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When using a portable fire extinguisher to fight a fire, why is it important to aim at the base of the fire?
For horizontal soldered joints, it is a good practice to apply the solder at which location?
Of the following supports, choose the one that is an example of a constant support hanger.
At the bottom of a column of Hg, the pressure is 5.82 psi, how many inches of water column is required to exert this same pressure? Choose the best answer from those provided below
The plug on the end of a 150 mm pipe has a force restriction of 250,000 N. What is the maximum operating pressure that this fitting can handle? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
(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.
Pressure vessels such as pipelines, plumbing, gas cylinders, boilers and fuel tanks can be tested for strength and leaks. From the list below choose the correct testing procedure.
"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 picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the best answer from the ones provided to show the tolerance dimension.
(se)When sizing welding cables, which of the cables below would be the smallest?
To cut a piece of copper tube with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
Convert 0.41278 to a fraction. Choose the best answer from below.
(mse)The protective shield that purges any atmospheric gases that may be harmful to the weld, and the slag that protects the weld metal both are produced from one area in the weld zone. Which of the following ares best describes where these are produced?
Calculate the density of 4 ft³ of copper that weighs 367 lbs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Convert ⁷⁄₁₅ to a decimal. Choose the best answer from the ones 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 picture provided?
A typical file generally has one of four basic cuts. Which of the below is not one of those cuts?
You are part of a crew that is hydrotesting a 40 m, 50 mm, Sch 60 alloy pipe. It is set up horizontally, north to south, on pipestands with a gauge at both ends. According to the principles of hydrostatics, what will the gauges read when the test is up and holding at 45 kPa? choose the best answer from the options below.
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
The intensity of sound is measured in dBA. In the workplace the suggested dBA level for wearing hearing protection over an 8 hour day would be which of the 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.
A small system has been filled and is ready to pressure up. Which of the pumps below would be the best to use for this test?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
Of the answers below, choose the layout tool that would most likely consist of a "Bevel protractor" and a steel rule
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
(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?
Which of the piping systems below would Bell-end type joints primarily be used in?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded tee elbow?
(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?
With the options below complete the following sentence. "Rules governing the fabrication of power boilers is found in ASME ________"
"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?
(wf)Structural discontinuities would include all of the following defects except one. Of the answers below choose the one that is not a structural discontinuity.
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a tongue and groove flange?
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "A".
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?
(wf)Dimensional defects would include all of the following defects except one. Of the answers below choose the one that is not a dimensional defect.
Before entering a container to work, your Journeyman asks for a gas test to be done. The foreman agrees and puts the sniffer close to the roof of the container. Of the following answers, which gas would he be testing for?
"The ability of a body to resist a distorting influence and to return to its original size and shape when that influence or force is removed." This is the best definition of which of the terms below?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
"This operation of this type of chuck is with an external collar that you hand turn." This statement best describes which of the chucks below?
When selecting a fastener, there are many criteria that are needed to be taken into consideration. What specification of the list below is needed to be known to allow proper movement or anchorage in the fastener?
What tool is in the picture below?
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.
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?
Of the answers below, which best reflects the name of the drill pictured?
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
Please add the following fractions ⁴⁄₈, ⁶⁄₁₂, ⁵⁄₈, ⅔. Choose your answer from the ones provided below.
To keep your back healthy, there are several steps in lifting objects. Of the following, choose the one that would not apply.
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?
On the jobsite you have to cut 200 mm plate, and have to heat a large hoarding from the same supply. Of the gases below, choose the gas that would best fill both of these requirements.
"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?
What is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
When installing an auxiliary service piping system, what code would you reference for the minimum standards?
Copper tube DWV fittings can be used on copper pressure piping systems
The orientation of a horizontal line is commonly referred to as _______ to the horizon. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below to fill in the blank.
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(se)While welding, what is the result of shortening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
One of the four classifications of fusion welding low alloy steel oxy fuel gas welding rods is R60. What do the two numbers represent in this classification? Choose the best answer from the options below.
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "B"?
Of the three common forged steel fitting classifications, class 4500 is considered:
What type of punch is pictured below?
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "A"?
What tool is pictured below?
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.
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?
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.
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 in the picture below?
Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given 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.
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
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?
(se)Which of the basic types of electrode holders is pictured below? Choose from the answers provided.
Of the list below, before adding the flux to a capillary soldered joint, what must be done?
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 comparing STD, XS and XXS wall thicknesses on typical piping, XXS piping has:
Calculate the mass of 6.25 ft³ of gold that weighs 3579 lb/ft³. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
To supply a gas test with high pressure, dry gas, which of the following would be best to use?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
Of the list below, choose the answer that has one advantage (first) and one disadvantage (second) of copper tubing over steel or iron pipe.
In a piping system fittings can be used in a variety of situations, one of those is:
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?
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
All of the following statements regarding an oxygen cylinders are true, except one. Choose the answer that does not belong.
On every acetylene cylinder there is an overpressurization safety device. Of the answers below, choose the best name for this device.
Which of the welding processes below would welding goggles be worn?
What tool is pictured below?
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "F".
The air has a density of _________ at STP, based on 101 kPa and 0°C. Use the best answer below to fill in the blank.
The inert purge gases for GMAW and GTAW welding processes are non-toxic, but are still dangerous. In what situation below would these gases be a danger?
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
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.
Calculate the relative density of a steel at 2357 lb/ft³ with water at 62.4 lb/ft³. Select the best answer from the ones provided below.
There are several different types of labeling or lettering on a drawing. In the picture below how many different types of labeling and/or lettering is there. Choose the best answer from those provided below.
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?
"The ability of a substance, usually a metal, to be deformed or molded into a different shape." This statement is the best description of which of the following terms?
"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?