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Type "DWV" copper tubing has what colour identification strip?
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 "F" in the picture provided?
"There are many advantages to a vertical band saw. Of the advantages, one stands out as the greatest." Of the answers below, which one best fits that description.
When inspecting your oxy-acetylene cut after cutting a piece of 50 mm plate, you notice that the bottom of the kerf line is slightly behind the top of the same line. Which of the terms below best expresses this condition?
Self-Drilling anchors are considered to be this type of anchor. Choose from the following answers.
After initial tensioning, a set of studbolts may have to be re-tensioned after start up. Which of the following terms would best explain the cause of this situation?
What tool is in the picture below?
This filler metal is most commonly used with cobalt alloys, and applications that have an extremely high service temperature." This statement describes which of the filler metals below best?
Ambient conditions and temperature of the contents of thermoplastic pipe are directly related to which of the answers below?
When comparing STD, XS and XXS wall thicknesses on typical piping, XXS piping has:
______ type compression joints are also commonly referred to as ______ as well as sleeveless type.
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?
"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?
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.
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?
There are several sizes of portable hand drills. How are they rated? Choose the best answer from the ones 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.
What pressure would be exerted by a column of water 14 feet high? Choose the best answer from those provided below
T=K x D x P, This formula is used to find the starting tightening torque target number. What does the "D" represent in this formula?
(se)The graph below best represents which type of welding machine output? Choose from the best answer from those provided below.
Of all the valves below, which would have close to the same flow characteristics as a globe pattern straight valve?
Class 6000 fittings are commonly made from which material?
"An extra piece of equipment is required when testing with an air compressor." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
Choose the best answer below that is the density of air at STP in metric measurement.
The vents of a hydrotest are not in the open position on all of the high points while filling the system. Which of the following is the likely result of this situation when trying to test the system
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
When marking the cut on a 250mm (10") diameter pipe, what tool should be used to be assured that the mark is the same measurement all the way around the pipe?
(se)What type of welding circuit is pictured below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
"This workplace hazard consists of organisms or organic matters produced by these organisms that are harmful to human health." This statement best describes which of the hazards 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?
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.
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #5 is best represented by which answer below?
"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.
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes lines pointed to by the black arrows in the picture shown?
The tools pictured below represent which type of pliers?
The pressure of the hydraulic torque might warp the flange before the stubot has reached the desired length. From the options bellow, what is the best solution to alleviate this issue?
There are three parts to a common twist drill. Which of the below is not one of those parts?
(se)All electrical conductors resist the flow of current to some degree. Which of the terms below is used to measure this resistance? From the answers below select the one best applies.
Calculate the density of 5 m³ of copper that weighs 3879 kgs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
"This term denotes a type of steel that, to enhance mechanical properties has undergone alloying using different elements." which of the following terms is best described by this statement?
Of all the tools listed below, what is the preferred method for cutting tube under 3/4"?
Choose the best answer below that is the density of air, in imperial measurement, at STP.
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the black lines outside of the weld in the picture shown?
There are 4 principal parts to the head of a hammer. Of these 4 parts, there are only two that are opposite of each other, what are they called? Of the answers below, choose the one that best applies.
In the WHMIS system, "Compressed gas" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Looking at the following terms, choose the best answer that is not associated with a characteristic of a gas.
What tool is in the picture below?
(wf)"This term deals with the increase in stress in an area of a weld near a crack, depression, or a sharp angle. Although the calculated stressing may be quite safe, it can be enough to cause failure of the weld." This statement best describes which of the terms below?
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "B"?
(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.
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?
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that the ________ of a fluid has no effect on pressure." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
The proper procedure for setting up an oxyacetylene outfit takes an number of steps. Of the answers below, choose the one that represents these number of steps.
Of the options below, what is the following sentence describing? "This is a mechanism that mechanically joins or affixes two or more objects together."
(se)While welding, what is the result of lengthening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
"Has a gasket surface in the same plane as the bolting circle face." Is the best description of which fitting?
"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.
Of the gases below, choose the one that has the highest flame temperature in its neutral state.
The most common type of gauge that is found on a regulator is a bourdon type. Choose from the situations below the best way not to have these gauges damaged when opening a cylinder.
Globe valves have a distinct disadvantage when compared to a gate valve. From the answers below select the best one.
"These drawing tools as commonly used with a T-square to produce vertical and angled lines." Of the tools below, which is best described by this statement?
Downstream of the aftercooler, but upstream of the reciever, should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
"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.
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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.
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.
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?
(wf)After the fillet weld is complete, the weld profile looks like the green section of the picture below. Which of the terms below best describes this profile?
Which of the following answers best describes the advantage of preparing a joint with a U groove over the Vee groove style?
Files and hacksaws are similar in that they only__________. Use the answers below to complete the sentence.
(se)When sizing welding cables, which of the cables below would be the largest?
The design of a ball valve is similar to which of the listed valves?
Fillet welds have fundamentally ________ different types of welds. Choose the best answer from those below to fill in the blank.
These materials can be cooled and heated several times without any change in their chemistry or mechanical properties. This allows them to be formed and re-formed into different shapes" This is the best description of which of the terms below?
You are ordering stud bolts to fasten two flanges together. What thread classification would you order of the following classifications?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
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 markings required on a butt weld fitting does not include which of the following?
When fusion welding a butt joint, what is the suggested size of the root opening? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
Fill the blanks with the answers provided. "These two valves, _______ and ________ are usually used together in a line. The flow of fluid through the line finds little friction from either one."
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld gate valve?
The categories of workplace hazards have been broken down to _____ main areas. Using the answers below fill in the blank.
Socket weld fittings most commonly come in sizes ranging from _____ to _____.
Material safety data sheets are required to be accompany all controlled substances from the supplier. There are _______ that make up these sheets, providing more detail than the label. Use the answers below to fill in the blank
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?
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluid will exert pressure in ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "A" in the picture provided.
"This tooth count hacksaw blade is generally recommended for most uses". Which of the following blades fit that description?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
The ________ is produced when slightly greater volume of oxygen is mixed with a smaller volume of acetylene. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
What tool is in the picture below?
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?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Type "K" copper tube has which colour identification strip?
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.
A soldered or compression fitting is _______ than a flared fitting.
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
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?
You have to hire employees to work 40 hours a week to finish the job. If the job is projected for 3178 hours, how many employees will have to be hired? Choose the best answer from those provided below.