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Which of the answers below best represents the pressure exerted by a column of water 1' in height and a base of 1 in²?
Of the options below, which measuring tool would be best suited to getting exact measurements?
The inert purge gases for GMAW and GTAW welding processes are non-toxic, but are still dangerous. In what situation below would these gases be a danger?
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.
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.
Soapstone is commonly available in three grades. Which grade would be best served for marking out steel? Choose your answer from the options below.
Complete this equation. 15⁷⁄₈ - 4 ⅙ = X. Choose from the selection of answers below.
What tool is in the picture below?
(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?
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?
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.
Weld fittings are available in two configurations, one of these is:
(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?
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?
"These drawing tools as commonly used with a T-square to produce vertical and angled lines." Of the tools below, which is best described by this statement?
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?
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?
Of the answers below, which is the best oxyacetylene term for the explosive condition that occurs upstream the mixer and can include all of the components in the outfit including the regulator.
(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 "D" in the picture provided?
There a specific vocabulary when describing the areas of a fillet weld. Which of these terms is represented by "B" in the picture below? Choose the best answer from those provided.
"Is a mechanical seal which fills the space between two or more mating surfaces, generally to prevent leakage from or into the joined objects while under compression." This is the best definition of which fitting?
At what point, when cutting with oxy-fuel, should the cutting oxygen slowly be introduced?
(se)Welding power sources that are AC transformer type have several advantages to them, which of the answers below is not one of them? Select the best answer from the options provided.
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.
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?
"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.
"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.
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.
The code that covers all piping that transport fluids is which of the following?
A forged fitting threaded type with a classification of 3000 would have which schedule number of the following?
With the options below,complete the following sentence. "The rules of ASME _______ constitute construction requirements for pressure vessels."
Gate valves have many advantages. One of the following is not among of them. Choose which one.
Which butt weld fitting wall thickness has the smallest number of fitting sizes?
"The process of shaping metal and increasing its strength by hammering or pressing." This statement best describes which of the following terms?
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.
Of the following answers, which is the best one for the torch pictured below?
(se)Which device below uses one or more diodes to restrict current to flow to one direction, changing AC to DC in the process? From the answers below, choose the best one.
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 "B" 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.
"A substance used to promote fusion that is applied to surfaces to be joined to keep them free from oxide and promote their union." This is the best definition of which of the soldering terms below?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded tee elbow?
Which of the following codes applies to high temperature water is generated at pressures exceeding 160 psig and/or temperatures exceeding 250 degrees F?
(se)The connections used for welding cables must be tight. If an undersized lug is used, which of the following might occur with a high current load? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
Copper tube pressure fittings can be used on copper tube DWV piping systems.
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?
You are working with an isometric drawing that has dimensions in imperial measurements. Your journeyman has asked you to convert several measurements to inches. These measurements include 6', 4.5', 3'7" and 2'4". Choose the best answer below to reflect the total number of inches.
Your isometric calls for a weld neck, raised face, 900 PSI rating, flange. Is this the correct flange to use?
A journeyman is paid 27% more than his apprentice. If the journeyman is earning $43.50, what is the apprentice being paid? Choose the best answer from the ones below.
What tool is in the picture below?
In the picture below, what type of joining system is being used? Use the best answer 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 "G" in the picture provided?
What type of bar is pictured below?
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.
What tool is pictured below?
Upstream of the low pressure stage and downstream of the high pressure stage of the two stage compressor, should be the location for which of the following components of a basic pneumatic system?
In the WHMIS system, this symbol represents which hazard class? Choose from the following answers.
In air there are numerous gases in varying proportions, which of the answers below best represents those proportions?
The code that covers the piping standards to be used for cryogenic fluids would be which of the following?
The most common type of gauge that is found on a regulator is a bourdon type. Choose from the situations below the best way not to have these gauges damaged when opening a cylinder.
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?
In relation to soldering, what does the term "Capillary action" signify?
Twist drill sizes are designated by four methods. Which of the following answers is not one of them.
There are several different three sided geometric shapes. Choose the best answer below as it relates to "D" in the picture provided.
Typical hanger spacing for 50 mm cast iron pipe is 3.0 m. Using that information, how many hangers are needed on a 13 m horizontal run?
Atmospheric pressure is the pressure the air exerts on the earth surface. Which measurement below best represents this pressure?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a socket weld globe valve?
Of the options listed below, one is not an advantage of ERS over conventional soldering. Choose which one.
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view butt weld cap?
Convert 0.67 to the the nearest practical fraction. Choose the best answer from the ones below
What tool is in the picture below?
What type of punch is pictured 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.
What pressure would be exerted by a column of water 14 feet high? Choose the best answer from those provided below
Convert ⁷⁄₁₅ to a decimal. Choose the best answer from the ones below
Choose the best answer below that is the density of air at STP in metric measurement.
In the drawing provided, there is a column at the northwest corner of the entrance. It's location is best represented by which of the following answers below?
Section 315(1), (2) and (3) covering guardrails can be found in which piece of legislation below?
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.
Of the options below, what is the following sentence describing? "This is a mechanism that mechanically joins or affixes two or more objects together."
(mse)There are a number of components to a simple SMAW weld. In the picture below, #2 is best represented by which answer below?
Which of the states of matter can be defined as having a defined mass, and volume, but no defined shape? Choose the best answer from the ones provided below.
If you subtract the TE from the T when fitting a threaded joint, the remainder will represent which of these terms?
Compression type fittings for copper tube are generally made from which of the following materials?
When installing an auxiliary service piping system, what code would you reference for the minimum standards?
"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
(mse)"This mechanical property is expressed in an elongation percentage. A bend test is used to achieve this percentage." Which of the properties is best described by this statement?
Piping that you have to be order for a job needs to be absolutely devoid of any surface contamination. Which of the following finishes will you ask to have put on your piping?
There are three commonly used basic systems of controlling the operation of a mechanized oxy-fuel cutter. Which of the answers below is not one of them? Choose the best answer from those provided below.
Occupational exposure limits have threshold limits. There are three of these threshold limits that are used, of the answers provided, which is not a value used?
Which of the numbered symbols below best represents a side view threaded 90° elbow?
Calculate the relative density of a compound at 10456 kg/m³ with water at 1000 kg/m³. Select the best answer from the ones provided below.
(wf)"This term refers to the physical property of a material to resist plastic deformation, penetration or indentation." Which of the following terms is best described by this statement?
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.
The characteristic of fluidity is shared by two of the three states of matter. Of the answers below, choose the one state that this characteristic does not apply to.
Which type of fastener below requires a layout of the holes before fastener is installed?
In the International System of Units, there are several standard measurements. Of the the standard measurements below, which one best represents the unit for energy?
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?
Under the Workers compensation act, are apprentices and learners entitled to compensation?
Using the picture below, which of the letters best illustrates a flat faced flange?