sentence best describes. "Not widely used for gas pressures, This measurement is mostly used in materials science, where the tensile strength of a material is measured as a large number of psi."
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.
If you allow swarf to accumulate on the tool you are using, what are the problems that can arise?
(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.
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?
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?
Which of the states of matter can be defined as having defined mass, but no defined volume or shape? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
There are a number of lines on the edge of any rule. Which of the terms below best corresponds to these lines?
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 "G" in the picture provided?
A soldered or compression fitting is _______ than a flared fitting.
(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 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?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
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.
From the following answers, choose the best one that represents the radiant energy hazard produced by Non-destructive testing.