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"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 answers below, which is the best oxyacetylene term for the condition that occurs when the tip produces a shrieking noise, sparks and dark smoke.
Class 3000, is a fitting classification for which type of material?
(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.
"This term is used for lines that intersect at a right angle." Of the terms provided choose the best one to fit this statement
(se)What is the name of the welding accessory pictured below? Use the answers provided to choose the best one.
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the picture shown?
What is the name of the grinder pictured below?
Of the gases below, choose the best one that supports combustion, but is non-flammable on it own.
"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.
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)"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?
The proper procedure for shutting down an oxyacetylene outfit takes an number of steps. Of the answers below, choose the one that represents these number of steps.
A pressure of 379 kPa is showing on your absolute pressure gauge. Your journeyman needs that in converted to psig. Which of the answers below best reflects the number that you will give them?
From the following answers, choose the best one that represents the radiant energy hazard produced by Non-destructive testing.
(mse)The CSA classification of carbon steel SMAW electrodes is metric. Choose the best answer for what the "70" represents, in the answers below.
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
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "A" in the picture provided?
Under the Workers compensation act, are apprentices and learners entitled to compensation?
The classification of ferrous piping includes all of the following except for one. Choose the pipe that is not ferrous.
(se)If you wanted a narrower bead, that has deeper penetration, which of the following techniques would be best suited for the task? Choose the best answer from the options below.
Of the alloys below, which is the alloy of copper and zinc?
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.
While setting up for a hydrostatic test, it is noted that the maximum output on the pump to be used is 1000 psia. The test hose that is to be used has a pressure rating of 6950 kPaa. From the answers below choose the best course of action.
Of the answers below, which is the best oxyacetylene term for the condition that occurs when the flame burns back into the tip, followed by a "pop" noise?
At the bottom of a column of water, the pressure is 459 psi, how high is this column? Choose the best answer from those provided below
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
Of the valves below, which has a non-directional flow pattern?
You have to hire employees to work 40 hours a week to finish the job. If the job is projected for 3178 hours, how many employees will have to be hired? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Your journeyman has asked you to cut them 6 pieces of 4' Sch 80 pipe 3' 7". The only piece of pipe you can find is a 20 foot full length. How many pieces will you be able to cut out of this length? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
When storing plastic pipe, the pipe should be supported adequate support at all times. For long term storage, what additional step should be taken?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld gate valve?
Code B149.1-05 covers which of the following?
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.
(mse)"Loads that change in either size, position or direction, are considered to be________ loads." This statement best describes which of the terms provided?
When dealing with welding gases and fumes, it is a good practice to limit your exposure to them. The first option to reduce exposure to these fumes and gases is to weld in which of the following locations?
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.
You are asked to cut a mark on a 50mm piece of pipe with a 5" grinder. Which of the tools below would be the best to secure the pipe for cutting?
Your isometric calls for a weld neck, raised face, 900 PSI rating, flange. Is this the correct flange to use?
These types of portable fire extinguishers are very heavy, have a conical nozzle, and are commonly bright red. Choose the best answer from the selection below.
(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?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #2 is best represented by which answer below?
What tool is in the picture below?
There is a mutual attraction that causes like molecules them to cling to each another. This property is best describes by which of the following terms?
When suspending stationary non-insulated pipe line, it is recommended to use which of the supports below?
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the black portion that the arrow is pointing at in picture provided?
What tool is pictured below?
Non ferrous piping has three distinguishing characteristics. Contains no iron, and not susceptible to oxidization are two. Of the following list , pick the third.
There are two basic techniques to pierce a hole in plate steel. Choose the one that best applies from the answers below.
Use the following answers to fill in the blank. "The _________ should be reviewed to be assured that the proper studbolts and nuts are being used."
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.
What tool is in the picture below?
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the answer from the ones provided that best describes the method of dimensioning.
(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 several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "D" in the picture provided.
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
The references in red along the west side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes the black lines outside of the weld in the picture shown?
What are the two common wall thicknesses for copper tubing?
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.
What type of iron from the selections below contains the highest carbon content?
Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given below.
Wood screws have an unthreaded portion just under the screw head on the shank. Using the options below, what is this portion called?
Your journeyman is fitting up a joint and asks you to check to see if the pipe is "plumb". Which way would you hold the level to get that information? From the following options, choose the best answer.
When installing an instrument air piping system in a textile plant, what code would you reference for the minimum standards?
Electrical shock accounts for a large number of workplace injuries. Which of the following would not increase the possibility of electrical shock? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Using the picture below, which of the following answer best describes the dimension "C"?
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.
"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?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
To cut a piece of thin wall tubing with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
All valves have a distinctive flow pattern to them. Which of the valves below is best represented by the pictured flow pattern?
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)Of the types of inclusions below, which would be characteristic of a GTAW process?
To keep your back healthy, there are several steps in lifting objects. Of the following, choose the one that would not apply.
When buying a ______ solder, the ______ content is always listed first. Fill in the blanks from the options below.
(wf)Weld faults can happen even before the welding has occurred. Which of the answers below best describes the number of common types of pre-weld dimensional defects?
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.
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "C" in the picture provided?
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.
"An extra piece of equipment is required when testing with an air compressor." This statement best describes which of the following answers?
Calculate the volume of 5 kg/m³ of nitrogen that weighs 2694 kgs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
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.
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.
Which oxy-fuel cutting tip is pictured below. Choose the best answer from those given below.
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.
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "H" in the picture provided?
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.
From the following options, choose the most popular pressure testing method.
The classification of fire extinguishers depends on the type of fire they can fight effectively. Which fire extinguisher type is denoted by the picture below?
"These types of pumps come in a reciprocating and rotary style." This best describes which of the answers below?
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.
Choose the best answer below that is the density of water in imperial measurement.
Which of the piping systems below would Bell-end type joints primarily be used in?
Convert 4.81' to the nearest ¹⁄₁₆ of an inch. Choose the best answer from the ones below
A typical file generally has one of four basic cuts. Which of the below is not one of those cuts?
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.
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.
"This gasket material is generally used in low pressure, low temperature applications." Which of the materials below best fits this description?
Because of various stresses, fasteners to be used in the piping industry are designed for what type of load?