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Of the answers below, which is the best oxyacetylene term for the condition that occurs when the tip produces a shrieking noise, sparks and dark smoke.
"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?
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the best answer from the ones provided to show the tolerance dimension.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld tee?
The type of oxy-fuel cutting torch that has a cutting tip which is supplied with mixed pre-heat gases are typically called which of the names below? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "A".
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.
Which of the piping systems below would Bell-end type joints primarily be used in?
What is the name of the reamer pictured below?
With the options below,complete the following sentence. "The rules of ASME _______ constitute construction requirements for pressure vessels."
One of the following is not a disadvantage of a plug valve. Choose from the options below.
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
Ambient conditions and temperature of the contents of thermoplastic pipe are directly related to which of the answers below?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a male and female set flange?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
(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.
T=K x D x P, This formula is used to find the starting tightening torque target number. What does the "K" represent in this formula?
What tool is pictured below?
When one substance is dissolved in another homogeneously, this is called a solution. Which of the three states of matter can a solution exist? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
Of the answers below choose the best answer that reflects style of press that has the highest capacity.
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.
"Has a gasket surface in the same plane as the bolting circle face." Is the best description of which fitting?
(se)"An type of material that allows the flow of an electrical current in one or more directions." The best answer that this statement describes is which of the following?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "D" in the picture provided?
The references in red along the west side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "F".
(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.
(se)While welding, what is the result of lengthening of the welding arc? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Fillet welds have fundamentally ________ different types of welds. Choose the best answer from those below to fill in the blank.
All of the below are common disadvantages of using plastic pipe except one. Choose the answer that is not a disadvantage.
There are several steps to consider when soldering on a valve. Of the list choose the one that dose not apply
Piping that you have to be order for a job needs to be absolutely devoid of any surface contamination. Which of the following finishes will you ask to have put on your piping?
"In the center of a flange there is a tall hub with a bevelled end suitable for welding." This is a description of which type of flange?
The plug disc valve is a variation of which main category of valve?
Material safety data sheets are required to be accompany all controlled substances from the supplier. There are _______ that make up these sheets, providing more detail than the label. Use the answers below to fill in the blank
(se)"This electrical current has is not bi-directional and flows only from negative to positive." This statement best describes which of the following currents?
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.
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 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?
"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?
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.
When using a portable fire extinguisher to fight a fire, why is it important to aim at the base of the fire?
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "B"?
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.
Socket weld fittings most commonly come in sizes ranging from _____ to _____.
Choose the best answer below that is the density of air at STP in metric measurement.
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.
Which butt weld fitting wall thickness has the smallest number of fitting sizes?
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?
These multi-purpose portable fire extinguishers are light, commonly red, and have a short nozzle or a narrow length of hose. Choose from the answers below the one that best applies.
In a carbonizing oxyacetylene flame, the length of the feather indicates which of the conditions below? Choose the best answer from the following.
Upstream of the aftercooler and downstream of the air intake should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
Pipe size is specified with two non-dimensional numbers: ________ diameter based on inches, and _______ for wall thickness. Of the options below, fill in the blanks.
In a piping system fittings can be used in a variety of situations, one of those is:
Which of the following types of copper requires a bending device?
Complete this equation. 15⁷⁄₈ - 4 ⅙ = X. Choose from the selection of answers below.
What are the two common wall thicknesses for copper tubing?
(wf)There is a great variety of ______ . This encompasses any flaw that compromises the acceptable standard for a weld. Choose the best answer to fill in the blanks from the ones provided 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 formula would be correct when attempting to calculate the fitting allowance of a threaded 90 degree 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?
15.5 meters of line is supposed to be graded at 1:13, which of the answers below best satisfies this grade?
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.
Inches of Hg is commonly used for atmospheric pressure. What is the difference in pressure exerted by a 10" column of Hg with a 1 in² base, when compared to a column of water the same height? Use the best answer from those 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.
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "G" in the picture provided?
If you allow swarf to accumulate on the tool you are using, what are the problems that can arise?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded 90° elbow?
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?
(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.
The coolest place possible should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
"This workplace hazard consists of organisms or organic matters produced by these organisms that are harmful to human health." This statement best describes which of the hazards below?
(se)When the current flow meets resistance in a conductor, that energy is turned into what form? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
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.
What tool is pictured below?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "H" in the picture provided?
What tool is in the picture below?
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?
Of the selection of units below, which would be best used to describe pressure?
Which type of fastener below requires a layout of the holes before fastener is installed?
There are three parts to a common twist drill. Which of the below is not one of those parts?
Weld fittings are available in two configurations, one of these is:
The 3 classes of fittings for a forged steel piping system come in 3 classes. Of the list below, select the 3 that apply.
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.
What tool is in the picture below?
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
Typical hanger spacing for 19 mm copper pipe is 2.4 m. Using that information, how many hangers are needed on a 8 m horizontal run?
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.
Your journeyman asks you to fill out the following print with measurements. What method of dimensioning are they having you do? Choose from the best answer from the ones provided below.
The encircled letters along the west side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
Which of the following disc designs is the most widely use variation for the gate valve?
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
The proper procedure for setting up an oxyacetylene outfit takes an number of steps. Of the answers below, choose the one that represents these number of steps.
Most fuels, when exposed to air, water, or heat under normal condition will not chemically react. These fuels are classed as which of the below?
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
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.
(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?
The fraction ⅜ is equal to which of the fractions below? Choose the best answer from the ones provided.
In the WHMIS system, "Infectious materials" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(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?