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From the following options, choose the most popular pressure testing method.
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
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.
(se)Which of the basic types of electrode holders is pictured below? Choose from the answers provided.
(wf)"This term deals with the increase in stress in an area of a weld near a crack, depression, or a sharp angle. Although the calculated stressing may be quite safe, it can be enough to cause failure of the weld." This statement best describes which of the terms below?
"The process of shaping metal and increasing its strength by hammering or pressing." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #5 is best represented by which answer 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 "H" in the picture provided?
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 answers below, which is the best oxyacetylene term for the condition that occurs when the tip produces a shrieking noise, sparks and dark smoke.
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 3 key elements of the WHIMIS system are, material safety data sheets, labels and ________. Choose from the answers below to fill in the blank.
T=K x D x P, This formula is used to find the starting tightening torque target number. What does the "D" represent in this formula?
Which of the valve styles below best fits the following statement "This variation of globe valve can be used where minimum pressure loss is required. They can also be rod through to remove debris upstream of the valve. "
To cut a piece of structural steel with a hacksaw, which of the following blades would be best?
In the picture below there are various dimensions noted. Choose the answer from the ones provided that best describes the method of dimensioning.
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.
"A metallic substance composed of two or more elements, as either a compound or a solution." This statement is the best description of which of the following terms?
Of the gases below, choose the best one that supports combustion, but is non-flammable on it own.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded cap?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
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.
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 tube would be commonly used in fabricating a radiant heating system?
Fluxes in soldering are also known by another term, choose the best term that would be used in place of "fluxes".
A fume extracting welding gun works well with which other source of ventilation? Choose the best answer from the choices below
When you are going to lubricate an air motor, which of the following would be the best time to do it?
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "B" in the picture provided.
(wf)Of the defects listed below, which one best describes lines pointed to by the black arrows in the picture shown?
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.
(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."
"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?
One of the components in a oxyacetylene outfit is required to deliver a pressure that is consistent despite source pressure fluctuations. Which of the following components best fits this function?
Which of the filler metals would be most commonly used when brazing copper or copper alloys? Choose the best answer from the following filler metals.
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "C" in the picture provided?
"This workplace hazard consists of substances, mixtures and materials that can be classified according to their health risks and dangers." This statement best describes which of the following hazard groups?
"This gasket material is generally used in low pressure, low temperature applications." Which of the materials below best fits this description?
Which answer below best represents the type of cutting machine in the picture provided?
Good trade practice is a 4:1 ratio when using an extension ladder. From which piece of legislation does the practice originate from?
A typical file generally has one of four basic cuts. Which of the below is not one of those cuts?
T=K x D x P, This formula is used to find the starting tightening torque target number. What does the "T" represent in this formula?
Calculate the density of 5 m³ of copper that weighs 3879 kgs. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
"This term is used to describe an action that means to divide something into two equal sections." The term best described by this statement is which of the following?
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
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?
(se)The graph below best represents which type of welding machine output? Choose from the best answer from those provided below.
A cold water piping system does not exceed 3000 psi @ 100 degrees F. What weight of pipe is required with class 3000 forged steel fitting?
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.
Welding torches and cutting torches are similar in most respects. Of the options below, choose the best answer that represents a similarity.
Which forged steel fitting classification does not have a schedule number?
Of the alloys below, which is the alloy of copper and zinc?
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "A".
At the end of the work week, your crew installed 45% of 50 mm, Sch 40 pipe The amount required for the job is 4791 m. Which of the answers below best relates to how much pipe is left to be installed?
What type of wrench is pictured below?
There are many different parts to an oxy fuel cutting torch. Choose the best answer from the options below that would describe "B".
"This layout tool has one chamfered edge usually. The dual purpose tool can check the material surface to assure flatness, and mark a straight line on a surface." This statement best describes which of the following tools?
The isometric below has an abundance of information contained within it. The amount of 3 inch A106-B sch 40 piping that is required for this drawing is best represented by which of the answers below?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded tee elbow?
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.
CSA approved head, eye, and foot protection is required for all workers. This is best legislated by which of the following acts?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "D" in the picture provided?
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?
In accordance to the specifications set out by AWS, which of the following symbols would be placed on a package of silver filler metals? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
The references in red along the west side of the drawing are best represented by which of the terms below?
Youare going to dig a well on your land to get water, you have bought a small suction pump that will create a vacuum equal to a column 984 mm Hg. Which answer below best represents the maximum depth that the well can be while using this pump?
The plug on the end of a 150 mm pipe has a force restriction of 250,000 N. What is the maximum operating pressure that this fitting can handle? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Code B149.1-05 covers which of the following?
What tool is in the picture 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?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded 90° elbow?
There are many parts to a circle. Which of the answers below best relates to "B" in the picture provided?
What is one of the three main differences between DWV and pressure application fittings?
What is the name of the ginder pictured below?
A square groove double weld commonly has a maximum material thickness of ________. Use the best answer below to fill in the blank.
Generally, plastic compression fittings come in how many types? Choose from the answers below.
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
Commonly receding lines are drawn from the horizontal at 30°, 45° or 60°. If you were to draw a receding line at a 45°, it would be foreshortened by which of the amounts below. Choose the best answer from the ones provided below
You are asked to draw an unbroken horizontal line. Which of the drawing tools below would be the best choice for this task?
Of the welded joint configurations, which of the terms below references the picture provided?
In relation to soldering, what does the term "Capillary action" signify?
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?
What application is better suited for a double flared fitting?
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?
Type "DWV" copper tubing has what colour identification strip?
After installing an utility water piping system, you are asked to prove to the client there are no leaks. Which of the following options would be the best for this request?
In the WHMIS system, "Infectious materials" is represented by which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
What type of screwdriver head is pictured below?
Weld fittings are available in two configurations, one of these is:
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?
Use the answers below to answer the following question. "To aid in the removal of trapped sediment and small debris, a valve should be closed in which manner?
Which is the best answer below that describes the following picture?
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.
One of the following is not a disadvantage of a plug valve. Choose from the options 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.
Using the picture below, choose the best answer that relates to the item indicated by the "A".
Type "K" copper tube has which colour identification strip?
When heated, metal forms a scale on it's surface. This scale is called what?
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?