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Complete this equation. 15⁷⁄₈ - 4 ⅙ = X. Choose from the selection of answers below.
"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?
Calculate the mass of 6.25 ft³ of gold that weighs 3579 lb/ft³. Choose the best answer from the ones provided 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 "A" in the picture provided?
"Two heating irons are used in this particular type of fusion welding." This best describes which of the following answers?
Convert ¹¹⁄₁₆ to a percentage. select the best answer from the ones provided below.
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a male and female set flange?
Orthographic and isometric directional arrows have few similarities. From the options provided below, choose the best answer that represents one of those similarities.
When selecting a flux, what is the most important consideration to be made?
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.
Of the gases below, choose the best one that supports combustion, but is non-flammable on it own.
Of the valves below, which has a non-directional flow pattern?
Of the flame types for the oxyacetylene torch, which of them burns the hottest at the tip of the cone? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
"These types of pumps come in a reciprocating and rotary style." This best describes which of the answers below?
"An extra piece of equipment is required when testing with an air compressor." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
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.
What is the name of the cutter pictured below?
Of all the valves below, which would have close to the same flow characteristics as a globe pattern straight valve?
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the best answer from the ones provided to show the tolerance dimension.
A cold water piping system does not exceed 4689 psi @ 100 degrees F. What class of forged steel fitting in conjunction with XXS piping should be used
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.
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?
At the warehouse, they have received an exchanger. You look at the waybill, and see that it was discounted 3 separate times for 15%, 12% and 6% each. If the original price was $45,692, which of the answers below best represents the final purchase price?
To keep your back healthy, there are several steps in lifting objects. Of the following, choose the one that would not apply.
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.
A neutral flame would be best suited to which of the following applications?
What tool is in the picture below?
Use the answers below to answer the following question. "To aid in the removal of trapped sediment and small debris, a valve should be closed in which manner?
"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?
Welding torches and cutting torches are similar in most respects. Of the options below, choose the best answer that represents a similarity.
There are two accepted methods of protecting metal from electrolysis. Of the list below, choose the one that applies.
(se)What is the name of the welding accessory pictured below? Use the answers provided to choose the best one.
The lowest temperature a metal is completely molten is called which of the soldering terms below?
"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.
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 pictured below?
This chisel has a cutting edge that is typically 60°,but can be reduced to 40° or increased to 90°. The chisel that best suits this description is which of the below?
What tool is in the picture below?
"Heat number" is a designation that can be replaced by which term?
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?
In a carbonizing oxyacetylene flame, the length of the feather indicates which of the conditions below? Choose the best answer from the following.
Choose the best answer below that is the density of water in imperial measurement.
"The space between the OD of the tube being fitted and the bore of the fitting." This is the best description of which soldering term below?
(se)Which of the basic types of electrode holders is pictured below? Choose from the answers provided.
Of the list below, choose the answer that has one advantage (first) and one disadvantage (second) of copper tubing over steel or iron pipe.
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the black lines outside of the weld in the picture shown?
There are three parts to a common twist drill. Which of the below is not one of those parts?
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?
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.
(mse)"This type of mechanical property also is known by the term "Elastic limit." This statement best describes which of the properties below?
There is a set number of steps in the procedure for creating proper joints with thermoplastic piping. Of the answers below, select the one that is closest to that number.
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "B" in the picture provided.
"Fusion welding with an oxidizing flame on this type of material will cause welds that are porous, oxidized, and brittle." This statement best describes which of the metals below?
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
In relation to soldering, what does the term "Bore" signify?
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?
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.
What type of bar is pictured below?
What tool is pictured below?
Calculate the volume of 2.3 lb/ft³ of aluminium that weighs 1479 lbs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
"This tooth count hacksaw blade is generally recommended for most uses". Which of the following blades fit that description?
"The angle of the oxy-fuel torch relative to the direction of travel that which the tip is pointed dictates the directions in which the heat is going and the slag will be blown." Which of the terms below is best described by this statement?
An Instrument air piping system does not exceed 1673 psi @ 100 degrees F. What class of forged steel fitting in conjunction with Sch 80 piping should be used
(mse)"This type of material property is measured using a Brinell, or a Rockwell test." This statement best describes which of the properties below?
"The standard filler is normally sufficient for applications up to 900º 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?
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.
From this description, choose the correct pipe support. "A piece of pipe, to support a line, that is mitered and welded to the back of an elbow."
These materials can be cooled and heated several times without any change in their chemistry or mechanical properties. This allows them to be formed and re-formed into different shapes" This is the best description of which of the terms below?
In the WHMIS system, "Dangerously reactive material" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(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
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?
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?
Of the methods to render a container safe for hotwork, which of the following is the most common and most effective?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
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 "C" in the picture provided?
Loss of head for a valve or fitting has an equivalent in a length of the same size pipe. Which valve, a gate or an angle globe (both fully open), would have the highest losses?
A fitting that has a classification of 2000 would be what kind of fitting?
Looking at the following terms, choose the best answer that is not associated with a characteristic of a gas.
If you have received 43 widgets out of an order of 378 widgets, what percentage of widgets have been accounted for? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
When referring to the center to end measurement of a 90 degree elbow threaded fitting, what is the best term that describes this measurement?
(se)The melting of the electrode and/or the base metal comes from the strength of the electrical current passing through them. Of the answers below, which term best describes the strength of the current?
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 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?
Gate valves have many advantages. One of the following is not among of them. Choose which one.
What is the name of the grinder pictured below?
Around most construction tasks, eye protection is important. The selection of eye protection will rest mainly with which of the following answers? Choose the best one that applies.
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.
Of the options below, which one relies on the memory of the plastic tube to contract to its original size after the fitting is inserted?
(wf)"This is the term used for the point where the material begins to have permanent deformation." This statement best describes which of the terms below?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
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?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld gate valve?
Each substance has it's own rates of expansion and contraction, using the table below find the substance with the greatest amount of expansion per °C. Choose the best answer from those provided below
"This term is used for lines that intersect at a right angle." Of the terms provided choose the best one to fit this statement
Straight pattern, Y pattern and angle pattern are all design variations of which style of valve?
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.
"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?
Socket weld fittings are commonly used on joints that are what size?