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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.
For horizontal soldered joints, it is a good practice to apply the solder at which location?
What tool is pictured below?
When dealing with acetylene cylinders, generally you will encounter two types of valves. Which of the sets of valves below would you see?
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.
"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.
A piping system that is being designed to carry a petroleum product at 16 psig and 350F would be covered under which code(s)?
"Smaller tubing sizes and the strength of the operator are both characteristics that this type of bender has." Of the options below, choose the bender that best fits this description.
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.
Good trade practice is a 4:1 ratio when using an extension ladder. From which piece of legislation does the practice originate from?
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
Acetylene gas reacts explosively with some metals, so only certain metals may be used in piping the gas or repairing hose. Of the answers below, one is not an approved metal to be used in transporting acetylene gas. Choose the one that best applies.
Globe valves have a distinct disadvantage when compared to a gate valve. From the answers below select the best one.
When suspending stationary non-insulated pipe line, it is recommended to use which of the supports 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?
What temperature separates soft soldering and brazing?
(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?
There is a molecular attraction that causes like molecules to form a meniscus on the surface of a liquid. This property is best describes by which of the following terms?
When using a portable fire extinguisher to fight a fire, why is it important to aim at the base of the fire?
(wf)Of the types of inclusions below, which would be characteristic of a GMAW process?
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?
Of the options below, which measuring tool would be best suited to getting exact measurements?
(mse)The slag from the welding process has several important functions. Of the answers below choose the best one that does not apply.
Of the options below, which one requires both ends of the plastic pipe to be perfectly square?
(wf)Defective properties would include all of the following defects except one. Of the answers below choose the one that is not a defective property.
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
Of the selection of units below, which would be best used to describe pressure?
"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?
"While dimensioning drawings, there is one of the following activities that you must avoid doing." Which of the following actions when dimensioning a drawing must be avoided? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below
100°C is the approximate melting temperature of a fusible plug equipped on an acetylene bottle. Of the reasons below, choose the best reason explaining the purpose of these plugs.
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.
Puller, Nut adjuster, Hydraulic load coil and Support bridge are all parts of which of the following tools?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a butt weld globe valve?
(se)Which of the terms below best relates to a material or substance that resists the flow of electrical current? Choose your answer from those provided below.
(se)"This term is describing a welding machine that has a flat, or close to it, volt-amp curve. It is well suited for GMAW and SAW welding." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
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.
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.
RTJ gaskets come in two styles. These are 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.
"Heat number" is a designation that can be replaced by which term?
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.
"This is the term used for the metal or steel that you are actually welding on." The term best described by this statement is which of the following?
Which forged steel fitting classification does not have a schedule number?
In a carbonizing oxyacetylene flame, the length of the feather indicates which of the conditions below? Choose the best answer from the following.
(mse)"This type of mechanical property also is known by the term "Elastic limit." This statement best describes which of the properties below?
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "A"?
When you are going to lubricate an air motor, which of the following would be the best time to do it?
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
(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.
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?
Calculate the mass of 2.75 m³ of stainless steel that weighs 3790 kg/m³. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
A soldered or compression fitting is _______ than a flared fitting.
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "C".
(wf)Of the answers below, which type of defect occurs when the electrode is not drawn away from the puddle slowly enough?
The lowest temperature a metal is completely molten is called which of the soldering terms 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.
(wf)"Foreign materials trapped in the weld metal at continuous or randomly spaced intervals." This statement best describes which of the defects below?
Your isometric calls for a weld neck, raised face, 900 PSI rating, flange. Is this the correct flange to use?
"The term for the dimensioning instrument that is used for notation and commonly at a 45° angled straight line." Which of the terms below best represents this statement?
When referring to the center to end measurement of a 90 degree elbow threaded fitting, what is the best term that describes this measurement?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
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.
On oxygen cylinders, there are no seams, neither running up and down nor across. This is due to the manufacturing process that it goes though. Which of the answers below best describes this process?
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?
What is the name of the cutter pictured below?
Which answer below best describes the following picture of a bender?
"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.
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
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "A" in 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.
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #5 is best represented by which answer below?
Which of the answers below best represents the pressure exerted by a column of water 1' in height and a base of 1 in²?
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."
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?
"Has a gasket surface in the same plane as the bolting circle face." Is the best description of which fitting?
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.
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.
What tool is in the picture below?
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "D"?
(mse)"Loads that change in either size, position or direction, are considered to be________ loads." This statement best describes which of the terms provided?
(se)"This term is describing a welding machine that has a steep volt-amp curve. It is well suited for SMAW and GTAW welding." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
(wf)"This type of defect is defined as an interruption of the typical structure of a material typically during the welding process." This statement best defines which of the answers below?
There are two accepted methods of protecting metal from electrolysis. Of the list below, choose the one that applies.
Complete the following sentence with the options below. "This Section covers general descriptions, terminology and operation guidelines applicable to steel and cast iron boilers limited to the operating ranges of ASME _______."
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view socket weld 45° elbow?
Of the alloys below, which is the alloy of copper and zinc?
"When used in conjunction with similarly threaded nuts, These externally threaded devices are used to create a joining of two or more components." This is the best description of which of the items below?
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.
Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given below.
(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?
Of the answers below, which support has one bolt or two bolt manufacturing options?
Of the valves below, which has a non-directional flow pattern?
"Generally concrete screws are fasteners considered _________ and have applications with _______ loads." Choose from the answers below to fill in the blanks.
(wf)A weld defect called "precipitate hardening" is a situation that can lead to which of the below problems? Choose the best answer from those provided
For material that is ⅜" to 1" thick, the most common type of joint preparation would be which of the following. Choose the best answer that applies
In the WHIMIS system, the workplace labels must display 3 pieces of information. Of the answers provided, choose the one that is not needed.
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.
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #3 is best represented by which answer below?
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "B" in the picture provided.