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Which of the answers below best describes the units for relative density?
There are some good trade practices when using a hammer. Of the practices below, which is not one of them?
"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?
A cold water piping system does not exceed 3000 psi @ 100 degrees F. What weight of pipe is required with class 3000 forged steel fitting?
The _________ has a one-to-one ratio of acetylene and oxygen, any additional oxygen needed for complete combustion comes from the surrounding air. Use the answers provided to fill in the blank.
The Variation in a gate valve's design is in the disc. How many types of disc variations are there for a gate valve?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
"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?
"This physical factor within the environment that harms the musculoskeletal system." This statement best describes which of the hazard groups below?
It is a good trade practice to transport gas cylinders secured and upright. From which act below did this practice come from?
Your journeyman is fitting up a joint and asks you to check to see if the pipe is "plumb". Which way would you hold the level to get that information? From the following options, choose the best answer.
(wf)"This type of weld deviance is any defect that cause the weld metal, parent metal, or work piece to be out of specification or tolerance. These issues are mainly caused by improper set up or distortion." This statement best describes which of the following classes of weld defects
(se)Which device below uses one or more diodes to restrict current to flow to one direction, changing AC to DC in the process? From the answers below, choose the best one.
(wf)Dimensional defects would include all of the following defects except one. Of the answers below choose the one that is not a dimensional defect.
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?
The code that covers the piping standards to be used for cryogenic fluids would be which of the following?
The first step in starting a task involving plastic pipe should be? Choose the best answer from the following.
(mse)"This mechanical property is expressed in an elongation percentage. A bend test is used to achieve this percentage." Which of the properties is best described by this statement?
In the WHMIS system, "Other poisons" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
When used in conjunction with a flashback arrestor, a reverse flow check valve is best to be place where on an oxyacetylene setup?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a ring joint flange?
Which of the behaviors below best describes a rise or fall of the liquid surface, if a thin tube that is open at the both ends is inserted vertically in to a liquid, relative to the adjacent level of the fluid.
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.
There are two basic techniques to pierce a hole in plate steel. Choose the one that best applies from the answers below.
To properly prepare a joint to be welded, how many steps should be used to get the joint tacked?
Gate valves have many advantages. One of the following is not among of them. Choose which one.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded 90° elbow?
The plug disc valve is a variation of which main category of valve?
There are a number of lines on the edge of any rule. Which of the terms below best corresponds to these lines?
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "C"?
What type of bar is pictured below?
There are three commonly used basic systems of controlling the operation of a mechanized oxy-fuel cutter. Which of the answers below is not one of them? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
This design of this fastener allows you to secure the object though holes that are drilled in the piece beforehand. Which of the following fasteners is designed in the same manner?
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.
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.
What tool is pictured below?
What tool is in the picture below?
(se)"This electrical current has is not bi-directional and flows only from negative to positive." This statement best describes which of the following currents?
"This workplace hazard consists of substances, mixtures and materials that can be classified according to their health risks and dangers." This statement best describes which of the following hazard groups?
Generally, plastic compression fittings come in how many types? Choose from the answers below.
(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.
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the answer from the ones provided that best describes the orientation of the numerical dimensions.
In the WHMIS system, "Infectious materials" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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 type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
(wf)"This type of defect is defined as an interruption of the typical structure of a material typically during the welding process." This statement best defines which of the answers below?
Which type of pipe fitting., of the list below, is not permitted on natural gas piping systems?
What type of punch is pictured below?
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
The design of a ball valve is similar to which of the listed valves?
You are asked to cut a mark on a 50mm piece of pipe with a 5" grinder. Which of the tools below would be the best to secure the pipe for cutting?
(se)The connections used for welding cables must be tight. If an undersized lug is used, which of the following might occur with a high current load? 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.
Convert ¹¹⁄₁₆ to a percentage. select the best answer from the ones provided below.
The encircled letters along the west side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms 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 3.4%-10.8%in air.
At the bottom of a column of water, the pressure is 459 psi, how high is this column? Choose the best answer from those provided 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?
(mse)The CSA classification of carbon steel SMAW electrodes is metric. Choose the best answer for what the "70" represents, in the answers 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?
Of the selection of units below, which would be best used to describe force?
"The process of shaping metal and increasing its strength by hammering or pressing." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
"Grinding on the workpiece resting on this attachment prevents sudden slips in which the wheel grabs the work momentarily and yanks it out of the operator's hand, or pulls the hand toward the wheel." This is the best description of which attachment to a bench grinder? Choose from the answers below.
Use the answers below to answer the following question. "To aid in the removal of trapped sediment and small debris, a valve should be closed in which manner?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "B" in the picture provided?
(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.
15.5 meters of line is supposed to be graded at 1:13, which of the answers below best satisfies this grade?
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
(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.
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 a specific vocabulary when describing the areas of a fillet weld. Which of these terms is represented by "B" in the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
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.
(se)Which of the terms below is used when a sine wave completes a 360° rotation?
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
Which of the the materials below should never be used to repair an acetylene hose. Choose the best answer that applies.
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?
(se)Which of the basic types of electrode holders is pictured below? Choose from the answers provided.
In the WHMIS system, "Dangerously reactive material" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Calculate the mass of 6.25 ft³ of gold that weighs 3579 lb/ft³. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "A"?
"Is not designed for continuous occupancy, and has limited or restricted means for entry or exit." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
"An extra piece of equipment is required when testing with an air compressor." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
Under the Workers compensation act, are apprentices and learners entitled to compensation?
Puller, Nut adjuster, Hydraulic load coil and Support bridge are all parts of which of the following tools?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "I" in the picture provided?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
"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.
(se)All electrode holders have a rating. Choose from the answers below and select the one that best describes this rating.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view butt weld cap?
If you had to walk around a house and it took you 4 minutes to walk one side and 6 minutes to walk the adjacent side, how long would it take to finish the entire walk? Choose the best answers from those below
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
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.
An Instrument air piping system does not exceed 1673 psi @ 100 degrees F. What class of forged steel fitting in conjunction with Sch 80 piping should be used
Of the list below, choose the answer that has one advantage (first) and one disadvantage (second) of copper tubing over steel or iron pipe.
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.
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.
CSA approved head, eye, and foot protection is required for all workers. This is best legislated by which of the following acts?
In the WHMIS system, "Oxidizing material" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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 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?