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"The act or procedure of liquefying or melting by the application of heat, any two materials to combine them." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
Using the terms provided, choose the best one that would be described as a substance being chemically joined in fixed proportions of two or more different types of atoms.
"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.
(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.
Composition disc type valves are part of which of the following categories?
All of the below are common disadvantages of using plastic pipe except one. Choose the answer that is not a disadvantage.
"A measure of a material's ability to undergo significant plastic deformation before rupture." This statement is the best description of which of the following terms?
(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.
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 _______."
The pressure exerted by a column of Hg 9" high would be which of the following answers? Choose the best answer that applies from the ones 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.
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.
Position designations for groove and fillet test welds include numbers and letters. The number dictates a particular position, while the letter dictates a particular position. Choose the best combination of letters and numbers below to identify the weld position and type shown in the picture 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.
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?
What is the pressure exerted by 1 ft² of water? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(wf)Defective properties would include all of the following defects except one. Of the answers below choose the one that is not a defective property.
(se)"This term is describing a welding machine that has a flat, or close to it, volt-amp curve. It is well suited for GMAW and SAW welding." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
"The temperature of a metal, below which the substance is entirely solid." The best term to fit this description from the group below is?
"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?
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 welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
What tool is in the picture below?
(se)If a welding machine is left on, but no work is being done with it, what type of voltage is at the output terminals? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
The classification of fire extinguishers depends on the type of fire they can fight effectively. Which fire extinguisher type is denoted by the picture below?
Every hacksaw blade has a "set". This particular "set" has every tooth bent slightly to the side and in the opposite direction of the one in front of it. Of the answers below, choose the best "set" to match this description.
(mse)"This type of mechanical property also is known by the term "Elastic limit." This statement best describes which of the properties below?
(se)What is the name of the welding accessory pictured below? Use the answers provided to choose the best one.
"This gas irritates sensitive skin and mucous membranes. It is non-flammable, has an unpleasant odour, and is colourless." This statement best describes which of the following gases?
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?
Of the methods to render a container safe for hotwork, which of the following is the most common and most effective?
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluids pressure is proportional to ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
"Before heating, the plastic pipe and fittings can be assembled." This statement best describes which of the following?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "E" in the picture provided?
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
Of the options below, what is the following sentence describing? "This is a mechanism that mechanically joins or affixes two or more objects together."
What application is better suited for a double flared fitting?
To avoid electrical shock there are several steps that can be taken. Of the answers below, choose the one that does not apply.
When referring to the center to end measurement of a 90 degree elbow threaded fitting, what is the best term that describes this measurement?
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?
In the WHMIS system, "Compressed gas" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
The number of turns by _______ should be _______ than the number of turns by _____ when tightening a threaded joint. Choose the words in order to fill the blanks from the options below.
"This physical factor within the environment that harms the musculoskeletal system." This statement best describes which of the hazard groups below?
In wet sprinkler systems, there is different tube that can be used. Choose the answer below that has all of them.
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
Code B149.1-05 covers which of the following?
"Of all the plastic compression joining methods, this one will not create a flow restriction within the line." This is the best description for which of the following?
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.
If the piping isometric that you are working off of has a 1:20 metric reduced scale to it, what is the actual length of the workpiece of you measure 45mm on the print? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
With the options below,complete the following sentence. "The rules of ASME _______ constitute construction requirements for pressure vessels."
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.
When installing an auxiliary service piping system, what code would you reference for the minimum standards?
Fire suppression applications use CPVC piping. For this application what colour must this piping be? Choose the best answer from the options below.
Lines that are not perpendicular nor are parallel to a vertex are called which term? Choose the best one that applies from the options below.
There are a great many ways to give information about the shape of an object. Certain ways of drawing or views will give some information clearer than others. Of the answers below, choose the best term that describes the following picture.
You are asked to install 753 meters of 50mm, Sch 40 pipe. At the end of the day, you have 157 meters installed, how many meters do you have left until the job is complete? Choose the best anser from the ones provided below.
What tube would be commonly used in fabricating a radiant heating system?
What tool is in the picture below?
CSA approved head, eye, and foot protection is required for all workers. This is best legislated by which of the following acts?
Complete this equation. 5⅘ x 2⅜ = X. Choose from the selection of answers below.
"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 a a number of steps in the proper fabrication of a Bell-end joint. Choose the answer below that reflects that number the best.
(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.
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "F".
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?
A lube oil piping header has a slope of 2.5% for a 13500 mm run. What is the total drop of the line in meters? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
It is a good trade practice to transport gas cylinders secured and upright. From which act below did this practice come from?
Of the benders below, which will allow kinking in soft tubing?
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?
Of the list below, before adding the flux to a capillary soldered joint, what must be done?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
There are a number of hydrostatic principles, which of the answers below best encompasses them all?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "A" in the picture provided?
(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.
What type of wrench is pictured below?
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.
Gate valves have many advantages. One of the following is not among of them. Choose which one.
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)In during a welded joint, the input of heat must be controlled. Which of the issues could result in a weld where the heat input was not controlled well? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Class 3000, is a fitting classification for which type of material?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Calculate the mass of 2.75 m³ of stainless steel that weighs 3790 kg/m³. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view butt weld tee?
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.
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?
Of the clothes to wear while cutting, welding or grinding, choose from the answers below the best material to have.
Twist drill sizes are designated by four methods. Which of the following answers is not one of them.
The most common colour for a oxygen gas hose in an oxyacetylene set up is which of the below?
In the WHMIS system, "Oxidizing material" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
"A substance that undergoes a ___________, there is a release or absorption of energy as a new substance is formed." Choose from the options below to best fill in the blank in this statement.
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for energy?
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?
This type of soldering uses temperatures below 450C or 840F:
______ type compression joints are also commonly referred to as ______ as well as sleeveless type.
One side of a support is 372 mm, the other side is 739 mm. What is the smallest area that this support can be used? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Section 315(1), (2) and (3) covering guardrails can be found in which piece of legislation 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.