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Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given 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?
When referring to the center to end measurement of a 90 degree elbow threaded fitting, what is the best term that describes this measurement?
What tool is in the picture below?
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for mass?
The tools pictured below represent which type of pliers?
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.
"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.
(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.
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.
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
When buying a ______ solder, the ______ content is always listed first. Fill in the blanks from the options below.
In the WHMIS system, "Infectious materials" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
What tool is in the picture 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?
The 3 key elements of the WHIMIS system are, worker education, labels and ________. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
The design of a ball valve is similar to which of the listed valves?
On the jobsite you have to cut 200 mm plate, and have to heat a large hoarding from the same supply. Of the gases below, choose the gas that would best fill both of these requirements.
There are two basic techniques to pierce a hole in plate steel. Choose the one that best applies from the answers below.
There is a molecular attraction that causes like molecules to form a meniscus on the surface of a liquid. This property is best describes by which of the following terms?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #6 is best represented by which answer below?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded 45° elbow?
Before working on a task, you notice that a trench with vertical rebar ends is directly under the work location. Harnesses and anchor points are provided at the task location by the employer, which you are instructed to use. The piece of legislation that best covers the action of the employer is which of the 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?
What tool is in the picture below?
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?
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a containers shape that is holding a fluid will ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
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?
Which of the following gases has the highest MJ/m³ rating? Choose the best answer from those provided
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?
All of the below are common disadvantages of using plastic pipe except one. Choose the answer that is not a disadvantage.
"This operation of this type of chuck is with an external collar that you hand turn." This statement best describes which of the chucks below?
"Are used with meters for the purpose of measuring the flow rate of either liquids or gases in the respective pipeline. Pairs of pressure "Tappings", mostly on 2 sides, directly opposite each other, are machined into the flange." This is the best description of which type of fitting?
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?
Ozone, carbon monoxide, hydrogen chloride and phosgene are all gases that can be created by different types of welding. Of the answers below, choose the best one that they all have in common.
"A mixture of substances (in fixed proportions) that melts and solidifies at a single temperature that is lower than the melting points of the separate constituents or of any other mixture of them." Is the best description of which of the soldering terms below?
Calculate the volume of 2.3 lb/ft³ of aluminium that weighs 1479 lbs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Omitting this step in the solvent welding of a joint could result in blockage, turbulent flow, and cause pressure loss by restricting the bore of the pipe. Of the answers below, choose the one that applies best
What tool is pictured below?
Pressure vessels such as pipelines, plumbing, gas cylinders, boilers and fuel tanks can be tested for strength and leaks. From the list below choose the correct testing procedure.
"The destruction of a metal or an alloy because of chemical or electrochemical reaction with its surrounding environment or medium."
In relation to soldering, what does the term "Capillary action" signify?
There are a number of hydrostatic principles, which of the answers below best encompasses them all?
With ______ piping, fusion welding, and acid resistant clamps are the the most basic types of joining. Choose from the following to fill in the blank.
The alignment of holes in two or more pieces of plate at the same time can be a challenge. Which of the tool below would be best in this situation?
"This type of oxy-fuel cutting torch has preheat gases supplied to the cutting tip." Which of the following torch types is best described by this statement?
Which of the following answers best describes the advantage of preparing a joint with a U groove over the Vee groove style?
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "B".
"The term for the dimensioning instrument that is used for notation and commonly at a 45° angled straight line." Which of the terms below best represents this statement?
When installing an auxiliary service piping system, what code would you reference for the minimum standards?
Before entering a confined space for the first time or re-entering after a break, it is a good practice to do which of the following?
A carbonizing flame would be best suited to which of the following applications?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "A" in the picture provided?
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "A"?
"The act or procedure of liquefying or melting by the application of heat, any two materials to combine them." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
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.
The materials that butt weld fittings can be made from include:
The purpose of this step is to provide a prepped surface for the solvent cement by beginning the chemical reaction that softens PVC. Of the options below, choose the best answer.
Of the list below, a try cock is considered what type of valve?
(se)While welding, what is the result of shortening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(se)All electrode holders have a rating. Choose from the answers below and select the one that best describes this rating.
(se)"An type of material that allows the flow of an electrical current in one or more directions." The best answer that this statement describes is which of the following?
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "B"?
What type of punch is pictured below?
"This cutting machine cuts metal with a scissor-like action." Which of the machines below best fits this description?
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?
What type of wrench is pictured 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 thermal cutting blades.
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?
"The space between the OD of the tube being fitted and the bore of the fitting." This is the best description of which soldering term below?
Of the three common forged steel fitting classifications, class 4500 is considered:
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
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 "H" in the picture provided?
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
(wf)"This term refers to a physical property of a material which describes the ability of a material containing a crack to resist further cracking."
"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?
The most common colour for a fuel gas hose in an oxyacetylene set up is which of the 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?
"These types of pumps come in a reciprocating and rotary style." This best describes which of the answers below?
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "D"?
One of the following is not a disadvantage of a plug valve. Choose 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 "E" in the picture provided?
Concrete anchors have two broad categories. Of the choices below, select the ones that apply.
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the best answer from the ones provided to show the arc dimension.
Choose the best answer below that is the density of water in metric measurement.
What is the name of the reamer pictured below?
What tool is pictured below?
"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?
It is a good trade practice to transport gas cylinders secured and upright. From which act below did this practice come from?
From the following options, choose the most popular pressure testing method.
Which butt weld fitting wall thickness has the smallest number of fitting sizes?
(wf)Of the types of inclusions below, which would be characteristic of a GMAW process?
(se)The melting of the electrode and/or the base metal comes from the strength of the electrical current passing through them. Of the answers below, which term best describes the strength of the current?
The characteristic of fluidity is shared by two of the three states of matter. Of the answers below, choose the one state that this characteristic does not apply to.
The height of a free standing or rolling scaffold is restricted to no more than 3 times the smallest base dimension. This guideline comes from which of the acts 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 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?
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?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld ball valve?
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.