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(wf)"This term refers to the physical property of a material to resist plastic deformation, penetration or indentation." Which of the following terms is best described by this statement?
Which of the following gases has the hottest burning neutral flame? Choose the best answer from those below.
(wf)While welding, water and other liquids get caught up in the weld. These produces voids of gas when the weld cools. Which of the terms below best describes these voids?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view butt weld tee?
(mse)The CSA classification of carbon steel SMAW electrodes is metric. Choose the best answer for what the "70" represents, in the answers below.
Of the options below, choose the one that best states the primary function of plate rolls.
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.
When the work that is being performed is not dependent on the pressure delivered from the cylinder being used, which style of regulator would most commonly used?
The recommended PVC grooved joint operating maximum temperature is which of the below?
What application is better suited for a double flared fitting?
The references in red along the north side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
Calculate the density of 5 m³ of copper that weighs 3879 kgs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
The most common colour for a oxygen gas hose in an oxyacetylene set up is which of the below?
Use the following answers to fill in the blank. "The _________ should be reviewed to be assured that the proper studbolts and nuts are being used."
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.
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
A square groove double weld commonly has a maximum material thickness of ________. Use the best answer below to fill in the blank.
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.
"This cutting machine cuts metal with a scissor-like action." Which of the machines below best fits this description?
Wood screws have an unthreaded portion just under the screw head on the shank. Using the options below, what is this portion called?
Socket weld fittings are generally used to join piping that is 50mm(2") or less?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded 45° elbow?
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?
(se)Which of the basic types of electrode holders is pictured below? Choose from the answers provided.
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.
The numbers encircled on the north side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
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?
If you needed to place new threads on the inside of a fitting, which of these tools would be best?
Good trade practice is a 4:1 ratio when using an extension ladder. From which piece of legislation does the practice originate from?
RTJ gaskets come in two styles. These are which of the following?
Concrete anchors have two broad categories. Of the choices below, select the ones that apply.
(se)All welding machines have a duty cycle. A machine with a duty cycle of 72% with an amperage of 425, would run continuously at what amp maximum? Choose the best answer from the selection below.
"When looking at this type of drawing, the views most commonly seen are right side, top and front." Which of the terms below is best described by this statement?
After manually oxy-fuel cutting a piece of 75 mm plate in half, your journeyman notices that the kerf lines are indicating a 25% lag in the slag stream. What is he trying to tell you? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
In the WHMIS system, "Oxidizing material" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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?
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.
(se)Welding power sources that are AC-DC rectifier type have several advantages to them, which of the answers below is not one of them? Select the best answer from the options provided.
There are two accepted methods of protecting metal from electrolysis. Of the list below, choose the one that applies.
Choose the best answer below that is the density of water in imperial measurement.
(wf)Which answer below best describes the undesireable situation shown by the three black arrows?
Of the answers below, which is the best oxyacetylene term for the explosive condition that occurs upstream the mixer and can include all of the components in the outfit including the regulator.
(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.
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?
This type of valve can be installed in locations that are unavailable for a gate valve, but will give you similar valve characteristics. Of the options below, which valve is being described?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
(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.
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.
"Has a gasket surface in the same plane as the bolting circle face." Is the best description of which fitting?
"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 creation of this style of groove, the steel of the pipe is cold formed while it is displaced inward." Of the answers below, choose the one best described by this statement.
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?
Complete this equation. 15⁷⁄₈ - 4 ⅙ = X. Choose from the selection of answers below.
"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?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Class 3000, is a fitting classification for which type of material?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #6 is best represented by which answer below?
"A substance that undergoes a ___________, doesn't chemically alter what the substance is." Choose from the options below to best fill in the blank in this statement.
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.
"Machined from a single piece of metal that is cut to match the pipe size, fit between two pipe flanges and requires an additional gasket when it is installed. Also, the bolts will need to be lengthened depending on what piping class and size of the fitting is used." This is the best description of which fitting?
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.
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.
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.
In the WHMIS system, "Infectious materials" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
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.
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?
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.
Of the safety concerns with soldering listed below, which would occur the least?
Calculate the volume of 5 kg/m³ of nitrogen that weighs 2694 kgs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Looking at the following terms, choose the best answer that is not associated with a characteristic of a gas.
Twist drill sizes are designated by four methods. Which of the following answers is not one of them.
(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.
Which type of fastener below requires a layout of the holes before fastener is installed?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the black lines outside of the weld in the picture shown?
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.
There are several steps to consider when soldering on a valve. Of the list choose the one that dose not apply
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?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded gate valve?
A carbonizing flame would be best suited to which of the following applications?
Of the options below, what is the following sentence describing? "This is a mechanism that mechanically joins or affixes two or more objects together."
To keep your back healthy, there are several steps in lifting objects. Of the following, choose the one that would not apply.
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.
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.
"This Section provides such guidelines to assist those directly responsible for operating, maintaining, and inspecting power boilers." This is the best description of which of the following ASME sections?
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
Masonry anchors come in _______ basic types. Choose from the following answers to fill in the blank.
A common 30/70 soft solder contains what percentage of which elements in it's alloy?
"These types of pumps come in a reciprocating and rotary style." This best describes which of the answers below?
Orthographic and isometric directional arrows have few similarities. From the options provided below, choose the best answer that represents one of those similarities.
"This physical factor within the environment that harms the musculoskeletal system." This statement best describes which of the hazard groups 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.
(wf)The best term to describe the portion of the weld between the two black line would be which of the below?
"_________ is an injury caused by freezing of the skin and underlying tissues. First your skin becomes very cold and red, then numb, hard and pale." Use the answers provided to fill in the blank.
"While dimensioning drawings, there is one of the following activities that you must avoid doing." Which of the following actions when dimensioning a drawing must be avoided? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below
Of all the tools listed below, what is the preferred method for cutting tube under 3/4"?
These manufacturer installed items must be removed before the piping is put into operation, but not before the Variable Spring Hanger is installed and fully loaded. Of the selections below, which items best fits this description?
"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?
Ozone, carbon monoxide, hydrogen chloride and phosgene are all gases that can be created by different types of welding. Of the answers below, choose the best one that they all have in common.
What tool is in the picture below?
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.