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Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "A".
(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 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?
(wf)The welding surface may contain discontinuities from the style of preparation. From the answers below, choose the best one that describes discontinuities from a surfaced prepped by thermal cutting blades.
Convert 45 Dekameters to Decimeters. Choose the best answer from those provided below.
"This term is used to describe an action that means to divide something into two equal sections." The term best described by this statement is which of the following?
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
(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.
(wf)Welding has several broad classes of defects that can occur in any weld. Choose the best answer from the options provided below, to show how many classes there are.
"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?
A forged fitting threaded type with a classification of 3000 would have which schedule number of the following?
(mse)The slag from the welding process has several important functions. Of the answers below choose the best one that does not apply.
(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?
There are two accepted methods of protecting metal from electrolysis. Of the list below, choose the one that applies.
(wf)Almost all electrode rods are kept in a container to protect them from the elements. Which of the following weld defects would this be the best form of protection from?
"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.
The isometric below has an abundance of information contained within it. The amount of 4 inch A106-B sch 40 piping that is required for this drawing is best represented by which of the answers below?
Most fuels, when exposed to air, water, or heat under normal condition will not chemically react. These fuels are classed as which of the below?
If you are bypassing or modifying a ground connection, you are creating what kind of hazard?
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
"This term is a combination of metals or of a metal and another element." Which of the following terms is best described by this statement?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
The categories of workplace hazards have been broken down to _____ main areas. Using the answers below fill in the blank.
Choose the best answer below that is the density of air at STP in metric measurement.
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.
Some wheels become loaded with debris, or glazing becomes an issue. Of the answers below, choose the best method to solve these problems.
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?
Which of the following gases has the highest MJ/m³ rating? Choose the best answer from those provided
"This is the term used for the metal or steel that you are actually welding on." The term best described by this statement is which of the following?
(wf)The best term to describe the portion of the weld between the two black line would be which of the 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?
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.
While setting up for a hydrostatic test, it is noted that the maximum output on the pump to be used is 1000 psia. The test hose that is to be used has a pressure rating of 6950 kPaa. From the answers below choose the best course of action.
A typical file generally has one of four basic cuts. Which of the below is not one of those cuts?
In the WHMIS system, the two types of labels that are the most commonly used are? Use the answers provided.
The chemical symbol C₂H₂ best represents which of the following compunds?
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
(wf)There is a great variety of ______ . This encompasses any flaw that compromises the acceptable standard for a weld. Choose the best answer to fill in the blanks from the ones provided below.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld globe valve?
"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?
The 3 key elements of the WHIMIS system are, worker education, labels and ________. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
Which butt weld fitting wall thickness has the smallest number of fitting sizes?
(wf)Lack of fusion, oxidation and lack of penetration are all included in which of the following terms? Choose the best answer from those provided below
Complete this equation. 15⁷⁄₈ - 4 ⅙ = X. Choose from the selection of answers below.
100°C is the approximate melting temperature of a fusible plug equipped on an acetylene bottle. Of the reasons below, choose the best reason explaining the purpose of these plugs.
(se)When sizing welding cables, which of the cables below would be the smallest?
As it happens sometimes, while you were on break, your fire extinguisher grew legs and walked away. You head to the tool crib to get another, as you are doing your inspection you notice it is a CFC type. Is there anything that must be done with this extinguisher?
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
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 2.3%-9.5% in air.
What tool is in the picture 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 "H" in the picture provided?
(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?
"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
Generally in oxy-fuel cutting, when heat is applied to steel ranging from 760°C to 870°C, this is commonly referred to as which of the terms below? Choose the best answer from the options provided.
Generally, plastic compression fittings come in how many types? Choose from the answers below.
"This style of check valves doesn't rely on flow reversal or gravity to close. Instead, the valve is closed by a spring." Of the valves below, this is the best description of which?
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "C"?
When heated, metal forms a scale on it's surface. This scale is called what?
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "C".
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?
"Is a mechanical seal which fills the space between two or more mating surfaces, generally to prevent leakage from or into the joined objects while under compression." This is the best definition of which fitting?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "I" in the picture provided?
"This physical factor within the environment that harms the musculoskeletal system." This statement best describes which of the hazard groups below?
(se)On a brand new joint, when welding the last pass, what arc length should be used? Choose the best answer from the options given below.
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?
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?
What is the name of the reamer pictured below?
Typical hanger spacing for 150 mm stainless steel pipe is 5.5 m. Using that information, how many hangers are needed on a 46 m horizontal run?
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluid will exert pressure in ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
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?
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?
Complete the following sentence with the options below. "This Section covers general descriptions, terminology and operation guidelines applicable to steel and cast iron boilers limited to the operating ranges of ASME _______."
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?
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
Welding torches and cutting torches are similar in most respects. Of the options below, choose the best answer that represents a similarity.
In the drawing provided, there is a column at the northwest corner of the entrance. It's location is best represented by which of the following answers below?
What tool is pictured below?
"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?
(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.
What type of wrench is pictured below?
Which of the filler metals would be most commonly used when brazing copper or copper alloys? Choose the best answer from the following filler metals.
"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
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.
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?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
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.
What pressure would be exerted by a column of water 14 feet high? 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 line labeled "G" in the picture provided?
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.
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?
Which answer below best represents the type of cutting machine in the picture provided?
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?
One of the following is not a disadvantage of a plug valve. Choose from the options below.
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
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.
A common 30/70 soft solder contains what percentage of which elements in it's alloy?
Which of the states of matter can be defined as having a defined mass, and volume, but no defined shape? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.