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Calculate the density of 5 m³ of copper that weighs 3879 kgs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided 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.
The safe working pressure of acetylene is 15 psi. As the temperature of the gas increases, this pressure will change. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below to explain what this change will be.
(se)"Metal deposition rate is the weight of material deposited by arc welding in a unit of time. For this rate to increase, which of the options below would be best suited?
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
In relation to soldering, what does the term "Bore" signify?
"This layout tool consists of a calibrated protractor, X-shaped frame, and a triple jointed marking arm and holder. This allows for marking of steel or pipe." Of the answers below, choose the one is best defined by this statement.
When marking the cut on a 250mm (10") diameter pipe, what tool should be used to be assured that the mark is the same measurement all the way around the pipe?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld 45° elbow?
(se)What is the name of the welding accessory pictured below? Use the answers provided to choose the best one.
(wf)After the fillet weld is complete, the weld profile looks like the green section of the picture below. Which of the terms below best describes this profile?
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluids pressure is proportional to ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
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.
What tool is in the picture 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.
Of the options below, which one requires both ends of the plastic pipe to be perfectly square?
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "A" in the picture provided.
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for pressure?
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?
You are ordering stud bolts to fasten two flanges together. What thread classification would you order of the following classifications?
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "B" in the picture provided.
Convert 0.41278 to a fraction. Choose the best answer from below.
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "A".
"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.
"A process in which a liquid metal is somehow delivered into a mold." This statement is the best description of which term 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?
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.
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?
In the WHMIS system, the two types of labels that are the most commonly used are? Use the answers provided.
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
If you had to walk around a house and it took you 4 minutes to walk one side and 6 minutes to walk the adjacent side, how long would it take to finish the entire walk? Choose the best answers from those below
"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?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "C" in the picture provided?
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.
"An extra piece of equipment is required when testing with an air compressor." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "C"?
In the WHIMIS system, the workplace labels must display 3 pieces of information. Of the answers provided, choose the one that is not needed.
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluids pressure is proportional to ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
The markings required on a butt weld fitting does not include which of the following?
There are three elements that are required to start a fire, this is called the "Fire triangle". Fuel and heat of ignition form two sides of this triangle. Of the answers below, choose the one that best fits on the third side.
(wf)"This type of weld deviance is any defect that cause the weld metal, parent metal, or work piece to be out of specification or tolerance. These issues are mainly caused by improper set up or distortion." This statement best describes which of the following classes of weld defects
"This type of respirator has two different types that are available. These are continuous flow, and pressure demand respirators. " This statement best describes which of the following respirators?
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?
(se)While welding, what is the result of shortening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
In vertical runs of piping (risers) at each floor level there should be a support. The type of hardware used by mechanical building trades for supporting pipe would be which of the following?
Of the list below, choose the answer that has one advantage (first) and one disadvantage (second) of copper tubing over steel or iron pipe.
If the welding apprentices tacked 4 welds in an hour, how many welds would be tacked by 3 apprentices in a 37.5 hour work week? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
A nitrogen piping system does not exceed 6000 psi @ 100 degrees F. What weight of pipe is required with Class 6000 forged steel fittings?
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?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
When you are going to lubricate an air motor, which of the following would be the best time to do it?
The major difference between machined screws and both wood screws and sheet metal screws is which of the following?
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a fluid will exert pressure in ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
Of the following supports, choose the one that is an example of a constant support hanger.
In accordance to the specifications set out by AWS, which of the following symbols would be placed on a package of silver filler metals? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
What tool is in the picture below?
(mse)The weld puddle does not use up the electrode in which of the following weld processes? Choose the best answer from the ones provided.
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "E"?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded gate valve?
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 largest range of flammability.
There are several sizes of portable hand drills. How are they rated? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
Under the Workers compensation act, are apprentices and learners entitled to compensation?
Commonly receding lines are drawn from the horizontal at 30°, 45° or 60°. If you were to draw a receding line at a 45°, it would be foreshortened by which of the amounts below. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below
Which forged steel fitting classification does not have a schedule number?
What is the name of the reamer pictured 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.
These types of portable fire extinguishers are very heavy, have a conical nozzle, and are commonly bright red. Choose the best answer from the selection below.
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.
Of the answers below choose the best answer that reflects style of press that has the highest capacity.
(wf)"This term refers to a physical property of a material which describes the ability of a material containing a crack to resist further cracking."
There a specific vocabulary when describing the areas of a fillet weld. Which of these terms is represented by "J" in the picture below? Choose the best answer from those 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?
"This type of oxy-fuel cutting torch has preheat gases supplied to the cutting tip." Which of the following torch types is best described by this statement?
What tool is in the picture below?
Which of the piping systems below would Bell-end type joints primarily be used in?
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for mass?
An acetylene bottle has a specific volumetric capacity. The cylinder should not be emptied more then one _______ of that capacity per hour. Choose the best answer to fill in the blank from the ones below.
When inspecting your oxy-acetylene cut after cutting a piece of 50 mm plate, you notice that the bottom of the kerf line is slightly behind the top of the same line. Which of the terms below best expresses this condition?
A 35 meter piece of copper pipe that the first 10 m section has an operating temperature of 105°C and pressure of 34 kPa/m² until a restriction, then the temperature and pressure both drop by 15 for the remainder of the line. The entire line was originally installed at -25°C, what is the total linear expansion in meters for this line? Choose the best answer from the ones supplied below.
Your journeyman has asked you to cut them 6 pieces of 4' Sch 80 pipe 3' 7". The only piece of pipe you can find is a 20 foot full length. How many pieces will you be able to cut out of this length? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
A safety relief valves has a specific relationship with the part in the system that has lowest maximum pressure setting. Of the answers below, choose the one that best reflects this relationship.
With ______ piping, fusion welding, and acid resistant clamps are the the most basic types of joining. Choose from the following to fill in the blank.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld globe valve?
Fill the blanks with the answers provided. "These two valves, _______ and ________ are usually used together in a line. The flow of fluid through the line finds little friction from either one."
Complete this equation. 5⅘ x 2⅜ = X. Choose from the selection of answers below.
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that the ________ of a fluid has no effect on pressure." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
Wood screws have an unthreaded portion just under the screw head on the shank. Using the options below, what is this portion called?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
What type of punch is pictured below?
Calculate the density of 4 ft³ of copper that weighs 367 lbs. Choose the best answer from the ones 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.
"These drawing tools as commonly used with a T-square to produce vertical and angled lines." Of the tools below, which is best described by this statement?
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.
A tight seal to the face is required by all respirators. This is a critical element in which of the following type(s) of respirator? Of the options below, choose the best answer.
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the best answer from the ones provided to show the arc dimension.
Of the options below, what is the following sentence describing? "This is a mechanism that mechanically joins or affixes two or more objects together."
(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.
One of the following is not a disadvantage of a plug valve. Choose from the options below.
There are 4 principal parts to the head of a hammer. Of these 4 parts, there are only two that are opposite of each other, what are they called? Of the answers below, choose the one that best applies.