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Convert 45 Dekameters to Decimeters. Choose the best answer from those provided below.
STD or Sch40 piping is measured by the nominal ______ up to ______ diameter, and by the exact ______ up to ________diameter. Use the choices below to fill in the blanks in order.
When one substance is dissolved in another homogeneously, this is called a solution. Which of the three states of matter can a solution exist? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Lockable service, gas cock, pilot valve and a curb stop valve are all varieties of which type of valve?
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?
Contamination of welds is a very serious issue especially where alloys are involved. To avoid contamination from brushing out material from portions of a weld, what precaution should be taken? Choose the best answer from the choices below.
When using your oxyacetylene torch, if your gas speed is higher that the speed of flame propagation, what will the outcome be?
When heated, metal forms a scale on it's surface. This scale is called what?
Fire suppression applications use CPVC piping. For this application what colour must this piping be? Choose the best answer from the options below.
Which of the following types of copper requires a bending device?
The barometer in the shop is reading 853 mm Hg, which of the answers below best reflects this reading in psig?
To properly prepare a joint to be welded, how many steps should be used to get the joint tacked?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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.
The encircled letters along the west side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
What formula would be correct when attempting to calculate the fitting allowance of a threaded 90 degree elbow?
"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?
(se)What type of welding circuit is pictured below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
Typically on a hydrostatic test, the _______ of the fill hose is greater than the high pressure hose. Choose from the following answers to fill in the blank.
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
Burns have a classification by degree. If you have a surface burn, it would be considered which of the following?
(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.
In the groove and shoulder system, if you use a roll groove, what is the disadvantage of this type of groove? Choose the best answer of the options below.
Fillet welds have fundamentally ________ different types of welds. Choose the best answer from those below to fill in the blank.
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
Of the following supports, choose the one that is an example of a constant support hanger.
(wf)Of the answers below, which type of defect occurs when the electrode is not drawn away from the puddle slowly enough?
What is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
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.
(se)When the current flow meets resistance in a conductor, that energy is turned into what form? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
(se)Which of the terms below best relates to a material or substance that resists the flow of electrical current? Choose your answer from those provided below.
Biological Hazards can be further broken down into subsections. Of the answers below, one is not a biological hazard, choose the answer that doesn't fit.
What tool is in the picture below?
(se)While welding, what is the result of lengthening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
There are some good trade practices when using a hand wrench. Of the practices below, which is not one of them?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded 45° elbow?
After installing an instrument air piping system, you are asked to prove to the client there are no leaks. The piping specs require that no moisture be left in the system after testing. Which of the following options would be the best for this request?
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.
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.
Weld fittings are available in two varieties, one of these is:
Choose the best answer below that is the density of water in metric measurement.
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
A boiler that creates superheated water at 175 psig and 275F is covered under which code(s)?
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "B".
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.
(se)On a brand new joint, when welding one of the first two passes, what arc length should be used? Choose the best answer from the options given 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
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the best answer from the ones provided to show the tolerance dimension.
All butt weld fittings must have _____ pieces of information stamped on them.
To cut a piece of thin wall tubing with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
Compression type fittings for copper tube are generally made from which of the following materials?
The major difference between machined screws and both wood screws and sheet metal screws is which of the following?
(se)Which of the terms below relates best to how quickly the flow of AC changes direction? Choose the your answer from those provided below.
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the best answer from the ones provided to show the arc dimension.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a butt weld gate valve?
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?
Which of the the materials below should never be used to repair an acetylene hose. Choose the best answer that applies.
In the WHMIS system, "Flammable and combustible material" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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.
(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 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 type of oxy-fuel cutting torch that has a cutting tip which is supplied with mixed pre-heat gases are typically called which of the names below? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Upstream of the aftercooler and downstream of the air intake 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?
The coolest place possible should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
RTJ gaskets come in two styles. These are which of the following?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #5 is best represented by which answer 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?
Before working on a task, you notice that a trench with vertical rebar ends is directly under the work location. Harnesses and anchor points are provided at the task location by the employer, which you are instructed to use. The piece of legislation that best covers the action of the employer is which of the below?
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?
What is the name of the ginder pictured below?
The 3 key elements of the WHIMIS system are, worker education, labels and ________. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
"Are used with meters for the purpose of measuring the flow rate of either liquids or gases in the respective pipeline. Pairs of pressure "Tappings", mostly on 2 sides, directly opposite each other, are machined into the flange." This is the best description of which type of fitting?
Which of the valve styles below best fits the following statement "This variation of globe valve can be used where minimum pressure loss is required. They can also be rod through to remove debris upstream of the valve. "
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.
"This layout tool has one chamfered edge usually. The dual purpose tool can check the material surface to assure flatness, and mark a straight line on a surface." This statement best describes which of the following tools?
To cut a piece of structural steel with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
Complete this equation. 15⁷⁄₈ - 4 ⅙ = X. Choose from the selection of answers below.
T=K x D x P, This formula is used to find the starting tightening torque target number. What does the "K" represent in this formula?
"Two heating irons are used in this particular type of fusion welding." This best describes which of the following answers?
In the picture below, what type of joining system is being used? Use the best answer from the ones provided below.
To avoid electrical shock there are several steps that can be taken. Of the answers below, choose the one that does not apply.
What type of wrench is pictured below?
Some wheels become loaded with debris, or glazing becomes an issue. Of the answers below, choose the best method to solve these problems.
What type of bar is pictured below?
There are a certain number of steps to installing soldered tube/pipe. How many steps are required?
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the answer from the ones provided that best describes the method of dimensioning.
"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?
Choose the best answer below that is the density of water in imperial measurement.
What is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
In the WHMIS system, "Dangerously reactive material" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a male and female set flange?
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.
(wf)Which answer below best describes the undesireable situation shown by the three black arrows?
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 "I" in the picture provided?
"A metallic substance composed of two or more elements, as either a compound or a solution." This statement is the best description of which of the following terms?