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Which forged steel fitting classification does not have a schedule number?
The fraction ⁵⁸⁄₇ is equal to which of the answers provided 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.
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 "C" in the picture provided?
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "C"?
(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?
If you subtract the TE from the T when fitting a threaded joint, the remainder will represent which of these terms?
What is the name of the ginder pictured below?
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded globe valve?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded tee elbow?
"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?
What tool is in the picture below?
After installing an utility water piping system, you are asked to prove to the client there are no leaks. Which of the following options would be the best for this request?
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
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?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #3 is best represented by which answer below?
What tool is in the picture below?
Twist drill sizes are designated by four methods. Which of the following answers is not one of them.
Which of the states of matter can be defined as having defined mass, volume and shape? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
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?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a flat faced flange?
(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?
The major difference between machined screws and both wood screws and sheet metal screws is which of the following?
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
You are asked to draw an unbroken horizontal line. Which of the drawing tools below would be the best choice for this task?
The common elements that all fluxes have are listed except for one. Select the one that does not apply.
Convert ¹¹⁄₁₆ to a percentage. select the best answer from the ones 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 line labeled "A" in the picture provided?
When installing a new valve into an existing piping system you find that the flange bolt holes are threaded UNC. The original line also has tapped bolt holes, but are UNF. The valve installation details requires a nut on the valve flange, the line specification requires a fastener with a nut on both ends. Which of the solutions below would satisfy all of the specifications?
Of the flame types for the oxyacetylene torch, which of them burns the hottest at the tip of the cone? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
"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?
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluids pressure is proportional to ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "C".
Calculate the mass of 6.25 ft³ of gold that weighs 3579 lb/ft³. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a male and female set flange?
The materials that butt weld fittings can be made from include:
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.
The code that covers the piping standards to be used for cryogenic fluids would be which of the following?
Of the many views that a drawing may have, an isometric drawing will show only three views or faces. Which of the following answers is not one of them?
"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.
With the options below complete the following sentence. "Rules governing the fabrication of power boilers is found in ASME ________"
What is the pressure exerted by 1 ft² of water? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
For material that is ⅜" to 1" thick, the most common type of joint preparation would be which of the following. Choose the best answer that applies
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "C"?
"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?
What tube would be commonly used in fabricating a radiant heating system?
A cold water piping system does not exceed 4689 psi @ 100 degrees F. What class of forged steel fitting in conjunction with XXS piping should be used
Typical hanger spacing for 50 mm cast iron pipe is 3.0 m. Using that information, how many hangers are needed on a 13 m horizontal run?
To cut a piece of copper tube with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
Straight pattern, Y pattern and angle pattern are all design variations of which style of valve?
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.
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the best answer from the ones provided to show the tolerance dimension.
Globe valves have a distinct disadvantage when compared to a gate valve. From the answers below select the best one.
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?
(se)"The deflection of an electric arc from its normal path because of magnetic forces, usually after the current has been moving in the same path of travel for an extended period." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
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?
"These regulators allow a consistent pressure to be fed to the tool being used. This is true despite the change in inlet pressures." Which of the regulators below is best described by this statement?
Wood screws have an unthreaded portion just under the screw head on the shank. Using the options below, what is this portion called?
When breaking down an element, smallest unit into which it can be divided and still retain its characteristic properties is best describes by which of the terms below?
In the WHMIS system, "Acute poisons" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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?
A common 30/70 soft solder contains what percentage of which elements in it's alloy?
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 "C" in the picture provided?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #6 is best represented by which answer below?
At the warehouse, they have received an exchanger. You look at the waybill, and see that it was discounted 3 separate times for 15%, 12% and 6% each. If the original price was $45,692, which of the answers below best represents the final purchase price?
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.
(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?
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.
(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.
(se)If you wanted a wider bead accompanied with less penetration, which of the following techniques would be best suited for the task? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
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.
"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?
"When two or more substances are combined and each retain their own chemical identity." Choose the term below that best reflects this statement.
One of the constants in an isometric drawing is that all angles recede ________ from the horizontal. Choose the best answer from the ones below to fill in the blank.
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes lines pointed to by the black arrows in the picture shown?
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?
At what point, when cutting with oxy-fuel, should the cutting oxygen slowly be introduced?
(se)All electrode holders have a rating. Choose from the answers below and select the one that best describes this rating.
If you were to completely show a workpiece in an orthographic projection, how many views would be required as a minimum? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
The safe working pressure of acetylene is 15 psi. As the temperature of the gas increases, this pressure will change. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below to explain what this change will be.
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
What tool is pictured below?
"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?
All of the following statements regarding an oxygen cylinders are true, except one. Choose the answer that does not belong.
"When joining most metals, silver filler metal can be used. There are only two metals that cannot be joined by this filler metal." This statement best describes which of the following answers
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 many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "D" in the picture provided?
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?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld 90° elbow?
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.
"A process in which two or more items (usually metal) are joined together by melting and putting a filler metal into the joint, the filler metal having a lower melting point than the adjoining metal. " This is the best description for which of the following?
Of the answers below, which best reflects the name of the drill pictured?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld 45° elbow?
When fusion welding a butt joint, what is the suggested size of the root opening? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
A welder has set up a temporary fab area in a c-can. He has put 2 portable fans, one in the front and one in the back, in the c-can for ventilation. Based on the information provided, which type of ventilation is he using? Use the terms provided to choose the best answer.
Which of the following situations would a scribe be the best layout tool of choice? Use the following situations for your answer.
Of the options below, choose the one that best states the primary function of plate rolls.
What tool is in the picture below?