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(se)What is the name of the welding accessory pictured below? Use the answers provided to choose the best one.
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.
With the options below complete the following sentence. "Rules governing the fabrication of power boilers is found in ASME ________"
"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.
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 buying a ______ solder, the ______ content is always listed first. Fill in the blanks from the options below.
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.
In wet sprinkler systems, there is different tube that can be used. Choose the answer below that has all of them.
It is a good trade practice to transport gas cylinders secured and upright. From which act below did this practice come from?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
"A deterioration of a metal by both mechanical means and chemical means over a period of time." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
"This type of cutting machine is perfect for busy shops. When the machine is loaded, and starts to cut the material, it allows the operator to do other tasks while the machine is cutting." This statement best describes which of the following metal cutters
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.
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "I" in the picture provided?
The classification of ferrous piping includes all of the following except for one. Choose the pipe that is not ferrous.
In a carbonizing oxyacetylene flame, the length of the feather indicates which of the conditions below? Choose the best answer from the following.
A compound commonly used in oxy-fuel operations is derived from a combination of water and calcium carbide. Which of the chemical symbols below best represents this hydrocarbon gas?
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.
(wf)Which answer below best describes the undesireable situation shown by the three black arrows?
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture 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?
(wf)Welding has several broad classes of defects that can occur in any weld. Choose the best answer from the options provided below, to show how many classes there are.
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.
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #5 is best represented by which answer below?
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.
To cut a piece of structural steel with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
"The steps in preparing this type of fusion weld and a steel weld are very similar." Which of the answers below best fits this description?
After cutting a pipe to length with a torch beveller, what is the next step in the weld preparation process?
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.
The references in red along the north side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
Two pieces of eye protection should be used together when grinding or chipping. Choose the best answer from the selection below.
Which of the piping systems below would Bell-end type joints primarily be used in?
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "C"?
Commonly in oblique drawings, there is a 50% reduction in depth to add realism to the object. Which of the terms below best describes this practice?
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.
Convert 45 Dekameters to Decimeters. Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Calculate the density of 5 m³ of copper that weighs 3879 kgs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
If you are asked to install PVC piping for a drainage system, what colour must the pipe and solvent be? Choose the best answer from the options below.
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
"If a worker is injured or has an accident on the jobsite, they must report it as soon as possible to the employer." The act that best encompasses this statement is which of the following?
In the WHMIS system, "Acute poisons" is represented by 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.
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?
You are ordering stud bolts to fasten two flanges together. What thread classification would you order of the following classifications?
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?
Of the choices below, there is one valve that would be best suited to a service that requires regular maintenance.
The fraction ⅜ is equal to which of the fractions below? Choose the best answer from the ones 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?
A boiler that creates superheated water at 175 psig and 275F is covered under which code(s)?
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 several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "A" in the picture provided.
Acetylene gas reacts explosively with some metals, so only certain metals may be used in piping the gas or repairing hose. Of the answers below, one is not an approved metal to be used in transporting acetylene gas. Choose the one that best applies.
Of the list below, a try cock is considered what type of valve?
"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?
(se)Which answer best describes the device that can increase the frequency of an AC current, or change DC to AC? Choose your answer from the ones provided below
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "F".
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
Convert 0.67 to the the nearest practical fraction. Choose the best answer from the ones below
"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?
You are working with an isometric drawing that has dimensions in imperial measurements. Your journeyman has asked you to convert several measurements to inches. These measurements include 6', 4.5', 3'7" and 2'4". Choose the best answer below to reflect the total number of inches.
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.
Commonly receding lines are drawn from the horizontal at 30°, 45° or 60°. If you were to draw a receding line at a 45°, it would be foreshortened by which of the amounts below. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below
(se)This term expresses the pressure from an electrical circuit's power source that produces pressure to push a current through a circuit, enabling them to do work. From the terms provided, choose the one that best applies.
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
Which of the following disc designs is the most widely use variation for the gate valve?
The encircled letters along the west side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "A"?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
When "WPB" is stamped on a butt weld fitting, that designates which of the below?
In the WHMIS system, "Compressed gas" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld 90° elbow?
(se)"This term is describing a welding machine that has a flat, or close to it, volt-amp curve. It is well suited for GMAW and SAW welding." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Of the benders below, which will allow kinking in soft tubing?
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "C".
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.
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 needed to place new threads on the inside of a fitting, which of these tools would be best?
(se)While welding, what is the result of shortening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided 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.
If a hose connection were to break during the pressuring of a hydrostatic test, which of the following pieces of equipment would prevent it from lashing around?
(wf)A weld defect called "precipitate hardening" is a situation that can lead to which of the below problems? Choose the best answer from those provided
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld ball valve?
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.
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?
At the end of the work week, your crew installed 45% of 50 mm, Sch 40 pipe The amount required for the job is 4791 m. Which of the answers below best relates to how much pipe is left to be installed?
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.
A square groove double weld commonly has a maximum material thickness of ________. Use the best answer below to fill in the blank.
What tool is in the picture below?
"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.
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Inches of Hg is commonly used for atmospheric pressure. What is the difference in pressure exerted by a 10" column of Hg with a 1 in² base, when compared to a column of water the same height? Use the best answer from those provided below.
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
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.
Of all the valves below, which would have close to the same flow characteristics as a globe pattern straight valve?
Which of the following answers best describes the advantage of preparing a joint with a U groove over the Vee groove style?
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.
What application is better suited for a double flared fitting?
When dealing with welding gases and fumes, it is a good practice to limit your exposure to them. The first option to reduce exposure to these fumes and gases is to weld in which of the following locations?
Type "K" copper tube has which colour identification strip?