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"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?
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.
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 "F" in the picture provided?
"A process in which a liquid metal is somehow delivered into a mold." This statement is the best description of which term below?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded cap?
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?
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "C" in the picture provided.
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 picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the answer from the ones provided that best describes the orientation of the numerical dimensions.
"The standard filler is normally sufficient for applications up to 900ยบ F. Other soft fillers are available for higher temperatures or special applications. The choice of the metal used for the jacketed part of the fitting would depend upon the corrosive conditions being encountered." This is the best description of which of the following fittings?
Looking at the answers below, which one is not a cause of flashback while using an oxyacetelyne cutting torch? Choose the best answer that applies.
The proper procedure for shutting down an oxyacetylene outfit takes an number of steps. Of the answers below, choose the one that represents these number of steps.
(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?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
"It is a method of drawing which you can represent your shapes into three- dimensional view. An angle of 30 degree is taken in all its sides in order to give a 3d look." This statement best describes which of the following drawing methods?
As it relates to calculating grade, which of the terms below best describes the letter "B"?
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "B".
The materials that butt weld fittings can be made from include:
Upstream of the low pressure stage and downstream of the high pressure stage of the two stage compressor, should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
(se)On a brand new joint, when welding one of the first two passes, what arc length should be used? Choose the best answer from the options given below.
Burns have a classification by degree. If you have a surface burn, it would be considered which of the following?
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.
"This type of drill is only for up to ยฝ" holes that need to be precise." Choose the answer below that is best described by the statement.
"The temperature of a metal, below which the substance is entirely solid." The best term to fit this description from the group below is?
What is the pressure exerted by 1 ftยฒ of water? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
The characteristic of fluidity is shared by two of the three states of matter. Of the answers below, choose the one state that this characteristic does not apply to.
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?
Which of the valves below best fits the description of this statement? "This type of valve has two ports to it. One inlet and one outlet, and relies on pressure on the inlet side to work properly."
With the options below,complete the following sentence. "The rules of ASME _______ constitute construction requirements for pressure vessels."
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld globe valve?
Gate valves have many advantages. One of the following is not among of them. Choose which one.
What pressure would be exerted by a column of water 14 feet high? Choose the best answer from those provided below
"Is not designed for continuous occupancy, and has limited or restricted means for entry or exit." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
The references in red along the west side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
The isometric below has an abundance of information contained within it. The amount of 3 inch A106-B sch 40 piping that is required for this drawing is best represented by which of the answers below?
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.
The code that covers the piping standards to be used for cryogenic fluids would be which of the following?
Generally, plastic compression fittings come in how many types? Choose from the answers below.
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.
Which of the states of matter can be defined as having defined mass, volume and shape? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
In every piping system, a specific fitting should be installed for control of flow and pressure. Of the choices below, which fitting(s) would best apply?
The lowest temperature a metal is completely molten is called which of the soldering terms 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.
There are some good trade practices when using a hammer. Of the practices below, which is not one of them?
Which of the below would be the best fitting to prevent damage from a pressure surge to a gauge on a hydrostatic test?
When buying a ______ solder, the ______ content is always listed first. Fill in the blanks from the options below.
When comparing STD, XS and XXS wall thicknesses on typical piping, STD piping has:
If a hose connection were to break during the pressuring of a hydrostatic test, which of the following pieces of equipment would prevent it from lashing around?
To supply a gas test with high pressure, dry gas, which of the following would be best to use?
Of the selection of units below, which would be best used to describe force?
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. From the information in the provided picture, select the best answer to describe the method of dimensioning.
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.
You have just installed a small vessel on site, the height is 29' and the base has a 9' diameter. What is the force exerted on the pad that it sits on when completely full of water? 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?
"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?
When dealing with acetylene cylinders, generally you will encounter two types of valves. Which of the sets of valves below would you see?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
"Provides requirements for design, fabrication, installation and inspection of steam heating, hot water heating, hot water supply boilers, and potable water heaters intended for low pressure service that are directly fired by oil, gas, electricity, coal or other solid or liquid fuels." This is the best description of which of the ASME sections 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.
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "G" in the picture provided?
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?
"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?
A piping system that is being designed to carry a petroleum product at 16 psig and 350F would be covered under which code(s)?
In the WHIMIS system, the workplace labels must display 3 pieces of information. Of the answers provided, choose the one that is not needed.
Which answer below best represents the type of cutting machine in the picture provided?
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "A".
T=K x D x P, This formula is used to find the starting tightening torque target number. What does the "P" represent in this formula?
Of the following supports, choose the one that is an example of a constant support hanger.
The alignment of holes in two or more pieces of plate at the same time can be a challenge. Which of the tool below would be best in this situation?
"Grinding on the workpiece resting on this attachment prevents sudden slips in which the wheel grabs the work momentarily and yanks it out of the operator's hand, or pulls the hand toward the wheel." This is the best description of which attachment to a bench grinder? Choose from the answers 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 "D" in the picture provided?
(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.
The markings required on a butt weld fitting does not include which of the following?
The classification of ferrous piping includes all of the following except for one. Choose the pipe that is not ferrous.
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure at an altitude of 3000 feet above sea level?
There are several steps to consider when soldering on a valve. Of the list choose the one that dose 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 "A" in the picture provided?
"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?
The material that is blown away by the oxygen stream while oxy-fuel cutting is called which of the following terms? Choose the best answer from the selection below.
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
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.
What tool is in the picture below?
When using a portable fire extinguisher to fight a fire, why is it important to aim at the base of the fire?
A 35 meter piece of copper pipe that the first 10 m section has an operating temperature of 105ยฐC and pressure of 34 kPa/mยฒ 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 -25ยฐC, what is the total linear expansion in meters for this line? Choose the best answer from the ones supplied below.
Complete this equation. 5โ…˜ x 2โ…œ = X. Choose from the selection of answers below.
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
Calculate the mass of 2.75 mยณ of stainless steel that weighs 3790 kg/mยณ. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
What tool is in the picture below?
In the groove and shoulder system, if you use a roll groove, what is the disadvantage of this type of groove? Choose the best answer of the options below.
You find a workpiece that you are trying to drill a hole in too tough to position under a sensitive or upright drill press. Which of the following answers best solves this problem?
What is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
(wf)After the fillet weld is complete, the inspector says that the weld profile has a bulge to it. Which of the terms below best describes this situation?
What tool is pictured below?
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 floor of the container. Of the following answers, which gas would he be testing for?
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.
(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.
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.