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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.
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
When suspending stationary non-insulated pipe line, it is recommended to use which of the supports below?
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "B" in the picture provided.
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 the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Good trade practice is a 4:1 ratio when using an extension ladder. From which piece of legislation does the practice originate from?
(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.
To supply a gas test with high pressure, dry gas, which of the following would be best to use?
Because of various stresses, fasteners to be used in the piping industry are designed for what type of load?
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?
There are a great many ways to give information about the shape of an object. Certain ways of drawing or views will give some information clearer than others. Of the answers below, choose the best term that describes the following picture.
What is the name of the reamer pictured below?
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for a small volume?
(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."
The common elements that all fluxes have are listed except for one. Select the one that does not apply.
Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given below.
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?
The references in red along the west side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms 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.
(wf)Lack of fusion, oxidation and lack of penetration are all included in which of the following terms? Choose the best answer from those provided 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?
Maintaining all of the required PPE within the manufactures guidelines and in good working order is the responsibility of the________." Choose from the following answers to fill the blank.
Of the options below, choose the one that best states the primary function of plate rolls.
"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?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
Fire suppression applications use CPVC piping. For this application what colour must this piping be? Choose the best answer from the options below.
Every hacksaw blade has a "set". This particular "set" has every third tooth straight, while the two before it are bent slightly to the side opposite of each other. Of the answers below, choose the best "set" to match this description.
(mse)"This type of mechanical property also is known by the term "Elastic limit." This statement best describes which of the properties below?
When fusion welding a butt joint, what is the suggested size of the root opening? 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 line labeled "F" in the picture provided?
(wf)Of the answers below, which type of defect occurs when the electrode is not drawn away from the puddle slowly enough?
"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?
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.
Blueprints are assebled into groups for ease of accessing the information quickly. In the commercial or industrial ares of work, there are commonly ________ divisions of these blueprints. Choose from the answers below to best fill in the blank.
Of the answers below, choose the layout tool that would most likely consist of a "Bevel protractor" and a steel rule
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view butt weld cap?
"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?
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
"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.
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?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "I" in the picture provided?
A holding tank is 43 feet in diameter. How many feet of welding will it take to seal the lid on the top? Choose the best answers from those provided below.
This type of layout tool consists of two parts, a "Beam" and a "Blade". Which of the following tools best fits this description?
In the WHMIS system, "Oxidizing material" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Of the alloys below, which is the alloy of copper and zinc?
When faced with vertical movements typically in excess of 13mm, or where no residual stresses are to be transferred to the pipe, which of the supports below would be the best to install?
Water distribution systems made from PE piping have a maximum operating temperature. What is that temperature? Choose from the options 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 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.
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.
What type of punch is pictured below?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
(se)What type of welding circuit is pictured below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
(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 gouging. blades.
"One of the principles of hydrostatics is that a containers shape that is holding a fluid will ________." Choose the best answer below to complete the sentence.
(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.
"When joining most metals, silver filler metal can be used. There are only two metals that cannot be joined by this filler metal." This statement best describes which of the following answers
Code B149.1-05 covers which of the following?
Type "M" copper tubing has what colour identification strip?
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.
If you allow swarf to accumulate on the tool you are using, what are the problems that can arise?
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?
If you were trying to depict the inside workings of an item, you which of the following orthographic views would be best for the task?
"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?
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.
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for length?
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "B".
The markings required on a butt weld fitting does not include which of the following?
A welder has set up a temporary fab area in a c-can. He has put 2 portable fans, one in the front and one in the back, in the c-can for ventilation. Based on the information provided, which type of ventilation is he using? Use the terms provided to choose the best answer.
Fluxes in soldering are also known by another term, choose the best term that would be used in place of "fluxes".
Of the answers below choose the best answer that reflects style of press that has the highest capacity.
There are a great many ways to give information about the shape of an object. Certain ways of drawing or views will give some information clearer than others. Of the answers below, choose the best term that describes the following picture.
The major difference between machined screws and both wood screws and sheet metal screws is which of the following?
Materials used for bolts and studs have been grouped into ______ by ASME. Use the options below to fill in the blank.
Of the clothes to wear while cutting, welding or grinding, choose from the answers below the best material to have.
A nitrogen piping system does not exceed 6000 psi @ 100 degrees F. What weight of pipe is required with Class 6000 forged steel fittings?
These manufacturer installed items must be removed before the piping is put into operation, but not before the Variable Spring Hanger is installed and fully loaded. Of the selections below, which items best fits this description?
Of the list below, the two most commonly used pressure ratings on fittings are Class 125 and 250.
Of the answers below, which best reflects the name of the drill pictured?
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 best answer from the ones provided to show the arc dimension.
What tool is in the picture below?
The height of a free standing or rolling scaffold is restricted to no more than 3 times the smallest base dimension. This guideline comes from which of the acts below?
What tool is in the picture below?
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?
There are several sizes of portable hand drills. How are they rated? Choose the best answer from the ones 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.
Which of the following gases has the highest MJ/m³ rating? Choose the best answer from those provided
(se)Welding power sources that are AC-DC rectifier type have several advantages to them, which of the answers below is not one of them? Select the best answer from the options provided.
Which of the behaviors below best describes a rise or fall of the liquid surface, if a thin tube that is open at the both ends is inserted vertically in to a liquid, relative to the adjacent level of the fluid.
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
(wf)Rapid solidification, low amperage, and incomplete perheat are all included in which of the following terms? Choose the best answer from those 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?
In a piping system fittings can be used in a variety of situations, one of those is:
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a ring joint flange?
The fraction ⅜ is equal to which of the fractions below? Choose the best answer from the ones provided.