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What tool is pictured below?
When installing an auxiliary service piping system, what code would you reference for the minimum standards?
After manually oxy-fuel cutting a piece of 75 mm plate in half, your journeyman notices that the kerf lines are indicating a 25% lag in the slag stream. What is he trying to tell you? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Water distribution systems made from PE piping have a maximum operating temperature. What is that temperature? Choose from the options below.
Complete this equation. 5⅘ x 2⅜ = X. Choose from the selection of answers below.
Of the gases below, choose the best one that supports combustion, but is non-flammable on it own.
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.
The coolest place possible should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
Of the options below, which one requires both ends of the plastic pipe to be perfectly square?
A fuel gas piping system does not exceed 2795 psi @ 100 degrees F. What class of forged steel fitting in conjunction with XS piping should be used
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
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.
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.
There is a mutual attraction that causes unlike molecules them to cling to each another. This property is best describes by which of the following terms?
Convert 4.81' to the nearest ¹⁄₁₆ of an inch. Choose the best answer from the ones below
"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?
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.
STD or Sch40 piping is measured by the nominal ______ up to ______ diameter, and by the exact ______ up to ________diameter. Use the choices below to fill in the blanks in order.
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?
"Used to keep a piping line level, or to assure that the proper amount of grade is uniform where needed." This is the best description of which of the following items.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded cap?
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?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded 45° elbow?
(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 thermal cutting blades.
(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?
Of the selection of units below, which would be best used to describe force?
At the end of the month you have received 4 cheques. $1056, $2907, $4567, and $2957 were the totals, how much did you earn this month? Choose the best answers from the ones provided below.
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.
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for force?
"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?
Of the valves below, which has a flow pattern that is non-directional?
One of the following is not a disadvantage of a plug valve. Choose from the options 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?
Which answer below best represents the type of cutting machine in the picture provided?
There are several disadvantages with conventional dimensioning. In the grouping of answers below, one is not a disadvantage of this style of dimensioning. Choose the best answer that applies.
To cut a piece of copper tube with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
(wf)Dimensional defects would include all of the following defects except one. Of the answers below choose the one that is not a dimensional defect.
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.
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
(se)Which of the terms below relates best to how quickly the flow of AC changes direction? Choose the your answer from those provided below.
Masonry anchors come in _______ basic types. Choose from the following answers to fill in the blank.
Lockable service, gas cock, pilot valve and a curb stop valve are all varieties of which type of valve?
Of all the materials that make clothes, there is one type that should never be worn in a industrial workplace. Of the answers below, choose the one that best applies.
Convert 0.67 to the the nearest practical fraction. Choose the best answer from the ones below
You are asked to draw an unbroken horizontal line. Which of the drawing tools below would be the best choice for this task?
What is the square footage of a floor space in a warehouse that is 5' 7¾ by 10' 3⅞? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
The most common colour for a oxygen gas hose in an oxyacetylene set up is which of the below?
"In this type of welding, the filler metal is liquid above 425°C, and deposited in the joint by other than capillary attraction." This statement best describes which of the weld methods 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 "G" in the picture provided?
Because of various stresses, fasteners to be used in the piping industry are designed for what type of load?
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?
(se)Your welder asks you to turn up the _________ on his welder for more penetration. Choose the best answer from the options below to fill in the blank.
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.
A lube oil piping header has a slope of ¹⁄₁₆ every 9 inches. In a 27' run, what is the total drop of the line? Choose the best answer from the ones provided 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.
Of the options below, choose the one that best states the primary function of plate rolls.
Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given below.
(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.
What is the name of the ginder pictured 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.
"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?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
What formula would be correct when attempting to calculate the fitting allowance of a threaded 90 degree elbow?
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "A".
Which type of pipe fitting., of the list below, is not permitted on natural gas piping systems?
"A hazard within the workplace that can harm the body without necessarily touching it. Vibration and noise are examples of this type of hazards." This statement best describes which of the following hazard groups?
Choose the best answer below that is the density of air at STP in metric measurement.
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.
When used in conjunction with a flashback arrestor, a reverse flow check valve is best to be place where on an oxyacetylene setup?
(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?
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?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a ring joint flange?
Lift, swing, and non slam are all variations of which type of valve?
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for pressure?
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.
On the QC paperwork for the hydrotest that you have up and holding requires absolute pressures. The gauges are holding steady at 35 psi. Which of the answers below best represents the pressure that the QC requires?
Omitting this step in the solvent welding of a joint could result in blockage, turbulent flow, and cause pressure loss by restricting the bore of the pipe. Of the answers below, choose the one that applies best
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.
When beginning a soldering or brazing project, which one of the following is one of the deciding factors for proper solder selection?
Please add the following fractions ⁴⁄₈, ⁶⁄₁₂, ⁵⁄₈, ⅔. Choose your answer from the ones provided below.
"The ability of a substance, usually a metal, to be deformed or molded into a different shape." This statement is the best description of which of the following terms?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the best answer from the ones provided to show the arc dimension.
(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.
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "H" in the picture provided?
(se)When sizing welding cables, which of the cables below would be the smallest?
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the black portion that the arrow is pointing at in picture provided?
When heated, metal forms a scale on it's surface. This scale is called what?
"The act or procedure of liquefying or melting by the application of heat, any two materials to combine them." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a threaded ball valve?
Burns have a classification by degree. If you have a surface burn, it would be considered which of the following?
In vertical runs of piping (risers) at each floor level there should be a support. The type of hardware used by mechanical building trades for supporting pipe would be which of the following?
Globe valves have a distinct disadvantage when compared to a gate valve. From the answers below select the best one.
(wf)The specific requirements of fabrication must include any of the the welding processes. Chemical and mechanical factors are taken into account in every facet of that fabrication. Any deviation from these requirements would be considered a defect." This statement best describes which of the following weld defects?
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "B" in the picture provided.
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
"The temperature at which a metal changes state from solid to liquid at atmospheric pressure." Is the best description for which of the terms below?
(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