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What type of wrench is pictured below?
"When two or more substances are combined and each retain their own chemical identity." Choose the term below that best reflects this statement.
What temperature separates soft soldering and brazing?
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.
(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
"An extra piece of equipment is required when testing with an air compressor." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
The most common colour for a fuel gas hose in an oxyacetylene set up is which of the below?
At what point, when cutting with oxy-fuel, should the cutting oxygen slowly be introduced?
Non ferrous piping has three distinguishing characteristics. Contains no iron, and not susceptible to oxidization are two. Of the following list , pick the third.
When fusion welding a butt joint, what is the suggested size of the root opening? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld gate valve?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a male and female set flange?
The major difference between machined screws and both wood screws and sheet metal screws is which of the following?
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?
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 the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
During the oxy-fuel cutting process, iron oxidizes. Of the terms below, which one best describes the resulting lines on the surface of the cut from this process?
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.
Some wheels become loaded with debris, or glazing becomes an issue. Of the answers below, choose the best method to solve these problems.
Using the terms provided, choose the best one that would be described as a substance being chemically joined in fixed proportions of two or more different types of atoms.
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
Which of the layout tools below would be the most accurate in transferring measurements? Choose from the following tools.
Of the options below, what is the following sentence describing? "This is a mechanism that mechanically joins or affixes two or more objects together."
Calculate the relative density of a steel at 2357 lb/ftΒ³ with water at 62.4 lb/ftΒ³. Select the best answer from the ones provided below.
Of the options below, which measuring tool would be best suited to getting exact measurements?
To keep your back healthy, there are several steps in lifting objects. Of the following, choose the one that would not apply.
(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?
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.
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?
If the welding apprentices tacked 4 welds in an hour, how many welds would be tacked by 3 apprentices in a 37.5 hour work week? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
In the WHMIS system, "Acute poisons" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
The barometer in the shop is reading 853 mm Hg, which of the answers below best reflects this reading in psig?
The wall thickness of the two most commonly available fittings for 27.5mm (1/2") pipe are:
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
One of the four classifications of fusion welding low alloy steel oxy fuel gas welding rods is R60. What do the two numbers represent in this classification? Choose the best answer from the options below.
The pressure exerted by a column of Hg 9" high would be which of the following answers? Choose the best answer that applies from the ones below
The 3 key elements of the WHIMIS system are, worker education, labels and ________. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
"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?
Loss of head for a valve or fitting has an equivalent in a length of the same size pipe. Which valve, a gate or an angle globe (both fully open), would have the highest losses?
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?
When suspending stationary non-insulated pipe line, it is recommended to use which of the supports below?
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "A"?
The first step in starting a task involving plastic pipe should be? Choose the best answer from the following.
"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.
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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 largest range of flammability.
The intensity of sound is measured in dBA. In the workplace the suggested dBA level for wearing hearing protection over an 8 hour day would be which of the below?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured 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.
What tool is pictured below?
There are two basic techniques to pierce a hole in plate steel. Choose the one that best applies from the answers below.
Upstream of the low pressure stage and downstream of the high pressure stage of the two stage compressor, should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
When the work that is being performed is not dependent on the pressure delivered from the cylinder being used, which style of regulator would most commonly used?
Ambient conditions and temperature of the contents of thermoplastic pipe are directly related to which of the answers below?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
"These types of pumps come in a reciprocating and rotary style." This best describes which of the answers below?
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.
When selecting a fastener, there are many criteria that are needed to be taken into consideration. What specification of the list below is needed to be known to allow proper movement or anchorage in the fastener?
This chisel has a cutting edge that is typically 60Β°,but can be reduced to 40Β° or increased to 90Β°. The chisel that best suits this description is which of the below?
Fire suppression applications use CPVC piping. For this application what colour must this piping be? Choose the best answer from the options below.
This type of valve can be installed in locations that are unavailable for a gate valve, but will give you similar valve characteristics. Of the options below, which valve is being described?
Which of the following gases has the hottest burning neutral flame? Choose the best answer from those below.
(se)"Metal deposition rate is the weight of material deposited by arc welding in a unit of time. For this rate to increase, which of the options below would be best suited?
When you are going to lubricate an air motor, which of the following would be the best time to do it?
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?
What tool is in the picture below?
On any angle grinder and grinding disk there is an RPM rating. What is the relationship between the rating of the grinder and the rating of the disk? Choose the best answer from the ones below
What tool is pictured below?
(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?
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 recommended PVC grooved joint operating maximum temperature is which of the below?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #1 is best represented by which answer below?
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.
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.
When installing an instrument air piping system in a textile plant, what code would you reference for the minimum standards?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
"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?
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 "B" in the picture provided?
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
Type "L" copper tube has which colour identification strip?
"This type of drill is only for up to Β½" holes that need to be precise." Choose the answer below that is best described by the statement.
One of the components in a oxyacetylene outfit is required to deliver a pressure that is consistent despite source pressure fluctuations. Which of the following components best fits this function?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view butt weld cap?
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?
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 carbonizing flame would be best suited to which of the following applications?
"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?
If you have received 43 widgets out of an order of 378 widgets, what percentage of widgets have been accounted for? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
"Carefully controlled tolerances are required to manufacture quality cutting tips. One-piece tips that are used in the cutting process with acetylene are generally made from ________ to endure the heat generated. To produce exact holes for these tips, they are machined, drilled, and swaged over special wires." Select the best answer from the ones below to fill in the blank
Every hacksaw blade has a "set". This particular "set" has every third tooth straight, while the two before it are bent slightly to the side opposite of each other. Of the answers below, choose the best "set" to match this description.
(mse)The CSA classification of carbon steel SMAW electrodes is metric. Choose the best answer for what the "70" represents, in the answers 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 Β°C. Choose the best answer from those provided below
Blueprints are assebled into groups for ease of accessing the information quickly. In the commercial or industrial ares of work, there are commonly ________ divisions of these blueprints. Choose from the answers below to best fill in the blank.
What tool is in the picture 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?
"The angle of the oxy-fuel torch relative to the direction of travel that which the tip is pointed dictates the directions in which the heat is going and the slag will be blown." Which of the terms below is best described by this statement?
In every piping system, a specific fitting should be installed for control of flow and pressure. Of the choices below, which fitting(s) would best apply?
What tool is pictured below?